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If you haven’t created an estate plan yet, you’ll be surprised how many topics it covers. Learn five steps to consider when preparing to meet with your estate planning professional.
Online Location Details: Registration Link: https://fmr.zoom.us/j/93209569455?pwd=E1e7uhgKusu8wlzd8FQ2pUihuCShXP.1. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Faculty. Staff. Event Type: Lecture/Presentation/Seminar. Event Subject: Financial Health. RSVP Information: https://fmr.zoom.us/j/93209569455?pwd=E1e7uhgKusu8wlzd8FQ2pUihuCShXP.1.
Thursday, August 13, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Multifaith Observances
(Christianity-Catholic) Commemorates the assumption of Mary, mother of Jesus, into heaven.
Event Type: Multifaith Observance.
Saturday, August 15, 2026.
Dormition of the Theotokos
Multifaith Observances
(Christianity-Orthodox) The Dormition of the Mother of God is a Great Feast of the Eastern Orthodox, Oriental Orthodox, and Eastern Catholic Churches. It celebrates the "falling asleep" of Mary the Theotokos, and her being taken up into heaven.
Event Type: Multifaith Observance.
Saturday, August 15, 2026.
Birth of Muhammad, Mawlid an-Nabi
Multifaith Observances
(Islam) Begins at sundown on the first day listed. First day may be dependent on the sighting of the moon. Milad an-Nabi, also known as Mawlid, is celebrated by Muslims as the birthday of the Prophet Muhammad.
Event Type: Multifaith Observance.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 – Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
Dialogue Facilitation Training and Practicum
This year, the Office of the Vice Provost for Institutional Inclusive Excellence (OVPIIE) is launching a Dialogue Facilitation Training and Practicum for any faculty, staff, or graduate students interested in leading dialogue programs at Tufts. The experience will include a two-day intensive training and a subsequent semester-long practicum. Those who wish to continue on to the practicum will be given priority registration for the training.
The two-day training will provide community members with opportunities to learn and practice dialogue facilitation skills. The practicum provides an opportunity for participants to put these skills into practice by facilitating an OVPIIE dialogue program this fall: Dialogue for Change for graduate students or staff to facilitate, Dialogue in the Workplace for staff and faculty to facilitate, and Tufts Table for staff, faculty, and/or students to facilitate. Participants will receive additional training and support from OVPIIE throughout the fall semester as they lead…
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Eaton Hall, Room 201. Wheelchair Accessible: Yes. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Staff. Faculty. Students (Graduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Event Type: Training/Workshop. Event Subject: Diversity/Identity/Inclusive Excellence. RSVP Information: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd17UO31pbDV2qZEe2CtsaKvwjnn_bd1Pg1ERZVLk4MMR3SJw/viewform?usp=header. Event Contact Name: Naomi Boase. Event Contact Email: naomi.boase@tufts.edu. Event Contact Phone: 616-216-3343.
Thursday, August 27, 2026 – Friday, August 28, 2026.
Raksha Bandan
Multifaith Observances
(Hinduism) Also abbreviated to Rakhi, it is the Hindu festival that celebrates brotherhood and love. It is celebrated on the full moon in the month of Sravana in the lunar calendar.
Event Type: Multifaith Observance.
Thursday, August 27, 2026.
Goddard Chapel Open House
Office of Religious and Philosophical Life
Welcome family and friends of Pre-O move in students!
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Primary Audience: Parents. Event Subject: Religion/Spirituality.
Friday, August 28, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
First Parkash (First Installation)
Multifaith Observances
(Sikhism) Celebrates the installation of the Adi Granth, a compilation of scripture. Compiled by the fifth Guru, Guru Arjan Dev Ji.
Event Type: Multifaith Observance.
Tuesday, September 1, 2026.
Goddard Chapel Open House
Office of Religious and Philosophical Life
Welcome family and friends of new students!
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Primary Audience: Parents. Event Subject: Religion/Spirituality.
Wednesday, September 2, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Matriculation
Parents and families are welcome to attend the Matriculation Ceremony (the official welcoming of new students); it will also be livestreamed.
Please note: This event takes place outside on the Academic Quad. In the event of inclement weather, the indoor location accommodates students only; there will be additional indoor spaces where parents and families who are on campus can watch the livestream.
A link to watch the livestream will be available on the Orientation Programs and Communications web page.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes.
Thursday, September 3, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Meet the Office of Religious and Philosophical Life
Office of Religious and Philosophical Life
Join the staff of the Office of Religious and Philosophical Life (RPL) for crafts, meet-and-greet with chaplains and student leaders, and sweet treats.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: No. Event Subject: Religion/Spirituality.
Thursday, September 3, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Navigating Transitions: Reflections & Finding Your Way at Tufts with the Humanist Community
Office of Religious and Philosophical Life
Welcome all new students interested in learning about Humanist Life at Tufts! Please email orpl@tufts.edu with any questions.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Students (Graduate). Students (Undergraduate). Event Subject: Religion/Spirituality.
