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Tufts is a leader in American higher education, distinctive for its success as a moderately sized university that excels at research and providing students with a personal experience. Our unique combination of research and liberal arts attracts students, faculty and staff who thrive in our environment of curiosity, creativity and engagement.

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Tisch Library

Ginn Library (The Fletcher School)

Hirsh Health Sciences Library

Webster Family Library (Veterinary)

W. Van Alan Clark, Jr. Library (SMFA)

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Brighter World The Campaign for Tufts

UPDATE: Tufts announces fall 2020 semester plans

New & Notable

We All Scream for Livestreams

The Tufts University Social Collective's online programming offers a sense of community for Jumbos amid COVID-19
Peek into Fall Academics at the School of Arts and Sciences and School of Engineering

Faculty are planning new classes and revamping coursework to take advantage of virtual learning and give students a first-class academic experience
Summer Book Recommendations

What’s worth reading? Tufts faculty, staff, and alumni share their favorite books
Fall Plans for Tufts Announced

The Schools of Arts and Sciences and Engineering begin the fall semester on September 8 with undergraduates on campus; graduate and professional schools’ plans announced, too.
Quarantine Eats

Three Tufts alumni share tips for quick and creative cooking during the pandemic
Music is Medicine for the Soul

These Tufts medical professionals double as musicians who record performances to lift the spirits of health care workers amid COVID-19

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