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A black hole. Photo/Courtesy of the EHT
What does a black hole look like?
We don't know for sure because we've never been able to take a picture of one. That may all be about to change due to the work of Professor of Astrophysics John Wardle.
Cornell West and Robert George sitting on stage. West is talking to the crowd.
Cornel West, Robert George show how to agree to disagree
In spirited discussion, the two leading public intellectuals hold firm on the value of open debate and liberal arts education.
Shaina Gilbert standing with her hands on her hips smiling in a school hallway.
Going the Distance to Educate Young Leaders
When Shaina Gilbert ’10 set up a summer camp for children in Haiti, she thought it would be a one-summer thing. Today, the camp is entering its 10th year.

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Challenging the status quo since 1948

  • Eleanor Roosevelt
    Brandeis Then: Eleanor Roosevelt

    Brandeis Board member. Feminist. Force to be reckoned with.

    1961
  • Anita Hill. Photo by Tony Cenicola/The New York Times/Redux
    Brandeis Now: Anita Hill

    University Professor. Feminist. Force to be reckoned with.

    2018