Tufts Events

Building: Eaton Hall City: Medford, MA 02155 Campus: Medford/Somerville campus Location Details: Eaton Hall room 260 5 The Green Medford, MA Wheelchair Accessible: Yes Open to Public: Yes Primary Audience: Postdoctoral Fellows,Staff,Students (Graduate),Students (Postdoctoral),Students (Undergraduate) Event Type: Lecture/Presentation/Seminar Event Subject: Arts,Humanities,Religion/Spirituality Event Sponsor: School of Arts and Sciences Event Sponsor Department / Area: Center for the Humanities At Tufts (CHAT),English department Event Sponsor Details: Center for Humanities at Tufts Speaker Name: Mark Irwin and Stephen Haven RSVP Information: Tufts University Admission/Cost: Free Event Contact Name: Amanda Pepper Event Contact Email: amanda.pepper@tufts.edu Event Contact Phone: 203-763-9353 Link: https://humanities.tufts.edu/events/poetry-reading-and-conversation-mark-irwin-and-stephen-haven-102 The English department and the Center for the Humanities at Tufts (CHAT) invite the entire community to a special event with two visiting poets, Mark Irwin and Stephen Haven. Mark Irwin is the author of Once When Green, and also the winner of the Juniper Prize in Poetry. Stephen Haven, author of Flight From Meaning, is a finalist for England's International Beverly Prize for Literature. These poets will read from and discuss their new books with the Tufts audience. Irwin's and Haven's new collections explore the enduring spirit of life, imagination, and nature in a world bound by capitalism, technology, and violence—reminding us of what we still have that's worth living for. All are welcome. Please contact sara.akant@tufts.edu with questions.

Campus: Off-campus Location Details: Emerson College Bill Bordy Theater 216 Tremont St. Boston, MA 02116 Open to Public: Yes Primary Audience: Alumni and Friends,Faculty,Interns and Residents,Postdoctoral Fellows,Staff,Students (Graduate),Students (Postdoctoral),Students (Undergraduate) Event Type: Conference/Panel Event/Symposium,Lecture/Presentation/Seminar Event Subject: Clinical Care,Health/Wellness,Innovation,Medicine,Research,Science Event Sponsor Details: Tufts CTSI RSVP Information: https://tufts.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eQVyHZ7ePPxaT6m Admission/Cost: Free Event Contact Name: Chloe Yang Event Contact Email: Chloe.Yang@tuftsmedicine.org Link: https://www.tuftsctsi.org/events/adapt2025/ Register now to join Tufts CTSI and the ADAPT Coalition for the 9th Annual ADAPT Community Health Symposium, “Rooted in Resilience: Looking Back to Look Forward.” This half-day, in-person only event will be held on Friday, October 3, 2025, from 8:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. EST, at the Emerson College Bill Bordy Theater (216 Tremont St., Boston, MA 02116). The symposium convenes researchers, community-based leaders and organizations, students, and representatives across sectors to discuss local community-prioritized health issues and solutions. Together, we will explore lessons learned from grassroots efforts to further the health of our local communities, as well as learn about innovative strategies local scholars and community-based organizations are implementing to advance their work across sectors. Breakfast and lunch will be provided. Chinese (Mandarin and Cantonese) language interpretation will also be available for attendees.

Online Location Details: Zoom (Link to be posted) Open to Public: Yes Event Sponsor: Office of the Provost Event Sponsor Department / Area: Office of the Vice Provost for Research Event Contact Email: ovpr@tufts.edu Link: https://viceprovost.tufts.edu/ovpr-forum-0 Join us to learn about our units, explore our programs and initiatives, and engage in a Q&A session with our senior leadership.

