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Meet the winter geese, Tufts' seasonal celebrities

The Daily is known for covering news related to Tufts students, staff, family, and friends. But we feel that there’s one crucial group missing from that coverage: the geese. Every winter, the Medford/Somerville campus is bombarded by countless flocks of Canada geese. This time around, some of the Daily’s reporters decided it was time we give them the microphone. Video by Yash Chaddha, Dylan Fee, Maya Godard, and Ines Rudentsine Also featuring Grace Nelson, Josué Pérez, and Josh Solomon / The Tufts Daily

Steve Tisch, Tufts alum and prominent donor, is in the Epstein Files.

Steve Tisch, the Tufts alum, a film producer and co-owner of the New York Giants, communicated extensively with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein — discussing women in vulgar terms and meeting up in person, as shown in the latest round of files released by the Department of Justice in late January. His name is scattered across campus, adorning entrances to both the Tisch Library and the Steve Tisch Sports and Fitness Center, the result of tens of millions in donations made to the university. Though Tisch has not been charged with any wrongdoing, it is unclear whether the university is considering renaming the buildings bearing his name. The university has not said whether or not discussions on the matter have taken place. Only six years ago, another public scandal forced the Tufts administration to reckon with a controversial namesake. The Tufts School of Medicine — once named after the Sackler family — was renamed in 2019 after the family’s role in creating the opioid epidemic came to light. Hosted by Julian Glickman. Shot and edited by Matthew Sage. Produced by Maya Godard.

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Peter's Pizzeria: A Day in the Life of a Full-Time-Student Pizzeria

Peter's Pizzeria is a hole-in-the-house pizzeria run by a group of juniors at Tufts University. They prepare dough on Wednesdays; cook and sell on Saturdays. Outside of the pizzeria is a four-square, a chess board and menus written on whiteboards. It has become a space of gathering, even if only for a couple of months. A documentary by Jake Ren / The Tufts Daily

Matcha powder lines, anti-period cries: Jumbos take to Tisch Roof for performative male showdown

Over 200 spectators gathered on Tisch Roof to watch dozens of Tufts students vie for the crown of being Tufts’ most performative man. Read more about it here: https://www.tuftsdaily.com/article/2025/09/matcha-powder-lines-anti-period-cries-tufts-students-take-to-tisch-roof-for-performative-male-showdown

Tufts community weighs in on closing of JCC Starbucks

Last week, students hoping to grab a quick cup of coffee on their way to class in the Joyce-Cummings Center were met with an unpleasant surprise: The Starbucks, a staple of the JCC’s bottom floor since it opened in 2022, is now permanently closed. To students’ dismay, the coffee company shuttered its pick-up only location last Saturday, sending students scrambling for their usual coffee fix. The closure is part of the coffee giant’s larger plan to reverse declining sales and falling stock prices. Under new leadership, Starbucks is moving away from the pandemic-era pick-up locations — offering nothing more than mobile orders and a sparse seating — and back toward the more traditional atmosphere of your local coffeeshop, aiming to provide a more “warm and welcoming” atmosphere in a bid to lure customers back to their business. But the change is certain to disrupt the coffee habits of Tufts students and force them scrambling to find an alternative. Here's what they had to say about the news. Video by Dylan Fee, Maya Godard, Jake Ren, and Matthew Sage / The Tufts Daily

Hot Off The Press—Four Tufts Seniors Versus (Somewhat) Spicy Wings

A few weeks before graduation, at the Daily newsroom, we served spicy questions with (for some) even spicier wings to four Daily seniors in an increasingly aggravated conversation about their favorite objects at the office, hot daily-related takes, and more. Video by Trey Lawrence, Jake Ren, and Elliot Riseman / The Tufts Daily 00:32 Introductions 02:01 Dream performance at the newsroom? 04:07 Favorite object in the office? 06:36 Favorite memory from M-Board? 08:06 Advice for freshman self? 09:47 Project or article you're most proud of? 12:46 HOT TAKES 13:33 Photos from the past

Off The Record—The Jackson Jills

On April 5, 2025, The Jackson Jills performed five songs in the Daily’s newsroom. They then joined Daily members for a conversation about the origins, rehearsals, and seniors of Tufts’ oldest all-femme a cappella group. To learn more about the Jills, visit https://jacksonjills.com/ . . . The Jackson Jills features Abby Sommers, Alex Dobbins, Gwen Draut, Kat Fernandopulle, Mira Pensa, Ava Kee, Juni Kim, Maya Godard, Tess McGarvey, Ilana Brown, Nora Murphy, and Siena Furfaro (the two other members of the Jills—Layla Hoffman, Tessa Moore—were abroad at the time of this recording) Video by Julia Carpi, Maya Godard, Jake Ren and Emma So Audio by Ruby Appleton, Julia Carpi, Emma Dooley, Aisha Karim and Jake Ren / The Tufts Daily . . . 00:00 Before He Cheats by Carrie Underwood 03:22 SparkNotes of the Jills’ History 04:04 How true was Pitch Perfect? 04:40 Placebo by Trousdale 08:00 Audition process? 08:41 The Jills’ Room? 09:32 The Scientist by Coldplay 14:04 Rehearsal process? 14:51 Sentimental Journey by Doris Day 16:10 Seniors :’) 17:20 Shadows of the Night by Pat Benatar