Thursday, September 3, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Illumination for the Class of 2030, Transfers, and Graduate Students
Office of Religious and Philosophical Life
This beloved tradition starts your time at Tufts! Please email orpl@tufts.edu with any questions.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Prez Lawn. Open to Public: No. Event Subject: Religion/Spirituality.
Thursday, September 3, 2026, 7:45 PM – 8:45 PM.
Krishna Janmashtami
Multifaith Observances
(Hinduism) Celebrates the birthday of Krishna. According to the Hindu epics, Krishna was the eighth incarnation of the God Vishnu, opposed to the demon Kansa, who was responsible for the increase of evil in the world. Worship of Krishna is characteristically expressed in dance and song.
Event Type: Multifaith Observance.
Friday, September 4, 2026.
Jummah Prayers
Office of Religious and Philosophical Life
Welcome all new students interested in learning about Muslim Life at Tufts! Please email orpl@tufts.edu with any questions.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Subject: Religion/Spirituality.
Friday, September 4, 2026, 1:15 PM – 1:45 PM.
Catholic Mass and Dinner
Office of Religious and Philosophical Life
Welcome to all new students interested in Catholic Life! Please email orpl@tufts.edu with any questions.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Subject: Religion/Spirituality.
Sunday, September 6, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Protestant Christian Worship & Dessert Reception
Office of Religious and Philosophical Life
Welcome new students interested in Protestant (mainline and non-denominational) Life! Please email orpl@tufts.edu with any questions.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Subject: Religion/Spirituality.
Sunday, September 6, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Labor Day
University Holidays
The university observes a holiday on this day.
Event Type: University Holiday.
Monday, September 7, 2026.
Buddhist Meditation
Office of Religious and Philosophical Life
Welcome new students interested in Buddhist Life! Please email orpl@tufts.edu with any questions.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Subject: Religion/Spirituality.
Monday, September 7, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Hindu Community Chai and Chat
Office of Religious and Philosophical Life
Welcome new students interested in Hindu Life! Please email orpl@tufts.edu with any questions.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Subject: Religion/Spirituality.
Monday, September 7, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Feast of the Nativity of the Theotokos
Multifaith Observances
(Christianity-Orthodox) The Feast commemorates the birth of the Mother of Jesus Christ.
Event Type: Multifaith Observance.
Tuesday, September 8, 2026.
Paryusana Festival
Multifaith Observances
(Jainism) Considered the holiest period of the year, these eight days are marked for Jains by fasting, meditation, prayer and public readings of the life story of Lord Mahavira. Observed especially by the followers of the Shvetambara sect, Paryusana concludes on Samvatsari, the most solemn occasion of self-scrutiny and forgiveness. On this day, Jains ask for forgiveness from their relatives and friends for any offense they may have committed by deed, word or thought. Observances may include limits to participation in academics or work and may include fasting.
Event Type: Multifaith Observance.
Tuesday, September 8, 2026 – Tuesday, September 15, 2026.
Visualizing Migration and Human Security in Türkiye
The Henry J. Leir Institute for Migration and Human Security (Leir) invites you to Visualizing Migration and Human Security in Türkiye.
Türkiye hosts the largest refugee population in the world, and it sits at the crossroads of Europe’s busiest migration routes. How did its borders harden from open thresholds into some of the most policed pathways on earth? And how has Türkiye turned migration itself into diplomatic leverage over the European Union?
Join the Fletcher student team as they present an interactive StoryMap tracing the journeys from the eastern mountain passes to the chokepoints of the Aegean, and discuss what a map-based, story-driven approach reveals that conventional analysis misses.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Lecture/Presentation/Seminar. Event Subject: International Affairs. Global Engagement.
Tuesday, September 8, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
For more info visit forms.monday.com. ExCollege Ice Cream Social
Want to learn more about the ExCollege? Come join us for ice cream sundaes on the lawn Wednesday, September 9 from 12:00 to 1:30 p.m.! Learn more about our programs, find out how to get involved, and meet the ExCollege staff while soaking in the summer sun!
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: 95 Talbot Ave
Medford, MA
02155. Wheelchair Accessible: No. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Information Session/Open House/Orientation. Event Contact Name: Tobi Pitan. Event Contact Email: opitan01@tufts.edu.
Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM.
Seminar Series: Prof. Lingjun Li (Host: Prof. Kevin Clark)
Fall 2026 Chemistry Department Seminar Series
Title: TBA.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Room P-106. Open to Public: No. Speaker Name: Prof. Lingjun Li - University of Wisconsin Madison. Event Contact Name: Marianne O'Connell. Event Contact Email: marianne.o_connell@tufts.edu. Event Contact Phone: 6176272649.
Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
The 1st Annual Tufts Innovation Hub Symposium
The 1st Annual Tufts Innovation Hub Symposium, Body Image and Beyond: Preserving Life. Restoring Form. Advancing Cancer Care.
Join the Tufts Innovation Hub 2026 Symposium for an interdisciplinary exploration of how advances in cancer care are transforming patient outcomes and quality of life. Bringing together experts in oncology, surgery, biomedical engineering, and related fields, the symposium will highlight innovations in organ preservation, reconstructive approaches, and prosthetic technologies that are redefining what is possible in precision cancer treatment. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the scientific breakthroughs driving these advances and engage in cross-disciplinary discussions to identify new opportunities for translational research, innovation, and clinical impact.
Register here.
Please contact Jai Eswara at jairam.eswara@tufts.edu with any questions.
Sponsored by the Tufts University–Tufts Medicine Research Enterprise.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Primary Audience: Alumni and Friends. Faculty. Interns and Residents. Postdoctoral Fellows. Students (Graduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Lecture/Presentation/Seminar. Conference/Panel Event/Symposium. Event Subject: Clinical Care. Engineering/Technology. Innovation. Medicine. Research. Science.
Thursday, September 10, 2026, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
For more info visit tufts.qualtrics.com. Open Rehearsal for Voices for Peace and Light
Office of Religious and Philosophical Life
All are welcome to join the interfaith, intergenerational choir Voices for Peace and Light! Please email orpl@tufts.edu with any questions.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Subject: Religion/Spirituality.
Thursday, September 10, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Rosh Hashanah
Multifaith Observances
(Judaism) Begins at sundown on the first day listed. The Jewish New Year and the anniversary of the creation of humankind, Rosh Hashanah is the first of the Ten Days of Awe (also known as the Ten Days of Repentance) that conclude on Yom Kippur. It marks the beginning of the holiest time of the year for Jews. Observances may include limits to participation in academics or work.
Event Type: Multifaith Observance.
Friday, September 11, 2026 – Sunday, September 13, 2026.
Hugo Adam Bedau Memorial Lecture: Dr. Victoria McGreer and Dr. Philip Pettit - Princeton University
Title and abstract: Coming soon.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: TBA. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Lecture/Presentation/Seminar. Speaker Name: Dr. Victoria McGreer and Dr. Philip Pettit.
Friday, September 11, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Ghambar Paitishem
Multifaith Observances
(Zoroastrianism) Celebrates the creation of plants, the sowing of the winter crop and the return of herds from pasture.
Event Type: Multifaith Observance.
Saturday, September 12, 2026 – Wednesday, September 16, 2026.
Tufts Masterclass Series: Artificial Intelligence and Society
Experience Tufts’ intellectual capital and research leadership with Tufts Masterclass, an immersive blend of seminars, hands-on experiences, and community-building moments. Join us this fall for our upcoming session: Artificial Intelligence and Society.
Artificial intelligence is transforming healthcare, business, law, communication, and nearly all other aspects of daily life.
Through discussions, workshops, and case studies facilitated by Tufts faculty and guest experts, you'll explore the social, cultural, and political dimensions of AI, including:Live demonstrations of real-world AI applications, How AI is reshaping decision-making across industries, Ethical, security and regulatory considerations, Cultural and societal impacts of automation and machine intelligence, Due to limited enrollment per cohort, early application is highly recommended.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: No. Event Type: Lecture/Presentation/Seminar. Event Subject: Innovation. Admission/Cost: $2,800. Event Contact Name: Christina DiRico. Event Contact Email: christina.dirico@tufts.edu.
Monday, September 14, 2026 – Friday, September 18, 2026.
For more info visit enroll.tufts.edu. Fast of Gedaliah
Multifaith Observances
(Judaism) Begins at dawn. A minor Jewish fast. Observances during this time may include fasting.
Event Type: Multifaith Observance.
Monday, September 14, 2026.
Ganesh Chaturthi
Multifaith Observances
(Hinduism) A celebration of Ganesh’s birthday, one of the major Hindu deities. Ganesh, who has the head of an elephant, is the God of Success and is invoked at the beginning of all new undertakings. Observances may include limits to participation in academics or work.
Event Type: Multifaith Observance.
Monday, September 14, 2026.
Das Laxana Festival
Multifaith Observances
(Jainism) In the Paryusana Festival of Jain Digumbar Sect, this is 10-day festival that is considered to be a holy convocation. During these days, Jains impose some restraints on their daily activities by fasting, meditation and prayer. The last day of Paryusana is the most solemn occasion of forgiveness and the examination of one's own thoughts and feelings. On this day, Jains ask for forgiveness from their relatives and friends for any offense they may have committed by deed, word or thought. Observances may include limits to participation in academics or work and may include fasting.
Event Type: Multifaith Observance.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 – Friday, September 25, 2026.
2026 Stanley N. Gershoff Memorial Lecture
11:30am – 12:00pm: Reception
12:00pm – 1:15pm: Lecture
1:15pm – 2:30pm: Lunch.
