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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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Ginn Library (The Fletcher School)

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

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New & Notable

Tisch Scholars Make Their Mark

Two former participants are hard at work protecting the earth and its people
Out on the Playing Field

Mike Balaban, F75, fights to end discrimination against LGBT athletes
Love Match

Match Day 2017 found some Tufts medical students happily planning solo trips across the country, and some couples breathing a sigh of relief because they’ll be able to stay together
Championship Dreams Dashed

Top-ranked Amherst knocks off Jumbos, 52-29, in NCAA Division III women’s basketball title match
Our Impressive Seniors

Awards ceremony honors 12 soon-to-be graduates on April 8
Kenya Barris to Deliver 2017 Commencement Address

Film and TV writer and producer, creator of “Black-ish,” is among seven honorary degree recipients

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