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Wednesday, April 2:

• Last day to drop semester courses (by 11:59pm).
• Last day for graduate students to change grading basis for semester courses to audit (instructor's permission required).
• Last day to request a medical underload.

Wednesday, April 9:

• Last day to drop Module II courses.
• Last day for graduate students to change grading option of Module II courses to audit (instructor's permission required).

Monday, April 14 - Friday, April 18

• Passover: No University Exercises- administrative offices open*.

*Administrative offices close at 12noon on Friday, 4/18.

Wednesday, April 23 - Friday, May 9:

• Course registration period for fall term 2025.

Wednesday, April 30:

• Last day of instruction. Last day to voluntarily withdraw from the term (written notification required).

Learn how to subscribe to the "Brandeis Academic Calendar" on your google calendar.



Access the full Spring 2025 academic calendar on the Registrar's website.

TODAY, Wednesday, April 2nd is the Last Day to Drop Semester Courses

Courses must be dropped in Workday by 11:59pm.

BUGS- Hiring Tutors for Fall 2025

Are you interested in supporting fellow students and passionate about a certain class or topic? Apply to be a tutor in Academic Services for the next academic year with the BUGS and/or SSSP programs! Get paid AND make a difference!

Access Academic Advising at Gosman!

Academic advisors Dana McCullough and Katie Dunn will be hosting advising hours in the Gosman Lounge for all students.

Students should book their appointments up to one week in advance. Upcoming sessions will be held on:



April 8 and 22

You can be book an appointment using this link.

Paving Your Way to Grad School GenOne Network Event!

Paving Your Way to Grad School!

Join the Gen One Network on Thursday, April 10th, from 6:00–7:30 PM at the International Lounge for an evening of guidance, insights, and connections to help you picture what grad school may look like for you.

Hear from First-Gen professionals in Law, Medicine, Business, and Public Health as they share their journey toward grad school and some advice. Stay for breakout tables, networking, and yummy food.

This event will have: 

• Presentation – Learn why grad school matters, how to prepare, and what resources can support you.
• First-Gen Alumni Panel – Hear from professionals in Law, Medicine, Business, and Public Health about their experiences, challenges, and advice.
• Networking – Get guidance, ask questions, and connect with alumni and advisors.
• Free Food!

First-Gen Conference:

Hosted by Babson's First-Gen Organization

We are so excited to announce a First-Gen Conference led by Babson College's First-Gen Organization, Semillas Society! 

Please complete this RSVP form to join us on Saturday, April 5th, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. There are only a few spots left.

This conference is a must-attend for any first-generation students looking to connect with other first-Gen leaders, attend impactful workshops designed to empower their journey, and make invaluable connections at their career fair.

BEMCo's CPR Certification Classes are Open!

BEMCo has released the last set of classes for the Spring Semester. Trainings will now cost $20 per person. Please have cash or a check ready at the beginning of class. Sign up now through this website: https://www.brandeis.edu/bemco/cpr/index or by scanning the QR code!

If you have questions about the course, email BEMCo's Education Coordinator (bemcoeducation@brandeis.edu). If you have further questions about the HWL requirement feel free to reach out to me, any other academic advisor, or a Roosevelt Fellow. 

Student Accessibility Support (SAS) Updates

Final Exam Reschedule Request Form is Available starting on Tuesday, April 1st.

The final exam schedule for Spring 2025 is posted! If you are approved for an extended time accommodation and have two exams scheduled on the same day, you can request to reschedule one of your exams and take it on Tuesday, May 13th, at 10am in Schwartz 112 during the Conflict Resolution exam period. The Final Exam Reschedule Request Form will be available on the Registrar's website starting on Tuesday, April 1st and needs to be submitted by Wednesday, April 30th.

Evening Assignment Accountability Hours for the Spring Semester!

The SAS Fellows and BUGS Study Skills Tutors hold evening assignment accountability hours during the semester Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 7pm - 9pm in the Library:

Tuesdays: Goldfarb Library (Mezzanine), Gardner Jackson Room

Wednesdays: Farber Library (Mezzanine), Group Study Room 2

This is open to all students who need a quiet place to study outside of their residence hall room and benefit from doing homework alongside peers (body doubling)! A peer student leader will always be present at the Assignment Accountability Hours in case a student needs help with time management/organization support.  Free snacks will be provided!!!  Finally, we are offering an incentive this semester that if you attend at least 5 sessions you will be entered into a raffle to win a prize!! 

Accommodation Letter

If you already have approved accommodations you can use this job aid with instructions to download your accommodation letter from faculty. You must send this letter to professors yourself in order for accommodations to be implemented. If you need a change to your accommodations or if you don't have approved accommodations and think you may qualify, please email access@brandeis.edu to schedule an appointment with an Accessibility Specialist. If you are approved for a notetaker accommodation and have not requested notetakers for your courses yet, please find the request link in your email and submit it as soon as possible. If you need SAS to re-send the link, please contact us at access@brandeis.edu.

SAS Fellows are back for the Spring 2025 semester!