Join us in September for the annual Stanley N. Gershoff Memorial Lecture at the Friedman School. Rafael Perez-Escamilla, PhD, will deliver this year’s lecture. Dr. Perez-Escamilla is a Professor of Public Health, and Director of the Office of Public Health Practice, the Global Health Concentration, and the Maternal Child Health Promotion track at the Yale School of Public Health. All students, faculty, and staff are invited to attend.
Campus: Boston Health Sciences campus. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Faculty. Postdoctoral Fellows. Staff. Students (Graduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Lecture/Presentation/Seminar. Speaker Name: Rafael Perez-Escamilla, PhD. RSVP Information: https://rsvp.tufts.edu/kw8yxo. Event Contact Name: Nancy Mehegan. Event Contact Email: Nancy.Mehegan@Tufts.edu.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM.
Open House for Center for the Humanities at Tufts
Save the Date! CHAT is hosting its first Open House event on Wednesday, September 16, at 4 p.m. here at Fung House (48 Professors Row). This is a great chance to meet up with colleagues and friends from other departments. All staff, faculty, and fellows are welcome. New faculty are especially welcome.
For questions, contact humanities@tufts.edu.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Wheelchair Accessible: Yes. Open to Public: Yes. Primary Audience: Faculty. Postdoctoral Fellows. Staff. Students (Graduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Event Type: Information Session/Open House/Orientation. Event Subject: Arts. Humanities. Music. Research. Theater/Dance. RSVP Information: no rsvp required. Admission/Cost: free. Event Contact Name: Amanda Pepper. Event Contact Email: amanda.pepper@tufts.edu. Event Contact Phone: 2037639353.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit humanities.tufts.edu. Tufts Day of Service 2026
Register
Kick off the academic year by joining Tufts University's 4th annual Day of Service! Volunteers will meet promptly at the Gantcher Center by 1:00 p.m. for check-in, a brief speaking program and a group photo. All supplies and instructions will be provided. Participants are encouraged to bring a refillable water bottle and wear sneakers and Tufts gear. There will be snacks, water, raffle prizes from local businesses, and free t-shirts while supplies last. Tufts students, staff, faculty, alumni, friends and community members are encouraged to participate. Bring your friends for a fun volunteer opportunity! Interested in being a Team Leader at this event? Learn more and sign up.
Volunteers will walk between 10 - 20 minutes from the Gantcher Center to assigned service sites. The event will proceed rain or shine. Please dress accordingly.
Parking is available at 419 Boston Avenue/Dowling Hall Garage. This event is proudly sponsored by the Tisch College of Civic Life, the Office of Government &…
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Off-campus. Open to Public: Yes. Primary Audience: Alumni and Friends. Faculty. Students (Undergraduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Students (Graduate). Staff. Event Type: Community Engagement. RSVP Information: https://tufts.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_e5qBnlQ3K0kSOSW. Admission/Cost: Free.
Friday, September 18, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
For more info visit tufts.qualtrics.com. Yom Kippur
Multifaith Observances
(Judaism) Begins at sundown on the first day listed. Day of Atonement, the conclusion of the Ten Days of Awe, Yom Kippur is the holiest and most solemn of all days in the Jewish year. It is characterized by repentance, fasting, and forgiveness. Observances may include limits to participation in academics or work and may include fasting.
Event Type: Multifaith Observance.
Sunday, September 20, 2026 – Monday, September 21, 2026.
Mabon
Multifaith Observances
(Wicca/Paganism) Begins at sundown on the first day listed. Autumnal equinox and the second harvest festival, celebrating the equivalence of light and dark, the arrival of Autumn, and thanksgiving for the Earth's bounty.
Event Type: Multifaith Observance.
Tuesday, September 22, 2026.
Preserving Your Savings for Future Generations*
If you want to learn about the basics of estate planning: Get a general understanding of what assets are potentially taxable and how they might be distributed. Learn the importance of a living will and health care proxy, as well as the basics of trusts, gifting, and possible insurance replacement strategies.
Online Location Details: Registration Link: https://fmr.zoom.us/j/92015096862?pwd=95bnQMFkkasmVkZbbVMCGYwjCIV7v3.1. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Faculty. Staff. Postdoctoral Fellows. Event Type: Lecture/Presentation/Seminar. Event Subject: Financial Health. RSVP Information: https://fmr.zoom.us/j/92015096862?pwd=95bnQMFkkasmVkZbbVMCGYwjCIV7v3.1.
Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
U.S. Foreign Policy and the Separation of Powers
Over the past half-century, the balance of authority among Congress, the presidency, and the courts in U.S. foreign policy has evolved significantly. Across domains ranging from the use of military force to economic sanctions, trade restrictions, emergency authorities, intelligence activities, and security commitments, presidents now often initiate consequential policy with limited prior legislative authorization and varying degrees of judicial review.
