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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 06/10/2026

For more than three decades, filmmaker and Tufts alum Joshua Seftel has helped students and alumni launch careers in media. That culture of mentorship played a big role in bringing the Oscar-winning documentary All the Empty Rooms to life. Read more: now.tufts.edu/2026/09/28/j...

Five people in formal wear pose at the 2026 Oscars

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 04/10/2026

Welcome to Tufts Community Day 2026 🐘💙

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 25/09/2026

Congratulations to the 12 Jumbos who were named 2026 Tufts University Alumni Award winners in recognition of their exceptional leadership, service, and accomplishments that exemplify the values and spirit of Tufts! 🐘💙 Learn more about this year’s awardees: alumniandfriends.tufts.edu/join-our-com...

The headshots of the 12 Alumni Award honorees on a blue background with a title that reads "2026 Tufts University Alumni Award Honorees"

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 23/09/2026

Tufts engineers in action!

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 22/09/2026

Hosting an Oktoberfest celebration and not sure what to serve? Berlin-based cookbook author Luisa Weiss, J99, has you covered: now.tufts.edu/2026/09/10/c...

A plate on a table holds a slice of bread with a cheese spread on it, with a bowl of radishes and glasses of beer nearby

On a kitchen counter, cabbage marinates in a transparent bowl, covered with a plate weighted down by a can

A cast-iron skillet filled with a torn-up pancake, set on a table and seen from above

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 21/09/2026

Let the building begin! On Friday evening, the Tufts community gathered to celebrate the new state-of-the-art Rachlin Aquatics Center—an event that featured the naming of the center’s main pool for longtime swim coach Don Megerle. Learn more: now.tufts.edu/2026/09/18/c...

Athletics staff past and present join Doug Rachlin, A85, (third from left) and President Sunil Kumar at the groundbreaking ceremony for the new aquatics center, on September 18, 2026

City of Medford Mayor Breanna Lungo-Koehn, Board of Trustees member Doug Rachlin A85, A20P, A22P, and Tufts swim coach Adam Hoyt sit

Legendary swim coach Don Megerle stands while attendees clap behind him

Senior members of the Tufts swim team join head coach Adam Hoyt on stage

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 20/09/2026

There’s no place like Tufts Homecoming 🐘💙 [📸: Alonso Nichols and Anna Miller/Tufts University; Jessica Korgen and Jack Smart/Tufts Athletics]

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 18/09/2026

Out of the classroom and into the community! Thanks to all our volunteers who joined together for the fourth annual Tufts Day of Service! 🐘💙 [📸: Alonso Nichols/Tufts University; Laurie Swope for Tufts University]

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 15/09/2026

Congratulations to the 14 alumni selected as Fulbright recipients for the 2026-27 cycle! As they head out across the world, read more about what six of them hope to discover while living and working in their host countries: now.tufts.edu/2026/09/14/y...

Six headshots of Fulbright recipients from Tufts

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 11/09/2026

The Tufts community gathered today to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Sept. 11, 2001, pausing during a moment of silence to remember alums Christopher Zarba and William Peterson, and all those whose lives were lost that day or forever changed.

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 10/09/2026

Twenty-five years ago, Tufts students joined together after the events of 9/11 to create the Patches for Peaces quilt. Conceived and brought to life by Tufts Hillel student leaders, the quilt spans 96 square feet and includes contributions from more than 80 campus groups.

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 10/09/2026

"We really needed to rally around each other” On the 25th anniversary of 9/11, we look back at how the Tufts community experienced that fateful day and how support for one another became a source of strength in the weeks and months that followed. 🔗: now.tufts.edu/2026/09/08/9...