Shh! The Secret Lives of Collegiate Mimes

A profile on the nation’s best… and only collegiate mime troupe.  Video by Elliot Riseman / The Tufts Daily -  - - To learn more about the HYPE! Mimez check out their Instagram and YouTube! https://www.instagram.com/hype.mimez/  - Instagram https://www.youtube.com/user/hypemimez - YouTube

Off The Record—Molasses Disaster

On March 8, 2025, Molasses Disaster performed five songs in the Daily’s newsroom. The band then joined Daily members for a conversation about the origins of their musical journey and the relationship between their music and the people they love. Molasses Disaster features Sarah Stampleman on guitar & banjo, Noah DeYoung on synth & keyboard, Carter Wagner on bass, Noa Cutler on drums, and Ashton Dudley on vocals. Special guests: Theo Tringale on guitar and Adrienne Mermin on guitar & vocals. Video by Julia Carpi, Maya Godard, Emma So, and Jake Ren Audio by Julia Carpi, Aisha Karim, Jordan Rosh, and Josue Perez / The Tufts Daily 00:00 What Are We Gonna Do Now by Indigo De Souza 03:17 Why “Molasses Disaster?” 03:57 Band origin? 04:33 Rush by Troye Sivan 07:47 Fit check?? 09:00 Pool House by The Backseat Lovers 13:17 Sarah’s Mom! 14:13 Your Loves Whore by Wolf Alice 19:01 What is it like to perform for your friends?

Tufts Daily Talks: 2025 Oscars predictions

Members of The Tufts Daily talk about this year in film ahead of the Oscars. They discuss their favorite movies and predict winners, all while ranting about the worst snubs and their juiciest hot takes. Video by Emma So and Julia Carpi / The Tufts Daily

Tufts Daily Talks: 2025 Oscars predictions

Members of The Tufts Daily talk about this year in film ahead of the Oscars. They discuss their favorite movies and predict winners, all while ranting about the worst snubs and their juiciest hot takes. Video by Emma So and Julia Carpi / The Tufts Daily

Party at The Sink: Inside Tufts' Only Student-Run Cafe

A profile of Tufts' only student-run cafe, The Sink. Video by Jake Ren and Maya Godard / The Tufts Daily . . . . . To learn more about The Sink, check out these Tufts Daily articles! -The Sink Baristas: An inside scoop (or more accurately, an espresso shot) https://www.tuftsdaily.com/article/2022/11/the-sink-baristas-an-inside-scoop-or-more-accurately-an-espresso-shot -Caffeinated Commentary: The Sink https://www.tuftsdaily.com/article/2023/02/caffeinated-commentary-the-sink -The Daily Drip: Medford Fog https://www.tuftsdaily.com/article/2024/10/the-daily-drip-medford-fog

Tufts Daily Talks: 2025 Oscars predictions

Members of The Tufts Daily talk about this year in film ahead of the Oscars. They discuss their favorite movies and predict winners, all while ranting about the worst snubs and their juiciest hot takes. Video by Emma So and Julia Carpi / The Tufts Daily

Off The Record: Fease

On Dec. 13, 2024, Fease performed three original songs in the Daily’s newsroom. The band then joined Daily members for a conversation about the origins of their musical journey and their songwriting process. Video by Julia Carpi, Maya Godard, Jake Ren, Chloe Nascon-Schechter, Cade Keys, Aaron Gruen/ The Tufts Daily Timestamps: 0:00 The Thick of It 07:18 Why "Fease"? 07:32 What's Fease's Style? 08:15 Walk That Walk 15:21 Uniqueness of Student Band 16:07 Jack! (Band Leader) 16:38 Outta Game

Tufts full-time lecturers rally for higher salaries during 2-day walkout

Unionized full-time lecturers in the Tufts School of Arts and Sciences rallied on January 27th and 28th during a two-day walkout, following 10 months of negotiations with the Tufts administration. Producer—Jake Ren Edited—Jake Ren and Cade Keys Camera Operators—Cade Keys and Elliot Riseman Reporter—Samantha Eng Interviewees—Katti Mattaini, Penn Loh Special thanks to—Anna Meier

Tufts students share thoughts on controversial Massachusetts ballot Question 2

On Oct. 18, members of the Daily asked Tufts students what they think about Massachusetts ballot Question 2, which could end a state mandate that requires students to pass the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System exam to graduate. If this measure passes, it would eliminate the MCAS as a graduation requirement for high schoolers across the state. Video by Ryan Han, Sarah Firth and Tyler Frojmovich / The Tufts Daily

An inside look at WMFO

WMFO, Tufts’ student-run freeform radio station, broadcasts an eclectic variety of 24/7 programming to the Tufts community and beyond. Join the Daily for a tour of the Curtis Hall studios with WMFO co-General Manager Gonzalo Escajadillo (he/him), Programming Director Alicia Coble (they/them) and Studio B President Kymberly Kuras (she/her). Read more: https://www.tuftsdaily.com/article/2024/10/wmfo-keeping-it-freeform-for-50-years Video by Maya Godard / The Tufts Daily

Off the Record: Saint Cecilia

On March 9, Saint Cecilia performed four original songs in the Tufts Daily newsroom. Band members Cole McIlvaine, Matt Dacey, Theo Tringale and Sam Stearns then sat down for an interview where they discussed their musical backgrounds, how Saint Cecilia got its name as well as their unique experience performing live with their friends. Video by Chloe Nacson-Schechter, Gabi Daher and Cecilia Wang / The Tufts Daily