Our SAS Fellows, peer support program, hold office hours throughout the semester, Monday - Friday, 12pm - 2pm, in the Academic Services/Student Financial Services lobby (Usdan Student Center, east entrance, up the main staircase) on the couches by the far windows. The SAS Fellows can support you with organizing your upcoming assignments, communicating with instructors, finding campus resources, getting homework done, and navigating accessibility issues. You can schedule an appointment ahead of time easily using the calendar OR drop-in during their in-person scheduled office hours. Please note that there will not be SAS Fellows office hours on days that there are no classes in session. Are you unable to make the office hours, but still want to connect with the SAS Fellows? You can email them at SASFellows@brandeis.edu and they will respond to your email during their working hours!

Deisvergent meets on Thursdays, 3pm - 4pm, in SCC 314! 

Join other students who identify as neurodiverse or neurodivergent and support one another! Deisvergent is a student-run Neurodiversity/Neurodivergence affinity group that is social and supportive and can evolve based on the interests of group members. This group meets on Thursdays, 3pm - 4pm, in the Shapiro Campus Center (SCC) Room 314. Also, Deisvergent has started a Discord for interested members to connect with one another (please use the flyer with the QR code). Please email student leaders Hannan Canavan and Christina Waring at Deisvergent@brandeis.edu with any questions. Fidgets and art supplies are provided at meetings!

Other Accessibility Resources

-If you experience or hear about an accessibility issue of any kind, please report it to us so we can look into it!

-Follow us on Instagram (@brandeis_sas) for SAS updates, resources, and events.

-Visit the SAS Website for more information about accommodations and accessibility at Brandeis.

Academic Fellowships at Brandeis

The primary goal of Academic Fellowships at Brandeis is to support students’ academic growth and development. The process of applying for a competitive fellowship or research opportunity can help you clarify your goals and set in motion a plan to achieve them. A Fellowship Advisor can help you learn more about which opportunities are a good match for your interests and then guide you through the application process, from developing your initial ideas all the way through writing your proposal or essays and ultimately submitting your application. Academic Fellowships at Brandeis works with students in every class year, from any background, with any GPA, and in any area of interest. Whether you are just beginning your academic journey or already have a specific research project or fellowship application in mind, we look forward to helping you make the most of the available opportunities at Brandeis and beyond! 

Fulbright U.S. Student Program

Have you ever thought about conducting scientific research in South Africa? Teaching English in Sri Lanka? Pursuing a Master's degree in Sweden? Brandeis seniors and recent graduates have won Fulbright grants to support these and other year-long research projects all over the world. If you are interested in applying this fall for a grant that would start in the fall of 2026, or if you'd just like to learn more about the program and whether it's a match for you, reach out to fellowships@brandeis.edu to opt in to our "Fulbright Updates" email list or to set up an individual advising appointment. Current juniors and graduating seniors interested in spending time abroad after graduation are especially encouraged to apply. (Please note that the Fulbright U.S. Student Program is a US government-sponsored program and applicants must be citizens or nationals of the United States of America at the time of application; permanent residents are not eligible.)

Thinking of applying for a Rhodes, Marshall, Schwarzman, Churchill or Gates-Cambridge Scholarship?

Applications are due very early in the fall semester, so current juniors and seniors should start thinking about these opportunities NOW! You can learn more about specific fellowship opportunities here, or schedule an appointment with Meredith Monaghan by emailing fellowships@brandeis.edu, either to talk about a specific fellowship application or to explore which opportunities might be a good match for you.  

Fellowships Email List 

If you're thinking about applying for a fellowship in the future, or just want to learn more about what opportunities are available, you may wish to sign up for our weekly newsletter, where we share information about particular fellowship opportunities, application tips, deadline reminders, and more. To opt in to receiving these updates, please email fellowships@brandeis.edu and we'll add you to the list!

University Writing Center Workshops!

UWS Workshop Series Part III: Research Essay

The final installment of the UWS Workshop series will explore the research essay. A primary concern for this assignment is establishing an arguable thesis that is based on research but inspired by your personal ideas. Achieving the delicate balance between evidence and speculation that is essential for this assignment is always tricky, not just for undergraduates!

In this workshop, we will focus on the outlining process (incorporating research into a rhetorical scaffolding) and the development of a strong thesis statement. Students are encouraged to join in no matter what stage they are at in the writing process. There will be opportunity to share your progress and to ask questions. 



Friday, April 4, 12:00–1:00 pm

Tuesday, April 8, 1:00–2:00 pm

Research and Writing in the Archives

A workshop co-taught by the Brandeis Library and University Writing Center

This workshop offers helpful guidance for planning and conducting original research in archives and special collections. Topics covered will include defining archives and special collections and how they are organized; defining research needs and finding relevant archives; reading and note-taking strategies while in the archives; and digital tools to assist in the research process. Even if you've already visited archives before, this workshop features exercises that are helpful at any stage in the writing and research process.

Best for anyone working with archival materials.

Monday, April 7, 12:00–1:00 pm