University lab discovers fascinating new ion channel
Professor Christopher Miller (BCHM) co-authored a paper on the structure of a newly discovered fluoride-exporting ion channel. This channel, which removes ions toxic to certain microorganisms, has a particularly unique structure that fascinates scientists. Meanwhile, as Professor Miller is out of the country, students at Brandeis conduct research in his lab on fluoride carriers. The […]
High Holiday Hiatus: Blessing or Curse
The smell of fall is in the air, and along with pleasant weather, changing leaves and pumpkin spice lattes, autumn at Brandeis is filled with several Jewish holidays. On most college campuses, observant Jewish students must miss class to celebrate these holidays, but since there is such a large Jewish population at Brandeis, and it […]
Michael Corn joins Univ information security
It was announced last week that Michael Corn has joined Brandeis staff as Chief Information Security and Privacy Officer and Deputy CIO. Corn will begin at Brandeis on Nov. 11. While he describes his education as a “train of thought (that) took the scenic route,” Corn will now be responsible for various tasks, from handling […]
Law school may become one year shorter
According to the Princeton Review, 13 percent of Brandeis graduates will attend law school. Law school can be an adventurous and joyous time for students who wish to dedicate their careers to upholding justice. With the prevalence of economic insecurity among college graduates, attending law school can be a method of ensuring a more secure […]
Brandeis to be impacted little by government shutdown
In the aftermath of the shutdown of the federal government, Brandeis will experience minimal impact. Most services will still be available, including financial aid and research operations, although some federal website resources have been negatively affected. PubMed, a resource many students access to find scientific journal articles, will still be operational during the shutdown, as […]
Student blood donors multiply
Recently awarded the Life Share Program Silver Level Award for increased turnout of donors within the Brandeis Community, the Waltham Group hosted its annual October blood drive in conjunction with the American Red Cross this past Monday through Wednesday. The drive was one of three sponsored throughout the year, occurring in February and April as […]
Professor combines classics and chemistry to unravel ancient mysteries
Researchers at Brandeis University are unique in both their discoveries and backgrounds. Professor Andrew Koh (CLAS) unearthed an unusual find in Tel Kabri, Israel, this summer, with classicists, archaeologists and laboratory scientists. In a palatial complex, 40 large perfume vessels were found largely intact, creating great mystery as to their survival and importance. Beginning his […]
“Rush” pits rival racers in a cinematically splendid film
The movie “Rush” portrays a historic battle between two Formula 1 drivers at the height of their powers—James Hunt and Niki Lauda. In the 1970s the two raced for McLaren and Ferrari respectively, but in vastly differing styles. Hunt was the definition of a party boy, who spent his time looking for the thrill of […]
Wacky Rapper Strikes Gold with Seriousness
In the contemporary hip-hop landscape, artists with big personalities and raunchy lyrics are pretty much everywhere. The club “banger” market of pounding bass and encouraging illicit behavior is seemingly endless, and the Internet has provided careers to independent artists such as Trinidad James, Waka Flocka Flame and Chief Keef, and countless DJs who get paid […]
“The Seagull” starts slow but enthralls audiences
Exploring distraught mother-son relationships, marriages tainted by romantic affairs and the tortures of fame, The Brandeis Theater Company’s production of “The Seagull,” although slow to start, quickly enthralled the audience through its dramatic and comedic performances. Written by Anton Chekhov, the play was originally produced in 1896, with its opening night a complete failure. Reportedly, […]
Gatsby Screening a Quiet Success
On Saturday night, about 30 students gathered in Schwartz auditorium to watch a special screening of “The Great Gatsby,” starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire, Carey Mulligan and Joel Edgerton. The movie follows Yale graduate and hopeful writer Nick Carraway, who moves to the West Egg neighborhood of Long Island, New York from Chicago. After giving […]
10 Fall Movies to Keep on Your Radar
The fall film season is often stereotyped as a time when movie studios release the films they thought wouldn’t make enough money to compete with summer’s blockbuster hits. This year, however, anticipates the release of several big-budget blockbusters as well as many potential Oscar contenders and under-the-radar indie films from Sept. 22 to Dec. 22. […]
Renowned professor emeritus honored with concert
Composer and professor of music at Brandeis for almost 40 years, Harold Shapero made a huge impact in the field of classical music. Born in April of 1920, he became a central figure in the neo-classicism style of composition. Known for writing piano sonatas and eventually full symphonies, Shapero was also a professor who motivated […]
