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Epitomizing intellectual curiosity: The students behind Tufts’ 2025 Summer Scholars program

By Olivia Bye | October 23

One day at the School of the Museum of Fine Arts this past summer, fifth-year combined-degree student Clara Davis took a box of 10,000 photos of legs from her locker and laid them out like a mosaic on classroom tables. This is just one example of what a typical day could look like for a Tufts Summer Scholar. The Summer Scholar program is a 10-week program that allows rising juniors and seniors to conduct independent research projects on campus under the guidance of a faculty mentor. 

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Worth Going Broke?: On your parents’ dime

By Eloise Bernstein | October 23

Even the best dining halls at Tufts can only do so much, and, after over a month of the same options every day, I’m desperate for something new. (Sorry, Dewick-MacPhie Dining Center!) Even Hodgdon Food-on-the-Run, my beloved, can get tiring after having salads or Chipotle-style bowls for almost every meal during the week. As much as I want to get the most out of my meal swipes, there is no way I’m setting foot in a dining hall this weekend while my parents are in town.

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Theater at Tufts: A place of community, passion and so much love

By Abilene Adelman | October 23

Ben Platt opened his intimate “An Evening with Ben Platt” show held in the Granoff Music Center on Oct. 11 with a cover of Billy Joel’s “Vienna,” seemingly singing directly to the place that he was inhabiting — a college campus full of students always in need of a reminder that there is more to life than their upcoming midterm.

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Yours Truly, T: The art of waking up with a smile

By T | October 22

I eased the door open, letting a sliver of golden morning light slip into the dim room. My two friends were fast asleep on the bed, cocooned in a jumble of plush blankets. From beneath a subway cloud of white sheets, a few strands of my best friend E’s blonde hair peeked out.

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Fifth-year students at Tufts balance freedom and limitations

By Isabella Jin | October 21

There’s much splendor surrounding graduation: the glitz and glamor of the senior gala, the intimate community bonding at the baccalaureate and, of course, the proud walk across the stage to receive one’s hard-earned diploma. Fifth-year students at Tufts have the opportunity to attend most of these events alongside their classmates. Unlike their peers, however, they also carry the knowledge that they will return to campus next year, while most of their friends enter a new stage of life.

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Tufts students reflect on ‘No Kings’ protest in Boston Common

By Arielle Flaherty | October 20

On Saturday, thousands of people flocked to the “No Kings” protest in Boston Common. The protests against the administration of President Donald Trump, which occurred across all 50 states, followed a series of demonstrations that occurred in June.

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Should I blame Hinge for killing my rom-com dreams?

By Sera Kwon | October 16

I will admit it — I have always been a hopeless romantic. Despite what the data says about fewer young people having romantic relationships, or the fact that dating apps make finding a connection as simple as a tap, I will forever be waiting for that moment of bumping into the person of my dreams on the T — or for Hugh Grant to spill orange juice on my white shirt like in “Notting Hill” (1999).

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Peter Bendix takes Tufts education with him to the big leagues

By Jaden Gardiola | October 15

Tufts alumnus Peter Bendix (LA’08) does not have a fixed job description. As the president of baseball operations for MLB’s Miami Marlins, Bendix’s work spans across the organization and involves numerous aspects of the team, from player development to creating a successful culture within the clubhouse.

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A Jumbo’s Journey: And the universe said…

By Ben Rachel | October 15

Telling people that I am a part of a DJ duo is super strange. It’s not because of the actual act of DJing, but because my first-year self would probably have a heart attack if I told him what I was doing with my time. My partner and I are going into our second year as the DJ duo known by the name rnr.dj (everyone should go follow on Instagram: @rnr.dj_).

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Somerville Theatre turns 111

By Connor Hines | October 14

In its 111 years, the Somerville Theatre has seen quite a lot: two pandemics, two world wars and the likes of Bruce Springsteen, U2 and Tracy Chapman. Through it all, it has continued to bring joy to moviegoers and filmmakers alike.

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Almaty: The city of blisters

By Max Turnacioglu | October 10

The following is your complete insider’s guide to running a half-marathon in Almaty with minimal training — in nine easy steps!

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Cleanups, collaboration and controversy: Tufts Health Sciences in Chinatown

By Gretta Goorno | October 9

Boston’s Chinatown district will provide you with fresh groceries, soapy facials, rows of restaurants designated by their bright signs and sidewalks lit up by red lanterns. As the last major Asian enclave in the New England region, Chinatown also provides a home for many Asian-Americans who desire an intimate community.

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Munching with Max: Porter Square

By Max Druckman | October 9

Steph and Klay. Batman and Robin. Mario and Luigi. Every dynamic duo features a main character and a trusty sidekick. While these sidekicks often don’t get the attention they deserve, their contributions are equally important.

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From Rosh Hashanah to Garba: Holidays at Tufts

By Pranya Taurani | October 8

Whether it was those participating in Tufts’ annual Garba Night to celebrate the end of Navratri — a nine-day Hindu festival — or students breaking fast after Yom Kippur, last week was their first time celebrating away from home for many new members of the Tufts community. This can seem daunting at first, but celebrating with friends can make the holidays just as special.

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Get to know Lee Edelman, English professor and pioneer in queer theory

By Abilene Adelman | October 7

When Lee Edelman — a professor in the Department of English at Tufts and Fletcher professor of English literature — was a child, he wanted to become either a cartoonist or an architect. His career as a longtime professor at Tufts and a respected scholar of queer theory diverges from those early ambitions, but his path has been just as creative and carefully constructed nonetheless.

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An analysis of Tufts meal plans: The math is not mathing

By Ella Sanders | October 6

The Tufts undergraduate meal plans include six different options spanning from the “Full Plan” of 400 swipes all the way down to a 40-swipe plan. For first-years, the 400-swipe plan is required, while sophomores have an added option of a 220-swipe meal plan. Juniors and Seniors are offered additional 160-, 100-, 80-, and 40-swipe plan options.

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Beyond black and white: The gray area of Tufts Center for Expanding Viewpoints in Higher Education

By Maia Goldman | October 6

Professor of Political Science Eitan Hersh and The Fletcher School alumnus Arik Burakovsky (F’17) combined forces to create the Center for Expanding Viewpoints in Higher Education, a new campus resource and hub dedicated to fostering dialogue across perspectives.

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Happy 40th birthday, Campus Center!

By Grace Nelson | October 2

On Thursday, students walking into the Mayer Campus Center lobby during the early afternoon were met with a surprising sight: blue balloons, an Italian ice stand, free T-shirts, succulent-pot painting stations and cupcakes galore. What could be the reason for all the pomp and circumstance? 

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Tufts Jackson Jills take the stage at Boston Symphony Orchestra

By Ellora Onion-De | October 2

Traditional Chinese instruments paired with original electronic melodies, more than six cellos covering Coldplay’s “Viva la Vida” (2008) and Lorde’s “Green Light” (2017) are just a few highlights from the Boston Symphony Orchestra’s Sept. 18 event: “Music’s Next Generation — A College Showcase.”

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Shaping the next generation of advocates: Professor Matthew Segal brings state constitutional law to Tufts

By Audrey Peel | October 1

Professor Matthew Segal, Co-Director of the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)’s State Supreme Court Initiative, is joining the political science department for a second semester as a professor of practice this fall.

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