Nearly two weeks after the United States and Israel launched airstrikes on Iran that killed Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and thousands of Iranians, Tufts students and faculty have questioned the war’s motive and the federal government’s messaging while acknowledging the repressive nature of the Iranian regime.
The Tufts Community Union Senate is launching a virtual tour initiative to film sophomore dorms and publish walkthrough videos before the March housing selection, aiming to reduce first-year confusion and increase transparency in the process.
President Donald Trump signed a proclamation strengthening entry restrictions for foreign nationals from countries that are deemed a potential danger to national security on Dec 16. Seven nations were added to a full travel ban, while another 15 are now subject to partial restrictions, adding uncertainty to the process of applying for and renewing student visas.
The Somerville City Council unanimously passed a resolution on Oct. 23 in support of the DRIVE Act, a statewide initiative that would allocate $200 million in funding for public colleges and universities throughout Massachusetts.
On Nov. 4, Somerville residents will decide whether or not to adopt the city’s first new charter in more than a century and whether to lengthen the mayor’s term from two to four years. However, voters will not receive mailed explanations of the ballot questions after the City Council postponed adopting a state statute that would have required it.
