Jumbo Life Calendar | Distler Performance Hall
The Asian American Center is excited to welcome #1 New York Times Bestselling author and scholar R.F. Kuang for a conversation on Friday, October 10th at 7pm in Distler Auditorium. The event will also include an audience Q&A session. Doors open at 7pm. ??
About R.F. Kuang: 
Rebecca F. Kuang is the #1 New York Times and #1 Sunday Times bestselling author of the Poppy War trilogy, Babel: An Arcane History, Yellowface, and Katabasis. Her work has won the Nebula, Locus, Crawford, and British Book Awards. She was named to the 2023 Time100 Next list and the Forbes 30 Under 30 Class of 2024. A Marshall Scholar, she has an MPhil in Chinese Studies from Cambridge and an MSc in Contemporary Chinese Studies from Oxford. She is now pursuing a PhD in East Asian Languages and Literatures at Yale, where she researches Sinophone literature and Asian American literature.


Learn more at http://tufts.presence.io/event/an-evening-with-r-f-kuang

Jumbo Life Calendar | Hotung Cafe
For Latinx Heritage Month, the Latinx Center is taking over Hotung and having a trivia night! Come join us for some snacks and trivia about Latinx Heritage Month. After trivia, we will be playing salsa, bachata, cumbias, and more to dance the night away! We hope to see you there! Learn more at http://tufts.presence.io/event/latinx-centers-heritage-month-takeover-trivia-night

Jumbo Life Calendar | Barnum 008
The Institute Sketch Comedy brings you live and video segments—each made extra silly for your entertainment! Learn more at http://tufts.presence.io/event/the-institute-sketch-comedy

Jumbo Life Calendar | Joyce Cummings Center
Want to break into tech and explore the exciting career paths shaping the future?
Whether you’re polishing your resume, building new skills, or simply curious about your potential in tech, this conference is for you!

Join us for the 2025 Women in Tech (WiT) Conference—a day of networking, inspiration, and empowerment.

Tufts WiT is dedicated to building a supportive community for students of diverse gender identities who are passionate about technology. Our mission is to help you innovate, lead, and thrive in the ever-changing tech world.

What you’ll gain:
- Connect with industry leaders and recruiters
- Learn from panels and workshops on the latest tech trends
- Build your network with peers who share your passion

Be part of creating a future where tech is for everyone. Learn more on our website. Learn more at http://tufts.presence.io/event/tufts-women-in-tech-conference-2025

Jumbo Life Calendar | King Richard’s Faire, 5 Pine st, Carver, MA 02330
The Graduate Student Council (GSC) of the Graduate Schools of Engineering, Arts and Sciences, and the Museum of Fine Arts along with Tufts University School of Medicine (TUSM) are organizing a full-day trip to the King Richard's Renaissance Faire in Carver, MA on Saturday, October 11th. A Renaissance Faire is an outdoor festival that recreates a renaissance-inspired historical fantasy setting, with a focus on entertainment, food, and crafts. It's a blend of historical re-enactment and fantasy, where attendees often dress up in period costumes and enjoy many types of performances, artisan goods, and food and drinks. Suggestions for easy, cost effective costumes and ways to use items that are already in your closet can be sent upon request.
The gates of the Faire are open between 10:30 AM - 6:00 PM. Students will be able to sign up for group bus transportation to the fairgrounds, leaving from the Tufts University at the Mayer Campus Center at 9:00 AM, and pick up from Tufts University at 145 Harrison Ave, MA 02111 at 8:30 AM and dropping off from the destination around 7:30 PM. Students may arrive independently and leave the faire before 6:00 PM, but the group bus will only be making ONE trip back to pick up points after the Faire closes for the day.

Group tickets are expected to cost around $20.00 per ticket, a savings of 60%! Keep an eye on tufts tickets as they will be available soon!
Join us for a magical Day!
Learn more at http://tufts.presence.io/event/king-richard-s-renaissance-faire

Jumbo Life Calendar | Tisch Roof
Enjoy fresh dosas made to order with chutneys and sambhar, all while taking in rooftop views from Tisch. Good food and live cooking on the roof! Learn more at http://tufts.presence.io/event/live-dosa-2

Jumbo Life Calendar | Africana Center Lawn
Continuing the good vibes of AAFRO Weekend with Culture on the Lawn! The classic Africana Center event will remain very true to its original design, but will now be hosted by AAFRO. With that being said, the event will emulate and honor what HBCU homecomings are truly about; history, culture, perseverance, strolling, Divine 9 greek life, music, stepping, and most importantly, community. So, everyone who is interested in learning more and celebrating alongside AAFRO should come to Culture on the Lawn 2025! Learn more at http://tufts.presence.io/event/culture-on-the-lawn

Jumbo Life Calendar | Curtis Hall Multipurpose Room
Join BSA for our annual Biriyani Night! Come eat some delicious biriyani, experience our culture, and meet some new people! We can't wait to see you all there! Learn more at http://tufts.presence.io/event/biriyani-night-2

Jumbo Life Calendar | Sophia Gordon Multipurpose Room
A celebration of Tufts Homecoming for Tufts Students who are a part of BSU. Learn more at http://tufts.presence.io/event/tufts-bsu-homecoming-2

Jumbo Life Calendar | Residential Quad
Join us for ISOT's annual Indigenous Peoples' Day Celebration! On Indigenous Peoples' Day, we honor the resilience of our Indigenous students, communities, and peoples who have stewarded our lands across time and space. Participating in Indigenous Peoples' Day is one tangible way for those who reside on stolen lands to learn from, come to know, and support our Indigenous communities. From 12:30pm-4pm on the Residential Quad, we invite students and community members alike to join us in hearing our stories, tasting our cuisines, purchasing our crafts, and participating in our performances. This event is free to all! Learn more at http://tufts.presence.io/event/indigenous-peoples-day-celebration-4

