Civilian Response to Active Shooter Training
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This training course is designed to provide tools and techniques on how to react to an active shooter/active threat. This training expands upon information found in the Tufts University Emergency Response Guide. This platform is modeled around the Avoid, Deny, Defend response to an active shooter.
Avoid: Trust your instincts and don’t delay. Get away as quickly as possible. Deny: If you can’t flee, obstruct or deny the active shooter access to your area. Defend: If all else fails… fight as a last resort and only when your life is in imminent danger.
Campus: Grafton campus. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Faculty. Staff. Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Training/Workshop. Event Subject: Health/Wellness. RSVP Information: Register via Tufts Learning Center. Event Contact Email: ready@tufts.edu.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
For more info visit emergency.tufts.edu. Civilian Response to Active Shooter Training
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This training course is designed to provide tools and techniques on how to react to an active shooter/active threat. This training expands upon information found in the Tufts University Emergency Response Guide. This platform is modeled around the Avoid, Deny, Defend response to an active shooter.
Avoid: Trust your instincts and don’t delay. Get away as quickly as possible. Deny: If you can’t flee, obstruct or deny the active shooter access to your area. Defend: If all else fails… fight as a last resort and only when your life is in imminent danger.
Online Location Details: https://tufts.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_bMrknj6sQDS3vpTWmJU9kQ#/registration. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Faculty. Staff. Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Training/Workshop. Event Subject: Health/Wellness. RSVP Information: Register via Tufts Learning Center. Event Contact Email: ready@tufts.edu.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
For more info visit emergency.tufts.edu. Upcoming Webinar Featuring Carlos Alvarado Quesada | Fletcher Office of Strategic Partnerships
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In this talk, Carlos Alvarado Quesada, who served as the 48th President of the Republic of Costa Rica, explores the evolving narratives of climate change and decarbonization, from their initial theory of change, focused on reducing emissions, toward a broader vision of social well-being, economic opportunity, and sustainable development.
Drawing on his experience in public leadership, he reflects on how people-centered climate policies can improve lives while fostering a more balanced relationship between humanity and nature.
Visit this link to register!
Online Location Details: https://tufts.zoom.us/webinar/register/9217908752540/WN_aGPyGjWhQEuzOvzCCWihYA. Open to Public: Yes. Primary Audience: Alumni and Friends. Faculty. Interns and Residents. Postdoctoral Fellows. Staff. Students (Graduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Lecture/Presentation/Seminar. Event Subject: Education. Global Engagement. International Affairs. Politics/Policy/Law. Public Service/Government. Sustainability/Climate. Speaker Name: Carlos Alvarado Quesada. Event Contact Email: fletcherexeced@tufts.edu.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
For more info visit tufts.zoom.us. The Presidency Unbound? The Evolution of Emergency Presidential Power & the Rise of Authoritarianism
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As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, how has presidential power evolved in the United States since the Constitution was enacted? The appropriate use of and limits on emergency presidential power have become the topic of much heated debate in our current political context. But how did the framers of the Constitution intend to balance emergency powers with limits, and how and why has this balance eroded over time? Join a conversation with Professor Chris Edelson on executive authority, the rise of authoritarianism and what’s at stake for American democracy.
About the Speaker
Professor Chris Edelson is a constitutional scholar and a lecturer in the political science department at UMass Amherst. His work focuses on the problem of constitutional failure, the question of balancing presidential power against limits on power, and the need to hold authoritarians accountable for abuses of power. Before…
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Room 104, Barnum Hall. Wheelchair Accessible: Yes. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Lecture/Presentation/Seminar. Admission/Cost: Free.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Politics and Culture from All Sides: The Dream of Settling Mars
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Why does settling Mars still capture our imagination?
Hosted by the Center for Expanding Viewpoints in Higher Education (CEVIHE) at Tufts University, this weekly series invites Tufts faculty, students, and staff to explore politics and culture by reading controversial books and articles, engaging with faculty discussants and guest speakers, and discussing sensitive political, economic, and social issues with depth, humility, and courage. Each week, participants will encounter sophisticated arguments associated with a diversity of ideological, religious, and cultural worldviews. Lunch will be provided. Please see the workshop schedule here for more details, and please contact us if you want to participate so we can add you to the Canvas site.
Reading: Henry Wismayer. “The Mars Delusion.” Noema, June 18, 2026
Discussant: Professor Danilo Marchesini, Department of Physics and Astronomy, .
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Eaton Hall, Room 201. Wheelchair Accessible: Yes. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Faculty. Postdoctoral Fellows. Staff. Students (Graduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Lecture/Presentation/Seminar. Event Subject: Politics/Policy/Law. Humanities. Public Service/Government. RSVP Information: expandingviewpoints@tufts.edu. Event Contact Name: Arik Burakovsky. Event Contact Email: Arik.Burakovsky@tufts.edu.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
For more info visit expandingviewpoints.tufts.edu. A Journey Home with the Khmer Urban Ballet
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In this original creation, the Khmer Urban Ballet retells the journey of a Cambodian-American family navigating intergenerational trauma as refugees and descendants of refugees, and the will to survive as a family torn apart by deportation. Through a series of seven poetic scenes bringing together traditional and contemporary music, dancers draw from lived experiences and memories to invite audiences to reflect on the fractures caused by forced displacement while shining light on the emotional complexity of migration, resilience, and healing. The 45-min performance will be followed by Q&A with the artists.
Room: Distler Performance Hall. Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Performance. Admission/Cost: Free; no tickets required. Event Contact Name: Anna Griffis. Event Contact Email: anna.griffis@tufts.edu.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 1:30 PM.
Mentor Space: A Series on Enhancing Your Skills as a Mentor [Postdocs]
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October 14, 21, and 28, 2026
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Medford Campus (in-person)
Join us for Mentor Space: A Workshop Series on Enhancing Your Skills as a Mentor. This program is designed for postdocs who mentor graduate students, undergraduates, and lab members. Based on the evidence-based CIMER curriculum, this series will address different aspects of faculty mentoring including a) clarifying the role of a mentor, b) strategies for mentoring across differences, and c) communication and articulating your mentoring philosophy. For questions, please contact Gabriela E. Vargas, faculty@tufts.edu, assistant provost for faculty development, or or Jennifer Castro, diversity@tufts.edu, assistant provost for developing people and leaders.
To participate in this program we ask that you attend all sessions: October 14: Understanding the Role of a Faculty Mentor, October 21: Mentoring Across Difference, October 28: Communication and Articulating Your Mentoring Philosophy, Co-sponsored by the Vice Provost Offices of…
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Building details will be shared upon registration. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Postdoctoral Fellows. Event Type: Training/Workshop. RSVP Information: https://forms.gle/2C7Z9VKRGWxfT4CY6. Event Contact Name: Jennifer Castro. Event Contact Email: jennifer.castro@tufts.edu.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
For more info visit forms.gle. Mentor Space
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The Mentor Space program is designed to foster meaningful mentorship, professional growth, and community among participants at different stages of their academic careers. Through a structured series of workshops, peer engagement opportunities, and guided reflections, participants will strengthen their mentoring skills, expand their professional networks, and engage in intentional career development. This track is designed for postdoctoral scholars who actively mentor graduate students, undergraduates, and lab members and are looking to strengthen their mentoring practices.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Haymon Board Room, TTC, 200 College Ave, Medford. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Students (Postdoctoral). Event Type: Training/Workshop. Event Subject: Career Development. RSVP Information: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSddNureq72yEB7YWoWp7rA2Hk8iKDLLelcIUSV_fpkY-taOjA/viewform. Event Contact Name: Susan Frick. Event Contact Email: susan.frick@tufts.edu. Event Contact Phone: 617-627-4955.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
For more info visit docs.google.com. Tufts in Beijing: Info Session
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The Chinese Program and Tufts Global Education (TGE) will be hosting an information session on the semester long Tufts in Beijing program. Please sign up to attend this session in order to learn more about the program from the faculty director, TGE staff, and program alumni.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Laminan Lounge, Olin Center. Open to Public: No.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
How to Survive Authoritarianism: A Russian's Phrasebook for Everyday Life in America
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Please join us for a discussion with journalists Maria Kuznetsova and Dan Storyev for a discussion on their new book, titled “How to Survive Authoritarianism: A Russian's Phrasebook for Everyday Life in America” (Liveright, 2026). The event will be held on Wednesday, October 21 at 6:00 PM in the Crowe Room, Goddard Hall 310.
“The indispensable lexicon you need to face authoritarianism—from the country that’s been surviving it for centuries.
America is not the first country to experience the stirring of tyranny; in Russia, it has been the law of the land for generations. Over the years, a vernacular of double-speak emerged, one that helped ordinary people make sense of how illiberalism takes shape and makes itself felt in daily life. It allowed them to talk about authoritarianism and to subvert it—with a healthy dose of humor and irony along the way.
In this edifying yet lighthearted glossary, two exiled dissidents share one hundred Russian idioms and turns of phrase, from “apparatchik” to “samizdat.”…
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Crowe Room, Goddard Hall 310. Open to Public: Yes. RSVP Information: https://tufts.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6o2LCGVrhpnCCKa.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM.
Dialogue in the Workplace: Making Space for Complexity Across Difference
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Please join the Office of the Vice Provost for Institutional Inclusive Excellence for Dialogue in the Workplace this semester! This is a unique opportunity for staff and faculty to come together to share perspectives on realities of the workplace. Through a lens of inclusive excellence, we will explore topics meant to foster authentic relationships, engagement, and belonging. No prior experience or preparation needed. Please join us to share your perspectives, listen across difference, and connect with colleagues!
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Chase Center, 200 Packard Avenue. Wheelchair Accessible: Yes. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Faculty. Staff. Event Type: Training/Workshop. Event Subject: Diversity/Identity/Inclusive Excellence. Tufts Talks Openly. RSVP Information: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdqD3N5tmywI6a57vnj87J6NnbmGd7dMkvQNyhNobnPPKCSYQ/viewform?usp=header. Event Contact Name: Naomi Boase. Event Contact Email: naomi.boase@tufts.edu.
Thursday, October 22, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
For more info visit docs.google.com. Dialogue in the Workplace: Making Space for Complexity Across Difference
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Please join the Office of the Vice Provost for Institutional Inclusive Excellence for “Dialogue in the Workplace” this semester! This is a unique opportunity for staff and faculty to come together to share perspectives on realities of the workplace. Through a lens of inclusive excellence, we will explore topics meant to foster authentic relationships, engagement, and belonging. No prior experience or preparation needed. Please join us to share your perspectives, listen across difference, and connect with colleagues!
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Chase Center, 200 Packard Avenue. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Staff. Faculty. Event Type: Training/Workshop. Event Subject: Diversity/Identity/Inclusive Excellence. Tufts Talks Openly. RSVP Information: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdqD3N5tmywI6a57vnj87J6NnbmGd7dMkvQNyhNobnPPKCSYQ/viewform?usp=header. Event Contact Name: Naomi Boase. Event Contact Email: naomi.boase@tufts.edu.
Thursday, October 22, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
For more info visit docs.google.com. How to Not Let Things Disappear from the Internet: Web Archive Them!
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The Internet is ephemeral and content can easily disappear, but you can make a difference by preserving the things you care about. In this workshop, we'll look at several existing web archiving projects, you'll be introduced to simple browser-based tools (Wayback Machine and Archive Webpage) and best practices to get you started archiving online content.
No prior experience is required. Bring your laptop for use during the workshop.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Digital Design Studio, third floor. Wheelchair Accessible: Yes. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Training/Workshop. Speaker Name: Anna Kijas. RSVP Information: https://tufts.libcal.com/event/17537781. Event Contact Name: Anna Kijas. Event Contact Email: anna.kijas@tufts.edu.
Thursday, October 22, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit tufts.libcal.com. [ENVS] Community-based scaling for innovations in sustainability
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Society currently faces many, interconnected and accelerating sustainability challenges. We also have many innovative solutions that, if rapidly scaled, could help address these challenges. But most solutions do not scale or, if they do, only do so at rates that cannot keep up with intensifying problems. What if scaling could be accelerated through strategies that work? We’ll use an interactive, dynamic model of community-based scaling approaches to explore when this strategy is needed, how it works, and why it can be far more effective than outreach, advertising, or word-of-mouth scaling approaches. We’ll explore how community-based scaling has been used to innovations in sustainability education, regenerative agriculture, and political movements. The model and its initial application are described by Rooney-Varga et al. (2024).
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Curtis Hall Multipurpose Room,
474 Boston Avenue. Open to Public: Yes. Speaker Name: Dr. Juliette Rooney-Varga, Professor of Environmental Science at the University of Massachusetts Lowell. RSVP Information: https://tufts.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_kO3UQ0X_QG-ejmHY4_vSyw.
Thursday, October 22, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit as.tufts.edu. Guided Writing Practice for International and Multilingual Graduate Students
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Guided Writing Practice for International and Multilingual Graduate Students, Thursdays, 1:30pm – 2:45pm (Thursday, September 17 through Thursday, November 19)
Multilingual and international graduate students: join us for a low-stress weekly writing practice! Each week we will write together, try out new writing skills, explore your writing questions, and discuss our experiences as writers. Build your confidence in writing in English through regular, informal practice in a supportive and fun environment. Meets weekly through mid-semester.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Register via https://tutorfinder.studentservices.tufts.edu/workshops. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Students (Graduate). Event Type: Training/Workshop. RSVP Information: https://tutorfinder.studentservices.tufts.edu/workshops.
Thursday, October 22, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:45 PM.
Maker Workshop: DIY Air Quality Monitors
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What's in the air you're breathing right now?
Join the Local Haze team at the Nolop FAST Facility Makerspace to learn how to build a device that answers that question. We’ll start with a short talk on why air quality matters, then look at the options for measuring it and the designs and kits available for building a low-cost monitor. Then we’ll demonstrate how to assemble an AirGradient Open Air Monitor Kit, followed by discussion and pizza.
Open to Tufts students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds; no prior electronic or environmental science experience required.
About Karen Donoghue
Karen Donoghue, a Tufts alumna and Jumbopreneur, is an expert product designer, strategist, author, and entrepreneur. She is founder and principal of HumanLogic, a boutique product design consultancy specializing in early-stage product strategy and de-risking complex technical systems. Karen also releases her own mobile products, most recently Local Haze, an iPhone app for monitoring local air quality that crowdsources…
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Tufts University School of Engineering, Nolop FAST Facility
200 College Ave. Medford, MA 02155. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Alumni and Friends. Faculty. Interns and Residents. Postdoctoral Fellows. Staff. Students (Graduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Community Engagement. Lecture/Presentation/Seminar. Event Subject: Engineering/Technology. Innovation. Sustainability/Climate. Speaker Name: Karen Donoghue and Craig Newell. RSVP Information: https://derbyecenter.tufts.edu/event/maker-localhaze/. Admission/Cost: Free. Event Contact Name: Karen Donoghue. Event Contact Email: karen.donoghue@tufts.edu.
