OURI Forum
Join the Office of University Research and Innovation for the OURI Forum on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, from 3:30–5:00 p.m. (ET) via Zoom to learn about our units, explore our programs and initiatives, and participate in a Q&A session with our leadership.
Please register here to attend. You can also submit any questions for the Q&A portion of the forum in the registration form. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with the Zoom details and an option to add the event to your calendar. A reminder email will also be sent one hour before the forum begins.
The forum will be recorded and posted online for those who are unable to attend.
Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Faculty. Postdoctoral Fellows. Staff. Students (Graduate). Students (Postdoctoral). Students (Undergraduate). RSVP Information: https://tufts.zoom.us/meeting/register/GAdpeu6_SOy9DbBJojk32w. Event Contact Email: ouri@tufts.edu.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.
For more info visit tufts.zoom.us. Indigenous Roots of Wellness: Connecting Ancestral Wisdom and Community Health
Lunch and Learn, An opportunity to hear about the research from current Tufts students and facultyDate: October 8th, 11:30am-1:00pm, Location: Alumnae Lounge - 40 Talbot Ave, Medford MA 02155, Hybrid - Zoom link will be sent to those who register, Schedule: 11:15 am - Doors open, 11:30 am - 12:00 pm - Lunch and live music, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm - Formal program with guest speakers (livestreamed).
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Alumnae Lounge. Open to Public: No. RSVP Information: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf4f7SEz9mwiezSckRrxweZYNj0lajED4Gh0fUYgnbATlcIhw/viewform?usp=dialog. Admission/Cost: 0. Event Contact Name: Office of the Vice Provost for Inclusive Institutive Excellence. Event Contact Email: diversity@tufts.edu.
Thursday, October 8, 2026, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM.
Faculty Forum for Experiential Teaching and Learning
Join faculty colleagues for an interactive forum to explore what experiential learning is, discover how it can take shape across disciplines, and exchange ideas for bringing experiential approaches into your own classroom. This event is co-sponsored by CELT, the Office of the Vice Provost of Education, and the Education Subcommittee of the Faculty Senate. Lunch will be provided.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Wheelchair Accessible: Yes. Open to Public: No. Primary Audience: Faculty. Postdoctoral Fellows. Staff. Event Type: Conference/Panel Event/Symposium. Event Subject: Education. Innovation. RSVP Information: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSclJ9ffo3i9_NkSjS6yeqb1SQZAMJDZxjaIyXzTlNoQIsUMLw/viewform?usp=header. Event Contact Name: Nicholas Covaleski. Event Contact Email: Nicholas.Covaleski@tufts.edu.
Friday, October 9, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Indigenous People's Day, Seeds of the Dawnland—Community Celebration
Community Celebration, Join us anytime between 11:30am-2:30pm for food, performances, workshops, and more! Date: October 11th, 11:30am-2:30pm, Location: Residential Quad - 190 Packard Ave, Medford MA 02155, Schedule: 11:30 am - 12:00 pm - Welcome & Lunch, 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm - Performances, interactive workshops, games, and more, Local vendors will be present throughout the duration of the event.
Campus: Medford/Somerville campus. Location Details: Residential Quad. Open to Public: No. RSVP Information: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf4f7SEz9mwiezSckRrxweZYNj0lajED4Gh0fUYgnbATlcIhw/viewform?usp=dialog. Admission/Cost: 0. Event Contact Name: Office of the Vice Provost for Inclusive Institutive Excellence. Event Contact Email: diversity@tufts.edu.
Sunday, October 11, 2026, 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM.
Mentor Space
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 14, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
For more info visit docs.google.com. Mentor Space
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. Mentor Space
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. Write Here! Scholarly Writing Retreat
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.