A students walks across the stage during Commencement

Commencement 2025: ‘Let us resolve … to promote moderation and sobriety amid the extremism of our time’

A joyful atmosphere filled Brandeis’ leafy campus Sunday as the Class of 2025 gathered with family and friends to celebrate the university’s 74th Commencement in the Gosman Sports and Convocation Center.

Aerial view of two students dressed in academic regalia high-fiving at the "Light of Reason" sculpture.

Photos: Countdown to Commencement

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.

A collage of six students featured

Voices of the Class of 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.

Elizabeth Dina Mahon, Jourdan Parent and Elizabeth Dina Mahon

Voices of the Class of 2025: Graduate reflections

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.

Around Campus

Conceptual rendering of the new Center for Jewish Life. People are seen socializing outside a brick building.

Brandeis University and Hillel at Brandeis announce major initiative to strengthen Jewish life on campus

Renovation of former Kutz Hall underscores Brandeis’ historic mission and investment in the Jewish future

Aerial rendering of new residence hall situated on the lower side of the Brandeis campus

Brandeis announces new 631-bed residence hall as part of major campus investment

The new residence hall project signals long-term commitment to student life, sustainability, summer programming and the future of the Waltham campus.

The Brandeis University campus in spring.

Brandeis University recognized as one of the world’s best small universities

Times Higher Education has named Brandeis University in the top 10 on its list of the World's Best Small Universities.

In the News

A group of students sit outside on campus on a sunny day.
Photography

Scene at Brandeis

Scene at Brandeis is a series featuring the work of Brandeis' staff photographers from the past month.

By Dan Holmes and Gaelen Morse

Of Note

Renovation of former Kutz Hall underscores Brandeis’ historic mission and investment in the Jewish future

The Brandeis University Board of Trustees has re-elected Lisa Kranc ’75 to a two-year term as chair, reaffirming her leadership and continued dedication to the university.

Undergraduate and Graduate Ceremonies to be held Sunday, May 18, in Gosman Sports and Convocation Center