Sunday, June 12, 1955
The date of commencement! Paul G. Hoffman gave the commencement address.
Brandeis Alumni, Family and Friends
October 24-26, 2025
Class of 1955
Join us on the Brandeis Campus as we celebrate our 70th Reunion!
Reunion Events
Class Facts
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166
The total number in the graduating Class of 1955.
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Mr. Sandman
The #1 Single of 1955 sung by Chordettes. Do you still know all the words?
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Lady and the Tramp
The #1 box office hit for the year of 1955! How many times have you seen it?
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Dwight D. Eisenhower
Served as the 34th President of the United States from 1953-1961.
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$0.75
The minimum wage in 1955. How times have changed!
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$4,137.00
The average household income in 1955. Today’s average income is approximately $80,610 per year.
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$700
The cost of Brandeis tuition. Nowadays, a year of Brandeis tuition is $64,946.
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Abram Leon Sachar
Served as president of the university from 1948–1968.
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$0.29
The cost of 1 gallon of gas in 1955!
Make a Gift
Many alumni take advantage of their milestone reunion year to make a meaningful contribution to Brandeis. Make a gift online in honor of your class.