Building: Olin Center City: Medford, MA 02155 Campus: Medford/Somerville campus Location Details: Room 106 Open to Public: No Primary Audience: Students (Undergraduate) Event Type: Information Session/Open House/Orientation Event Subject: Education,Global Engagement Event Sponsor Details: Tufts Global Education RSVP Information: Please RSVP for food-ordering purposes Event Contact Email: globaleducation@tufts.edu Link: https://students.tufts.edu/tufts-global-education/explore/semesteryear-programs/tufts-programs/tufts-paris Learn about Tufts in Paris from the program director and Tufts Global Education staff. Food will be served. Please RSVP by clicking "sign up". 

Building: Barnum Hall City: Medford, MA 02155 Campus: Medford/Somerville campus Location Details: Rabb Room (Room 100), Barnum Hall  Wheelchair Accessible: Yes Open to Public: No Primary Audience: Students (Undergraduate) Event Sponsor: Tisch College of Civic Life Event Sponsor Details: Tisch College of Civic Life and the Civic Studies Program RSVP Information: https://forms.gle/kp4tNnxpU3Z9g8ex5 Admission/Cost: Free Link: https://tischcollege.tufts.edu/news-events/events/civic-studies-community-social Register (In-Person Only) Are you currently co-majoring in civic studies (CVS), minoring in peace and justice studies (PJS) or entrepreneurship for social impact (ESI), or are interested in doing so? Join the civic studies program's first-ever community social to meet fellow CVS students, learn more about the program, enjoy snacks and treats, enter to win a raffle, and have fun with your CVS cohort. Undeclared students interested in co-majoring in CVS and/or minoring in PJS or ESI are welcome. Registration required.   

Building: Academic Quad City: Medford, MA 02155 Campus: Medford/Somerville campus Open to Public: Yes Event Type: Community Engagement Event Subject: Community Celebration Event Sponsor Details: Tufts University Office of Government and Community Relations Event Contact Name: Leah Boudreau Event Contact Email: leah.boudreau@tufts.edu Event Contact Phone: 617-627-3780 Link: https://cday.tufts.edu/ Tufts Community Day is an annual Tufts tradition, celebrating arts, innovation and community. Our campus neighbors are invited to join us on our Medford/Somerville campus, along with community partners, students, staff, and faculty for a day of live entertainment, family friendly activities, and free food.

Building: Perry and Marty Granoff Music Center City: Medford, MA 02155 Campus: Medford/Somerville campus Open to Public: Yes Event Sponsor: School of Arts and Sciences Link: https://events.humanitix.com/opening-night-at-the-bfnjm The Boston Festival of New Jewish Music presents its first concert of the 2025-26 season at the Multicultural Arts Center on Sunday, October 5th, featuring three genre-defining acts representing decades at the top of klezmer music: Veretski Pass, Adrianne Greenbaum's Fleytmusik, and Jake Shulman-Ment and Abigale Reisman's Two Strings. In the afternoon before the concert, the artists offer a series of workshops on klezmer music for students and community members at the Granoff Music Center. Free for Tufts community members; students: $15; General Public: $50 More information and tickets available here. 

Building: Perry and Marty Granoff Music Center City: Medford, MA 02155 Room: Distler Performance Hall Campus: Medford/Somerville campus Open to Public: Yes Event Sponsor: School of Arts and Sciences Husband-and-wife duo and Tufts faculty members Pascale Delache-Feldman (bass) and Emmanuel Feldman (cello) first crossed paths at the Curtis Institute of Music while discovering Schubert’s Arpeggione Sonata—a work that has remained a touchstone in their musical lives. In a nod to those beginnings, Emmanuel Feldman opens the program with the Schubert Arpeggione Sonata, joined by pianist Victor Cayres. The couple then reunites as Duo Cello e Basso, bringing their trademark blend of virtuosity and chemistry to Bottesini’s dazzling Grand Duo, with Feldman taking on the violin part on cello—performed standing with his groundbreaking invention, the TekStand. Alongside selections from the duo’s vibrant repertoire, the evening culminates in Feldman’s own concerto Standing Tall, presented in its cello and piano version—a bold and personal celebration of artistry, innovation, and the enduring power of music shared."

