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Stay Focused! You are Almost There.
With the final exam period in full swing we wanted to give you some continued words of encouragement. You got this!
This was not the semester anyone thought it would be. The Brandeis community, however, came together in true "Judges" fashion and rose to the challenge. We heard from you that remote learning was challenging. We heard from you that you missed your friends. We heard from you that we are better together. We agree.
Whether you are done with finals or are in the thick of them, please know that we are here for you now and will be over the summer. We will take our usual break over the summer with our
e-newsletters but will be sure to reach out if and when information needs to be disseminated.
Stay focused. Stay positive. All of this may mean fine tuning of goals or pla
ns. Take this time to figure out and readjust what that means for you. Use this as a test of your resilience, creativity, and perseverance.
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Academic Dates & Resources
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Please note these very important date reminders and changes to the
Wednesday, May 6 - Thursday, May 14:
Final exam period
Monday, May 18:
Last day for graduating seniors to convert current term enrollments to a "P."
Tuesday, June 30:
All work for spring term 2020 incompletes due to instructors.

Click
here
for instructions on how to add the "Brandeis Academic Calendar" to your google calendar.
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Excused Incomplete and Excused Absence Option
We recognize that the adjustment to remote learning may have taken some time, and want to make sure that you know of this option for the end of this semester.
If you find yourself unable to complete the final assignments or exam for a course by the due date, please connect with the instructor of the course to discuss taking an
excused incomplete (for final papers and assignments) or an excused absence (final exam to be taken at the start of the fall semester)
in the class. Your course instructor will be able to talk with you about establishing new due dates for the work (prior to June 1 for seniors; prior to June 30 for other students) and guidelines for work submission. In the case of an EA, the student would agree to take the exam, proctored by the instructor between now and September 10, 2020, or during the make-up exam period at the start of the Fall 2020 semester.
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Announcement for Seniors:
Dear Graduating Seniors,
Each year we celebrate the faculty and staff who have made a positive difference in your lives during your time at Brandeis University. In lieu of the annual Senior Week Faculty-Staff Appreciation event, we invite you to submit words of appreciation to thank those who have assisted, mentored, and supported you throughout your college journey. We will share your remarks with those you have written about and/or post your remarks, if you would like us to do so.
Forms will be accepted until May 20, 2020.
Thank you!
Elaine Wong
Senior Associate Dean of Arts and Sciences
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Academic Services Unit Updates
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BUGS: Finals Tutoring Sessions
BUGS tutors will be available for tutoring help during the finals period. Tutors can assist you with exam preparation and review as you work to finish your courses. Please see the schedule below to find your subject area tutor.
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Roosevelt Fellow Survey
The Roosevelt Fellows are looking for your feedback!
Whether or not you met with the Roosevelt Fellows this year, please take a few minutes to complete our
end of year survey
so we can improve the program! The deadline to complete the survey is
Friday, May 24
. Participants will be entered into a raffle to win one of two $25 Amazon gift cards. Thank you in advance and have a restful summer!
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Student Accessibility Support (SAS)
Final Exam Accommodations:
Your faculty will be responsible for providing your approved academic accommodations for final exams. If your faculty member has any questions, please direct them to reach out to Student Accessibility Support (
access@brandeis.edu
).
If you have any questions about accommodations, need strategy or organizational support, or would just like to talk with us, please reach out to
access@brandeis.edu
or feel free to directly email an accessibility specialist.
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Pre-Health Advising
Virtual daily drop in appointments have ended for the semester. Staff will be available over the summer for appointments. If you do have questions or to set up an appointment contact
pre-health via email at pha@brandeis.edu.
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Academic Fellowships
Academic Fellowships at Brandeis provides support and mentoring to undergraduate students and recent alumni pursuing nationally competitive fellowships and scholarships as well as on- and off-campus research opportunities. Throughout the summer, we will be sending out weekly email updates with information about particular fellowship opportunities, application tips, deadline reminders, and more. If you would like to receive these emails, please email
fellowships@brandeis.edu
letting us know your preferred email address, and we'll add you to the list. Have a wonderful summer!
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Student Support Services Program Update
Congratulations Seniors! Dream. Persevere. Succeed. We would like to recognize the accomplishments of the graduating seniors of Student Support Services. You have triumphed to achieve this significant milestone and we are so proud of you.
As the semester draws to a close, we want to wish everyone the best with finals. This semester you all have transcended in the most unprecedented times. You have been strong and courageous. In the event that you experience extenuating circumstances know that the SSSP team is available to support you. Email us to be in touch.

We are available over the summer break for advising meetings. If you need assistance with registration for summer or fall classes, the pass/fail option, reviewing your graduation requirements, or planning your majors, tutoring be in touch with us. We look forward to connecting with you.
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Fall 2020 BUGS Positions Available
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Biochemistry 88b, 100a
Economics 184
German 10a, 30a
Hispanic Studies 10a, 20b, 32a, 34a
Italian 10a, 30a
Japanese 10a, 30a
Korean 10a, 30a
Music 101a, 102a, 103a, 104a
Physics 10a, 11a, 15a, 18a, 19a
Study Skills
Interested in becoming part of the team?
Apply for a BUGS position by submitting your resume and cover letter on
Workday
.
Have questions about what the position entails? Contact
Julia Mani
, BUGS coordinator for more information.
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Resources from Campus Partners
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Library Happenings
Consider submitting your work for the Library's
Research Excellence Prize
! Submissions are due Friday, May 14! Submissions can range from UWS research papers to senior research projects.
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Virtual Stressbusters from HAWP
(Health and Wellness Programmers)
Deep breath. You got this. Keep your stress in check by planning your study time (including breaks!) and taking advantage of the Virtual Stressbusters listed below.
Daily Stressbusters from HAWP
Monday, April 27 through end of final exams
Sponsored by the Office of Health and Wellness Promotion (HAWP).
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Fall 2020 Diversity Course Offerings
At Brandeis, you are encouraged to learn about a wide variety of human societies, cultures, and countries and about the causes and consequences of differences among racial, ethnic, religious, and other groups.
A sampling of the Fall 2020 courses that address these issues can be found on
this website
and by clicking the image to the left.
we hope that you will consider including some of them in your studies and share the list with students in your major/minor. They are grouped under “Religion, Race, and Culture,” “Global Perspectives,” and “Gender and Sexuality” though naturally many of the courses intersect these groupings.
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