Important Message:
Brandeis’ Spring 2021 semester is being conducted in a hybrid fashion, with some students living on campus and taking a portion of their courses in person and some students studying completely remotely. Students, faculty and staff coming to campus should comply with all measures required within the Campus Passport, including testing and taking the Daily Health Assessment. For complete information, visit the COVID-19 Response website.
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Spring Semester Information
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- Monday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Main Office: 781-736-3600
- In case of an emergency, please contact Public Safety at 781-736-3333
Travel is limited within the state of Massachusetts. A Travel Information Form is required to obtain approval from the Dean of Students Office prior to departure for the following reasons:
- In case of an emergency that requires you to travel away from campus
- Traveling out of state and within Massachusetts for a time frame which would prevent you from completing the daily health assessment and the 2 COVID tests for residential students that is required weekly
- Request for travel after May 2, 2021 will be considered on a case by case basis. We encourage you to consider early departure and completing the remainder of the semester remotely (see early departure information below).
TRAVEL INFORMATION FORM
As we are approaching the end of the academic year, if you require traveling home for personal or emergency purposes, please consider early departure and finishing the remainder of your semester remotely.
Please contact the Department of Community Living to begin the move out process
For more information, please refer to the
Move out procedure information page
Beginning Monday, April 19, 2021, COVID vaccines will be available for community members ages 16 and older in Massachusetts. The Dean of Students Office is unable to approve travel to another state for the purpose of receiving a vaccine unless there is an emergency medical situation.
For more information, please go to:
COVID-19 Response: Brandeis COVID-19 Vaccine Update
In case you test positive for COVID-19 or are contacted by the Brandeis Contact Tracing Team, you may be asked to relocate to a temporary residence hall room. We recommend that you have a bag ready with enough belongings for 10-14 days.
Suggested Packing List
- Clothing for 10 days
- Medications that you may need
- Glasses/contact lenses and related supplies
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Thermometer
- Toiletries (e.g., brush/comb, toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, shampoo, conditioner, shaving supplies, deodorant, etc.)
- Bedding: Pillow, Sheets & blanket or comforter, Towels
- Face masks
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Electronics (e.g., computer, phone, chargers, alarm clock, etc.)
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Books and coursework materials
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Fan
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Trash can
- Snacks/drinks
- Comfort/sentimental items (picture, book, stuffed animal)
- For those in quarantine: Laundry supplies (detergent, laundry bag, laundry money)
All updates can be found on the Dining website
Sherman Dining Hall
- Weekdays, Monday - Friday
- Brunch: 11:30 a.m.–2 p.m.
- Dinner: 5–7 p.m.
- Weekends, Saturdays and Sundays
- Brunch: 9:30 a.m.–2 p.m.
- Dinner: 5–7 p.m.
- Kosher dining available; Shabbat meals provided upon request.
- Breakfast available at Einstein’s on Monday–Friday for students on a meal plan.
Einstein Bros. Bagels
- Monday - Friday: 9 a.m.–2 p.m.
- Saturdays and Sundays, Closed
COVID-19 Policy part of Rights & Responsibilities 2020-2021. It Includes:
- Personal Health and Quarantine
- Quarantine and Self Isolation Protocol
- COVID Amnesty Policy
- Travel Restrictions: Travel is limited within the greater Boston area (within Interstate 495). A Travel Information Form is required to obtain approval from the Dean of Students Office prior to departure for the following reasons: 1) In case of an emergency that requires you to be away from campus; 2) Traveling out of state and within Massachusetts for a time frame which would prevent you from completing the daily health assessment and the 2 COVID tests for residential students that is required weekly.
TRAVEL INFORMATION FORM
As the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and Massachusetts state guidelines change, due to the evolving nature of the pandemic, our policies may change as well.
COVID-19 Response: What's Now, What's Next?
Contact information: deanofstudentsoffice@brandeis.edu
The Dean of Students Office (DOSO) will continue to be available for students, their families, and our community partners. Services will be available via telephone and Zoom. The Care Team will remain active and, in conjunction with campus partners, continue to provide support and resources to students.
Learn more about COVID-19 Response: What's Now, What's Next.
Spring Semester Begins February 1
Questions about Housing & Residential Life?
Deistancing Programs
Dean of Students Office, Department of Student Activities, Department Community Services, and our campus partners are excited to host virtual programming for Spring 2021.
New episodes added weekly. Special guests include Brandeis students, staff, faculty, and alumni sharing positive energy, information, and introspective topics of discussion.