Jumbo Life Calendar | Spectacle Island
Join FGC for a trip to Spectacle Island! Learn more at http://tufts.presence.io/event/fgc-spectacle-island

Jumbo Life Calendar | Rabb Room, Barnum Hall
How can art bear witness to the most difficult truths, help communities heal and promote action? Material Witness: Then and Now, a mixed-media exhibit by Boston artist and Tisch College Coordinator Nancy Marks, draws on her mother's experience as a Holocaust survivor to explore how creativity processes loss, amplifies voices, and sparks dialogue. It also examines how memory, history, and civic responsibility intersect with the realities facing immigrants today. Marks uses printmaking, poetry and excerpts from her mother’s memoir. Material Witness: Then and Now will be installed in the Barnum Hall lobby in early October, and this Civic Life Lunch gives participants the opportunity to engage more deeply with the exhibit alongside the artist. Nancy will guide participants through the exhibit and share her perspective on how art can carry forward stories, histories, and collective memory. Together, we’ll consider how civic engagement is not only about action in the present, but also about the ways we remember and honor the past. Registration required, all are welcome. Lunch provided. Learn more about Nancy Marks and her work.

Learn more at http://tufts.presence.io/event/civic-life-lunch-from-loss-to-legacy-art-as-civic-witness-with-nancy-marks

Jumbo Life Calendar | 101 Multi-Purpose Room (474 Curtis Hall)
Matt Casey advises Tufts GSAS students during the career hour, providing a good opportunity for students to discuss their life goals and schoolwork in a semi-informal setting while enjoying free coffee, bagels, and donuts. He is available for one-on-one discussions about general career guidance, resumes, interviews, and other related topics. Reach out to him directly via Handshake or email.
Learn more at http://tufts.presence.io/event/coffee-chat-with-matt-casey

Jumbo Life Calendar | 120 Curtis Street, CMHS


A skills-based group for students who want practical tools to manage everyday stress. Grounded in mindfulness and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), each session weaves together education, guided discussion, and hands-on practice so you can shift unhelpful thought patterns and build real-life coping strategies. We’ll tackle challenges like procrastination, perfectionism, self-criticism, and feeling overwhelmed in a supportive, dynamic space. For inquiries and to schedule a required pre-group meeting, contact Izabela.Skorska@tufts.edu or complete an interest form at www.tinyurl.com/cmhsgroups 


Learn more at http://tufts.presence.io/event/think-feel-cope-tools-for-daily-resilience

Jumbo Life Calendar | 120 Curtis Street, CMHS


Are you feeling a little unsteady, worried, or stressed as you begin your journey as a Tufts student? Find your footing with 'Adjusting to Tufts' workshops. Learn about different ways to put the focus on your wellbeing, and how to ease the transition to Tufts. Make connections, learn new skills, and take time for you! Open to all new students; first year, undergraduate, transfer, and graduate. To RSVP or for inquiries, contact Sage.Garcia@tufts.edu or complete an interest form at www.tinyurl.com/cmhsgroups


Learn more at http://tufts.presence.io/event/adjusting-to-tufts-taking-care-of-yourself-cmhs-workshop

Jumbo Life Calendar | Barnum 104
A film screening of Go On, Rituparna, a film on the transgender experience (see below for details from the filmmaker) alongside a panel with the filmmaker Aashish Kumar on his projects. Film Description:  The world as seen through the lens of Rituparna Neog, a trans activist
from Assam, and her supportive mother. Learn more at http://tufts.presence.io/event/film-screening-and-discussion-with-professor-aashish-kumar

Jumbo Life Calendar | 120 Curtis Street, CMHS


A support group for students who have returned from Medical Leave of Absence. Group members will have an opportunity to share experiences with MLOA, including challenges and successes as returning students. Participants will build connection, community, learn about resources, and gain confidence navigating their return to Tufts. For inquiries and to schedule a required pre-group meeting, contact Takahide.Watanabe@tufts.edu or complete an interest form at www.tinyurl.com/cmhsgroups


Learn more at http://tufts.presence.io/event/returning-from-a-leave-support-group-2

Jumbo Life Calendar | 120 Curtis Street, CMHS


This group is designed for students who have a family member or loved one living with mental illness and/or addiction. Through shared experience with others, students will make connections and become more confident telling their own story. We will also cover information about resources, common challenges, and strategies for setting healthy boundaries. For inquiries and to schedule a required pre-group meeting, contact Deborah.Siegel@tufts.edu or complete an interest form at www.tinyurl.com/cmhsgroups 


Learn more at http://tufts.presence.io/event/living-with-family-mental-illness-and-addiction-5

Jumbo Life Calendar | 120 Curtis Street, CMHS


A drop-in support group for first-generation college students to connect, share experiences, and support each other. It’s a space to talk about challenges like navigating college resources, imposter feelings, family or financial stress, and more. Together, we’ll build community and help each other feel more supported and prepared for college life. For inquiries and to schedule a required pre-group meeting, contact Cristina.Urton@tufts.edu or Anna.Richmon@tufts.edu or complete an interest form at www.tinyurl.com/cmhsgroups


Learn more at http://tufts.presence.io/event/first-gen-support-group-4

Jumbo Life Calendar | Philadelphia, PA
ASME Student Leader Weekends are dynamic, 1.5-day in-person events designed to empower and energize student section volunteers. Learn more at http://tufts.presence.io/event/asme-student-leader-weekend