University appoints interim senior VP for communications
Judy Glasser has been appointed as the University’s interim senior vice president for communications
Corrections and Clarifications
A News article incorrectly stated that Trayvon Martin was killed in Ferguson, Mo. Martin was killed in Sanford, Flo.
Alumnus wins Pulitzer Prize
David Kertzer Ph.D. ’74 won a Pulitzer Prize in biography for his recent book.
Police Log
Medical Emergency Apr. 19—University Psych staff requested an ambulance for a party in the Foster Mods.
Civil Rights activist Julian Bond speaks at University
Bond's talk focused on his work under the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his subsequent work in politics.
Hill honored as Professor
Anita Hill, who has been at Brandeis since 1998, was awarded the title of University Professor.
Lawsuit filed against University
On April 9, an alumnus filed a lawsuit against the University for its founding of “false allegations of sexual misconduct” against him by his ex-boyfriend, another Brandeis student.
Student Union holds discussion on diversity
The Student Union held an event yesterday titled “Analyzing Allyship—A Discussion on Black and Asian Relations at Brandeis and In the World.” The discussion focused on how those minority groups can “discover areas of mutuality and allyship,” according to the Facebook page for the event.
University to launch online graduate certificate program
The University’s Graduate Professional Studies division will launch a Learning Analytics online graduate certificate program next fall semester, according to an April 14 BrandeisNOW article. The certificate program is five courses long and worth 15 credits and is part of Brandeis’ expanding online course offerings.
Timothy Snyder discusses WWII precedent and future of Russian-Ukrainian conflict
Snyder, a historian and Yale Professor, spoke on the changing role of history in the Ukrainian conflict.
New position for diversity opens in Provost Office
A search to fill the new position will begin after the selection of the next University President, according to Provost Lynch.
SSSP celebrates students' successes
An event Friday honored students who have overcome barriers to be at Brandeis.
Students march in second national Carry That Weight Day
Student group B.SASV organized the march across campus to spread awareness of sexual assault.
Police log
Medical Emergency Mar. 29—A party in Shapiro Residence Hall reported having a fish bone caught in their throat.
Senate log
The Senate discussed University labor practices in its final meeting of the year.
16 seats filled during second round of spring elections
Students voted to fill the remaining vacant Student Union seats for the 2015-2016 academic year.
Ross looks at future of Middle Eastern politics
Ambassador Dennis Ross visited campus to speak on Israeli elections and the future of peace in the region.
University sees five percent increase in applications
The University has seen over a five percent increase in applications for the upcoming 2015-2016 academic year, according to Dean of Admissions Jennifer Walker.
Relay for Life holds annual fundraising event
On Saturday, Relay for Life held its annual relay event in Gosman Sports and Convocation Center, raising $54,000 for the American Cancer Society.
Rose Art Museum Director Michael Rush passes away
Yesterday, former Director of the Rose Art Museum Michael Rush passed away at the age of 66 after battling pancreatic cancer for two years.
Faculty discusses University rankings in the U.S. News and World Report, retention rates and confirmed microcredentials
Berlin Chapel is damaged in electrical fire sending students into action
Opinion: More than Morant
Brandeis announces five new microcredentials for spring semester
Inside the Conversation on AI and Politics