On Sunday nights in Porter Square, a quiet community center transforms. Fiddles fill the air, feet pound the floor and dancers move in spinning, stomping patterns. This is Boston’s folk dancing scene, and for Brandeis...

I had the opportunity to sit down with Brandeis alumnus, Eitan Joseph ’22, to talk about his new platform, Giveasy, which he created in part with a team of two others: Isaac Gorelik of Stanford...

Hundreds of students, faculty and staff filled the seats of the Spingold Theater Center to experience a unique performance of a revolutionary mathematician. “Diving into Math with Emmy Noether” is a dynamic play celebrating the...

Professor Prakash Kashwan (ENVS) focuses on the intersections of environment, development and climate change. His scholarship’s interdisciplinary focus has been developed during his time working with Nobel Prize winning economist Elinor Ostrom and his ongoing...

Every Monday night, Ridgewood Commons transforms into a haven for Brandeis students who just want to relax, play games, and connect. Console Gamers X (CGX), the university’s all-inclusive, co-ed gaming club, is where casual players...

Brandeis Got Talent wrapped up another year, bringing together student musicians for a night of performances. While the turnout was smaller than expected, the energy in Chums remained high. Campus Activities Board (CAB) Concerts Chair...

On Monday nights, while many students wind down from a long day of classes and the start of a busy week, a dedicated group of Brandeis undergraduates comes together for something quite different. They seize...

BETA is Brandeis University’s premier platform for entrepreneurship and technology club, which provides a dynamic platform for aspiring entrepreneurs and tech enthusiasts. From high-profile speaker events to mentorship programs and immersive tech treks, BETA fosters...

During the fall semester, I studied abroad in Paris, France. It’s hard to describe the semester in a concise manner, but I figured I should write something about the experience. My semester abroad was one...

Serving as a midyear orientation leader (OL) at Brandeis University is a unique and impactful opportunity designed to help students beginning in the spring semester feel welcomed and supported as they join the campus community....

Amid the rich tapestry of cultures at Brandeis, Cantonese Club, also known as C2B, is more than just a celebration of Cantonese heritage, it’s a dynamic hub of connection and community. Through vibrant events that...

The Basement Records Finale energized the Brandeis campus, uniting a diverse lineup of performers and an enthusiastic audience in a vibrant celebration of music, dance and community, leaving a lasting impression on all who attended....

Namaskar is the Dharmic religious club on campus, dedicated to celebrating and sharing the rich traditions of Hinduism, Sikhism and Jainism. Open to anyone interested, Namaskar offers a welcoming community where students can connect, learn...

As Brandeis’ interim president arrived on campus, The Hoot had the chance to speak to both Interim President Arthur Levine ’70 and Director of Presidential Communications Carolyn R. Assa about the new administration’s plans for...

GirlUp, an initiative launched by the United Nations Foundation, aims to create a supportive, empowering space for students passionate about gender equity and social justice. Brandeis is one of over 200,000 schools worldwide that have...

On Oct. 11, Students for Environmental Action (SEA) authored a petition to reopen Brandeis’ sustainability office. The petition noted, “As the climate crisis worsens, we are personally experiencing the consequences of anthropogenic climate change as...

On Sept. 25, Ronald D. Liebowitz announced that he is resigning from his job as President of Brandeis University after eight years in the role. With this announcement, the Board of Trustees notified the Brandeis...

The Hoot sat down with Haile Pereira ’27, the President of the Brandeis Boxing Club, to learn about what his club offers, what new members can expect at practice and what the rest of the...

The Chinese Students Association (CSA), formerly known as the Brandeis Chinese Cultural Connection (BC3), has a rich legacy as a vibrant and inclusive cultural club on campus. For 27 years, CSA has served as a...

At the heart of Brandeis’s growing creative culture is a club called Basement Records and its subgroup, From the Attic. These platforms are home to those who identify themselves as “Creatives,” and emphasize inclusivity and...