Thursday, October 22, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
For more info visit derbyecenter.tufts.edu. Solomont Speaker Series: Can We Trust Our Elections?
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Register
How safe are our elections, really? With only two weeks before the midterm elections, join a virtual conversation on election security, state vs. federal power, voter protections, misinformation and election preparedness! Hear about what’s happening on the ground to ensure every vote—and every voter—counts. The conversation will feature Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon, A92 (D) and Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate (R), and will be moderated by Leela Strong, Newhouse Director of CIRCLE (Center for Information & Research on Civic Learning and Engagement) at Tisch College.
This event is sponsored by Tisch College and CIRCLE. Learn more about Secretary Steve Simon and Secretary Paul Pate.
Registration required. This is a virtual event. .
Online Location Details: https://tufts.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_R_R0zzSpRpSdZI2imbddBQ. Open to Public: Yes. Primary Audience: Alumni and Friends. Faculty. Interns and Residents. Parents. Postdoctoral Fellows. Staff. Students (Graduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Conference/Panel Event/Symposium. Event Subject: Elections. Politics/Policy/Law. Public Service/Government. RSVP Information: https://tufts.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_R_R0zzSpRpSdZI2imbddBQ. Admission/Cost: Free.
Thursday, October 22, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
AS&E Graduate Admissions Open House
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Join us on campus for the Fall Open House for graduate programs within the School of Engineering and the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, including the School of the Museum of Fine Arts. This is your chance to explore Tufts in person, meet the people behind your program of interest, and get your questions answered before you apply. Register for the Fall Open House.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Admissions. Information Session/Open House/Orientation. Event Subject: Science. Arts. Engineering/Technology. Humanities. Event Contact Name: Office of Graduate Admissions. Event Contact Email: gradadmissions@tufts.edu. Event Contact Phone: 617-627-3395.
Thursday, October 22, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
For more info visit gradase.admissions.tufts.edu. Writer's Block - StAAR Center Weekly Programs and Accountability Groups
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Writing a dissertation, thesis, capstone, or QP? Just want to co-work with other graduate students? Join us for Writers Block! Writers Block is a weekly, 3-hour writing accountability group for graduate students, providing dedicated time to help you build a regular writing habit into your schedule. Designed for those writing long projects such as theses and dissertations, but open to any graduate student looking for a co-working group.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Register through TutorFinder - Tutor Finder. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Students (Graduate).
Friday, October 23, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
For more info visit tutorfinder.studentservices.tufts.edu. Digital Scholarship Conversations: Sonic Studies
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Digital Scholarship Conversations series is hosted by Tisch Library. Each conversation will focus on a different topic, helping us share ideas and build community around the intersection of digital technology and our research and teaching. View a listing of past topics and speakers.
Title: Sonic Studies
Description: Sound is a powerful medium for sharing and communicating information. This event invites two faculty members, Riccardo Gianconni and Noel Heim, into conversation to briefly share how they each incorporate sound in their courses. Ranging from podcasts and field recordings to music and sound art, each guest's approach offers unique insight into the affordances of engaging with sound as a medium for learning and making sense of our world.
About the speakers
Noel Heim is an Associate Teaching Professor of Earth and Climate Sciences interested in reconstructing the history of Earth's marine biosphere, including ongoing Anthropogenic change.
Riccardo Giacconi is Assistant Professor of the Professor…
Online Location Details: Register for Zoom link. Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Digital Design Studio, level 3. Wheelchair Accessible: Yes. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Lecture/Presentation/Seminar. Speaker Name: Noel Heim, Riccardo Giacconi. RSVP Information: https://tufts.libcal.com/event/17559836. Event Contact Name: Anna Kijas. Event Contact Email: anna.kijas@tufts.edu.
Friday, October 23, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit tufts.libcal.com. Sunday Concert Series: Around the World on 88 Keys with Thomas Stumpf
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A piano recital celebrating Granoff's 20th anniversary with works by diverse composers from six continents, alongside pieces by Tufts composers past and present.
Room: Distler Performance Hall. Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Performance. Admission/Cost: Free; no tickets required. Event Contact Name: Anna Griffis. Event Contact Email: anna.griffis@tufts.edu.
Sunday, October 25, 2026, 3:00 PM.
HNRCA Monday Seminar Series
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The Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging at Tufts University hosts virtual seminars on a variety of topics at the intersection of aging and nutrition research. Talks are held each Monday at noon EST via Zoom (except holidays) and last about an hour, including Q&A. They are open to all and are attended by a diverse audience, including scientists/faculty, students, and trainees.
Online Location Details: https://tufts.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-KRoLBZURHCZCBvSVyKOYA#/registration. Open to Public: Yes. Primary Audience: Alumni and Friends. Faculty. Postdoctoral Fellows. Staff. Students (Graduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Students (Undergraduate). Interns and Residents. Parents. Event Type: Lecture/Presentation/Seminar. Event Subject: Science. RSVP Information: https://hnrca.tufts.edu/seminars/monday-seminar-series. Admission/Cost: Free. Event Contact Name: Andrea O'Neill. Event Contact Email: andrea.oneill@tufts.edu.
Monday, October 26, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit hnrca.tufts.edu. Professional Development Workshop: Building Confidence as a Public Speaker
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In this workshop, students will learn essential tips to improve communication skills. First, we begin by exploring the factors that may hamper our ability to speak confidently. We then practice grounding techniques and organizational strategies to clearly express ideas in an authentic voice. This workshop is perfect if you are looking to develop greater presence when presenting, or when you are reluctant to speak up in class.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Register via TutorFinder - https://tutorfinder.studentservices.tufts.edu/workshops. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Students (Graduate). Event Type: Training/Workshop. RSVP Information: https://tutorfinder.studentservices.tufts.edu/workshops.
Monday, October 26, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit tutorfinder.studentservices.tufts.edu. Tufts in Oxford: Info Session
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Learn about Tufts in Oxford from the program director and Tufts Global Education staff. Food will be served. Please RSVP by clicking "sign up".
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: 740P Milmore Room, Dowling Hall. Open to Public: No.
Monday, October 26, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Tufts in Paris: Summer Info Session
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Join us Monday, October 26 from 12-1pm in Dowling Hall room 730A to learn about this summer opportunity in Paris! Please sign up by clicking RSVP below.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: 730A Dowling Hall. Open to Public: No.
Monday, October 26, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Granoff Music Center Colloquium: The “Making Of” the Perry and Marty Granoff Music Center
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A Behind-the-Scenes Special Colloquium starring Profs. Jane Bernstein, David Locke, Janet Schmalfeldt, Jeffrey Summit, along with Jamshed Bharucha, former Provost at Tufts and founding vice chancellor emeritus of Sai University, Chenna and Larry Bacow, former President of Tufts and Harvard Universities. This will be coordinated with a Lilly Music Library Exhibit (physical and online) on the building design and construction.
Room: Varis Lecture Hall. Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Performance. Admission/Cost: Free; no tickets required. Event Contact Name: Anna Griffis. Event Contact Email: anna.griffis@tufts.edu.
Monday, October 26, 2026, 12:00 PM.
Tufts in Hong Kong: Info Session
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Learn about Tufts in Hong Kong from the program director and Tufts Global Education staff. Food will be served. Please RSVP by clicking "sign up".
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: 740P Milmore Room, Dowling Hall. Open to Public: No.
Monday, October 26, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Tufts in Chile: Info Session
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Learn about Tufts in Chile from the program director and Tufts Global Education staff. Food will be served. Please RSVP by clicking "sign up".
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: 740P Milmore Room, Dowling Hall. Open to Public: No.
Monday, October 26, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Dialogue in the Workplace: Making Space for Complexity Across Difference
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Please join the Office of the Vice Provost for Institutional Inclusive Excellence for Dialogue in the Workplace this semester! This is a unique opportunity for staff and faculty to come together to share perspectives on realities of the workplace. Through a lens of inclusive excellence, we will explore topics meant to foster authentic relationships, engagement, and belonging. No prior experience or preparation needed. Please join us to share your perspectives, listen across difference, and connect with colleagues!
Campus: Boston Health Sciences campus. Location Details: Medical Education Building West Room 114. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Faculty. Staff. Event Type: Training/Workshop. Event Subject: Diversity/Identity/Inclusive Excellence. Tufts Talks Openly. RSVP Information: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdqD3N5tmywI6a57vnj87J6NnbmGd7dMkvQNyhNobnPPKCSYQ/viewform?usp=header. Event Contact Name: Naomi Boase. Event Contact Email: naomi.boase@tufts.edu.
Tuesday, October 27, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
For more info visit docs.google.com. Dialogue in the Workplace: Navigating Change
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Please join the Office of the Vice Provost for Institutional Inclusive Excellence for “Dialogue in the Workplace” this semester! This is a unique opportunity for staff and faculty to come together to share perspectives on realities of the workplace. Through a lens of inclusive excellence, we will explore topics meant to foster authentic relationships, engagement, and belonging. No prior experience or preparation needed. Please join us to share your perspectives, listen across difference, and connect with colleagues. Lunch will be served!
Campus: Boston Health Sciences campus. Location Details: Medical Education Building West Room 114. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Staff. Faculty. Event Type: Training/Workshop. Event Subject: Diversity/Identity/Inclusive Excellence. Tufts Talks Openly. RSVP Information: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdqD3N5tmywI6a57vnj87J6NnbmGd7dMkvQNyhNobnPPKCSYQ/viewform?usp=header. Event Contact Name: Naomi Boase. Event Contact Email: naomi.boase@tufts.edu.
Tuesday, October 27, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
For more info visit docs.google.com. CPR/AED Training
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This training course for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/Automated External Defibrillators (AED) is designed to teach the lifesaving skills necessary to help a friend, family member, neighbor, and all community members in need. This is an instructor-led course that teaches adult, child, and infant CPR. Additionally, the course will teach the use of Automated External Defibrillators (AED).
This class is open to Tufts University students, faculty, and staff and is limited to 20 students per session.
Campus: Boston SMFA campus. Location Details: Room B311. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Faculty. Staff. Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Training/Workshop. Event Subject: Health/Wellness. RSVP Information: Register via Tufts Learning Center. Event Contact Email: ready@tufts.edu.
Tuesday, October 27, 2026, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
For more info visit emergency.tufts.edu. Tufts in Chile Summer Program: Info Session
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Learn about this 4-week summer opportunity to study public health in Santiago, Chile! No previous Spanish experience required. Pizza will be served!
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Room 730A. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Information Session/Open House/Orientation. Event Subject: Global Engagement. Education. RSVP Information: Please RSVP for food-ordering purposes. Event Contact Email: globaleducation@tufts.edu.
Tuesday, October 27, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Tufts in London: Info Session
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Learn about Tufts in London from the program director and Tufts Global Education staff. Food will be served. Please RSVP by clicking "sign up".
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: 740P Milmore Room, Dowling Hall. Open to Public: No.
Tuesday, October 27, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
English Conversation Circles - StAAR Center Weekly Programs and Accountability Groups
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Multilingual and international graduate students: join us for facilitated small-group conversation intended to increase fluency and confidence in spoken English. Meet other graduate students for conversation in a low-stress environment!
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Register through TutorFinder - Tutor Finder. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Students (Graduate).
Tuesday, October 27, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Tufts in Tübingen: Info Session
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Learn about Tufts in Tübingen from the program director and Tufts Global Education staff. Food will be served. Please RSVP by clicking "sign up".
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: 701A. Open to Public: No.
Tuesday, October 27, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
FMS Open House and Pitch Party!
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For all film and media faculty, staff and students - current and curious! Learn about the FMS program, courses, internships, upcoming events, and more! Hear about upcoming production opportunities - including Senior Thesis students pitching their film projects and recruiting crew, Meet fellow students and potential collaborators, Open to all majors and levels of experience and all media interests.
Pizza and dessert will be served.
Email gina.oconnor@tufts.edu for specifc food allergies and/or general questions.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Barnum LL26, FMS Seminar Room. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Information Session/Open House/Orientation. Event Subject: Arts. RSVP Information: No RSVP Required. Admission/Cost: Free. Event Contact Name: Gina O'Connor. Event Contact Email: gina.oconnor@tufts.edu.
Tuesday, October 27, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Tufts in Hong Kong: Summer Info Session
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Join us Tuesday, October 27 from 6:30-7:30pm in Dowling Hall room 740P (Milmore Room) to learn about this summer opportunity in Hong Kong! Please sign up by clicking RSVP below.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: 740P Milmore Room. Open to Public: No.
Tuesday, October 27, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Tufts in Madrid: Info Session
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Learn about Tufts in Madrid from the program director and Tufts Global Education staff. Food will be served. Please RSVP by clicking "sign up".
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Alumnae Lounge (40 Talbot Ave). Open to Public: No.
Tuesday, October 27, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Tufts English Society: Ghost Slam Open Mic
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Boo! Celebrate the Spooky Season with the Tufts English Society Ghost Slam Open Mic! Swing by for some haunting tales and stick around for the tasty fall-themed treats! We hope to see you there!
Room: Crane Room. Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Students (Undergraduate).
Tuesday, October 27, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
4th Annual Food is Medicine National Summit
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The Food is Medicine Summit is a premier national event designed to highlight and advance the Food is Medicine movement. This annual gathering provides a unique platform to share the latest evidence, assess progress, and align on priorities across policy, practice, and research in Food is Medicine.
Day 1 (October 28) will be livestreamed and is free and open to all.
Due to limited space, in-person attendance on both Day 1 and Day 2 is by invitation only. Pre-registration is required to attend in person
Time:
October 28, 9:45–5:00 PM
October 29, 8:00–3:00 PM.
Online Location Details: Zoom. Campus: Boston Health Sciences campus. Location Details: In-person and online
Friedman School & Courtyard Marriott Downtown – registration is required for in-person attendance. To request a registration code for in-person attendance, please email foodismedicine@tufts.edu. Online registration is free. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Conference/Panel Event/Symposium. Event Subject: Science. Politics/Policy/Law. Medicine. Health/Wellness. RSVP Information: https://fimsummit.tufts.edu/food-is-medicine-national-summit/register/. Event Contact Name: Julia Reedy. Event Contact Email: julia.reedy@tufts.edu.
Wednesday, October 28, 2026 – Thursday, October 29, 2026.
For more info visit fimsummit.tufts.edu. Light Up Your Art: Intro to Paper Circuits
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Learn about circuits by creating light-up artwork with paper and copper tape!
About this event
This workshop is part of the series A Tool is an Extension of the Hand: Exploring Technology through Drawing. The series, along with the physical exhibit on the third floor of Tisch Library, uses drawing as a starting point to learn about and reflect on technology. This workshop series is a collaboration between the Digital Design Studio at Tisch Library and the Center for Engineering Education and Outreach. Our goal is to find ways to engage students at the intersection of engineering and creative multimedia methods. Have an idea for a workshop or event? Get in touch with us at tischdds@tufts.edu!
