May 2026

Features

Joy Fish ’56, Ron Fish ’91 and Nili Fish-Bieler ’26 stand in front of a Brandeis banner

May 20, 2026

When Nili Fish-Bieler ’26 walked the stage at Brandeis University’s 75th Commencement ceremony, she became the third generation Brandeisian in her family.

Students throwing up graduation caps

May 17, 2026

Brandeis University conferred more than 1,600 undergraduate, graduate and doctoral degrees at its 75th Commencement Exercises.

Four graduating students dressed in academic regalia smile ourside

May 17, 2026

The Class of 2026 gathered with family, friends and faculty to celebrate their achievements during the undergraduate commencement ceremony.

An audience of graduate students applaud and celebrate.

May 17, 2026

In a moment marked by pride and excitement, the graduate Class of 2026 celebrated its hard-earned accomplishments at Brandeis University’s 75th Commencement.

May 15, 2026

Brandeis University Class of 2026 students reflect on the community, friendships, academic experiences and personal growth that shaped their time on campus.

Three students walk through campus dressed in Commencement regalia.

May 13, 2026

As Brandeis’ 75th Commencement approaches, the Class of 2026 comes together for a week of celebration, reflection and excitement for what comes next.

A person wearing silver sparkly glasses that read "Grad"

May 11, 2026

Many local news outlets share graduation news about current or former residents. If you would like to share an announcement about your (or your child's) graduation, use this template that will work for many news organizations.

A collage of four students

May 11, 2026

From interdisciplinary scholarship to hands-on research and campus involvement, four undergraduate students from Brandeis University’s Class of 2026 reflect on the experiences that shaped their time at Brandeis.

Five student headshots

May 11, 2026

Five graduate students from Brandeis University’s Class of 2026 share the challenges, experiences and support that defined their academic journeys.

Woman at computer

May 11, 2026

New AI-powered tool provides a personalized cost early in the process, bringing greater transparency to the college search.

Headshots of nine award recipients

May 11, 2026

This year’s TA Awards for Excellence in Teaching and Mentoring recognized teaching assistants for their exceptional mentorship, innovative instruction and dedication to student success.

Jin Zhang smiling outside on the Brandeis campus

May 6, 2026

Doctoral candidate Jin Zhao will deliver the graduate student address at this year's Commencement, sharing her research into how AI shapes the way we understand the world — and why that matters more than ever.

Khimaya Bagla ’26

May 6, 2026

Khimaya Bagla ’26 will deliver the undergraduate student address at this year's Commencement, reflecting on a Brandeis journey shaped by curiosity, exploration and a cross-disciplinary approach to learning.

Two people riding a spinning carnival ride.

May 5, 2026

How does our daily routine affect our mood and cognition? A new study by Brandeis researcher Jenny Crawford found that trying new experiences consistently left people in better spirits — and ultimately, might even improve the health of their brains.

Barry Levin

May 4, 2026

Annual award celebrates entrepreneurial spirit, independent thinking.

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In the News

May 21, 2026
The Boston Globe

Record gift to Brandeis by Karen Sachs ’83 highlighted

May 20, 2026
Inside Higher Ed

President Arthur Levine interviewed

May 19, 2026
The New York Times

Bernard Yack, Lerman Neubauer Professor of Democracy and Public Policy, quoted

May 19, 2026
Trusteeship Magazine

President Arthur Levine interviewed

May 16, 2026

Op-ed by Professor Nader Habibi

May 14, 2026
The 19th

Lurie Institute for Disability Policy research scientist Laura Bixby and Joseph Caldwell, director of the Community Living Policy Center, quoted

May 14, 2026
Associated Press

Hadi Kahalzadeh, researcher with the Center for Global Development and Sustainability, quoted

May 14, 2026
The New York Times

Prakash Kashwan, associate professor of environmental studies, quoted

May 10, 2026
The New York Times

Brandeis' interactive financial aid assistant "Faye" featured.

May 8, 2026
CNN

Professor Nader Habibi interviewed

May 7, 2026
Jewish Telegraphic Agency

Flora Cassen, Lavine Family Director of the Brandeis Center for Jewish Studies and Director of the Sarnat Center for the Study of Anti-Jewishness, interviewed

May 6, 2026
The Boston Globe

Op-ed by Professor Robert Kuttner

May 4, 2026
The Chronicle of Higher Education

Professor Nader Habibi quoted

May 4, 2026
NBC News

New book from Brandeis University Press featured

May 1, 2026
la Repubblica

Professor Yehudah Mirsky quoted (article is in Italian)

Of Note

Arthur Levine

May 21, 2026

Levine discussed innovation in education and how The Brandeis Plan is being implemented.

Brandeis professors Darlene Brooks Hedstrom and Peter Kalb

May 12, 2026

Professors Darlene Brooks Hedstrom and Peter Kalb will work on books on a material history of monasticism and an art history of the moon landing.