On September 11, 2001, a student watches the television in the campus center from the second floor railing as they cover their mouth in shock as events unfold across the country. Photo: Tufts Archival Research Center

Students hold hands together in a circle on Prez Lawn in the aftermath of the September 11 attacks. Photo: Tufts Archival Research Center

Students participate in a candlelight vigil as the Tufts community mourned the attacks of September 11, 2001. Photo: Tufts Archival Research Center

A student bows their head and holds their hands together in a praying motion as other students sit in the campus center on September 11, 2001, a gathering space where students watched the news develop that day. Photo: Tufts Archival Research Center

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 08/09/2026

Smile! It's the first day of classes 🐘💙 [📸: Alonso Nichols/Tufts University]

Two students holding a signboard reading "Happy First Day of Classes 2026*2027 Go Jumbos" on the first day of classes at Tufts

Five students holding a signboard reading "Happy First Day of Classes 2026*2027 Go Jumbos" while standing by the SMFA Art Store on the first day of classes at Tufts

Three students holding a signboard reading "Happy First Day of Classes 2026*2027 Go Jumbos" while standing beside the Jumbo the elephant statue on the first day of classes at Tufts

Five students holding a signboard reading "Happy First Day of Classes 2026*2027 Go Jumbos" at the School of the Museum of Fine Arts at Tufts on the first day of classes

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 04/09/2026

Get ready to shine, Class of 2030! ✨ [📸: Alonso Nichols/Tufts University]

A group of students holding candles, with one of them taking a photo of the candles, at the Illumination Ceremony at Tufts University

Three students passing the flames in their candles among one another at the Illumination Ceremony

A group of students posing for a photo while holding candles at the Illumination Ceremony at Tufts University

Four students passing the flames in their candles among one another at the Illumination Ceremony

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 04/09/2026

As the Class of 2030 begins its journey, President Sunil Kumar encourages students to step outside their comfort zones.

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 03/09/2026

Officially matriculated ✅ [📸: Alonso Nichols/Tufts University]

A group of students walking toward the Matriculation Ceremony at Tufts University while holding a "Richardson House" banner

President Sunil Kumar speaking at the podium on stage during the Matriculation Ceremony at Tufts University

A row of students clapping and smiling during their Matriculation Ceremony at Tufts University

Two students standing and clapping during their Matriculation Ceremony at Tufts University

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 28/08/2026

Move-in for the newest Jumbos has begun. Welcome, Class of 2030! 🐘💙 [📸: Andy Kwok and Alonso Nichols/Tufts University]

A father and son hugging each other outside his dorm during Tufts Pre-Orientation move-in on August 28

Resident assistants posing for a photo outside a dorm building during Tufts Pre-Orientation move-in on August 28

A group of five people holding a Tufts University blanket in a dorm room during Tufts Pre-Orientation move-in on August 28

A family posing for a photo with luggage, blankets, and pillows during Tufts Pre-Orientation move-in on August 28

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 26/08/2026

Congratulations on receiving your white coats, @tuftsmedschool.bsky.social MD Class of 2030. 🐘💙 [📸: Peter Gumaskas for Tufts University]

A member of the Tufts School of Medicine MD Class of 2030 receiving his white coat during the White Coat Ceremony on August 15

A member of the Tufts School of Medicine MD Class of 2030 shaking hands with Dean Helen Boucher after receiving her white coat during the White Coat Ceremony on August 15

Members of the Tufts School of Medicine MD Class of 2030 in an auditorium reading from a booklet after receiving their white coats during the White Coat Ceremony on August 15

A member of the Tufts School of Medicine MD Class of 2030 posing for a photo with her family in her white coat directly after the White Coat Ceremony on August 15

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 25/08/2026

Introducing Engineering Blueprint, a new experiential learning initiative at Tufts School of Engineering that aims to establish a comprehensive pool of hands-on undergraduate career experiences. Learn more: engineering.tufts.edu/news-events/...

A group of students in the WMATA internship program gather on site wearing white hard hats and high visibility vests

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 20/08/2026

Six summer internships. Lasting lessons for the roads that lie ahead. Read more: now.tufts.edu/2026/08/20/h...

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 18/08/2026

A new shared research and development space provides innovators in industry and academia with access to the infrastructure, expertise, and testing capabilities needed to accelerate the development of new food technologies, biomaterials, and more. 🔗: now.tufts.edu/2026/08/17/t...