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Digital Design Studio, room 303 on the third floor of Tisch Library. Wheelchair Accessible: Yes. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Students (Graduate). Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Training/Workshop. Event Subject: Arts. Education. RSVP Information: https://tufts.libcal.com/event/17642281. Event Contact Name: Kimberly Forero-Arnias. Event Contact Email: kimberly.forero@tufts.edu.
Wednesday, October 28, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Professional Development Workshop: So Many Ideas: How a fresh look at organization can help you build the structure you crave
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Cognitive overwhelm is a common experience that can lead you down rabbit holes or stop you dead in your tracks. You may have tried templates and other organizers, but they often don't feel like they're what you need. This presentation offers a different approach to getting organized, showing that organization is a learnable skill, built on a critical, often overlooked organizational concept: the organizing principle. Come to learn how this conceptual linchpin works, and how naming it could change the way you approach everything from your literature review to your manuscripts.
Participants will be able to:Recognize information overload as the result of a missing and learnable organizational concept (i.e. the Method of Organization) rather than a personal failing, Recognize the five key components of a complete organizational structure, Understand that both top-down and bottom-up approaches to organization are valid, See the Method of Organization at work in relatable academic situations and consider how it…
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Workshop location will be shared with registrants. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Students (Graduate). Event Type: Training/Workshop. Speaker Name: Kim Stewart, MS, CCC-SLP. Event Contact Email: gsas@tufts.edu.
Wednesday, October 28, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Politics and Culture from All Sides: LGBTQ Identity Across Generations
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What explains generational differences in LGBTQ identification?
Hosted by the Center for Expanding Viewpoints in Higher Education (CEVIHE) at Tufts University, this weekly series invites Tufts faculty, students, and staff to explore politics and culture by reading controversial books and articles, engaging with faculty discussants and guest speakers, and discussing sensitive political, economic, and social issues with depth, humility, and courage. Each week, participants will encounter sophisticated arguments associated with a diversity of ideological, religious, and cultural worldviews. Lunch will be provided. Please see the workshop schedule here for more details, and please contact us if you want to participate so we can add you to the Canvas site.
Reading: Daniel A. Cox, Jae Grace, and Avery Shields. “What’s Behind the Rapid Rise in LGBTQ Identity?” Survey Center on AmericanLife, March 6, 2025
Discussant: Professor Brian Schaffner, Newhouse Professor of Civic Studies, Department of Political Science, .
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Eaton Hall, Room 201. Wheelchair Accessible: Yes. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Faculty. Postdoctoral Fellows. Staff. Students (Graduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Lecture/Presentation/Seminar. Event Subject: Politics/Policy/Law. Humanities. Public Service/Government. RSVP Information: expandingviewpoints@tufts.edu. Event Contact Name: Arik Burakovsky. Event Contact Email: Arik.Burakovsky@tufts.edu.
Wednesday, October 28, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
For more info visit expandingviewpoints.tufts.edu. SMFA Options for Study Abroad
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Join the directors of Tufts in London and Tufts in Paris to learn about semester and year-long options for SMFA students.
Campus: Boston SMFA campus. Location Details: SMFA Campus, Room B201. Open to Public: No.
Wednesday, October 28, 2026, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Mentor Space: A Series on Enhancing Your Skills as a Mentor [Postdocs]
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October 14, 21, and 28, 2026
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Medford Campus (in-person)
Join us for Mentor Space: A Workshop Series on Enhancing Your Skills as a Mentor. This program is designed for postdocs who mentor graduate students, undergraduates, and lab members. Based on the evidence-based CIMER curriculum, this series will address different aspects of faculty mentoring including a) clarifying the role of a mentor, b) strategies for mentoring across differences, and c) communication and articulating your mentoring philosophy. For questions, please contact Gabriela E. Vargas, faculty@tufts.edu, assistant provost for faculty development, or or Jennifer Castro, diversity@tufts.edu, assistant provost for developing people and leaders.
To participate in this program we ask that you attend all sessions: October 14: Understanding the Role of a Faculty Mentor, October 21: Mentoring Across Difference, October 28: Communication and Articulating Your Mentoring Philosophy, Co-sponsored by the Vice Provost Offices of…
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Building details will be shared upon registration. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Postdoctoral Fellows. Event Type: Training/Workshop. RSVP Information: https://forms.gle/2C7Z9VKRGWxfT4CY6. Event Contact Name: Jennifer Castro. Event Contact Email: jennifer.castro@tufts.edu.
Wednesday, October 28, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
For more info visit forms.gle. Mentor Space
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The Mentor Space program is designed to foster meaningful mentorship, professional growth, and community among participants at different stages of their academic careers. Through a structured series of workshops, peer engagement opportunities, and guided reflections, participants will strengthen their mentoring skills, expand their professional networks, and engage in intentional career development. This track is designed for postdoctoral scholars who actively mentor graduate students, undergraduates, and lab members and are looking to strengthen their mentoring practices.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Haymon Board Room, TTC, 200 College Ave, Medford. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Students (Postdoctoral). Event Type: Training/Workshop. Event Subject: Career Development. RSVP Information: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSddNureq72yEB7YWoWp7rA2Hk8iKDLLelcIUSV_fpkY-taOjA/viewform. Event Contact Name: Susan Frick. Event Contact Email: susan.frick@tufts.edu. Event Contact Phone: 617-627-4955.
Wednesday, October 28, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
For more info visit docs.google.com. Education Fall CommuniTEA
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Join the Education Department for a fall tea time. A chance to connect with your fellow community members. Stop by to grab a snack and a cup of tea!
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Students (Graduate). Students (Undergraduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Staff. Faculty. Event Contact Email: education@tufts.edu.
Wednesday, October 28, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
[ENVS] After the Flush: Rethinking the Future of Human Waste
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What happens when the modern toilet goes flush? Where does this waste go and what eventually becomes of it? Who is responsible for its management and who is implicated in its afterlives? And is it all just waste or might it be something more? This talk, based on Kawa’s new book of the same title, draws on long-term ethnographic research in the American Midwest to investigate these questions while also considering more radical alternative approaches to sanitation and ways of relating to bodily excess.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Curtis Hall Multipurpose Room,
474 Boston Avenue. Open to Public: Yes. Speaker Name: Dr. Nick Kawa, Associate Professor of Anthropology at the Ohio State University. RSVP Information: https://tufts.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_u1H1XPBNRiCzRY20Bz__jQ.
Thursday, October 29, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit as.tufts.edu. Guided Writing Practice for International and Multilingual Graduate Students
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Guided Writing Practice for International and Multilingual Graduate Students, Thursdays, 1:30pm – 2:45pm (Thursday, September 17 through Thursday, November 19)
Multilingual and international graduate students: join us for a low-stress weekly writing practice! Each week we will write together, try out new writing skills, explore your writing questions, and discuss our experiences as writers. Build your confidence in writing in English through regular, informal practice in a supportive and fun environment. Meets weekly through mid-semester.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Register via https://tutorfinder.studentservices.tufts.edu/workshops. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Students (Graduate). Event Type: Training/Workshop. RSVP Information: https://tutorfinder.studentservices.tufts.edu/workshops.
Thursday, October 29, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:45 PM.
Tufts in Paris: Info Session
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Learn about Tufts in Paris from the program director and Tufts Global Education staff. Food will be served. Please RSVP by clicking "sign up".
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: 740P Milmore Room, Dowling Hall. Open to Public: No.
Thursday, October 29, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Tufts in London: Info Session
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Learn about Tufts in London from the program director and Tufts Global Education staff. Food will be served. Please RSVP by clicking "sign up".
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: 740P Milmore Room, Dowling Hall. Open to Public: No.
Thursday, October 29, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Tufts in Beijing: Info Session (Virtual)
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The Chinese Program and Tufts Global Education (TGE) will be hosting an information session on the semester long Tufts in Beijing program. Please sign up to attend this session in order to learn more about the program from the faculty director, TGE staff, and program alumni.
Online Location Details: https://tufts.zoom.us/j/95008871957?pwd=nAoQpBI1KIv2wVxobBxuwuwdfNllcO.1. Open to Public: No.
Thursday, October 29, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
10th Annual ADAPT Community Health Symposium—“Youth at the Forefront: Mental Health, Belonging, and Digital Wellness”
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Register now to join Tufts CTSI and the ADAPT Coalition for the 10th annual ADAPT Community Health Symposium, “Youth at the Forefront: Mental Health, Belonging, and Digital Wellness.”
The symposium will bring together youth workers, researchers, clinicians, educators, community-based organizations, and other partners to explore challenges youth are facing related to their mental health, well-being, digital wellness, and sense of belonging. Panelists and attendees will also explore innovative approaches to amplifying youth voice, expanding access to support, and fostering belonging.
Breakfast and lunch will be provided. Chinese (Mandarin and Cantonese) language interpretation will also be available for attendees.
Space is limited! Download event flyers, view the full agenda and speaker roster, and register!
Campus: Boston Health Sciences campus. Location Details: Tufts University School of Medicine
Center for Medical Education, room 114
145 Harrison Ave. Chinatown, Boston. Wheelchair Accessible: Yes. Open to Public: Yes. Primary Audience: Faculty. Postdoctoral Fellows. Staff. Students (Graduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Conference/Panel Event/Symposium. Event Subject: Health/Wellness. Medicine. Politics/Policy/Law. Public Service/Government. Education. RSVP Information: https://tufts.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9pPi9XYJWhnuCb4. Admission/Cost: Free. Event Contact Name: Chloe Yang. Event Contact Email: Chloe.Yang@tuftsmedicine.org.
Friday, October 30, 2026, 8:30 AM – 2:15 PM.
For more info visit www.tuftsctsi.org. Writer's Block - StAAR Center Weekly Programs and Accountability Groups
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Writing a dissertation, thesis, capstone, or QP? Just want to co-work with other graduate students? Join us for Writers Block! Writers Block is a weekly, 3-hour writing accountability group for graduate students, providing dedicated time to help you build a regular writing habit into your schedule. Designed for those writing long projects such as theses and dissertations, but open to any graduate student looking for a co-working group.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Register through TutorFinder - Tutor Finder. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Students (Graduate).
Friday, October 30, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
For more info visit tutorfinder.studentservices.tufts.edu. Tufts Programs Abroad Engineering Options Info Session
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Join the directors of Tufts in Hong Kong, Tufts in London, Tufts in Madrid, and Tufts in Paris to learn about semester- and year-long study abroad options for all types of engineering. This session is relevant to students in the School of Engineering and students in the School of Arts and Sciences who are interested in taking engineering classes while abroad. Please RSVP.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: 740P Milmore Room, Dowling Hall. Open to Public: No.
Friday, October 30, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Tufts Composers: New at Noon #1
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Hammers and Reeds. The dynamic and lyrical duo of Philipp Stäudlin, saxophone and Yoko Hagino, piano tackle new works by Tufts Composers.
Room: Distler Performance Hall. Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Performance. Admission/Cost: Free; no tickets required. Event Contact Name: Anna Griffis. Event Contact Email: anna.griffis@tufts.edu.
Friday, October 30, 2026, 12:00 PM.
Nolop Haunted House with Spooky Robotics
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Join us for the 9th Annual Nolop Makerspace Haunted House on October 30 from 4:30–5:30 p.m. featuring spooky robots built by students in Dr. E's Simple Robotics class!
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Nolop Makerspace
Ground floor of the Tsungming Tu Complex (TTC) in the basement of Robinson Hall
200 College Ave. Medford, MA 02155. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Staff. Postdoctoral Fellows. Interns and Residents. Faculty. Students (Graduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Exhibition. Event Subject: Engineering/Technology.
Friday, October 30, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
For more info visit nolop.org. Little Shop of Horrors
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Torn Ticket II's fall mainstage production of "Little Shop of Horrors.".
Room: Balch Arena Theater. Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Performance. Event Subject: Arts.
Friday, October 30, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
[RESCHEDULED TO NOV. 8] Tufts University Wind Ensemble
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This Concert has been rescheduled to November 8.
Room: Distler Performance Hall. Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Performance. Admission/Cost: Free; no tickets required. Event Contact Name: Anna Griffis. Event Contact Email: anna.griffis@tufts.edu.
Friday, October 30, 2026, 7:30 PM.
Little Shop of Horrors
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Torn Ticket II's fall mainstage production of "Little Shop of Horrors.".
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Subject: Theater/Dance.
Saturday, October 31, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
Little Shop of Horrors
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Torn Ticket II's fall mainstage production of "Little Shop of Horrors.".
Room: Balch Arena Theater. Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Performance. Event Subject: Arts.
Sunday, November 1, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Winter Clothing Drive
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Join us in helping Tufts students stay warm this winter by donating to our annual, campus-wide Winter Clothing Drive. We’re collecting clean, new or gently used winter items—coats, jackets, hats, gloves, scarves, boots, sweaters, and other warm clothing—to support Tufts students who may not otherwise have access to cold-weather gear.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Donations Accepted November 2–12
Business hours drop off: 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Monday–Friday Student Life, Dowling 701, Office for Campus Life, Mayer Campus Center 110, BLOOM Center, 20 Professors Row, first floor, Hall of Flags, Cabot Hall, School of Engineering, Anderson Hall 113, After hours drop offCampus Center Info Booth, Mayer Campus Center, first floor (7 a.m.–midnight). Wheelchair Accessible: Yes. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Alumni and Friends. Faculty. Parents. Staff. Students (Graduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Community Engagement. Event Contact Name: Dean of Students Office. Event Contact Email: deanofstudents@tufts.edu. Event Contact Phone: 617-627-3158.
Monday, November 2, 2026 – Thursday, November 12, 2026.
For more info visit students.tufts.edu. HNRCA Monday Seminar Series
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The Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging at Tufts University hosts virtual seminars on a variety of topics at the intersection of aging and nutrition research. Talks are held each Monday at noon EST via Zoom (except holidays) and last about an hour, including Q&A. They are open to all and are attended by a diverse audience, including scientists/faculty, students, and trainees.
Online Location Details: https://tufts.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-KRoLBZURHCZCBvSVyKOYA#/registration. Open to Public: Yes. Primary Audience: Alumni and Friends. Faculty. Postdoctoral Fellows. Staff. Students (Graduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Students (Undergraduate). Interns and Residents. Parents. Event Type: Lecture/Presentation/Seminar. Event Subject: Science. RSVP Information: https://hnrca.tufts.edu/seminars/monday-seminar-series. Admission/Cost: Free. Event Contact Name: Andrea O'Neill. Event Contact Email: andrea.oneill@tufts.edu.
Monday, November 2, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit hnrca.tufts.edu. Professional Development Workshop: Writing a Literature Review Part Two: Organizing, Synthesizing, and Drafting
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This interactive workshop will focus on the signature element of literature reviews: synthesis. We will discuss samples and practice hands-on strategies for synthesizing sources and developing an argument.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Register via TutorFinder - https://tutorfinder.studentservices.tufts.edu/workshops. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Students (Graduate). Event Type: Training/Workshop. RSVP Information: https://tutorfinder.studentservices.tufts.edu/workshops.
