Brandeisian Stories

Every day, Brandeis students find new ways to bring their ingenuity, resourcefulness, dedication and compassion to life. Their stories speak for themselves.

Cameron smiles while talking to another person

Advocacy to Action Outside of the Classroom

Even before attending Brandeis, Cameron S. ’26 had a devotion to repairing the world.

Ianna smiling while on a boat with the CUREE robot

Diving With Robots

Ianna G. ’24 found her passion in an unusual way — by teaching a computer to recognize and measure corals.

Jerry posting in front of a Lunar New Year banner.

Celebrating Chinese Culture on Campus

Jerry W. ’26 found his home away from home through Chinese Cultural Connection.

Kristianna

Pride Reps Make Sure It’s Easy To Be Yourself

As a peer mentor in the Gender and Sexuality Center, Kristianna L. ’24 has a lot to be proud of.

Bronwyn smiles while dressed in fencing gear.

Crafting Your Path: Academics, Athletics and Community

Bronwyn R. ’25 shares her insights on making friends, following your passion, and finding your path on campus.

Devyn sings while holding a microphone

Harmonizing Passions in the Classroom and Beyond

Devyn O. ’26 shares how their computer science and music majors come together.

Elisha

Experiencing a Whole Spectrum of Jewish Life

For Elisha G. ’25, Brandeis is a place where he can be himself while experiencing new perspectives and cultures.

Aris leaning on a piano

Stepping Out of Her Comfort Zone and Finding a Home Away From Home

Despite being 6,720 miles from her home in Beijing, Aris W. ’24 has found Brandeis to be a perfect fit.

Daniel inside the athletic center, kneeling on the indoor track one knee with tournament flags and the American flag hanging behind him.

Returning to Jordan: Landing a Dream Internship Abroad

Daniel C. ’24, a politics major with a passion for Jordan, credits Brandeis faculty for helping him land his internship with The Embassy of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.

Justine

Finding the Perfect Path Toward a Career in Medicine

As a high schooler, Justine S. ’25 decided she wanted to pursue a career in health care.

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Summer Internship: Going Back to School

Ava F. ’24 spent the summer teaching and leading programming at the middle school she attended.

Amelia sits on the stairs

A Dream Study Abroad Experience

When Amelia T ’24 arrived in Morocco, it was the first time she’d set foot outside the United States. Would she do it again? No question.

Zac in the White House Briefing Room

Letters to the President: A Semester at the White House

Zac G. ’26 spent his spring semester participating in the White House Internship program. His favorite part? Answering letters sent to President Joe Biden.

Norah smiling at the camera with her arms crossed. She is standing in the dining hall.

From the Castle to the Pottery Club

At Brandeis, Norah K. ’24 has found cozy spaces and creative outlets in an ever-changing world.