Text "Tufts Launches Innovation Hub for New Technologies in Food and Materials" on a blue background beside a person wearing a white coat while working in a lab

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 13/08/2026

Juliet Haines Mofford met her husband at Tufts when they were both students in the 1950s. Decades later, they decided to bequeath their bodies to the Tufts Anatomical Gift Program at @tuftsmedschool.bsky.social. Read more: now.tufts.edu/2026/08/11/h...

A man in a graduation cap and gown stands beside a woman in a 1950s-era skirt and jacket

A man and woman with their arms around each other while standing in front of the ocean

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 10/08/2026

A Jumbo welcome to Boston, from our herd to yours 💙

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 04/08/2026

We're honored to once again be named to LinkedIn's list of Top Colleges 🐘💙 Learn more: now.tufts.edu/2026/08/04/t...

Headline "Tufts is Once Again a LinkedIn Top College" and subhead text "For a second year, Tufts is one of the best U.S. colleges for long-term success" against a blue background underneath an aerial photo of the Tufts University campus

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 17/07/2026

Two researchers at @tuftsvet.bsky.social found that by talking with pet owners about second-hand smoke and animal health, veterinarians can help influence human health for the better. More from the study: now.tufts.edu/2026/07/16/c...

"Could a Chat With a Veterinarian Help Smokers Kick the Habit?" in white text on a blue background to the left of an image of a dog being held by a person in a white shirt with a veterinarian in green scrubs behind the person as the dog looks to camera

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 15/07/2026

As a historian of cartoons, Brian Walker, A74, takes the art form seriously. But as the second-generation creator of the daily comic strip “Beetle Bailey,” he still aims to make you laugh. Read more: now.tufts.edu/2026/07/13/f... [📸: Elisa Keogh; © Comicana, Inc]

Brian Walker sits with a book in his lap in a room filled with comic book art

A dog in military uniform reads a comic strip

The Army soldier Beetle Bailey completes many tasks before going to a dance

Soldiers in line receiving their meals and throwing them directly into a garbage can

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 01/07/2026

Henry Cooke, A79, AG84, not only plays historic Revolutionary War-era figures—he also recreates their outfits and even repairs original items. Learn more about Cooke’s work: now.tufts.edu/2026/06/24/r...

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 25/06/2026

At the Tufts at Tech clinic—which provides affordable veterinary care to clients who qualify—third- and fourth-year @tuftsvet.bsky.social students gain hands-on experience being in charge of cases under the supervision of alumni volunteers and faculty. Read more: now.tufts.edu/2026/06/23/w...

Selimah Harmon and Bryan Gagnon stand outside in front of the Tufts at Tech clinic

Bryan Gagnon works with veterinary student Daniella Banton and a Worcester Technical High School student to examine a small dog

Bryan Gagnon performing surgery on a small dog with veterinary student Emma Gerry

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 23/06/2026

Congratulations to Jaye Gardiner and Allie Balter-Kennedy, Tufts faculty members who've been named to @sciam.bsky.social's inaugural class of Young American Scientists—as two of 28 researchers who are redefining the future of science. static.scientificamerican.com/dam/asset/dd...

Left, Jaye Gardiner (courtesy of Mike Last) and right, Allie Balter-Kennedy (courtesy of Jeff DelVisco]

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 22/06/2026

A little slice of sunshine on the Hill. 🐘💙 Happy summer, Jumbos! [🎥: Anna Miller/Tufts University]

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 18/06/2026

From Tufts to Disney World, this alum is working to create magic ✨ now.tufts.edu/2026/06/10/i...

Alum David Palamar wearing a blue Tufts sweatshirt stands with a Mulan character at Walt Disney World.

Alum David Palamar wearing a blue Tufts sweatshirt stands in front of Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World.

Alum David Palamar wearing a blue Tufts sweatshirt stands with chipmunk characters at Walt Disney World.

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 17/06/2026

Anyone know of any open World Cup roster spots? Let’s go! 🐘💙

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 12/06/2026

See inside the new Boston Student and Occupational Health Clinic, which will provide centralized care for students on the Boston health sciences campus ➡️ now.tufts.edu/2026/06/09/n...