Jointly organized by the Center for Expanding Viewpoints in Higher Education (CEVIHE) and the Institute for Global Leadership (IGL) at the Jonathan M. Tisch College of Civic Life at Tufts University, this conference examines how and why these patterns have developed and what they reveal about a constitutional system designed to divide authority in matters of high consequence.
Through a public opening panel discussion, two expert roundtables, and a keynote fireside conversation, the conference brings together scholars and practitioners from law, political…
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Conference/Panel Event/Symposium. Event Subject: International Affairs. Global Engagement.
Thursday, September 24, 2026, 6:00 PM – Friday, September 25, 2026, 4:30 PM.
For more info visit cevihe.org. Sukkot
Multifaith Observances
(Judaism) Begins at sundown on the first day listed. Also known as Feast of Booths. An eight-day Jewish festival of booths (or tabernacles) and the fall harvest. The name refers to the booths (sukkot) used by Israelites during desert wanderings and constructed in the fields during the harvest season. It is a time of thanksgiving for God's presence in creation and among the Jewish people. The Eighth Day (Shmini 'Atzeret) is considered both the end of Sukkot and a distinct festival. Observances may include limits to participation in academics or work.
Event Type: Multifaith Observance.
Friday, September 25, 2026 – Friday, October 2, 2026.
Seminar Series: Dr. Stephen Miller (Host: Prof. Krishna Kumar)
Fall 2026 Chemistry Department Seminar Series
Title: TBA.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Room P-106. Open to Public: No. Speaker Name: Dr. Stephen Miller - Genentech, Inc. Event Contact Name: Marianne O'Connell. Event Contact Email: marianne.o_connell@tufts.edu. Event Contact Phone: 6176272649.
Friday, September 25, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Arnold J. Kemp: Artist Lecture-Performance
Join Tufts University Art Galleries and the School of the Museum of Fine Arts (SMFA) at Tufts MFA Program for an artist lecture with Fall 2026 exhibiting artist Arnold J. Kemp. Arnold J. Kemp will reprise a 2023 performance lecture he developed after his first encounter with N. H. Pritchard’s poems in the Johnson Publishing Library, Chicago. Kemp will bring together recent scholarship and dynamic performance in honor of Pritchard’s innovative approach to poetry, sound, and visual art.
Norman Henry Pritchard (b. 1939, Manhattan, New York; d. 1996, Pennsylvania) was one of the most formally innovative poets of the 1960s and early 1970s. Affiliated with downtown literary and art circles, he was a member of Umbra, a collective of Black writers and musicians on the Lower East Side, and a regular at Greenwich Village’s Cedar Tavern. Pritchard published two collections of poetry in his lifetime (The Matrix, Poems: 1960–1970 (Doubleday, 1970), and Eecchhooeess (New York University Press, 1971), which were both…
Campus: Boston SMFA campus. Wheelchair Accessible: Yes. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Lecture/Presentation/Seminar. RSVP Information: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1988566252191?aff=oddtdtcreator.
Friday, September 25, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. TGE Education Abroad Fair
Tufts Global Education invites you to explore your many international opportunities at this year’s Education Abroad Fair. Representatives from many of our approved external programs, Tufts Programs Abroad (semester and short-term summer options), and other Tufts partners will be present and available to answer your questions and help you find the experience that best aligns with your academics and interests. This event will be of particular interest to first- and second-year students who wish to learn more about various semester and yearlong partners, but there is something for all class years and majors. Come check it out!
For more information on how to plan and prepare for an education abroad opportunity, visit the Education Abroad Overview page of our website!
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Alumnae Lounge. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Students (Undergraduate). Event Subject: Global Engagement. Event Contact Name: Tufts Global Education. Event Contact Email: globaleducation@tufts.edu.
Monday, September 28, 2026, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
[ENVS] Environmental Hub Annual Lunch
We're looking forward to gathering with the ENV Hub community to kick off the academic year, reconnect with colleagues and students, and enjoy lunch together.
We hope you'll be able to join us!
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Bromfield-Pearson Lawn. Wheelchair Accessible: Yes. Open to Public: No. Event Type: Community Engagement.
Monday, September 28, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM.
Shemini Atzeret
Multifaith Observances
(Judaism) Begins at sundown on the first day listed. Translates as "Eighth Day of the Assembly;" unclear purpose in the bible and has had many forms of celebration. Comes at the end of Sukkot and almost coincides with Simchat Torah. Observances may include limits to participation in academics or work.
Event Type: Multifaith Observance.
Friday, October 2, 2026 – Saturday, October 3, 2026.
Simchat Torah
Multifaith Observances
(Judaism) Begins at sundown on the first day listed. Translates as "Rejoicing of the Law." Joyous festival in which the annual cycle of the reading of the Torah in the synagogue is completed and its first book begun again. The celebration typically includes singing, dancing, and marching with Torah scrolls. Observances may include limits to participation in academics or work.