Monday, November 2, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit tutorfinder.studentservices.tufts.edu. Costa Rica Summer Program: Spanish and Tropical Biology
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Join us to learn more about a brand-new summer program launching in summer 2027, which will allow students to spend 5.5 weeks in Costa Rica, studying Spanish language/culture and Tropical Biology. The program, developed in collaboration with the prestigious Organization for Tropical Studies, links intensive language or culture learning (at different levels) and homestays with a unique opportunity to experience the wonders of Costa Rica’s rainforests and cloud forests first-hand. Students conduct their own research to study how animals and people are adapting to our changing world. The first half of the program takes place in the capital city, San José; students then move to La Selva Research Station and Heliconias Lodge in the second half to conduct field-based research projects. Students must have completed SPN 002 or equivalent prior to participation on the program.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Room 007. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Information Session/Open House/Orientation. Event Subject: Sustainability/Climate. International Affairs. Humanities. Global Engagement. Education. Event Contact Email: globaleducation@tufts.edu.
Monday, November 2, 2026, 12:00 PM – 12:40 PM.
Undergraduate English Department Open House
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This is a great chance to explore what it means to be an English Major, Minor, or Double Major, connect with faculty, check out some of our course offerings, and snag a delicious burrito!
Whether you’re passionate about literature, poetry, creative writing or just curious, our department has something for everyone. Come and discover the many paths open to you with an English Degree.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: East Hall, Room 016. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Students (Undergraduate). RSVP Information: https://tufts.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6zenOIXR1ptXYAS. Event Contact Email: english@tufts.edu.
Monday, November 2, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Costa Rica Summer Program: Spanish and Tropical Biology
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Join us to learn more about a brand-new summer program launching in summer 2027, which will allow students to spend 5.5 weeks in Costa Rica, studying Spanish language/culture and Tropical Biology. The program, developed in collaboration with the prestigious Organization for Tropical Studies, links intensive language or culture learning (at different levels) and homestays with a unique opportunity to experience the wonders of Costa Rica’s rainforests and cloud forests first-hand. Students conduct their own research to study how animals and people are adapting to our changing world. The first half of the program takes place in the capital city, San José; students then move to La Selva Research Station and Heliconias Lodge in the second half to conduct field-based research projects. Students must have completed SPN 002 or equivalent prior to participation on the program.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Room 007. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Information Session/Open House/Orientation. Event Subject: Sustainability/Climate. International Affairs. Humanities. Global Engagement. Education. Event Contact Email: globaleducation@tufts.edu.
Monday, November 2, 2026, 12:45 PM – 1:20 PM.
Book Talk: Aurangzeb 'Alamgir and the Mughal Empire: A History Retold
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Chaired by Professor Ayesha Jalal, Mary Richardson Professor of History
Aurangzeb 'Alamgir (r. 1658–1707) was the last of the so-called 'great' Mughal emperors. He remains a controversial historical figure: castigated for religious intolerance and placed at the centre of a narrative of Mughal decline by some; considered a great Muslim hero by others. In this richly researched exploration of Aurangzeb 'Alamgir's life and times, Munis D. Faruqui contests such simplistic understandings to unearth a more nuanced picture of the emperor and his reign. Drawing on a large and varied archive, Faruqui provides new insights into the emperor's rise to power, his administrative and religious policies, and the role of the imperial eunuchate and harem. By unpacking the complex dynamics of a long reign, from Aurangzeb Alamgir's accession to the last weeks of his life and his eighteenth-century memorialisation, this remarkable new history cuts through the many myths that have obscured the extraordinary life story of Emperor…
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Mugar 200 (Fletcher School). Wheelchair Accessible: Yes. Open to Public: Yes. Primary Audience: Alumni and Friends. Faculty. Interns and Residents. Postdoctoral Fellows. Staff. Students (Graduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Lecture/Presentation/Seminar. Event Subject: Arts. Diversity/Identity/Inclusive Excellence. Education. Humanities. International Affairs. Politics/Policy/Law. Religion/Spirituality. Research. Social Justice/Human Rights. Speaker Name: Professor Munis D. Faruqui. Event Contact Name: Komal Afzaal. Event Contact Email: komal.afzaal@tufts.edu.
Monday, November 2, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
For more info visit as.tufts.edu. CPR/AED Training
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This training course for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/Automated External Defibrillators (AED) is designed to teach the lifesaving skills necessary to help a friend, family member, neighbor, and all community members in need. This is an instructor-led course that teaches adult, child, and infant CPR. Additionally, the course will teach the use of Automated External Defibrillators (AED).
This class is open to Tufts University students, faculty, and staff and is limited to 20 students per session.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Alumnae Lounge. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Faculty. Staff. Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Training/Workshop. Event Subject: Health/Wellness. RSVP Information: Register via Tufts Learning Center. Event Contact Email: ready@tufts.edu.
Tuesday, November 3, 2026, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
For more info visit emergency.tufts.edu. English Conversation Circles - StAAR Center Weekly Programs and Accountability Groups
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Multilingual and international graduate students: join us for facilitated small-group conversation intended to increase fluency and confidence in spoken English. Meet other graduate students for conversation in a low-stress environment!
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Register through TutorFinder - Tutor Finder. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Students (Graduate).
Tuesday, November 3, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
2026 Anne E. Borghesani Symposium & Dinner
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The 2026 Anne E. Borghesani Symposium & Dinner will be held on Tuesday, November 3rd at 6pm.
This year's speakers are Maanasa Bandi, Colin Browning, Sarah Jensen, Edward Kinservik, and Daniela Monroig. Each student engaged in a summer project that took them abroad. Individual profiles with brief project descriptions will be posted soon. We hope you will join us for this engaging and insightful dinner!
Due to the formal nature of this event, registration for this even is required.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Chase Center. Open to Public: Yes. RSVP Information: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-anne-e-borghesani-symposium-tickets-2002437786323?aff=oddtdtcreator. Admission/Cost: REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Event Contact Name: Jessika Martin. Event Contact Email: jessika.martin@tufts.edu.
Tuesday, November 3, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Election Night Watch Party!
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Come celebrate democracy with us on Election Day! Swing by for a fun and supportive space to watch the midterm election results come in for races across the country as well as local races! Food and games will be provided while supplies last.
This event is open to all members of the Tufts community, including voters and non-voters alike. It’s cosponsored by JumboVote, Tisch College, and the Center for Expanding Viewpoints in Higher Education (CEVIHE).
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Eaton Hall 260. Wheelchair Accessible: Yes. Open to Public: No. Event Subject: Elections. Admission/Cost: Free.
Tuesday, November 3, 2026, 7:30 PM – 11:00 PM.
Civic Life Lunch – More Than a Jersey: On the Team, In the Community
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In-Person Registration, Virtual Registration, What comes with representing something larger than yourself?
A jersey connects an athlete to a team, an institution, and a community. That connection can bring expectations and opportunities that have little to do with the final score.
Join us and Tufts Athletics for a conversation with Kerry Collins, former Senior Director of Community Relations for the Boston Bruins. Drawing on more than two decades with the organization, Collins will offer a behind-the-scenes perspective on how athletes can use their influence, navigate institutional priorities and work with others to create meaningful change in their communities. The conversation will explore what it takes to turn individual initiative into collective action as student-athletes find their voices within the teams and institutions they represent.
Registration required. All are welcome. Lunch provided (please BYO beverage). Virtual option available.…
Online Location Details: https://tufts.zoom.us/meeting/register/pOZl8DVZQjiG5jJ1-bERGA. Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Barnum 104. Open to Public: Yes. RSVP Information: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2002082510684?aff=oddtdtcreator. Event Contact Name: Shanley Daly. Event Contact Email: shanley.daly@tufts.edu.
Wednesday, November 4, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Politics and Culture from All Sides: Reading the 2026 Midterms
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What do the 2026 midterms tell us about American politics?
Hosted by the Center for Expanding Viewpoints in Higher Education (CEVIHE) at Tufts University, this weekly series invites Tufts faculty, students, and staff to explore politics and culture by reading controversial books and articles, engaging with faculty discussants and guest speakers, and discussing sensitive political, economic, and social issues with depth, humility, and courage. Each week, participants will encounter sophisticated arguments associated with a diversity of ideological, religious, and cultural worldviews. Lunch will be provided. Please see the workshop schedule here for more details, and please contact us if you want to participate so we can add you to the Canvas site.
No advance reading. Selected results and analysis will be posted on Canvas after Election Day.
Discussant: Professor Meredith McLain, Department of Political Science, .
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Eaton Hall, Room 201. Wheelchair Accessible: Yes. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Faculty. Postdoctoral Fellows. Staff. Students (Graduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Lecture/Presentation/Seminar. Event Subject: Politics/Policy/Law. Humanities. Public Service/Government. RSVP Information: expandingviewpoints@tufts.edu. Event Contact Name: Arik Burakovsky. Event Contact Email: Arik.Burakovsky@tufts.edu.
Wednesday, November 4, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
For more info visit expandingviewpoints.tufts.edu. Build an Electronic Musical Instrument!
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In this workshop, you’ll get to design the physical interface of your musical instrument, wire it up, and program it to play any kind of sound you like—notes from a prerecorded instrument, a custom synth, or even with sounds that you record yourself in the DDS recording room. We’ll have multiple platforms to choose from, so you can tailor your experience to your interests and background; no previous electronics or coding experience necessary. This workshop is for everyone, whether you’re interested in music, engineering, or both! This event is hosted by Kelsey Rogers of the Department of Mechanical Engineering.
About this event
This workshop is part of the series A Tool is an Extension of the Hand: Exploring Technology through Drawing. The series, along with the physical exhibit on the third floor of Tisch Library, uses drawing as a starting point to learn about and reflect on technology. This workshop series is a collaboration between the Digital Design Studio at Tisch Library and the Center for Engineering…
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Digital Design Studio, room 303 on the third floor of Tisch Library. Wheelchair Accessible: Yes. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Students (Graduate). Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Training/Workshop. Event Subject: Arts. Education. RSVP Information: https://tufts.libcal.com/event/17616096. Event Contact Name: Kimberly Forero-Arnias. Event Contact Email: kimberly.forero@tufts.edu.
Wednesday, November 4, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
CommuniTEA with OVPIIE
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CommuniTEA with OVPIIE, offered by the Office of the Vice Provost for Institutional Inclusive Excellence (OVPIIE), fosters community building among staff and administrators at Tufts, across schools/campuses. Colleagues are invited to join us for monthly gatherings of community, connection, and joy. Drop-in for a quick visit or stay the whole time!
Coffee, tea, and light snacks will be provided.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Milmore Room, Dowling Hall. Wheelchair Accessible: Yes. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Staff. Event Type: Community Engagement. Event Subject: Health/Wellness. RSVP Information: https://forms.gle/LivHJUAVXg2UeNBD6. Event Contact Name: Deborah Donahue-Keegan. Event Contact Email: deborah.donahue_keegan@tufts.edu. Event Contact Phone: 617-448-1949.
Wednesday, November 4, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
For more info visit forms.gle. Linda and Jeffrey Moslow Professorships in Women's Health and Menopause
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Sunil Kumar, president of Tufts University, Helen Boucher, dean and professor of medicine at Tufts University School of Medicine and chief academic officer at Tufts Medicine, and Christina Economos, dean, professor, and New Balance Chair in Childhood Nutrition at the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy, invite you to celebrate the Linda and Jeffrey Moslow Professorships in Women’s Health and Menopause, with a presentation from the inaugural holders Larissa Calancie, Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy, and Megan L. Evans, Tufts University School of Medicine.
Campus: Boston Health Sciences campus. Location Details: Deblois Auditorium
145 Harrison Ave.
Boston, MA 02111. Wheelchair Accessible: Yes. Open to Public: Yes. Primary Audience: Alumni and Friends. Faculty. Interns and Residents. Staff. Students (Graduate). Students (Undergraduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Postdoctoral Fellows. Event Type: Lecture/Presentation/Seminar. Event Subject: Clinical Care. Health/Wellness. Medicine. Research. Science. RSVP Information: https://rsvp.tufts.edu/moslowprof. Admission/Cost: Free. Event Contact Name: Mari Anne Paraskevas. Event Contact Email: mari_anne.paraskevas@tufts.edu.
Wednesday, November 4, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
For more info visit rsvp.tufts.edu. Alumna Book Talk with Natalie Lemle, BA 2010 in Art History and Classics
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Alumna Book Talk with Natalie Lemle, BA 2010 in Art History and Classics, will talk about her new book Artifacts.
Room: Remis Sculpture Court. Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Primary Audience: Alumni and Friends. Faculty. Staff. Students (Graduate). Students (Undergraduate). Speaker Name: Natalie Lemle.
Wednesday, November 4, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit as.tufts.edu. The Conqueror and the Victorious: Missiles, Nukes and the Middle East Arms Race During the Cold War
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In July 1962, Egypt surprised the world by unveiling an ambitious program to develop long-range missiles with the assistance of West German scientists. Israel immediately portrayed the project as an existential threat and sought to halt it through diplomatic pressure, sabotage, and assassination.
This presentation examines this largely forgotten chapter of the Middle Eastern missile age. It traces Egypt’s efforts to build a missile capability, Israel’s campaign to disrupt the program, and Egyptian countermeasures to protect it. By bringing together the technical, military, intelligence, and diplomatic dimensions of the crisis, the presentation argues that Egypt’s missile program played a pivotal role in the regional arms race of the 1960s.
Khaled Fahmy is Edward Keller Professor of North Africa and the Middle East at Tufts University. He is an historian of the modern Middle East during the nineteenth end twentieth centuries. His books and articles deal with the history of the Egyptian army in the first half…
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: The Fares Center. Wheelchair Accessible: Yes. Open to Public: Yes. Primary Audience: Faculty. Students (Graduate). Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Lecture/Presentation/Seminar. Event Subject: International Affairs. Politics/Policy/Law. Social Justice/Human Rights. Speaker Name: Khaled Fahmy. Event Contact Name: Amaia Elorza Arregi. Event Contact Email: amaia.elorza_arregi@tufts.edu.
Wednesday, November 4, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Film Screening: "Brief Tender Light"
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The Tufts Africana and International Centers are thrilled to present Brief Tender Light, a documentary film which follows the journeys of newly arrived African undergraduate students at MIT. Directed by Arthur Musah (an MIT alum of Ghanian descent), this is a thought-provoking film that showcases the dreams, goals, and struggles of each individual student while also exploring the broader themes of cultural adjustment and belonging every international student experiences when coming to study in the U.S.
All members of the Tufts community are encouraged to attend. Dinner will be provided before the screening and a brief discussion will take place afterward.
Kindly RSVP by October 28 to africana@tufts.edu so we can have a sense of numbers for catering.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Rabb Room. Wheelchair Accessible: Yes. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Students (Undergraduate). Students (Graduate). Staff. Faculty. Event Type: Community Engagement. Film Screening. Event Subject: Global Engagement. RSVP Information: Please email africana@tufts.edu by October 28. Admission/Cost: Free. Event Contact Name: Deborah Royer Chakachaka. Event Contact Email: africana@tufts.edu.
