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Congratulations to the Class of 2019
Actor and activist Alfre Woodard delivered the Commencement address. Watch her speech, see more photos and videos, and share your own special moments using the hashtag #Tufts2019.
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Nadeem Karimbux Named Dean of School of Dental Medicine
A distinguished leader in dental education, he focuses on integration, collaboration, and interprofessional education.
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Meet the 'Father of Contemporary A Cappella'
"A cappella is a part of the human DNA,” said Deke Sharon, A91, in a Tufts podcast. “I am hoping to give other people that experience and spread what I call harmony through harmony."
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Diversity and Inclusion
Diversity and Inclusion
"Tufts represents more than an opportunity to educate oneself. It offers a place to be oneself.”
— President Anthony P. Monaco
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Global Leadership
Global Leadership
With more than 1,700 international students, 450 international faculty and scholars, and 6,000 alumni living outside of the United States, our global community is an essential part of our identity.
Tufts is committed to global engagement and international research.
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Innovation
Innovation
Our community thrives on embracing complex issues and marshaling the capacities of our unique constellation of schools to develop innovative approaches to local and global challenges.
Societal Impact
Societal Impact
We encourage our students, alumni, faculty and staff to connect with the community on local, national and global levels. Through leadership, partnership, mentorship, service and discussion, the active citizens of the Tufts community use their knowledge and research to develop solutions to social challenges.
Sustainability
Sustainability
From class projects and cutting-edge research, to extracurricular activities and internships, sustainability is an integral part of Tufts life. We offer numerous opportunities to get involved in developing solutions to local and global sustainability challenges.
Transformative Experiences
Transformative Experiences
We are committed to providing every student with ample opportunity for transformative experiences within and beyond the classroom.
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Inspiring Path to Becoming a VeterinarianGetting to and through veterinary school wasn’t easy or simple for class speaker Cindy Cesar, but her mission was always clear
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Why is even a small cough a big problem in a racehorse?Professor Melissa Mazan, V93, a board-certified internist and pulmonology expert at Tufts Equine Center, explains
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Jumbos Advance in NCAAsMen’s and Women’s Lacrosse move forward, and Baseball wins NESCAC Championship and heads to NCAAs
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Tufts People
Creating a New Life
Javier Rincon, E19, whose parents are immigrants, came to Tufts as an undergraduate after serving almost a decade in the Marines.
Claiming My Identity
Michelle Nguyen, A22, talks about growing up different and her love of learning.
Bringing Mindfulness to Campus
Tufts’ first Buddhist chaplain talks about working with students—and gives advice on starting a contemplative practice.
Our Tufts: No Judgment Here
Walter Bentson, SMFA campus security officer, talks about his job and the people he meets.
Helping Students Aspire to STEM Careers
Ellise LaMotte, new director of the Center for STEM Diversity, aims to help even more underrepresented students achieve success in those fields.