Event Type: Multifaith Observance.
Saturday, October 3, 2026 – Sunday, October 4, 2026.
Tufts Community Day
Join neighbors, families, and friends for Tufts Community Day on Sunday, October 4, 2026 from 11 a.m.–2 p.m. on the Academic Quad (labeled as "The Green" in Google maps) of the Medford/Somerville campus. Enjoy activities such as: Live performances: song, dance, music, and theater! , Children’s activities including, crafts, STEM, portrait artists, and lawn games , Medford and Somerville community groups and resources , Research projects by Tufts University faculty , Free raffle to local restaurants and small businesses , Free food and refreshments (while supplies last!)
All activities are free and open to the public.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Community Engagement. Event Subject: Community Celebration. Admission/Cost: Free. Event Contact Name: Leah Boudreau. Event Contact Email: leah.boudreau@tufts.edu. Event Contact Phone: 978-257-5066.
Sunday, October 4, 2026, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
For more info visit communityrelations.tufts.edu. Seminar Series: Prof. Fang Xu (Host: Prof. Charlie Sykes)
Fall 2026 Chemistry Department Seminar Series
Title: TBA.
Campus: Off-campus. Location Details: Room P-106. Open to Public: No. Speaker Name: Prof. Fang Xu - The University of Texas at San Antonio. Event Contact Name: Marianne O'Connell. Event Contact Email: marianne.o_connell@tufts.edu. Event Contact Phone: 6176272649.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Fresco in Mexico - Tufts SMFA Summer Program
The vibrant city of Oaxaca, Mexico awaits you this summer!
SMFA 194 - Special Topics: Fresco in Mexico takes students to Oaxaca, Mexico to study the history, techniques, and materials of fresco as practiced both locally and in the United States. Fresco, a painting method with a 3,500-year cross-cultural history, uses materials and chemistry found worldwide, yet each work reflects the stories and traditions of its culture. Students will explore Western, Nahuatl, Mixtec, and Zapotec approaches to fresco, while also observing how its materials are applied beyond art. The course offers a unique chance to create and experience fresco panels and murals as both an artistic tradition and a living part of everyday culture. This course is 4SHUs
Program Dates: May 17 – June 10, 2027
Application Deadline: Dec 1
Eligibility: 2.75 GPA and Good Standing. No prior Spanish language or art background is required. International travel to Mexico is a required component of this program.
Visit our program page for more…
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Dowling 730A. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Students (Undergraduate). Students (Graduate). Event Type: Information Session/Open House/Orientation. Event Subject: Global Engagement. Event Contact Name: Tufts Global Education. Event Contact Email: globaleducation@tufts.edu.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Jummah Prayers - Family and Friends Weekend
Office of Religious and Philosophical Life
All are welcome to come to pray or to simply observe and learn more about Muslim ritual practices. Lunch to follow. Sponsored by the Office of Religious and Philosophical Life.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Subject: Religion/Spirituality.
Friday, October 9, 2026, 1:15 PM – 2:00 PM.
Open Meditation - Family and Friends Weekend
Office of Religious and Philosophical Life
Join the Buddhist community at Tufts for meditation and light snacks. All are welcome, no experience needed. Sponsored by the Office of Religious and Philosophical Life.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Subject: Religion/Spirituality.
Friday, October 9, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Office of Religious and Philosophical Life - Family and Friends Weekend
Office of Religious and Philosophical Life
All are welcome to learn more about Tufts’ multifaith chaplains, programs, and spaces. Sponsored by the Office of Religious and Philosophical Life.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Subject: Religion/Spirituality.
Friday, October 9, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Chai and Samosa - Family and Friends Weekend
Office of Religious and Philosophical Life
All are welcome for chai and snacks with the Hindu community. Sponsored by the Office of Religious and Philosophical Life.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Subject: Religion/Spirituality.
Friday, October 9, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Come as You Are(n’t Sure) A Humanist Gathering Space - Family and Friends Weekend
Office of Religious and Philosophical Life
Join the Humanist Community at Tufts for a relaxed conversation for students and families about humanistic exploration at Tufts, featuring current student leaders sharing how they are nurturing meaning-making and building community on campus. Doubts welcome and questions encouraged. Snacks provided. Sponsored by the Office of Religious and Philosophical Life.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Subject: Religion/Spirituality.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
Navaratri
Multifaith Observances
(Hinduism) A nine-night (nav-rat) celebration of nine auspicious forms of Shakti/Devi (feminine divine power/the Goddess). Observances may include limits to participation in academics or work and may include fasting.
Event Type: Multifaith Observance.
Sunday, October 11, 2026 – Tuesday, October 20, 2026.
Open Choir Rehearsal - Family and Friends Weekend
Office of Religious and Philosophical Life
Open to all who wish to help lead music for our Sunday liturgy at Mass. All are welcome! Come to sing or play an instrument. Sponsored by the Office of Religious and Philosophical Life.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Subject: Religion/Spirituality.
