Sunday May 25, 1980
The date of commencement! Elie Wiesel gave the commencement address.
Brandeis Alumni, Family and Friends
October 24-26, 2025
Class of 1980
Join us on the Brandeis Campus as we celebrate our 45th Reunion!
Reunion Events
Many thanks!
Thank you to the following members of the Class of 1980 for helping to make this reunion happen!
Rich Rosen ’80 | Lewis Brooks ’80 | Mark Matulef ’80
Class Facts
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720
The total number in the graduating Class of 1980.
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Call Me
The #1 Single of 1980 sung by Blondie. Do you still know all the words?
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Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back
The #1 box office hit for the year of 1980! How many times have you seen it?
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Jimmy Carter
Served as the 39th President of the United States from 1977-1981.
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$3.10
The minimum wage in 1980. How times have changed!
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$21,063
The average household income in 1980. Today’s average income is approximately $80,610 per year.
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$4,650
The cost of Brandeis tuition. Nowadays, a year of Brandeis tuition is $64,946
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Marver H. Bernstein
Served as president of the university from 1972-1983.
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$1.19
The cost of 1 gallon of gas in 1980!
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.