Event Type: Multifaith Observance Event Sponsor: University Chaplaincy (Judaism) Begins at sundown on the first day listed. Also known as Feast of Booths. An eight-day Jewish festival of booths (or tabernacles) and the fall harvest. The name refers to the booths (sukkot) used by Israelites during desert wanderings and constructed in the fields during the harvest season. It is a time of thanksgiving for God's presence in creation and among the Jewish people. The Eighth Day (Shmini 'Atzeret) is considered both the end of Sukkot and a distinct festival. Observances may include limits to participation in academics or work.

Building: Dowling Hall City: Medford, MA 02155 Campus: Medford/Somerville campus Location Details: Room 745B Open to Public: No Primary Audience: Students (Undergraduate) Event Type: Information Session/Open House/Orientation Event Subject: Education,Global Engagement Event Sponsor Details: Tufts Global Education RSVP Information: Please RSVP for food-ordering purposes Event Contact Email: globaleducation@tufts.edu Link: https://students.tufts.edu/tufts-global-education/explore/semesteryear-programs/tufts-programs/tufts-hong-kong Learn about Tufts in Hong Kong from the program director and Tufts Global Education staff. Food will be served. Please RSVP by clicking "sign up". 

Building: Dowling Hall City: Medford, MA 02155 Campus: Medford/Somerville campus Location Details: Room 745A Open to Public: No Primary Audience: Students (Undergraduate) Event Type: Information Session/Open House/Orientation Event Subject: Education,Global Engagement Event Sponsor Details: Tufts Global Education RSVP Information: Please RSVP for food-ordering purposes Event Contact Email: globaleducation@tufts.edu Link: https://students.tufts.edu/tufts-global-education/explore/semesteryear-programs/tufts-programs/tufts-tubingen Learn about Tufts in Tübingen from the program director and Tufts Global Education staff. Food will be served. Please RSVP by clicking "sign up". 

Online Location Details: https://www.myfidelitysite.com/TuftsUniversity/tufts-university/8222 Open to Public: Yes Primary Audience: Faculty,Staff Event Type: Information Session/Open House/Orientation Event Subject: Financial Health Event Sponsor Details: Human Resources RSVP Information: https://fmr.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Apq0vA2qTzKgKqYEC5Tl0g#/registration Link: https://fmr.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Apq0vA2qTzKgKqYEC5Tl0g#/registration Starting November 1, 2025, Fidelity Investments will be the sole provider of administrative services for both the Tufts University-Funded Retirement Plan – 401(a) and the Self-Funded Retirement Plan – 403(b). Dan Shea and Matt Greeke from Fidelity will be hosting this virtual information session to review what the transition to Fidelity means and how it may affect you.

Building: Goddard Chapel City: Medford, MA 02155 Campus: Medford/Somerville campus Wheelchair Accessible: Yes Open to Public: No Event Subject: Religion/Spirituality Event Sponsor: Tufts University RSVP Information: Tufts University Journaling can be a rich spiritual practice but in our busy days, it can be hard to find time and space to sit down with pen and paper. This drop-in space offers just that—a judgement-free zone where you can drink tea, nibble a snack, and see where the pen takes you. Weekly prompts will be provided but feel free to use this time as you see fit. For students, faculty, and staff, starting September 9.

Join the directors of Tufts in Hong Kong, Tufts in London, Tufts in Madrid, and Tufts in Paris to learn about semester- and year-long study abroad options for all types of engineering. This session is relevant to students in the School of Engineering and students in the School of Arts and Sciences who are interested in taking engineering classes while abroad. Please RSVP. 

Building: Olin Center City: Medford, MA 02155 Campus: Medford/Somerville campus Location Details: Olin 012 Open to Public: Yes Primary Audience: Faculty,Students (Graduate),Students (Postdoctoral),Students (Undergraduate) Event Subject: Humanities Event Sponsor Details: Charles Smith Fund Event Contact Name: Rose Facchini Event Contact Email: rose.facchini@tufts.edu Link: https://sites.tufts.edu/italianmovienight/ Italian Movie Night Oct 7 | 5:00 PM | Olin 012 Join us for an Italian Movie Night! We will be showing “Sleepless” [“Non ho sonno”] a film by Dario Argento. Comes with pizza and a side of English subtitles. For questions, contact Rose Facchini (rose.facchini@tufts.edu).

