Brandeis Family Calendar
Brandeis is thrilled to have your student join our community. We recognize that family members can play an important role in a student’s college success. You are your student’s biggest cheerleader, advocate and source of encouragement throughout their college experience. The start of college may be a major transition for you, too, and we want to help you stay connected and informed so that you can continue to provide guidance as your student becomes increasingly independent during this life-changing time.
This virtual calendar is meant to be a source of information for you. Below, you will find important Brandeis dates and deadlines, highlights of Brandeis students’ first-year journey and suggestions of ways to help your student along the way. Please note that the information is subject to change. Continue to check back for the most current information.
Spring Semester 2021
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During February, students may be thinking about plans for the upcoming year (housing, classes and campus involvement). It’s important to remind your student about self-care strategies during this month.
'Deis Advice: Is your student interested in studying abroad this summer? The deadline is March 18, but the sooner your student submits an application, the better. Your student should also make an appointment with the study abroad advisor.
In March, the semester is halfway over, and it is often a busy time for students. They are preparing for midterm exams and thinking about summer activities (courses, employment and internships). Students interested in studying abroad in the summer will be finalizing their applications with the Office of Study Abroad.
'Deis Advice: We’re here to help. Remind your student to utilize the Support at Brandeis website for a comprehensive list of available resources.
In April, students are balancing academic and social expectations as the semester winds down and end-of-semester events and activities pick up. Students on campus may also start to feel sad at the thought of parting ways with their roommates and friends for the summer.
'Deis Advice: Does your student need ways to de-stress? Students are welcome to attend the virtual Stressbuster activities and workshops, and the virtual Zen Zone sessions to practice mindfulness.
The beginning of May is an extremely busy time for students as they complete their final exams and students on campus prepare to move out for summer. Communication is key when discussing schedules and logistics for your student’s transition to summer break.
'Deis Advice: Talk with your student about how they feel the year went. Did anything surprise them? How did they do with their monthly budget? What are they looking forward to next semester?