Wednesday, November 4, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
SYSTEMATIC REVIEW STANDARD AUTHOR TRAINING (November 5, 12, 19)
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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.
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This training course for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/Automated External Defibrillators (AED) is designed to teach the lifesaving skills necessary to help a friend, family member, neighbor, and all community members in need. This is an instructor-led course that teaches adult, child, and infant CPR. Additionally, the course will teach the use of Automated External Defibrillators (AED).
This class is open to Tufts University students, faculty, and staff and is limited to 20 students per session.
Campus: Boston Health Sciences campus. Location Details: Room 221. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Faculty. Staff. Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Training/Workshop. Event Subject: Health/Wellness. RSVP Information: Register via Tufts Learning Center. Event Contact Email: ready@tufts.edu.
Thursday, November 5, 2026, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
For more info visit emergency.tufts.edu. Tufts in Ghana: Info Session
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Learn about Tufts in Ghana from SIT and Tufts Global Education staff. Please RSVP by clicking "sign up".
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: 730A Dowling Hall. Open to Public: No.
Thursday, November 5, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
[ENVS] Climate, food, and power: Lessons from now, directions for the future
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There is widening gap between large-scale decision-making and on-the-ground realities of food insecurity. Drawing on experience that spans secondary analyses of environmental and health data alongside small-scale, community-based research, Khristopher draws from his experience at high-level decision-making forums—from IPCC expert meetings to COP30— which often diverge from community needs and lived experience. The presentation reviews findings from community-based work in small island settings, outlines the magnitude of global climate-related nutrition challenges with key statistics, and illustrates relevant mechanisms linking human and planetary health through food systems. Although climate is used as the primary lens in this talk, similar gaps emerge whether the driver is the food economics, policy, or agriculture, underscoring a central concern for global food security.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Curtis Hall Multipurpose Room,
474 Boston Avenue. Open to Public: Yes. Speaker Name: Dr. Khristopher Nicholas, Assistant Professor of Agriculture, Food and Environment at Tufts University. RSVP Information: https://tufts.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_UgZMSddaSF-ZOalxvUKt7g.
Thursday, November 5, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit as.tufts.edu. Guided Writing Practice for International and Multilingual Graduate Students
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Guided Writing Practice for International and Multilingual Graduate Students, Thursdays, 1:30pm – 2:45pm (Thursday, September 17 through Thursday, November 19)
Multilingual and international graduate students: join us for a low-stress weekly writing practice! Each week we will write together, try out new writing skills, explore your writing questions, and discuss our experiences as writers. Build your confidence in writing in English through regular, informal practice in a supportive and fun environment. Meets weekly through mid-semester.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Register via https://tutorfinder.studentservices.tufts.edu/workshops. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Students (Graduate). Event Type: Training/Workshop. RSVP Information: https://tutorfinder.studentservices.tufts.edu/workshops.
Thursday, November 5, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:45 PM.
Solomont Speaker Series: Rev. Dr. Susie Hayward on “We Protect Us: Neighborism and the Renewal of Democracy in Minneapolis”
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What does it mean to be a good neighbor amid trauma, violence, and fear? How might pluralism and interfaith solidarity help communities resist nationalism and authoritarianism – and renew democracy from the ground up? Join Rev. Dr. Susie Hayward, A02, F06 for a lecture and conversation exploring the ethic and practice of “neighborism” that emerged in response to ICE’s Operation Metro Surge in Minneapolis. Drawing on her experience alongside faith leaders, organizers, and immigrant communities, Hayward will consider what Minneapolis can teach us about resisting fear, rebuilding civic trust, and creating communities in which everyone belongs.
About the Speaker, Rev. Dr. Susie Hayward, A02, F06, is the Minister for Justice Organizing and Adult Faith Formation at Minneapolis’ Creekside United Church of Christ. She has spent two decades working in human rights, peacebuilding, and teaching in Minneapolis, Washington, DC, and Boston. After years studying religion, violence, and…
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Wheelchair Accessible: Yes. Open to Public: Yes. Primary Audience: Alumni and Friends. Faculty. Interns and Residents. Parents. Postdoctoral Fellows. Staff. Students (Graduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Lecture/Presentation/Seminar. Event Subject: Religion/Spirituality. Politics/Policy/Law. Social Justice/Human Rights. RSVP Information: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/solomont-speaker-series-rev-dr-susie-hayward-tickets-2002090996064. Admission/Cost: Free.
Thursday, November 5, 2026, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Individualism and Nonconformity in Film: Two Days, One Night (2014)
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What do we owe one another when solidarity with someone else requires a meaningful sacrifice of our own interests?
Hosted by the Center for Expanding Viewpoints in Higher Education (CEVIHE) in collaboration with the Film and Media Studies Program (FMS), this four-part film series invites Tufts faculty, students, and staff to examine the themes of individualism and nonconformity through screenings of landmark films drawn from a range of historical periods, political contexts, and cinematic traditions. Each session features a full-length film paired with faculty framing and guided discussion, allowing participants to analyze how individuals navigate the tension between personal conscience and collective pressure, and how institutions respond to dissent. The series asks participants to think critically about moral independence, civic responsibility, and the costs and consequences of resisting conformity. Popcorn and pizza will be served. Please see the series schedule here for more information, and please …
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Barnum Dana Complex, Room 104. Wheelchair Accessible: Yes. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Faculty. Postdoctoral Fellows. Staff. Students (Graduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Film Screening. Event Subject: Arts. Politics/Policy/Law. Public Service/Government. Event Contact Name: Arik Burakovsky. Event Contact Email: Arik.Burakovsky@tufts.edu.
Thursday, November 5, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
For more info visit cevihe.org. An Evening with Joseph Hurka
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We are excited to celebrate the publication of English lecturer Joe Hurka's memoir, On the Invisible Palm of God (Vine Leaves Press), with a reading, conversation, and Q&A.
On the Invisible Palm of God explores Hurka's deep, lifelong mentorship and friendship with acclaimed short-story writer Andre Dubus, who taught Hurka during his undergraduate years and encouraged him to attend the Iowa Writers' Workshop. The story is about an enduring friendship, and the hidden resilience of the human spirit that resides within all of us.
Online Location Details: Register for Zoom link: https://tufts.zoom.us/meeting/register/nnDV76gGSGiZ_2_sWxnUyA. Open to Public: Yes. Speaker Name: Joseph Hurka. Event Contact Email: english@tufts.edu.
Thursday, November 5, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
For more info visit tufts.zoom.us. Writer's Block - StAAR Center Weekly Programs and Accountability Groups
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Writing a dissertation, thesis, capstone, or QP? Just want to co-work with other graduate students? Join us for Writers Block! Writers Block is a weekly, 3-hour writing accountability group for graduate students, providing dedicated time to help you build a regular writing habit into your schedule. Designed for those writing long projects such as theses and dissertations, but open to any graduate student looking for a co-working group.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Register through TutorFinder - Tutor Finder. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Students (Graduate).
Friday, November 6, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
For more info visit tutorfinder.studentservices.tufts.edu. An Evening with Darren Criss
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Come and enjoy an evening with Tony, Emmy, and Golden Globe Award-winning actor, singer, and recording artist Darren Criss, known for his performances in the television shows Glee and American Crime Story, as well as the hit Broadway musical Maybe Happy Ending.
A limited number of tickets will be made available to the general Tufts Community during the week of the performance. Any member of the Tufts Community may request two complimentary tickets to the event, while tickets last. These tickets may be requested no earlier than Monday, November 2 at midnight and no later than Friday, November 6 at 10 a.m. Tufts Community members must request tickets by emailing Jeff Rawitsch directly at jeffrey.rawitsch@tufts.edu. No Tufts Community tickets will be given at the box office window.
Room: Distler Performance Hall. Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Wheelchair Accessible: Yes. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Faculty. Interns and Residents. Postdoctoral Fellows. Staff. Students (Graduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Performance. Event Subject: Arts. RSVP Information: See Description details for information on how to acquire tickets for this event. Event Contact Name: Jeff Rawitsch. Event Contact Email: jeffrey.rawitsch@tufts.edu. Event Contact Phone: 617.627.2253.
Saturday, November 7, 2026, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Spotlight Talks | Dina Deitsch & Darin Murphy
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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. One Down Left Once, Two Up Right Twice: John McDonald’s Music Shows Up and Goes
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A special afternoon concert celebrating the retirement of composer and pianist John McDonald. Compositions, improvisations, comprovisations, and imprositions for, by, and with colleagues, friends, and former students honoring John's 36 years at Tufts, 20 of them in the Granoff Music Center.
Room: Distler Performance Hall. Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Performance. Admission/Cost: Free; no tickets required. Event Contact Name: Anna Griffis. Event Contact Email: anna.griffis@tufts.edu.
Sunday, November 8, 2026, 3:00 PM.
[RESCHEDULED FROM OCT. 30] Tufts University Wind Ensemble
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TUWE performs a concert celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Granoff Music Center under the direction of Ray Daniels.
Room: Distler Performance Hall. Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Performance. Admission/Cost: Free; no tickets required. Event Contact Name: Anna Griffis. Event Contact Email: anna.griffis@tufts.edu.
Sunday, November 8, 2026, 8:00 PM.
HNRCA Monday Seminar Series
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The Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging at Tufts University hosts virtual seminars on a variety of topics at the intersection of aging and nutrition research. Talks are held each Monday at noon EST via Zoom (except holidays) and last about an hour, including Q&A. They are open to all and are attended by a diverse audience, including scientists/faculty, students, and trainees.
Online Location Details: https://tufts.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-KRoLBZURHCZCBvSVyKOYA#/registration. Open to Public: Yes. Primary Audience: Alumni and Friends. Faculty. Postdoctoral Fellows. Staff. Students (Graduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Students (Undergraduate). Interns and Residents. Parents. Event Type: Lecture/Presentation/Seminar. Event Subject: Science. RSVP Information: https://hnrca.tufts.edu/seminars/monday-seminar-series. Admission/Cost: Free. Event Contact Name: Andrea O'Neill. Event Contact Email: andrea.oneill@tufts.edu.
Monday, November 9, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit hnrca.tufts.edu. Career Spotlight Lunch with Duy Linh Tu
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Bring your questions about career pathways to award-winning journalist, documentary filmmaker, and Dean of Academic Affairs at the Columbia Journalism School, Duy Linh Tu. Join a conversation about how an English major and studies in the humanities are vital to navigating our complicated world, from the workplace and beyond. As a Tufts alum and former English and Anthropology double major, Tu shares how these fields shaped his career and why he believes communication skills are more valuable than ever in an era of misinformation, job market pressures, and artificial intelligence. Lunch provided.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: RSVP to receive location! Wheelchair Accessible: Yes. Open to Public: No. Event Type: Lecture/Presentation/Seminar. Speaker Name: Duy Linh Tu. RSVP Information: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=YGy_-0QDKUyUWXJWhXObGcwjcmAbYbRIq3plNMkaZkJUQTg1VVhTOUFJWlpQQ1lLTTVNWDVHS1lUSy4u&route=shorturl. Event Contact Email: english@tufts.edu. Event Contact Phone: 6176272403.
Monday, November 9, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Department of Religion Open House
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Interested in studying Religion at Tufts and beyond? Join us to connect with faculty and fellow students, learn about future offerings and opportunities, and eat some tasty food!
We will be joined by Harvard Divinity School Admissions to chat about graduate study opportunities in religion, ethics and public life. All are welcome!
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: 171 Eaton Hall
5 The Green. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Information Session/Open House/Orientation. Event Subject: Humanities. Religion/Spirituality. Event Contact Email: religion@tufts.edu.
Monday, November 9, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Fresco in Mexico - Tufts SMFA Summer Program
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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…
Online Location Details: https://tufts.zoom.us/j/95912813226?pwd=3IrzTVJlgX5C1kGxUwlAvD3aBevpkq.1&from=addon. Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Dowling 730A & Zoom. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Students (Graduate). Students (Undergraduate). Event Contact Name: Tufts Global Education. Event Contact Email: globaleducation@tufts.edu.
Monday, November 9, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Tufts in Japan: Info Session
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Learn about Tufts in Japan from the Japanese language faculty and Tufts Global Education staff. Pizza will be served! Please RSVP by clicking "sign up".
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Dowling Hall Milmore Room. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Students (Undergraduate).
Monday, November 9, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Telling the Stories that Matter on a Burning Planet
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Hear from Duy Linh Tu, Tufts alum, climate and public health journalist and documentary filmmaker, and Dean of Academic Affairs at Columbia University journalism school, on writing the most vital and sensitive stories amidst attacks on press freedom. He’ll share how he came to understand the climate story as the everything story, how journalists can persist and resist, and how student journalists are stepping up in moments when other outlets are failing. A brief talk and fireside chat will be followed by audience Q&A and then a reception.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: The Lantern - Room 601. Wheelchair Accessible: Yes. Open to Public: Yes. Primary Audience: Alumni and Friends. Faculty. Interns and Residents. Parents. Postdoctoral Fellows. Staff. Students (Graduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Lecture/Presentation/Seminar. Event Subject: Arts. Global Engagement. Humanities. Sustainability/Climate. Social Justice/Human Rights. Speaker Name: Duy Linh Tu. RSVP Information: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=YGy_-0QDKUyUWXJWhXObGcwjcmAbYbRIq3plNMkaZkJUNVgyTE1LUkI0SkczQlRZS1EyTDRVMkNJRC4u&route=shorturl. Event Contact Email: english@tufts.edu. Event Contact Phone: 6176272403.
Monday, November 9, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
English Conversation Circles - StAAR Center Weekly Programs and Accountability Groups
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Multilingual and international graduate students: join us for facilitated small-group conversation intended to increase fluency and confidence in spoken English. Meet other graduate students for conversation in a low-stress environment!
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Register through TutorFinder - Tutor Finder. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Students (Graduate).
Tuesday, November 10, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
SYSTEMATIC REVIEW STANDARD AUTHOR TRAINING (November 5, 12, 19)
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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 12, 2026.
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Learn different ways to budget, save, and manage debt to help you feel more in control of your money.
Online Location Details: Registration Link: https://fmr.zoom.us/j/95811736617?pwd=dzYeSN2tm7SlmXm4sO3zBaeR1QLkbs.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/95811736617?pwd=dzYeSN2tm7SlmXm4sO3zBaeR1QLkbs.1.
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
KBUG: First to go Abroad
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Are you first-generation and/or low-income and interested in study abroad opportunities? Join the BLOOM Center and Tufts Global Education to learn more about studying abroad on financial aid! Dinner will be provided, so please register in advance for an accurate catering order.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: 740P Milmore Room, Dowling Hall. Open to Public: No.
