Smoke prompts evacuation
On Wednesday, reports of smoke in the Abelson-Bass-Yalem physics building led to the evacuation of the building, according to a community-wide email sent by Vice President for Operations Jim Gray.
DCL will not change policies
The Brandeis student body voted against any changes to the Department of Community Living’s current system in a Feb.
Protesters disrupt Gittler lecture for racial justice
Demonstrators from Reclaim Harvard Law joined forces with Ford Hall 2015 to protest at the annual Gittler ceremony.
Biden’s National Security Advisor discusses strategy for defeating ISIL
Dr. Colin Kahl spoke about the United States' strategy for defeating ISIL during a lecture at the University last Tuesday.
DCL proposes two changes to housing lottery system
In response to student criticism of the current housing lottery, the Department of Community Living has proposed two changes to the policy, which would allow sophomores, juniors and seniors more flexibility and would institute a loyalty program.
Scholar addresses ambiguity in Pakistani gender terms
Prof. Faris Khan (ANTH) M.A. ’07 spoke about ambiguity in nonbinary Pakistani gender terms in a lecture on Friday, part of the Brandeis Anthropology Research Seminar.
Students discuss real world social justice experiences
A panel of students discussed how their understanding of social justice has been affected by internships and experiences beyond Brandeis.
Ingram speaks on slavery and civil rights law in keynote address
Tap dancer and civil rights lawyer Germaine Ingram delivered the 'DEIS Impact keynote address on Wednesday, mixing song, dance, and poetry with reflections on slavery and the current status of the United States' legal system.
Schuster plays key role in overturning 1992 rape conviction
George Perrot's rape conviction was overturned after investigative journalism conducted by the Schuster Institute for Investigative Journalism helped identify flaws in his trial and conviction.
Industry leaders speak on need for diversity in business world
Three business professionals recalled their experiences working as people of color in a predominately white industry, calling for greater diversity and greater inclusion of women in the business world.
FordHall 2015 leaders kick off Flint fundraising campaign
Two months after their twelve day occupation of the Bernstein-Marcus Administration Center, the Ford Hall 2015 leadership has launched a campaign to fundraise for minority groups affected by tainted water supply in Flint, Michigan.
Police log
Medical Emergency Jan. 31—A party in Massell Quad reported feeling nauseous in the bathroom and was treated by BEMCo on the scene. Feb.
Senate discusses upcoming events at weekly meeting
The Senate convened on Sunday to charter a club and discuss updates on initiatives and Senate Money Requests.
Author speaks on historical Jewish involvement in social justice
Penny Rosenwasser spoke on Friday about how Jews have historically helped — and continue to help — other minority groups.
Ruth Bader Ginsburg opens centennial panel
In her address, Ginsburg hypothesized about what Brandeis would say about recent Supreme Court cases.
Slow diversity uptick falling short of Univ. aspirations
Admissions and enrollment data showed a slight increase in minority students over five years.
Exposure incident marks fifth flasher case in academic year
An unidentified male exposed himself to a Brandeis student on South Street on Thursday night, according to an email Director of Public Safety Ed Callahan sent out to the student body on Friday.
Panel speaks on 1971 burglary of FBI office
Speakers discussed how “1971” marked the precursor to Watergate and others.
Scholars reflect on the Holocaust
In commemoration of International Holocaust Remembrance Day, WSRC scholars spoke on its legacy.
Group discusses reproductive justice concerns in the modern age
Brandeis Students for Reproductive Justice held a discussion on reproductive rights for ’DEIS Impact.
Over 180,000 people rally in Boston Common for March 28 "No Kings" protest
Brandeis Public Safety dispels circulating ICE vehicle rumors
A seat at the table: inside the ICC's "Be Curious Dinner"
Professors discuss possibility of nuclear disarmament amid high political tensions
“Who Owns the News?”: Former Washington Post editors warn that billionaire owners are eroding media integrity