The use of AI at Brandeis: trends, ethics and the future of teaching and learning
As AI becomes an unavoidable consideration in academia, Brandeis students, faculty and staff members learn to navigate its challenges and opportunities.
Propylene glycol and water leak in Heller building lounge temporarily moves classes online
The building was closed for a day as a result of an odor, which was later determined to come from water and propylene glycol leak.
Community Circle: what colleges can do to support students and their wellbeing
Students engaged in empowering conversations with an administrator and guest speaker who not only listened but promised change.
100 Days 'Till Graduation
On Feb. 7, the class of 2026 gathered in the Faculty Club to celebrate 100 days until their graduation. The lively event featured catered food, a bar at which the seniors could get three free drinks and a live disc jockey.
Bike Sharing Program on campus works to spread sustainable transportation
A new sustainable transportation option will be available for the Brandeis community starting April 2026.
“We can’t sit this one out”: Prof. Sabine von Mering reflects on December arrest
Massachusetts police arrested Prof. Sabine von Mering and three others outside ICE's New England Regional Headquarters as the group was attempting to deliver humanitarian aid.
Anti-ICE demonstrations carried out on campus garner support
The acts of protest embraced a theme of community and connection amid times of nationwide tensions surrounding immigration.
Psychology department colloquium: “What we value in human empathy”
Prof. Anat Perry (PSYC) discusses the “artificial-empathy paradox” and the results of her research in social cognitive neuroscience, empathy and AI.
Brandeis announces new mental health partnership with Jed Foundation
The Jed Foundation will complete a comprehensive review of the University’s mental health support systems.
Faculty discusses University rankings in the U.S. News and World Report, retention rates and confirmed microcredentials
The last faculty meeting of fall semester schedule discussed plans to boost student success and employment for post graduation.
Berlin Chapel is damaged in electrical fire sending students into action
Students rushed to ensure the safety of seven Torah scrolls after smoke filled the space.
“We can’t sit this one out”: Prof. Sabine von Mering reflects on December arrest
Hassenfeld-Sherman Fire
“Iron Lung” Review: Blood, Voices and More Blood
“Heated Rivalry” goes to the Olympics in real life
The use of AI at Brandeis: trends, ethics and the future of teaching and learning