If you’re itching to get involved in the a cappella scene at Brandeis, Rather be Giraffes (RBG) may be just what you are looking for! The Hoot sat down with RBG’s president, Morgan Collens ’26,...

On Nov. 6, the University officially released a decision to derecognize the Brandeis chapter of Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP). University President Ron Liebowitz made the announcement in his letter that “this decision was...

As the rain patters down the leaves of the canopy above, falling onto the foliage-filled ground, a swish of leaf litter flies onto the path in front of you. Quickly, you look up and see...

Fancy a spooky Halloween, but not a party animal? Looking to go to a haunted house, but do not want to go off campus? The Spingold Theater could be your best place to go during...

The past week’s biggest events around the world, summarized. MIKE JOHNSON ELECTED AS US HOUSE SPEAKER. On Wednesday, Oct. 25, House Republicans unanimously elected Representative Mike Johnson, R-LA., to the office of Speaker of the...

The 75th Anniversary celebrations were a great success last weekend. In three days, a plethora of activities were held around campus, featuring current students, parents and alumni, with multiple divisions involved in the planning. The...

In 1948, Brandeis University was founded by the American Jewish community as the Jewish people and other ethnic and racial minorities were facing discrimination in higher education. Named after Louis Dembitz Brandeis, the first Jewish...

There are many opportunities for the most active of Brandeis students to engage in physical activities, but there is nothing quite like having the chance to be a part of the one and only Brandeis...

When you think of Greece, what is the first thing that comes to your mind? The rich cultural heritage of the Acropolis of Athens? The various islands for a perfect summer vacation? The origin of...

One of Brandeis’ most notable alumni, Drew Weissman ’81, GSAS MA’81, P’15, H’23, has been gaining coverage recently for his research in the field of messenger RNA, which has led to his award of a...

Two weeks ago, The Hoot interviewed a group of students from the class of 2027, who shared their perspectives of Brandeis so far and expressed their expectation of their upcoming college life. Shifting gears from...

Want to get in touch with Judaism but don’t know where to start? Then Baruch is definitely the club for you! This week, we delve into one of the oldest and most accepting reform groups...

On Sunday, Sep. 17, 2023, the U.S. News and World Report released the new 2024 Best Colleges ranking. It was a significant shock to the Brandeis community, as Brandeis University dropped 16 spots, from #44...

If you’ve ever wondered how you can give back to your community while dealing with the constraints of being a full time student, then look no further! This week, we are talking all about a...

Happy second week of school! Returning students, hope you are all thriving or surviving; new students, hope you have already got a sense of how Brandeis is like. What does the class of 2027 think...

With a multitude of clubs at arm’s reach, it may be difficult to figure out which ones are the right fit for you. This week, we shed light on a club that promises they are...

         There is nothing like stepping into a room and seeing books, wall to wall. Better yet, there is nothing like seeing a room filled with books that you can take home to read—at any time....

Editor’s Note: This speech was delivered by Prof. David Katz at the Phi Beta Kappa commencement ceremony earlier this year. Ron DeSantis … those are words that can stop a Phi Beta Kappa commencement speech...

Hello, Brandeis class of 2027! At this moment, you are probably feeling some strange combination of excitement, anticipation, anxiety, dread and uncertainty. At least, I was this time last year. If you are particularly anxious...

Having just passed its 27th anniversary in July, Global Thrift is a Waltham establishment located along Moody Street. The thrift store is open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. most Mondays through Saturdays, and Brandeis students...