February break: No university exercises
Audience: Current Students. Faculty. Staff.
Monday, February 16, 2026 – Friday, February 20, 2026.
Presidents Day: No university exercises, staff holiday
Audience: Staff.
Monday, February 16, 2026.
WEFi Speaker Event: Bunhourng Tan
The Women in Economics & Finance (WEFi) Club will be hosting Bunhourng Tan. Bunhourng will open the session by discussing her career trajectory and role within the industry. This will be followed by a guided case interview walkthrough, specifically tailored for students from diverse academic backgrounds interested in breaking into economic consulting. The session is tentatively scheduled for 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM (adjusting from the original 3:30 PM start).
Event Contact: atiquap@brandeis.edu. Audience: Current Students. Faculty. Staff. Registration/Access information: https://forms.gle/33eHjdtXnfvSGePs5.
Friday, February 27, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.
International Hall (Sachar 116), Sachar International Center.
Module II: first day of instruction
Audience: Current Students. Faculty.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
Datathon Kickoff
Are you ready to put your data skills to the test, learn from real-world datasets, and compete for exciting prizes?
During this event, you will learn about the dataset and what you’ll be working on. Teams of 2–3 people will collaborate to analyze data, develop insights, and present to industry experts.
🌟 Why Participate?
Gain real experience solving data-driven problems,
Network with industry experts and faculty judges,
Strengthen analytical and presentation skills,
Meet other students passionate about data science and business,
🏆Prizes & Recognition,
$1000 for the Winning Team,
$500 for the Runner-Up Team,
💡 Ready to jump in? Register and learn more.
📋 Important Dates,
March 13: Datathon Kickoff-3pm via Zoom, learn about the data, ask questions,
March 24: Proposal Deadline (submit your idea with team info),
March 26: Top 5 Finalists Announced,
March 27: Final Judging & Winner Announced, 6-8pm,
Final presentations and dinner in International Hall (Sachar…
Online Location: https://brandeis.zoom.us/j/8399308944. Room: zoom. Event Contact: Kristen babineau. Event Host/Office: Career Strategies and Engagement (CSE). Audience: Alumni & Friends. Current Students. Faculty. Prospective Students. Staff. Registration/Access information: https://hguay4.wixsite.com/datathon-2026.
Friday, March 13, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
For more info visit hguay4.wixsite.com. Spring Module I grades due
Audience: Current Students. Faculty.
Monday, March 16, 2026.
Last day to add Module II courses
Audience: Current Students.
Monday, March 23, 2026.
Last day for graduate students to change grading basis for semester courses to audit (instructor's permission required)
Audience: Current Students. Faculty.
Monday, March 30, 2026.
Last day to drop semester courses
Audience: Current Students.
Monday, March 30, 2026.
Last day to request a medical underload
Audience: Current Students. Faculty.
Monday, March 30, 2026.
Passover: No university exercises
Audience: Current Students.
Wednesday, April 1, 2026 – Thursday, April 9, 2026.
Last day for graduate students to change grading option of Module II courses to audit (instructor's permission required)
Audience: Current Students. Faculty.
Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
Last day to drop Module II courses
Audience: Current Students. Faculty.
Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
Patriots Day: Classes in session, staff holiday (floating)
Audience: Faculty. Current Students.
Monday, April 20, 2026.
Brandeis Thursday: Thursday class schedule in effect
Audience: Current Students. Faculty.
Tuesday, April 28, 2026.
Last day of instruction. Last day to voluntarily withdraw from the term (written notification required)
Audience: Current Students. Faculty.
Wednesday, April 29, 2026.
Study day
Audience: Current Students.
Thursday, April 30, 2026.
Final examination period
Audience: Current Students.
Friday, May 1, 2026 – Tuesday, May 12, 2026.
Grades for May degree recipients due
Audience: Current Students. Faculty.
Sunday, May 10, 2026.
Department degree meetings
Audience: Faculty.
Tuesday, May 12, 2026.