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
[ENVS] Climate Change and Conflict in Africa
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Is climate change contributing to civil conflict in Africa? And if so, through what mechanisms? This talk examines the link between rising aridity in pastoral Africa and the outbreak of farmer-herder conflicts across the continent.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Curtis Hall Multipurpose Room,
474 Boston Avenue. Open to Public: Yes. Speaker Name: Dr. Eoin McGuirk, Associate Professor of Economics at Tufts University. RSVP Information: https://tufts.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ThXUCnkNSg6toWxcz_J1xg.
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit as.tufts.edu. Guided Writing Practice for International and Multilingual Graduate Students
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Guided Writing Practice for International and Multilingual Graduate Students, Thursdays, 1:30pm – 2:45pm (Thursday, September 17 through Thursday, November 19)
Multilingual and international graduate students: join us for a low-stress weekly writing practice! Each week we will write together, try out new writing skills, explore your writing questions, and discuss our experiences as writers. Build your confidence in writing in English through regular, informal practice in a supportive and fun environment. Meets weekly through mid-semester.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Register via https://tutorfinder.studentservices.tufts.edu/workshops. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Students (Graduate). Event Type: Training/Workshop. RSVP Information: https://tutorfinder.studentservices.tufts.edu/workshops.
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:45 PM.
touristic intents: Faculty Film Screening
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touristic intents, a film by Mat Rappaport, Professor of the Practice, Film & Media Studies, touristic intents is a feature documentary film that explores the connection between mass tourism and political ideology. The film is centered on a case study: the never-completed Nazi resort of Prora, on Germany’s Baltic Sea, which was built on a mammoth scale beginning in 1936 to house 20,000 vacationing working-class Germans. This 4-mile-long building was used in propaganda to forward a promise of leisure time for the masses and strengthen sympathies between the workers and the Nazi party. Although the Nazis left the site unfinished, the Socialist East German government continued construction in the 1950s, using it for military training as well as housing for conscientious objectors pressed into labor by the GDR regime. After decades of abandonment, the massive edifice is now being redeveloped into apartments, condominiums, hotels, and a youth hostel.
Grappling with notions of place and identity in an era when…
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Barnum Hall LL08. Open to Public: Yes. Primary Audience: Alumni and Friends. Faculty. Interns and Residents. Parents. Postdoctoral Fellows. Staff. Students (Graduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Film Screening. Event Subject: Arts. Humanities. Innovation. Speaker Name: Mat Rappaport. RSVP Information: No RSVP Required. Admission/Cost: Free and Open to the Public. Event Contact Name: Gina O'Connor. Event Contact Email: gina.oconnor@tufts.edu.
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
For more info visit touristic-intents.com. Expanding Viewpoints Public Forum with Khalil Shikaki
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What makes a path to peace possible when trust in leaders and in familiar solutions has eroded?
The Center for Expanding Viewpoints in Higher Education (CEVIHE) at Tufts University welcomes you to a conversation and Q&A with public opinion researcher Khalil Shikaki. He will explore Palestinian responses to October 7 and the Gaza war, Palestinian-Israeli relations, and the prospects for elections and political renewal. He will also examine changing Palestinian attitudes toward the two-state solution alongside debates about partition, self-determination, citizenship, and equal rights. This conversation on The Configuration of the Middle East After the Gaza War will be held in a free-flowing format emphasizing open inquiry and audience engagement.
CEVIHE welcomes attendees from all disciplines, backgrounds, and worldviews. This event is open to the public, but registration is required. Learn more and register here. .
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: ASEAN Auditorium. Wheelchair Accessible: Yes. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Lecture/Presentation/Seminar. Event Subject: Politics/Policy/Law. Global Engagement. International Affairs. Israel-Hamas war. Event Contact Name: Arik Burakovsky. Event Contact Email: Arik.Burakovsky@tufts.edu.
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
For more info visit cevihe.org. Writer's Block - StAAR Center Weekly Programs and Accountability Groups
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Writing a dissertation, thesis, capstone, or QP? Just want to co-work with other graduate students? Join us for Writers Block! Writers Block is a weekly, 3-hour writing accountability group for graduate students, providing dedicated time to help you build a regular writing habit into your schedule. Designed for those writing long projects such as theses and dissertations, but open to any graduate student looking for a co-working group.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Register through TutorFinder - Tutor Finder. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Students (Graduate).
Friday, November 13, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
For more info visit tutorfinder.studentservices.tufts.edu. KBUG: LGBTQIA+ Experiences Abroad
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A candid conversation about LGBTQIA+ experiences abroad. Please sign up as food will be provided!
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: 740P Milmore Room, Dowling Hall. Open to Public: No.
Friday, November 13, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Tufts Composers: New at Noon #2
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Organ-ized Chaos. New works by Tufts Composers are presented in Goddard Chapel, as performed by composer/performers John McDonald, piano and Will Cooper, organ.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Goddard Chapel. 3 The Green. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Performance. Admission/Cost: Free; no tickets required. Event Contact Name: Anna Griffis. Event Contact Email: anna.griffis@tufts.edu.
Friday, November 13, 2026, 12:00 PM.
Family and Children's Concert: Not-So-Small Jazz Ensemble
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The Nando Michelin-led jazz ensemble performs a concert for children and families.
Room: Distler Performance Hall. Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Performance. Admission/Cost: Free; no tickets required. Event Contact Name: Anna Griffis. Event Contact Email: anna.griffis@tufts.edu.
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 1:00 PM.
Tufts/NEC Dual Degree Concert
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The Tufts/NEC Dual Degree students present a unique evening of classical, jazz, and original compositions.
Room: Distler Performance Hall. Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Performance. Admission/Cost: Free; no tickets required. Event Contact Name: Anna Griffis. Event Contact Email: anna.griffis@tufts.edu.
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 8:00 PM.
Sunday Concert Series: Tufts Choruses
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The Tufts Concert Choir and Chamber Singers perform under the direction of Jamie Kirsch.
Room: Distler Performance Hall. Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Performance. Admission/Cost: Free; no tickets required. Event Contact Name: Anna Griffis. Event Contact Email: anna.griffis@tufts.edu.
Sunday, November 15, 2026, 3:00 PM.
HNRCA Monday Seminar Series
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The Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging at Tufts University hosts virtual seminars on a variety of topics at the intersection of aging and nutrition research. Talks are held each Monday at noon EST via Zoom (except holidays) and last about an hour, including Q&A. They are open to all and are attended by a diverse audience, including scientists/faculty, students, and trainees.
Online Location Details: https://tufts.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-KRoLBZURHCZCBvSVyKOYA#/registration. Open to Public: Yes. Primary Audience: Alumni and Friends. Faculty. Postdoctoral Fellows. Staff. Students (Graduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Students (Undergraduate). Interns and Residents. Parents. Event Type: Lecture/Presentation/Seminar. Event Subject: Science. RSVP Information: https://hnrca.tufts.edu/seminars/monday-seminar-series. Admission/Cost: Free. Event Contact Name: Andrea O'Neill. Event Contact Email: andrea.oneill@tufts.edu.
Monday, November 16, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit hnrca.tufts.edu. Dialogue in the Workplace: Navigating Change
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Please join the Office of the Vice Provost for Institutional Inclusive Excellence for Dialogue in the Workplace this semester! This is a unique opportunity for staff and faculty to come together to share perspectives on realities of the workplace. Through a lens of inclusive excellence, we will explore topics meant to foster authentic relationships, engagement, and belonging. No prior experience or preparation needed. Please join us to share your perspectives, listen across difference, and connect with colleagues!
Room: Curtis Hall - Multipurpose Room. Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Multipurpose Room 101. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Faculty. Staff. Event Type: Training/Workshop. Event Subject: Diversity/Identity/Inclusive Excellence. Tufts Talks Openly. RSVP Information: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdqD3N5tmywI6a57vnj87J6NnbmGd7dMkvQNyhNobnPPKCSYQ/viewform?usp=header. Event Contact Name: Naomi Boase. Event Contact Email: naomi.boase@tufts.edu.
Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
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Please join the Office of the Vice Provost for Institutional Inclusive Excellence for “Dialogue in the Workplace” this semester! This is a unique opportunity for staff and faculty to come together to share perspectives on realities of the workplace. Through a lens of inclusive excellence, we will explore topics meant to foster authentic relationships, engagement, and belonging. No prior experience or preparation needed. Please join us to share your perspectives, listen across difference, and connect with colleagues!
Room: Curtis Hall - Multipurpose Room. Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Room 101. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Staff. Faculty. Event Type: Training/Workshop. Event Subject: Diversity/Identity/Inclusive Excellence. Tufts Talks Openly. RSVP Information: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdqD3N5tmywI6a57vnj87J6NnbmGd7dMkvQNyhNobnPPKCSYQ/viewform?usp=header. Event Contact Name: Naomi Boase. Event Contact Email: naomi.boase@tufts.edu.
Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
For more info visit docs.google.com. Digital Scholarship Conversations: Boston Soundscapes
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Music is a powerful tool used by cultural and social communities to inhabit urban spaces and convey ideas of home. In this event, ethnomusicologist Stéphanie Khoury will present her use of ARCGis StoryMaps to engage students into mapping out Boston’s soundscapes. Such sound mapping offers insights into individual and collective negotiations of social identity, racial inequities, and residents' tactics to claim cultural spaces through public and private musical initiatives.
Stephanie Khoury is an Associate Teaching Professor in Music, and Studies in Race, Colonialism, and Diaspora.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Digital Design Studio, floor 3 in Tisch Library. Wheelchair Accessible: Yes. Open to Public: Yes. Primary Audience: Faculty. Postdoctoral Fellows. Staff. Students (Graduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Conference/Panel Event/Symposium. Speaker Name: Stephanie Khoury. RSVP Information: https://tufts.libcal.com/event/17600687. Event Contact Name: Anna Kijas. Event Contact Email: anna.kijas@tufts.edu.
Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit tufts.libcal.com. Digital Scholarship Conversations: Boston Soundscapes
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The Digital Scholarship Conversations series is hosted by Tisch Library. Each conversation will focus on a different topic, helping us share ideas and build community around the intersection of digital technology and our research and teaching. View a listing of past topics and speakers.
Music is a powerful tool used by cultural and social communities to inhabit urban spaces and convey ideas of home. In this event, ethnomusicologist Stéphanie Khoury will present her use of ARCGis StoryMaps to engage students into mapping out Boston’s soundscapes. Such sound mapping offers insights into individual and collective negotiations of social identity, racial inequities, and residents' tactics to claim cultural spaces through public and private musical initiatives.
Stephanie Khoury is an associate teaching professor in music and in the Department of Studies in Race, Colonialism, and Diaspora.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: This event will be held in the Digital Design Studio in Tisch Library on the third floor and online (link will be shared after registration). Wheelchair Accessible: Yes. Open to Public: Yes. Primary Audience: Alumni and Friends. Faculty. Interns and Residents. Postdoctoral Fellows. Staff. Students (Graduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Lecture/Presentation/Seminar. Event Subject: Arts. Humanities. Speaker Name: Stephanie Khoury. RSVP Information: https://tufts.libcal.com/event/17600687. Event Contact Name: Anna Kijas. Event Contact Email: anna.kijas@tufts.edu.
Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit tufts.libcal.com. English Conversation Circles - StAAR Center Weekly Programs and Accountability Groups
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Multilingual and international graduate students: join us for facilitated small-group conversation intended to increase fluency and confidence in spoken English. Meet other graduate students for conversation in a low-stress environment!
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Register through TutorFinder - Tutor Finder. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Students (Graduate).
Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Bite-Sized Digital Humanities in the Classroom
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Are you an instructor who is interested in developing classroom activities or assignments that encourage creative experimentation?
In this workshop, we will explore a sampling of short and simple in-class activities that can introduce students to methods commonly used in digital humanities (DH), such as distant reading, visualization, encoding, or annotation. We will discuss approaches that you can use when designing classroom activities and assignments, consider appropriate tools and technologies, and ways to best match DH activities and assignments to your course objectives and disciplinary context.
Bring with you: Idea(s) for an activity or assignment that you might want to explore in your own course; laptop for use during the workshop.
No prior experience with digital humanities methods or tools is required.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Digital Design Studio, third floor. Wheelchair Accessible: Yes. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Training/Workshop. Speaker Name: Anna Kijas. Event Contact Name: Anna Kijas. Event Contact Email: anna.kijas@tufts.edu.
Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit tufts.libcal.com. Seminar Series: Kinsey Drake (Host: Prof. Charlie Mace)
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Fall 2026 Chemistry Department Seminar Series
Title: TBA.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Room P-106. Open to Public: No. Speaker Name: Kinsey Drake - University of Washington. Event Contact Name: Marianne O'Connell. Event Contact Email: marianne.o_connell@tufts.edu. Event Contact Phone: 6176272649.
Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Politics and Culture from All Sides: Why Have Children?
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Why have children?
Hosted by the Center for Expanding Viewpoints in Higher Education (CEVIHE) at Tufts University, this weekly series invites Tufts faculty, students, and staff to explore politics and culture by reading controversial books and articles, engaging with faculty discussants and guest speakers, and discussing sensitive political, economic, and social issues with depth, humility, and courage. Each week, participants will encounter sophisticated arguments associated with a diversity of ideological, religious, and cultural worldviews. Lunch will be provided. Please see the workshop schedule here for more details, and please contact us if you want to participate so we can add you to the Canvas site.
Reading: Anastasia Berg, Brian Dijkema, and Rachel Wiseman. “Why Have Children?” Comment, June 5, 2025
Discussant: Professor Eitan Hersh, Department of Political Science, .
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Eaton Hall, Room 201. Wheelchair Accessible: Yes. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Faculty. Postdoctoral Fellows. Staff. Students (Graduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Lecture/Presentation/Seminar. Event Subject: Politics/Policy/Law. Humanities. Public Service/Government. RSVP Information: expandingviewpoints@tufts.edu. Event Contact Name: Arik Burakovsky. Event Contact Email: Arik.Burakovsky@tufts.edu.
Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
For more info visit expandingviewpoints.tufts.edu. Tufts Chamber Music
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Students present works for strings, winds, brass, and piano.
Room: Distler Performance Hall. Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Performance. Admission/Cost: Free; no tickets required. Event Contact Name: Anna Griffis. Event Contact Email: anna.griffis@tufts.edu.
Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 8:00 PM.
SYSTEMATIC REVIEW STANDARD AUTHOR TRAINING (November 5, 12, 19)
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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 19, 2026.
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Details to be announced soon!
Open to Public: Yes. Primary Audience: Alumni and Friends. Faculty. Interns and Residents. Postdoctoral Fellows. Staff. Students (Graduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Lecture/Presentation/Seminar. Event Contact Email: fletcherexeced@tufts.edu.
Thursday, November 19, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
For more info visit fletcher.tufts.edu. KBUG: Navigating Race & Ethnicity Abroad
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A candid conversation about race and ethnicity abroad. Please sign up as food will be provided!
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: 740P Milmore Room, Dowling Hall. Open to Public: No.
