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The lifelong educator and Obama under secretary of education receives 2024 Alumni Achievement Award
The pioneering inventor of Siri and renowned magician receives 2024 Alumni Achievement Award.
The advocate for veterans and pragmatic activist receives 2024 Alumni Achievement Award.
Alumni support is key to research opportunities
Shared interest group brings like-minded Brandeisians together in film, theater, television, and more
They bring leadership, diverse experiences, and Brandeis pride to the Alumni Association
Program has enabled nearly 500 students to pursue internships
The Network is one of 10 shared interest and identity groups for Brandeis alumni.
Lizbeth Sandoval ’24 is the founder of Melody Mentors, the president of Basement Records, and a mentor to students on campus.
Congratulations to the undergraduate and graduate students who make up the Brandeis University Class of 2024!
With excitement and anticipation in the air, the Class of 2024 participated in their long-awaited Commencement ceremony among friends, family, and mentors.
Graduates from the Heller School for Social Policy and Management, the International Business School, the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, and the Rabb School of Continuing Studies participated in the afternoon ceremony.
Heller graduates were celebrated during a joint Brandeis University Graduate Commencement Ceremony on Sunday, May 19.
International Business School graduates reflect on their personal journeys, urged to build their careers through innovation and compassion.
Brandeis Stories caught up with members of the Class of 2024 one last time as they exited their graduation ceremony.
Ianna Gilbert, a dual major in computer science and environmental studies, offered remarks to her classmates at Brandeis’ 73rd Commencement.
Renowned documentary filmmaker Ken Burns delivered the keynote address to undergraduates at Brandeis’ 73rd Commencement exercises.
President Ron Liebowitz delivered remarks to undergraduates at Brandeis’ 73rd Commencement.
Peter Thabet, who received his MBA, offered his classmates advice derived from his studies at Brandeis International Business School.
Higher education pioneer Ruth Simmons delivered the keynote address to graduate students at Brandeis’ 73rd Commencement exercises.
President Ron Liebowitz delivered remarks to graduate students at Brandeis’ 73rd Commencement.
Campus was alive with jubilant celebration as Brandeis held its 73rd Commencement Exercises for more than 1,400 undergraduate and graduate students on May 19.
Every year, alumni, friends, students, families, faculty, and staff come together to participate in challenges that support Brandeis. The 2024 edition of Giving DEISday, which took place April 10, was another success, raising more than $1 million for Brandeis.
President Liebowitz announced that the transfer application deadline for the Fall 2024 semester has been extended to May 31.
Brandeis was named one of only two institutions to receive an ‘A’ from the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) for work responding to antisemitism and for promoting a positive climate where Jewish students can feel comfortable being themselves.
Through their generosity, a professor, entrepreneur, and an undergraduate alumnus and Brandeis parent are creating a host of new opportunities for students.
Brandeis University has received a $6 million gift from the Blavatnik Family Foundation to support two new graduate research fellowships in life sciences.
A look back at a few of the standout musical acts that performed on campus with reflections from alumni who witnessed musical greatness.
In celebration of Black History Month, a look back at the activists, politicians, writers, educators, scholars and others who have received Brandeis’ highest alumni distinction.
The immunologist, along with research partner Katalin Karikó, H’23, received the prize for research that led to the COVID vaccines.
One has been described as “the foreign minister of the Jewish people;” the other served as the first Black commanding officer of the USS Constitution.
Pioneering neuroscientist Eve Marder ’69 and Professor of Biochemistry and Chemistry Emeritus Greg Petsko have each received the National Medal of Science, the highest recognition the nation bestows on scientists and engineers.
Alumni from a variety of fields shared how their Brandeis experiences shaped the trajectory of their lives and careers.
Thousands of proud alumni, students, and families filled campus Oct. 13-15 to celebrate the university's 75th anniversary.
“Black Rain” is visual artist Arghavan Khosravi’s first comprehensive museum survey.
Weissman and collaborator Katalin Karikó altered the course of the COVID-19 pandemic with their pioneering research.
Student organizes 240 students to contribute 7,500 hours of public service to local nonprofits.