Sunday, October 11, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Roman Catholic Mass - Family and Friends Weekend
Office of Religious and Philosophical Life
Please join us for our Spanish-English Bilingual Mass, which we celebrate every second Sunday of the month. All are welcome, and, as always, come as you are. Community dinner to follow. Sponsored by the Office of Religious and Philosophical Life.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Subject: Religion/Spirituality.
Sunday, October 11, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Protestant Evening Worship and Dinner Church - Family and Friends Weekend
Office of Religious and Philosophical Life
You are most welcome to join our weekly worship service (“PEW,” or Protestant Evening Worship). This weekend we will host our monthly “Dinner Church” version of PEW. We gather around one Jumbo-sized table for a meal, hymns, prayers, and a sermon by the Rev. Dan Bell, our Associate University Chaplain and Director of Protestant Life. We look forward to welcoming you and your students!
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Subject: Religion/Spirituality.
Sunday, October 11, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Ghambar Ayathrem
Multifaith Observances
(Zoroastrianism) Celebrates the creation of plants, the sowing of the winter crop, and the return of herds from pasture.
Event Type: Multifaith Observance.
Monday, October 12, 2026 – Friday, October 16, 2026.
Indigenous Peoples' Day
University Holidays
The university observes a holiday on this day.
Event Type: University Holiday.
Monday, October 12, 2026.
Fresco in Mexico - Tufts SMFA Summer Program
The vibrant city of Oaxaca, Mexico awaits you this summer!
SMFA 194 - Special Topics: Fresco in Mexico takes students to Oaxaca, Mexico to study the history, techniques, and materials of fresco as practiced both locally and in the United States. Fresco, a painting method with a 3,500-year cross-cultural history, uses materials and chemistry found worldwide, yet each work reflects the stories and traditions of its culture. Students will explore Western, Nahuatl, Mixtec, and Zapotec approaches to fresco, while also observing how its materials are applied beyond art. The course offers a unique chance to create and experience fresco panels and murals as both an artistic tradition and a living part of everyday culture. This course is 4SHUs
Program Dates: May 17 – June 10, 2027
Application Deadline: Dec 1
Eligibility: 2.75 GPA and Good Standing. No prior Spanish language or art background is required. International travel to Mexico is a required component of this program.
Visit our program page for more…
Campus: Boston SMFA campus. Location Details: SMFA - Room B201. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Students (Graduate). Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Information Session/Open House/Orientation. Event Subject: Global Engagement. Event Contact Name: Tufts Global Education. Event Contact Email: globaleducation@tufts.edu.
Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
How to Begin Investing for Retirement
Learn some key investing concepts, common asset classes, and different investment approaches for your workplace savings plan.
Online Location Details: Registration Link: https://fmr.zoom.us/j/91411614452?pwd=CbIOLiNK6faqRe4yKDH7Dovb9Z3q1y.1. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Faculty. Staff. Postdoctoral Fellows. Event Type: Lecture/Presentation/Seminar. Event Subject: Financial Health. RSVP Information: https://fmr.zoom.us/j/91411614452?pwd=CbIOLiNK6faqRe4yKDH7Dovb9Z3q1y.1.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Fresco in Mexico - Tufts SMFA Summer Program
The vibrant city of Oaxaca, Mexico awaits you this summer!
SMFA 194 - Special Topics: Fresco in Mexico takes students to Oaxaca, Mexico to study the history, techniques, and materials of fresco as practiced both locally and in the United States. Fresco, a painting method with a 3,500-year cross-cultural history, uses materials and chemistry found worldwide, yet each work reflects the stories and traditions of its culture. Students will explore Western, Nahuatl, Mixtec, and Zapotec approaches to fresco, while also observing how its materials are applied beyond art. The course offers a unique chance to create and experience fresco panels and murals as both an artistic tradition and a living part of everyday culture. This course is 4SHUs
Program Dates: May 17 – June 10, 2027
Application Deadline: Dec 1
Eligibility: 2.75 GPA and Good Standing. No prior Spanish language or art background is required. International travel to Mexico is a required component of this program.
Visit our program page for more…
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Dowling 730A. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Students (Graduate). Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Information Session/Open House/Orientation. Event Subject: Global Engagement. Event Contact Name: Tufts Global Education. Event Contact Email: globaleducation@tufts.edu.
Monday, October 19, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Dusserah (Vijaya Dashami)
Multifaith Observances
(Hinduism) A celebration of the triumph(s) of good over evil.
Event Type: Multifaith Observance.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026.
Installation of Granth Sahib Ji as Guru
Multifaith Observances
(Sikhism) This day celebrates Gobind Singh Ji's passing on guruship to Scripture, henceforth known as the Guru Granth Sahib.
Event Type: Multifaith Observance.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026.
