Candidates discuss election platforms
Several positions will be open for the first round of Student Union elections, to be held this Thursday.
Lecture focuses on Mandela, apartheid
Dr. Robert Trent Vinson gave a guest lecture last Thursday on anti-apartheid advocate Albert Luthuli.
Alumna discusses historical significance of novel
Paula Rabinowitz ’74 examines the popularity of the the paperback book in her recently published novel.
Prof Jadhav awarded grant to explore brain research
As a Sloan Reasearch Fellow, Prof. Jadhav will study parts of the brain related to neurological disorders.
Thomas Friedman ’75 leads two discussions
Friedman discussed threats facing world populations and his career as a columnist and author.
Lynch: I will not be in the running for president
The recent faculty meeting addressed the upcoming presidential transition and other issues.
Guerard selected to replace Gendron
Kerry Guerard is now the new director of the Dept. of Student Rights and Community Standards.
Lawrence discusses issues of free speech at University
President Lawrence hosted a town hall meeting to address the recent issues with freedom of expression.
Administrators discuss campus improvements
During Thursday’s meeting, members of the administration discussed the idea of a sexual assault survey.
Administrators discuss future campus sustainability goals
The State of Sustainability Town Hall last week focused on new initiatives to decrease energy usage across campus.
University hires Rebecca Tillar as Title IX investigator
Tillar began her role as investigator, a position created in the 2014-2015 “Rights and Responsibilities.”
Committee makes report on sexual violence available
The UAC Subcommittee on Sexual Violence proposed changes to the sexual assault policy in their report, which they made available online.
Police Log
Medical Emergency Feb. 17—University Police received a call from the Mailman House, requesting transport of a party to the hospital for a voluntary psych evaluation.
PCC adds three student representatives to team
The Psychological Counseling Center has hired student volunteers for the first time to improve outreach.
’Deis worst for free speech
Yesterday morning, Brandeis was named one of ten educational institutions on the Foundation for Individual Rights in Education’s list of the Ten Worst Colleges for Free Speech in 2014.
Student Union secretary position remains available after second round of elections
Students elected two new quad senators, but abstained from voting for the position of secretary.
Senate Log
Senate charters two new clubs and discusses upcoming elections
Athletics Department Administrator Vanessa Cox killed in car accident
Brandeis Athletics Department Administrator Vanessa Cox succumbed to injuries sustained in a car accident on Thursday night.
Fr. Daniel Moloney says Mass on a trial basis as University looks to remodel structure of Catholic chaplaincy
Following Father Walter Cuenin's departure from the University, Father Daniel Moloney has begun saying Mass on a trial basis.
Online campaign comes to life through shared community stories
Last Wednesday, the #BrandeisIsOurHouse campaign hosted a series of speakers and performers in Levin Ballroom sharing their positive experiences within the Brandeis community.
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