Woodruff is being recognized for her outstanding achievements in journalism and public service.
He was crowned after eight episodes of competition against eight others in PBS’ “The Great American Recipe.”
The new members, who attended Brandeis across four decades, are business leaders, scientists, activists, and more.
Meet the young alumni changing the world, all within 10 years of graduating from Brandeis.
This year's awardees have wide-ranging talents and expertise, but share a commitment to their alma mater.
A new fellowship named for the late Ariel Weissmann will provide a stipend for research conducted under a Brandeis faculty member.
Brandeis President Ron Liebowitz addressed degree recipients from graduate schools.
The Pulitzer Prize-winning historian delivered the keynote address to graduate students at Brandeis' 72nd Commencement.
Gutierrez Popoca, who received his PhD in English, was the student speaker during the ceremony for Brandeis' graduate schools.
Guests of the graduates went all out to show their support. They came prepared with custom-made t-shirts, posters, cheers, and hugs.
The Heller School for Social Policy and Management, the International Business School, the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, and the Rabb School of Continuing Studies all joined in to celebrate their newest alumni.
The neuroscience major offered remarks to her classmates at Brandeis' 72nd Commencement.
President Liebowitz offered recognition and encouragement for the Class of 2023.
The Class of 2023 formally received their Brandeis degrees in front of throngs of friends and family.
The immunologist whose research paved the way for the COVID-19 vaccination delivered a keynote speech during Brandeis' 72nd Commencement.
Students from the class of 2023 take a look back on their experiences at Brandeis
Immunologist Drew Weissman ’81, GSAS MA’81, P’15, keynoted the undergraduate ceremony in the morning, while Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Annette Gordon-Reed addressed graduate students in an afternoon ceremony.
Ahead of Commencement, soon-to-be graduates headed to Gosman Sports and Convocation Center on Friday, May 19 for ‘Commencement Capture,’ — a chance to celebrate and snap photos in the Commencement venue.
Time Magazine has chosen Deborah Lipstadt, GSAS MA’72, PhD’76, H’19, as one of the 100 most influential people of 2023 for her efforts to combat rising anti-Semitism.
Dr. Alt's experience at Brandeis set him up for an illustrious science career. Now, he’s creating those opportunities for others.
Beginning in April, a new gallery in the Wien Faculty Club will showcase the talents and range of alumni artists.
The 2023 Lighting the Way ceremony honors Detlev Suderow ’70, a scholarship recipient who gave back.
Biochemist Katalin Karikó and real estate developer and philanthropist Donald “Don” M. Soffer ’54 will receive honorary degrees along with Gordon-Reed and Weissman.
Visiting campus for the first time in over 25 years, the Tony-nominated actor shared his experiences in the industry, challenges facing type-casting, and favorite moments performing in the now-acclaimed musical, "A Strange Loop."
Simon Sinek '95 reflects on the power of positivity
Richardson is the founder of The Historymakers, an expansive archive of first-person interviews documenting the Black experience.
In honor of Black History Month, we look back at black activists who have visited campus and had a profound impact on the Brandeis community and beyond.
Brandeis mourns the loss of a talented photographer and dear friend.
Four Brandeis researchers investigate how memory works and how we can protect it.
How Ruth Bader Ginsburg revolutionized gender equality law in the 1970s.
A professor at the University of San Diego, Andrew Tirrell ’02 wins "Jeopardy!" on December 6 and returns for a rematch on December 7.
Give your Brandeis pride a boost with this look back at our most popular alumni stories of 2022.
Nominations are now open for the next class of BOLD 9 honorees! Which young alums are blazing new trails in their chosen fields? Could it be you? Let us know by December 9.
In celebration of Native American Heritage Month, we look at Indigenous artists with a Brandeis connection who channel their culture through artistic expression.
Five individual gifts, which were part of an outstanding fundraising year, will bolster academic departments across various disciplines.
Recent donations of artifacts by the descendants of Justice Brandeis bring his life and legacy into sharper view.
Distinguished awards recognize remarkable alumni volunteers with big hearts and high impact.