Shapiro speaks on how to combat liberalism
The founder of the conservative news website Truth Revolt discussed what he views as liberalism’s shortcomings.
Board discusses presidential search
During its monthly meeting, the Board of Trustees discussed the University’s future finances and leadership.
Board of Trustees approves 2016 fiscal year budget
The Board of Trustees has approved the 2016 fiscal year budget, which includes a 3.7 percent increase in tuition charges for students for the upcoming year, according to an email from University President Frederick to the University community on Monday afternoon.
'Brave Miss World'
“I won this stupid crown for something,” Linor Abargil says playfully, captivating the audience with great composure in the Wasserman Cinematheque. This stupid crown—the Miss World crown—has helped empower Linor Abargil to tell her story.
Pickering to speak at commencement
Former United Nations ambassador Thomas R. Pickering will be the 2015 Commencement keynote speaker, according to a press release issued by the University on Monday. The honorary degree recipients will be ballerina and founder of the Suzanne Farrell Ballet Suzanne Farrell, writer Jamaica Kincaid, chef and restauranteur Yotam Ottolenghi and poet and literary critic Helen Vendler. Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Bill Schaller wrote in the press release that “In honoring Ambassador Pickering...Brandeis highlights the value of working together for the betterment of mankind.” This is the first time since at least 1972 that more honorary degree recipients have been women than men, according to a March 10, 2014 letter from the Women’s and Gender Studies program.
Chums staff to remain paid
Operations have been suspended at Chum’s following concerns about a safety incident last week.
Space challenges result in tension
Several student groups faced issues of space constraints, including the Women’s Resource Center.
Faculty meeting discusses budget, new hires
The faculty meeting last Thursday addressed concerns about next year’s university budget.
Kanarek to lead presidential search committee
Lawrence S. Kanarek ’76 has been chosen as the chairman of the presidential search committee.
Bemis resigns as the VP for Human Resources
Scot Bemis has resigned as the University’s vice president for Human Resources. He will be starting a new position as chief human resources officer at Dartmouth College on April 27, according to Dartmouth’s website.
Brandeis FC seeks new policy change
Members of the team met with Sheryl Sousa to address their frustration.
Students discuss presidential criteria
The Student Union hosted a forum in which students could share what they want to see in the next president.
Lecturer addresses women’s rights in the Middle East
Women’s rights activist Hibaaq Osman discussed the role of women’s rights organizations and movements in the Middle East.
Speakers look at incarceration
Speakers at the Tillie K. Lubin Symposium discussed the roles of race and gender in rising incarceration rates.
Real estate club hosts discussion on affordable housing
Speakers discussed the similarities and differences in affordable housing opportunities in Israel and the United States.
Students request renewal of partnership at meeting
Members of the Al-Quds Student Dialogue Initiative met and spoke with President Lawrence last Tuesday.
Changes to meal plans for next year
Starting next semester, the University will introduce several new meal plan options for students.
Ten positions filled in student union elections
Five candidates ran for the vice presidential position, but for all other positions, candidates ran unopposed.
Rape Crisis Center opens on campus
The official opening welcomed new Title IX Investigator Rebecca Tillar and celebrated the new space.
Students push for dialogue
Students scheduled a meeting to discuss the potential renewal of the Al-Quds University partnership.
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"
Re/Chic: Threading together clothing and community
Professors discuss possibility of nuclear disarmament amid high political tensions