Seminar Series: Prof. Brett VanVeller (Host: Prof. Krishna Kumar)
Fall 2026 Chemistry Department Seminar Series
Title: TBA.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Room P-106. Open to Public: No. Speaker Name: Prof. Brett VanVeller - Iowa State University. Event Contact Name: Marianne O'Connell. Event Contact Email: marianne.o_connell@tufts.edu. Event Contact Phone: 6176272649.
Wednesday, October 28, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Samhain
Multifaith Observances
(Wicca/Paganism) Begins at sundown on the first day listed. The New Year and the final harvest festival, celebrating the last gifts of the Earth before winter and the return of the spirits of the dead.
Event Type: Multifaith Observance.
Saturday, October 31, 2026 – Sunday, November 1, 2026.
All Saints’ Day
Multifaith Observances
(Christianity-Catholic and Protestant) All Saints' Day, also known as All Hallows' Day, the Feast of All Saints, the Feast of All Hallows, the Solemnity of All Saints, and Hallowmas, is a Christian solemnity celebrated in honor of all the saints of the church, whether they are known or unknown. Observances may include limits to participation in academics or work.
Event Type: Multifaith Observance.
Sunday, November 1, 2026.
All Souls' Day
Multifaith Observances
(Christianity-Catholic) All Souls' Day, also called The Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed, is a day of prayer and remembrance for the faithful departed, observed by certain Christian denominations on 2 November. Observances may include limits to participation in academics or work.
Event Type: Multifaith Observance.
Monday, November 2, 2026.
SYSTEMATIC REVIEW STANDARD AUTHOR TRAINING (November 5, 12, 19)
The Tufts University Affiliate of Cochrane US invites early-career researchers, graduate students, and healthcare professionals to join our intensive Cochrane Systematic Review Standard Author Training webinar series! This virtual training equips participants with comprehensive knowledge and hands-on skills to author high-quality systematic reviews following Cochrane standards.
Led by an expert interdisciplinary faculty, the program covers foundational topics including:Overview of The Cochrane Collaboration, Defining the PICO and review question, Systematic literature search and study selection, Critical appraisal and risk of bias, Data extraction, analysis, and interpretation, GRADE evidence and findings review, RevMan Software, Covidence, Rayyan and the use of AI in systematic reviews, Understand the application of these methods to their own research or professional practice across various sectors. Connect with peers and experts
Participants will engage in small group exercises on title registration and…
Online Location Details: Zoom link is provided upon registration. Open to Public: Yes. Primary Audience: Faculty. Interns and Residents. Postdoctoral Fellows. Staff. Students (Graduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Training/Workshop. Event Subject: Research. RSVP Information: https://secure.touchnet.net/C21525_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=3302&FROMQRCODE=true. Admission/Cost: $50 for Students | $400 for Faculty. Event Contact Name: Shayesteh Jahanfar. Event Contact Email: Shayesteh.Jahanfar@tufts.edu.
Thursday, November 5, 2026.
For more info visit secure.touchnet.net. Diwali (Dipavali)
Multifaith Observances
(Hinduism) Perhaps the most popular of all Hindu festivals, also known as the Festival of Lights, it is dedicated to the goddess Kali in Bengal and to Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth, in the rest of India. As with several other festivals, Diwali is associated with one of the stories about the destruction of evil by Vishnu in one of his many manifestations. Observances may include limits to participation in academics or work.
Event Type: Multifaith Observance.
Sunday, November 8, 2026 – Monday, November 9, 2026.
Sigd
Multifaith Observances
(Judaism) Begins at sundown on the first day listed. Celebrated 50 days after Yom Kippur, especially in Ethiopian Jewish communities.
Event Type: Multifaith Observance.
Sunday, November 8, 2026 – Monday, November 9, 2026.
Spotlight Talks | Dina Deitsch & Darin Murphy
Join us on the final day of SMFA at 150: Looking Back for a tour of the exhibition with SMFA Librarian Darin Murphy and former TUAG director and Ruth Gordon Shapiro ‘37 Director of the Davis Museum Dina Deitsch. The co-curators will share stories from the early, foundational days of the art school: from its various architectural homes to the 1980s atrium expansion, and the communities.
Campus: Boston SMFA campus. Location Details: Join us on the final day of SMFA at 150: Looking Back for a tour of the exhibition with SMFA Librarian Darin Murphy and former TUAG director and Ruth Gordon Shapiro ‘37 Director of the Davis Museum Dina Deitsch. The co-curators will share stories from the early, foundational days of the art school: from its various architectural homes to the 1980s atrium expansion, and the communities, performances, and actions that developed in those spaces. Wheelchair Accessible: Yes. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Community Engagement. RSVP Information: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/smfa-150-looking-back-spotlight-talks-dina-deitsch-darin-murphy-tickets-1991792812921.
Sunday, November 8, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
For more info visit artgalleries.tufts.edu.