Thursday, November 19, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
[ENVS] Resonant Landscapes: Listening with Nature and History
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How do we hear the natural world? How has music shaped and reflected our understanding of the environment across time? This lecture explores the deep and evolving relationship between the nature of music and the music of nature. After sampling from both human-created musical works and from the sonic textures of ecosystems, we will consider the connections between sound and place as well as the role of listening as such in an age of environmental crisis.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Curtis Hall Multipurpose Room,
474 Boston Avenue. Open to Public: Yes. Speaker Name: Dr. Jeremy Eichler, Assistant Professor of Music at Tufts University. RSVP Information: https://tufts.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_B-1EoBQXQF2-d_VRsiBK9Q.
Thursday, November 19, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit as.tufts.edu. Guided Writing Practice for International and Multilingual Graduate Students
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Guided Writing Practice for International and Multilingual Graduate Students, Thursdays, 1:30pm – 2:45pm (Thursday, September 17 through Thursday, November 19)
Multilingual and international graduate students: join us for a low-stress weekly writing practice! Each week we will write together, try out new writing skills, explore your writing questions, and discuss our experiences as writers. Build your confidence in writing in English through regular, informal practice in a supportive and fun environment. Meets weekly through mid-semester.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Register via https://tutorfinder.studentservices.tufts.edu/workshops. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Students (Graduate). Event Type: Training/Workshop. RSVP Information: https://tutorfinder.studentservices.tufts.edu/workshops.
Thursday, November 19, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:45 PM.
Fall Community Dinner
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The Tufts International Center cordially invites you to our annual Fall Community Dinner!
Come enjoy a delicious meal and great company. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with students, faculty and staff and make new friends -- all are welcome to attend!
Thursday, November 19th
5:30–8 pm
Breed Memorial Hall, 51 Winthrop Street, Medford
Ticket price: $3
Tickets may be purchased here: https://secure.touchnet.net/C21525_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=3359.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: 51 Winthrop Street, Medford. Wheelchair Accessible: Yes. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Faculty. Postdoctoral Fellows. Staff. Students (Graduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Community Engagement. Event Subject: Global Engagement. RSVP Information: https://secure.touchnet.net/C21525_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=3359. Admission/Cost: $3. Event Contact Name: International Center. Event Contact Email: internationalcenter@tufts.edu. Event Contact Phone: 617-627-3458.
Thursday, November 19, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Writer's Block - StAAR Center Weekly Programs and Accountability Groups
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Writing a dissertation, thesis, capstone, or QP? Just want to co-work with other graduate students? Join us for Writers Block! Writers Block is a weekly, 3-hour writing accountability group for graduate students, providing dedicated time to help you build a regular writing habit into your schedule. Designed for those writing long projects such as theses and dissertations, but open to any graduate student looking for a co-working group.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Register through TutorFinder - Tutor Finder. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Students (Graduate).
Friday, November 20, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
For more info visit tutorfinder.studentservices.tufts.edu. Tufts Third Day Gospel Choir
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Join the 220-voice Tufts Third Day Gospel Choir as they present their fall concert under the direction of David Coleman.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Performance. Admission/Cost: Free; no tickets required. Event Contact Name: Anna Griffis. Event Contact Email: anna.griffis@tufts.edu.
Friday, November 20, 2026, 5:00 PM.
Tufts Jazz Orchestra
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Gumbo: A Celebration of Black Music in America. TJO stirs up a program of Count Basie, Snarky Puppy, Aretha Franklin, and Earth, Wind & Fire, celebrating Black music's deep roots in America. This special concert marks 20 years in the Granoff Music Center, featuring a homecoming of past TJO alumni joining the current ensemble for an unforgettable night. Joel LaRue Smith, director.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Performance. Admission/Cost: Free; no tickets required. Event Contact Name: Anna Griffis. Event Contact Email: anna.griffis@tufts.edu.
Saturday, November 21, 2026, 8:00 PM.
Sunday Concert Series: Tufts Chamber Orchestra
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TCO performs their fall concert under the direction of John Page.
Room: Distler Performance Hall. Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Performance. Admission/Cost: Free; no tickets required. Event Contact Name: Anna Griffis. Event Contact Email: anna.griffis@tufts.edu.
Sunday, November 22, 2026, 3:00 PM.
HNRCA Monday Seminar Series
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The Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging at Tufts University hosts virtual seminars on a variety of topics at the intersection of aging and nutrition research. Talks are held each Monday at noon EST via Zoom (except holidays) and last about an hour, including Q&A. They are open to all and are attended by a diverse audience, including scientists/faculty, students, and trainees.
Online Location Details: https://tufts.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-KRoLBZURHCZCBvSVyKOYA#/registration. Open to Public: Yes. Primary Audience: Alumni and Friends. Faculty. Postdoctoral Fellows. Staff. Students (Graduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Students (Undergraduate). Interns and Residents. Parents. Event Type: Lecture/Presentation/Seminar. Event Subject: Science. RSVP Information: https://hnrca.tufts.edu/seminars/monday-seminar-series. Admission/Cost: Free. Event Contact Name: Andrea O'Neill. Event Contact Email: andrea.oneill@tufts.edu.
Monday, November 23, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit hnrca.tufts.edu. Granoff Music Center Colloquium: Terri Lyne Carrington
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Terri Lyne Carrington (jazz drummer and composer) presents our second colloquium of the semester in the Varis Lecture Hall.
Room: Varis Lecture Hall. Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Performance. Admission/Cost: Free; no tickets required. Event Contact Name: Anna Griffis. Event Contact Email: anna.griffis@tufts.edu.
Monday, November 23, 2026, 12:00 PM.
HNRCA Monday Seminar Series
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The Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging at Tufts University hosts virtual seminars on a variety of topics at the intersection of aging and nutrition research. Talks are held each Monday at noon EST via Zoom (except holidays) and last about an hour, including Q&A. They are open to all and are attended by a diverse audience, including scientists/faculty, students, and trainees.
Online Location Details: https://tufts.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-KRoLBZURHCZCBvSVyKOYA#/registration. Open to Public: Yes. Primary Audience: Alumni and Friends. Faculty. Postdoctoral Fellows. Staff. Students (Graduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Students (Undergraduate). Interns and Residents. Parents. Event Type: Lecture/Presentation/Seminar. Event Subject: Science. RSVP Information: https://hnrca.tufts.edu/seminars/monday-seminar-series. Admission/Cost: Free. Event Contact Name: Andrea O'Neill. Event Contact Email: andrea.oneill@tufts.edu.
Monday, November 30, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit hnrca.tufts.edu. Fresco in Mexico - Tufts SMFA Summer Program
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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…
Online Location Details: https://tufts.zoom.us/j/93065855134?pwd=uo9HdmacCqtbMpdfjb7yMbMWlrOKx7.1&from=addon. Location Details: Zoom. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Students (Undergraduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Event Contact Name: Tufts Global Education. Event Contact Email: globaleducation@tufts.edu.
Monday, November 30, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
#TuftsGivingTuesday
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#TuftsGivingTuesday (#TGT) is Tufts' biggest day of giving of the year and a global day of giving! It's the best time to support a Tufts program, with multiple matches and challenges to maximize the impact of your gift.
Online Location Details: https://give.tufts.edu/tuftsgivingtuesday/?a=14341753. Open to Public: Yes.
Tuesday, December 1, 2026.
For more info visit give.tufts.edu. Deadline Reminder: Summer Program Applications Due to Tufts Global Education
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Applications for the following Tufts Global Education summer programs are due on Dec 1 - visit the included link to access the program information and application page:Chile: Global Public Health and Indigenous Communities (open to all), Costa Rica: Linking Language, Culture, and Tropical Biology (Environmental Studies and Spanish-specific), France: Pictorial Revolutions in 19th Century France (open to all), Mexico: Fresco in Mexico (SMFA-specific but open to all).
Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Students (Graduate). Students (Undergraduate). Event Contact Name: Tufts Global Education. Event Contact Email: globaleducation@tufts.edu.
Tuesday, December 1, 2026.
For more info visit students.tufts.edu. CPR/AED Training
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This training course for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/Automated External Defibrillators (AED) is designed to teach the lifesaving skills necessary to help a friend, family member, neighbor, and all community members in need. This is an instructor-led course that teaches adult, child, and infant CPR. Additionally, the course will teach the use of Automated External Defibrillators (AED).
This class is open to Tufts University students, faculty, and staff and is limited to 20 students per session.
Room: Jean Mayer Admin Bldg - Kohnstamm Conference Room 106. Campus: Grafton campus. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Faculty. Staff. Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Training/Workshop. Event Subject: Health/Wellness. RSVP Information: Register via Tufts Learning Center. Event Contact Email: ready@tufts.edu.
Tuesday, December 1, 2026, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
For more info visit emergency.tufts.edu. Early Music Ensemble: 'Nova angeletta' An Unexpected Angel
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Musical reflections on fate, fortune, morality, and the power of nature and love with music by Arcadelt, Verdelot, Lassus, and Marenzio for Renaissance consort. Jane Hershey, director.
Room: Distler Performance Hall. Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Performance. Admission/Cost: Free; no tickets required. Event Contact Name: Anna Griffis. Event Contact Email: anna.griffis@tufts.edu.
Tuesday, December 1, 2026, 8:00 PM.
A Path to Financial Wellness
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Uncover the essentials of financial wellness to help strengthen your financial foundation and take steps toward a more secure future.
Online Location Details: Registration Link: https://fmr.zoom.us/j/99275233510?pwd=aPhlEnbadh73ZPBUscsr0YKEQb3iKj.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/99275233510?pwd=aPhlEnbadh73ZPBUscsr0YKEQb3iKj.1.
Wednesday, December 2, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Seminar Series: Dr. David Thaisrivongs (Host: Prof. Joshua Kritzer)
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Fall 2026 Chemistry Department Seminar Series
Title: "The Largest Small Molecule: Manufacturing Process for Enlicitide".
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Room P-106. Open to Public: No. Speaker Name: Dr. David Thaisrivongs. Event Contact Name: Marianne O'Connell. Event Contact Email: marianne.o_connell@tufts.edu. Event Contact Phone: 6176272649.
Wednesday, December 2, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Politics and Culture from All Sides: Conservatism and Political Weirdness
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Does political weirdness strengthen or weaken conservatism?
Hosted by the Center for Expanding Viewpoints in Higher Education (CEVIHE) at Tufts University, this weekly series invites Tufts faculty, students, and staff to explore politics and culture by reading controversial books and articles, engaging with faculty discussants and guest speakers, and discussing sensitive political, economic, and social issues with depth, humility, and courage. Each week, participants will encounter sophisticated arguments associated with a diversity of ideological, religious, and cultural worldviews. Lunch will be provided. Please see the workshop schedule here for more details, and please contact us if you want to participate so we can add you to the Canvas site.
Reading: R.J. Snell. “Beware the Cul-De-Sac of Weirdness.” Public Discourse, March 16, 2026.
Discussant: Professor Patrick Forber, Department of Philosophy, .
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Eaton Hall, Room 201. Wheelchair Accessible: Yes. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Faculty. Postdoctoral Fellows. Staff. Students (Graduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Lecture/Presentation/Seminar. Event Subject: Politics/Policy/Law. Humanities. Public Service/Government. RSVP Information: expandingviewpoints@tufts.edu. Event Contact Name: Arik Burakovsky. Event Contact Email: Arik.Burakovsky@tufts.edu.
Wednesday, December 2, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
For more info visit expandingviewpoints.tufts.edu. Tufts Table
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Tufts Table is a community dinner that is free and open to students, faculty, and staff from across all four campuses (Boston, Grafton, Medford/Somerville, and SMFA) at Tufts. Sponsored by the Office of the Vice Provost for Institutional Inclusive Excellence in collaboration with faculty, staff, and student leaders across our four campuses, Tufts Table provides community members who might not otherwise cross paths with the opportunity to make connections and share perspectives on a variety of subjects impacting our community. These subjects include: exploring our intersectional identities, finding a sense of belonging at Tufts, and creating a more inclusive community.
Campus: Boston Health Sciences campus. Location Details: Med Ed Room 114. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Faculty. Staff. Students (Graduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Community Engagement. Event Contact Email: diversity@tufts.edu.
Wednesday, December 2, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Digital Scholarship Conversations: Exploring the Institutional Newspapers Dataset
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Join researchers from the Institutional Data Initiative at Harvard Law School Library and librarians from Boston Public Library for an in-depth look at Institutional Newspapers, a structured dataset derived from public domain digitized newspapers. The dataset, released in August 2026, contains images and text from over 1.4 million pages published between 1795 and 1930, including 83 million individual image crops (or segments) and 16.3 billion o200k_base tokens of VLM OCR text. This presentation will cover the origins of the collaboration between BPL and IDI; the inherent challenges of working with historical newspapers, design decisions made during the project's lifecycle, a detailed overview of the processing steps and output, and the implications of the release of the pipeline code and dataset for future research. This release represents a first step in an ongoing collaboration to scale the project, broaden and deepen our understanding of historical newspapers, and expand computational access to these…
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Digital Design Studio, floor 3 in Tisch Library. Wheelchair Accessible: Yes. Open to Public: Yes. Primary Audience: Faculty. Postdoctoral Fellows. Staff. Students (Graduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Conference/Panel Event/Symposium. Speaker Name: Matteo Cargnelutti and Eben English. RSVP Information: https://tufts.libcal.com/event/17654404. Event Contact Name: Anna Kijas. Event Contact Email: anna.kijas@tufts.edu.
Thursday, December 3, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit tufts.libcal.com. [ENVS] Protecting carbon and communities: Transforming boreal fire management into a climate solution
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Climate change is intensifying boreal wildfires. While fire is a natural process in these northern ecosystems, fires are burning more frequently and severely, with impacts ranging from local to global. Northern Indigenous communities are losing critical ecosystems that support traditional ways of life; smoke from Canadian wildfires is filling lungs across North America; and catastrophic fires are burning deeper into the soil—releasing ancient carbon, accelerating permafrost thaw, and worsening the impacts of climate change across the globe.
In this talk, Kayla dives into the work Woodwell is stewarding to better understand how fire management could be used, shaped, and transformed to better protect communities while minimizing greenhouse gas emissions from wildfire on carbon and permafrost-rich landscapes. This effort involves science, policy, people, compromise and a lot of humility.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Curtis Hall Multipurpose Room,
474 Boston Avenue. Open to Public: Yes. Speaker Name: Kayla Mathes, Research Scientist at the Woodwell Climate Research Center. RSVP Information: https://tufts.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_WAbGb6FVRsKtb38VsEDP-Q.
Thursday, December 3, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit as.tufts.edu. “Arnold J. Kemp: A Reader” Launch & Panel
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Join Tufts University Art Galleries for the book launch of Arnold J. Kemp: Reader and a panel with the artist and Dr. Pamela Lee, Yale University Carnegie Professor of Modern and Contemporary Art, moderated by TUAG curator and co-Interim Director Laurel V. McLaughlin.