Building: Olin Center City: Medford, MA 02155 Campus: Medford/Somerville campus Location Details: Olin 012 Open to Public: Yes Primary Audience: Faculty,Students (Graduate),Students (Postdoctoral),Students (Undergraduate) Event Type: Film Screening Event Subject: Global Engagement,Humanities Event Sponsor Details: Charles Smith Fund Event Contact Name: Rose Facchini Event Contact Email: rose.facchini@tufts.edu Link: https://sites.tufts.edu/italianmovienight/ Join us for an Italian Movie Night! We will be showing Sleepless [Non ho sonno], a film by Dario Argento. Comes with pizza and a side of English subtitles. Please contact Rose Facchini (rose.facchini@tufts.edu) with questions.

Campus: Off-campus Location Details: Asia Society 725 Park Ave New York, NY 10021 Open to Public: Yes Link: https://asiasociety.org/center-us-china-relations/events/open-doors-and-great-walls-winston-lords-china-odyssey This evening with Fletcher alumnus Ambassador Winston Lord is co-hosted by the Asia Society and The Fletcher School in New York City. The event will give us a chance to explore the life of one of America's greatest living diplomats. From his role in the 1972 Nixon-Kissinger negotiations with Mao Zedong and Zhou Enlai to his tenure as American Ambassador to Beijing and Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs in Washington D.C., Lord has been instrumental in shaping China policy. Come join Ambassador Lord, former U.S. Ambassador to China from 1985 to 1989, Kelly Sims Gallagher, Dean of The Fletcher School at Tufts University and former Senior China Advisor in the Special Envoy for Climate Change office at the U.S. State Department, and Orville Schell, Vice President and Arthur Ross Director of the Center on U.S.-China Relations at the Asia Society, to hear Lord's 60 years of U.S.-China relations career to better understand how the U.S.-China relationship got to where we are and where he thinks we might be headed.

Building: Jaharis Family Center for Biomedical and Nutrition Sciences City: Boston, MA 02111 Campus: Boston Health Sciences campus Open to Public: No Event Type: Conference/Panel Event/Symposium Event Sponsor: Gerald J. and Dorothy R. Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy Event Contact Name: Food is Medicine Institute Event Contact Email: foodismedicine@tufts.edu The 3rd Annual Food is Medicine National Summit brings together healthcare leaders, clinicians, community and advocacy organizers, investors, entrepreneurs, policy makers, and patients with lived experience to share and highlight advances, best practices, challenges, and next directions in food is medicine. Open to registered participants only. Registration opens in spring 2025.

Building: Tisch Library City: Medford, MA 02155 Campus: Medford/Somerville campus Location Details: We will be located at tables in front of the leisure reading area just beyond the lobby on the main floor (second floor) of Tisch Library. Wheelchair Accessible: Yes Open to Public: No Primary Audience: Students (Graduate),Students (Postdoctoral),Students (Undergraduate) Event Type: Training/Workshop Event Subject: Research Event Contact Name: User Experience and Student Success Department Event Contact Email: tischuess@elist.tufts.edu Link: https://tischlibrary.tufts.edu/node/3565 Starting on October 1 and continuing every Wednesday through December 10, librarians at Tisch Library will be hosting weekly drop-in research consultations. You can stop by for research help, including but not limited to: Developing keywords and search strategies Identifying and searching for sources Evaluating information types Planning and organizing your research On the following dates, StAAR writing consultants will also be joining us to offer drop-in writing support: October 22 November 12 December 3 No appointment necessary! Stop by whenever you can.

Join the directors of Tufts in London and Tufts in Paris to learn about semester and year-long options for SMFA students. Please RSVP by clicking "sign up".