Brandeis Stories

Dmitry Troyanovsky seated on a spiral staircase.

Theater Matters

Dmitry Troyanovsky ’98, associate professor of theater arts, directs stage productions that open hearts and minds.

Brandeis scientist named HHMI fellow

Brandeis researcher Julianne Pelaez, a postdoctoral associate in biology, has been awarded the Howard Hughes Medical Institute’s prestigious Hanna Gray Fellowship.

Students inspect a miniature artifact excavated from a model shipwreck.

Digging in the deep

Charlie Goudge, assistant professor of anthropology, uses miniature wooden shipwreck models to teach maritime archaeology.

Of Note

Brandeis names longtime university leader Jennifer Walker as Vice President, Enrollment Management

In her expanded role, Walker will continue to spearhead the undergraduate admissions office and assume oversight of student financial services and the registrar’s office under the direct leadership of the President.

Brandeis University announces a new program offering full tuition for families earning $75,000 or less a year

The Brandeis Commitment aims to reduce financial barriers, providing predictable aid for families earning up to $200,000.

Navigating diversity and identity in Jewish organizations: An interview with Edith Pick

Dr. Edith Pick shares her insights into the dynamics of diversity and politics in Jewish organizations, and how Brandeis undergraduate students can navigate conflict and promote feelings of community on campus.

Students have a snowball fight on campus on a snowy day.

Photography

Scene at Brandeis: December 2024

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

By Dan Holmes and Gaelen Morse

In the News

Too much information?

The Strad Magazine

The possibilities for violin makers afforded by 3D-printing technology are limitless, as a new exhibition in Cremona, Italy shows – but is there a danger of the knowledge being misused? Harry Mairson, professor of computer science—and amateur violin builder—weighs in. Note: Subscription required.

Brandeis historian discusses Hanukkah’s rise to American popularity

WBZ NewsRadio 1030

Professor Jonathan Sarna interviewed

Brandeis University rediscovering books looted by Nazis

WBZ NewsRadio 1030

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