In the days leading up to Brandeis’ 74th Commencement, the Class of 2025 comes together for a final week filled with celebration, reflection and excitement for the next chapter.
Photography by Dan Holmes and Gaelen Morse
May 16, 2025
Every graduating class leaves its mark — but the Brandeis Class of 2025 has done so with resilience, creativity and a deep sense of purpose. Meet six students who share how Brandeis shaped their paths.
Giselle Gabriel, Heller MA’25, will deliver the graduate student address at this year’s Commencement, sharing her journey of embracing the unknown and finding resilience through community, mentorship, and faith.
Brandeis graduate students pursue rigorous academics shaped by personal values, mentorship and the freedom to grow into confident professionals. Three members of the Class of 2025 reflect on their experiences and share their insights.