Arnold J. Kemp: A Reader is co-published by Tufts University Art Galleries and No Place Press, designed by Geoff Kaplan, and edited by Rachel Churner with contributions from Kemi Adeyemi, Sampada Aranke, Gregg Bordowitz, Huey Copland, Eungie Joo, Arnold J. Kemp, Kevin Killian, Laurel V. McLaughlin, Tausif Noor, Ed Roberson, Stephanie Snyder, and Lynne Tillman.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. RSVP Information: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/arnold-j-kemp-reader-book-launch-panel-tickets-1991799220085.
Thursday, December 3, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
For more info visit artgalleries.tufts.edu. Individualism and Nonconformity in Film: Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind (1984)
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What does moral courage require when every side demands loyalty and violence seems easier than understanding one's adversaries?
Hosted by the Center for Expanding Viewpoints in Higher Education (CEVIHE) in collaboration with the Film and Media Studies Program (FMS), this four-part film series invites Tufts faculty, students, and staff to examine the themes of individualism and nonconformity through screenings of landmark films drawn from a range of historical periods, political contexts, and cinematic traditions. Each session features a full-length film paired with faculty framing and guided discussion, allowing participants to analyze how individuals navigate the tension between personal conscience and collective pressure, and how institutions respond to dissent. The series asks participants to think critically about moral independence, civic responsibility, and the costs and consequences of resisting conformity. Popcorn and pizza will be served. Please see the series schedule here for more information, and…
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Barnum Dana Complex, Room 104. Wheelchair Accessible: Yes. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Faculty. Postdoctoral Fellows. Staff. Students (Graduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Film Screening. Event Subject: Arts. Politics/Policy/Law. Public Service/Government. Event Contact Name: Arik Burakovsky. Event Contact Email: Arik.Burakovsky@tufts.edu.
Thursday, December 3, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
For more info visit cevihe.org. Opera Ensemble
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Wolfi to Weill: Opera, Operetta, and Musical Theater scenes from W.A. Mozart and Kurt Weill. Twenty years ago, the Tufts Opera Ensemble produced a Kurt Weill revue. In honor of the 20th anniversary of the Granoff Center, we are revisiting Weill with current Tufts students and invited Tufts alumni. Carol Mastrodomenico and Thomas Stumpf, directors.
Room: Distler Performance Hall. Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Performance. Admission/Cost: Free; no tickets required. Event Contact Name: Anna Griffis. Event Contact Email: anna.griffis@tufts.edu.
Thursday, December 3, 2026, 8:00 PM.
Writer's Block - StAAR Center Weekly Programs and Accountability Groups
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Writing a dissertation, thesis, capstone, or QP? Just want to co-work with other graduate students? Join us for Writers Block! Writers Block is a weekly, 3-hour writing accountability group for graduate students, providing dedicated time to help you build a regular writing habit into your schedule. Designed for those writing long projects such as theses and dissertations, but open to any graduate student looking for a co-working group.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Register through TutorFinder - Tutor Finder. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Students (Graduate).
Friday, December 4, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
For more info visit tutorfinder.studentservices.tufts.edu. Tufts Composers: New at Noon #3
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Opening New Doors. The Hinge Ensemble, one of Boston's most exciting new music groups, comes to Tufts to workshop new works by Tufts composers.
Room: Distler Performance Hall. Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Performance. Admission/Cost: Free; no tickets required. Event Contact Name: Anna Griffis. Event Contact Email: anna.griffis@tufts.edu.
Friday, December 4, 2026, 12:00 PM.
Private Lessons Recital I
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Students in the Private Lessons program perform solo works.
Room: Distler Performance Hall. Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Performance. Admission/Cost: Free; no tickets required. Event Contact Name: Anna Griffis. Event Contact Email: anna.griffis@tufts.edu.
Saturday, December 5, 2026, 3:00 PM.
Private Lessons Recital II
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Students in the Private Lessons program perform solo works.
Room: Distler Performance Hall. Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Performance. Admission/Cost: Free; no tickets required. Event Contact Name: Anna Griffis. Event Contact Email: anna.griffis@tufts.edu.
Saturday, December 5, 2026, 5:00 PM.
Gamelan Ensembles
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Klenèngan Nujukarsa. Gamelan Laras Tentrem and the Tufts gamelan ensemble, Rinengga Sih Tentrem, perform a concert of Javanese gamelan music with special guest artists I.M. Harjito and Peni Candra Rini. Barry Drummond, director.
Room: Distler Performance Hall. Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Performance. Admission/Cost: Free; no tickets required. Event Contact Name: Anna Griffis. Event Contact Email: anna.griffis@tufts.edu.
Saturday, December 5, 2026, 7:00 PM.
Small Jazz Ensemble Concert
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Paul Ahlstrand and Nando Michelin lead the not-so-small jazz ensembles in Fisher Performance Room.
Room: Fisher Performance Room. Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Performance. Admission/Cost: Free; no tickets required. Event Contact Name: Anna Griffis. Event Contact Email: anna.griffis@tufts.edu.
Sunday, December 6, 2026, 8:00 PM.
HNRCA Monday Seminar Series
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The Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging at Tufts University hosts virtual seminars on a variety of topics at the intersection of aging and nutrition research. Talks are held each Monday at noon EST via Zoom (except holidays) and last about an hour, including Q&A. They are open to all and are attended by a diverse audience, including scientists/faculty, students, and trainees.
Online Location Details: https://tufts.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-KRoLBZURHCZCBvSVyKOYA#/registration. Open to Public: Yes. Primary Audience: Alumni and Friends. Faculty. Postdoctoral Fellows. Staff. Students (Graduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Students (Undergraduate). Interns and Residents. Parents. Event Type: Lecture/Presentation/Seminar. Event Subject: Science. RSVP Information: https://hnrca.tufts.edu/seminars/monday-seminar-series. Admission/Cost: Free. Event Contact Name: Andrea O'Neill. Event Contact Email: andrea.oneill@tufts.edu.
Monday, December 7, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit hnrca.tufts.edu. Seminar Series: Prof. Charles Brooks III (Host: Prof. Xinqiang Ding)
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Fall 2026 Chemistry Department Seminar Series
Title: TBA.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Room P-106. Open to Public: No. Speaker Name: Prof. Charles Brooks III - University of Michigan. Event Contact Name: Marianne O'Connell. Event Contact Email: marianne.o_connell@tufts.edu. Event Contact Phone: 6176272649.
Wednesday, December 9, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Politics and Culture from All Sides: AI and Human Dignity
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What should remain distinctly human in an age of AI?
Hosted by the Center for Expanding Viewpoints in Higher Education (CEVIHE) at Tufts University, this weekly series invites Tufts faculty, students, and staff to explore politics and culture by reading controversial books and articles, engaging with faculty discussants and guest speakers, and discussing sensitive political, economic, and social issues with depth, humility, and courage. Each week, participants will encounter sophisticated arguments associated with a diversity of ideological, religious, and cultural worldviews. Lunch will be provided. Please see the workshop schedule here for more details, and please contact us if you want to participate so we can add you to the Canvas site.
Reading: Pope Leo XIV. Magnifica Humanitas: On Safeguarding the Human Person in the Time of Artificial Intelligence. Encyclical letter, May 15, 2026. Paragraphs 97–100, 112–130, and 143–150.
Discussant: President Sunil Kumar, Tufts University, .
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Eaton Hall, Room 201. Wheelchair Accessible: Yes. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Faculty. Postdoctoral Fellows. Staff. Students (Graduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Students (Undergraduate). Event Type: Lecture/Presentation/Seminar. Event Subject: Politics/Policy/Law. Humanities. Public Service/Government. RSVP Information: expandingviewpoints@tufts.edu. Event Contact Name: Arik Burakovsky. Event Contact Email: Arik.Burakovsky@tufts.edu.
Wednesday, December 9, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
For more info visit expandingviewpoints.tufts.edu. Jumbo Knish Factory
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20 Years of Freylakhs. A night of klezmer dancing to celebrate our last two decades in our Granoff home. Michael McLaughlin, director.
Room: Fisher Performance Room. Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Performance. Admission/Cost: Free; no tickets required. Event Contact Name: Anna Griffis. Event Contact Email: anna.griffis@tufts.edu.
Wednesday, December 9, 2026, 8:00 PM.
[ENVS] Maine’s Kelp Forests: A Case Study in Global Change Biology
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In many regions, rapid ocean warming has triggered the collapse of foundation species and the emergence of novel species, processes, and ecosystem states. Yet, the impacts of emergent "state shifts" on the ecology of our coastal seas, and their recovery potential, remain difficult to predict and manage. In this talk, Dr. Douglas Rasher will discuss a warming-induced state shift that is now unfolding within kelp forests of the Gulf of Maine – one of the fastest warming ocean basins globally. Over the last decade, our science has revealed the dynamics and drivers of this novel state shift, as well as how its effects ripple across all trophic levels, altering ecosystem functioning and resilience. Dr. Rasher will conclude his talk by discussing his work’s implications for kelp forest conservation and restoration, and more broadly how research in the Gulf of Maine can inform the ways in which humans predict and manage global change.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Curtis Hall Multipurpose Room,
474 Boston Avenue. Open to Public: Yes. Speaker Name: Dr. Douglas Rasher, Marine Ecologist at Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences. RSVP Information: https://tufts.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_nu3jJqVJS_uhNcaijET7mg.
Thursday, December 10, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit as.tufts.edu. Pep the Halls
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Join the Tufts Pep Band for a concert dedicated entirely to holiday music. From classic carols to modern seasonal hits, this performance showcases the band’s energy, community, and enthusiasm for bringing people together through festive sound. Michel Muller, director.
Room: Distler Performance Hall. Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Performance. Admission/Cost: Free; no tickets required. Event Contact Name: Anna Griffis. Event Contact Email: anna.griffis@tufts.edu.
Thursday, December 10, 2026, 8:00 PM.
Writer's Block - StAAR Center Weekly Programs and Accountability Groups
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Writing a dissertation, thesis, capstone, or QP? Just want to co-work with other graduate students? Join us for Writers Block! Writers Block is a weekly, 3-hour writing accountability group for graduate students, providing dedicated time to help you build a regular writing habit into your schedule. Designed for those writing long projects such as theses and dissertations, but open to any graduate student looking for a co-working group.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Register through TutorFinder - Tutor Finder. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Students (Graduate).
Friday, December 11, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
For more info visit tutorfinder.studentservices.tufts.edu. Kiniwe
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Attah Poku leads Kiniwe in a performance of music and dance from Ghana.
Room: Distler Performance Hall. Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Performance. Admission/Cost: Free; no tickets required. Event Contact Name: Anna Griffis. Event Contact Email: anna.griffis@tufts.edu.
Friday, December 11, 2026, 8:00 PM.
Family and Children's Concert: Wind Ensemble
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TUWE performs a concert for children and families. Ray Daniels, director.
Room: Distler Performance Hall. Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Performance. Admission/Cost: Free; no tickets required. Event Contact Name: Anna Griffis. Event Contact Email: anna.griffis@tufts.edu.
Saturday, December 12, 2026, 1:00 PM.
Tufts Symphony Orchestra
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TSO presents their fall concert under the direction of John Page.
Room: Distler Performance Hall. Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Performance. Admission/Cost: Free; no tickets required. Event Contact Name: Anna Griffis. Event Contact Email: anna.griffis@tufts.edu.
Saturday, December 12, 2026, 7:00 PM.
Sunday Concert Series: Tufts Flute Ensemble
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The Flute Ensemble celebrates Granoff's 20th anniversary with a fun, intriguing, and varied program of music from the 17th to the 21st century featuring bass, alto, C flute, and piccolo. Nina Barwell, director.
Room: Distler Performance Hall. Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Performance. Admission/Cost: Free; no tickets required. Event Contact Name: Anna Griffis. Event Contact Email: anna.griffis@tufts.edu.
Sunday, December 13, 2026, 3:00 PM.
Student Recital: Joseph Peterson, voice
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Tufts student Joseph Peterson presents a voice recital in Distler Performance Hall.
Room: Distler Performance Hall. Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Performance. Admission/Cost: Free; no tickets required. Event Contact Name: Anna Griffis. Event Contact Email: anna.griffis@tufts.edu.
Sunday, December 13, 2026, 7:00 PM.
Granoff Music Center Colloquium: Katherine Bergeron
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Katherine Bergeron (Musicologist, President Emeritus, Connecticut College) presents the final colloquium of the fall semester in the Varis Lecture Hall.
Room: Varis Lecture Hall. Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Performance. Admission/Cost: Free; no tickets required. Event Contact Name: Anna Griffis. Event Contact Email: anna.griffis@tufts.edu.
Monday, December 14, 2026, 12:00 PM.
Tufts Arab Music Ensemble
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Tufts Arab Music Ensemble performs a selection of instrumental and vocal music that represents a wide range of genres within the Arab world. Naseem Alatrash, director.
Room: Distler Performance Hall. Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Performance. Admission/Cost: Free; no tickets required. Event Contact Name: Anna Griffis. Event Contact Email: anna.griffis@tufts.edu.
Monday, December 14, 2026, 8:00 PM.
Write Here! Scholarly Writing Retreat
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The Write Here!: Scholarly Writing Program at Tufts is an initiative by the Office of the Vice Provost for Faculty (OVPF) to help faculty prioritize their writing in a supportive, structured environment.
Join us for an all‑day writing retreat designed to give you dedicated time and a supportive space to make progress on your writing. Enjoy uninterrupted writing blocks, a quiet and welcoming environment, and the chance to connect with colleagues across disciplines. We’ll provide lunch, snacks, and refreshments throughout the day so you can stay focused and energized.
Room: Alumnae Hall. Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Faculty. Event Type: Training/Workshop. Event Subject: Career Development. RSVP Information: https://tufts.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cutHzQqhycfTuei. Event Contact Name: Gabriela Vargas. Event Contact Email: faculty@tufts.edu. Event Contact Phone: 617-627-4955.
Thursday, December 17, 2026, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Community Music Adult Chamber Music and Voice Class Concert
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Participants in the Adult Chamber Music and Voice Class perform in Distler Performance Hall.
Room: Distler Performance Hall. Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Performance. Admission/Cost: Free; no tickets required. Event Contact Name: Anna Griffis. Event Contact Email: anna.griffis@tufts.edu.
Thursday, December 17, 2026, 8:00 PM.
Tufts Youth Philharmonic
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TYP presents their fall concert under the direction of Ken Yanagisawa.
Room: Distler Performance Hall. Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Performance. Admission/Cost: Free; no tickets required. Event Contact Name: Anna Griffis. Event Contact Email: anna.griffis@tufts.edu.
Friday, December 18, 2026, 6:30 PM.
Community Music Showcase Day
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Description forthcoming.
Room: Distler Performance Hall. Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Open to Public: Yes. Event Type: Performance. Admission/Cost: Free; no tickets required. Event Contact Name: Anna Griffis. Event Contact Email: anna.griffis@tufts.edu.
Saturday, December 19, 2026, 8:00 AM.