Tufts leaders Michael Jordan and Mike Howard stand on a set of steps and smile as they cut a large red ribbon with oversized scissors during the grand opening of the Boston Student and Occupational Health Clinic

A waiting area with white walls and green chairs at the Boston Student and Occupational Health Clinic

An empty examination room at the Boston Student and Occupational Health Clinic as viewed from a low angle with an exam table, stool, and other medical equipment

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 12/06/2026

Did you hear that huge sonic boom recently in Massachusetts? A Tufts astronomer explains how meteors can cause them as they zoom to Earth from outer space: now.tufts.edu/2026/06/08/w...

Text "What Are These Meteors That Go Boom?" on a blue background on the left with an image of a shooting star passing over a large tree in the midst of a dark, starry sky on the right

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 08/06/2026

Got the ’Bos back together 🐘💙 So much fun welcoming back our alumni at this year’s Tufts Reunions! [📸: Lisa Dragani, Glenn Kulbako, Michael Last, and Sarah Maggiacomo for Tufts University]

A large group of alumni posing for a photo on a staircase in the Joyce Cummings Center during Tufts Reunions

A group of alumni posing for a photo in front of an illuminated Tufts sign during Tufts Reunions

Five alumni standing with the Jumbo the elephant mascot at Ellis Oval during a Tufts Reunions event

A group of alumni with their hands in the air, with some holding small signs, in front of a blue Tufts Alumni wall during Tufts Reunions

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 05/06/2026

It’s all coming together! On Thursday, June 4, a topping off ceremony was held to celebrate the placement of the final beam atop Pachyderm Place—a new 660 bed residence hall currently under construction at 401–403 Boston Avenue. [📸: Alonso Nichols/Tufts University]

A close up of the beam, signed by members of the construction team

Members of the construction team look up as the crane hoists the final beam to the top of Pachyderm Place for its topping off ceremony

A crane hoists the final beam to the top of Pachyderm Place

A construction work at the top of Pachyderm Place grabs hold of the final beam during the topping off ceremony

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 04/06/2026

Shannon Steines, M26, and Aidan Welsh, A22, M26, are in different branches of the military. After graduating from @tuftsmedschool.bsky.social in May, the couple will continue their training together with residencies at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. 🔗: now.tufts.edu/2026/06/01/m...

Military couple Shannon Steines, a lieutenant in the Navy, and Aidan Welsh, a captain in the Army, standing next to each other in uniform while Steins holds a certificate

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 01/06/2026

While Pachyderm Place, the new 660-bed residence hall at 401–403 Boston Avenue, isn’t set to open until next year, it’s already receiving some noteworthy recognition for its sustainability infrastructure. Learn more: now.tufts.edu/2026/05/26/n...

An architectural rendering of an exterior view of Pachyderm Place

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 30/05/2026

Back-to-back-to-back National Champions! 🐘💙 The Jumbos first and second varsity eights dominate in all four races as Tufts captures third straight NCAA title. now.tufts.edu/2026/05/29/w...

Tufts women's rowing team hold their trophies in the air while celebrating their victory on May 29. Photo: Stockton Photo

Members of the 1V8+ boat celebrate after crossing the finish line to win the National Championship on May 29. Photo: Stockton Photo

Tufts rower raises both her arms in their air following NCAA Championship victory. Photo: Stockton Photo

Three members of the Tufts women's rowing team hold their trophies in the air while celebrating their victory on May 29. Photo: Stockton Photo

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 27/05/2026

New record alert! $200,000 in grants have been awarded to local nonprofits through Tufts Community Grants—funded by faculty, staff, and a major Cummings Foundation match. Learn more about the 40 grantees and the areas of community need they are addressing: now.tufts.edu/2026/05/18/r...

A family looking at something in the woods, with one person pointing toward what the group is looking at, at the Mystic River Watershed Association

Three members of the FoodLink organization holding boxed meals while posing for a photo

A group of young adults posing in front of a colorful wall

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 24/05/2026

For the sixth time in program history, the Tufts men's lacrosse team has been crowned NCAA Division III National Champions! now.tufts.edu/2026/05/24/m...

The Tufts Men's lacrosse team poses for a photo with the NCAA National Championship following their victory on May 24, 2026. Photo: Stephen Blue/Sideline Media

The Tufts men's lacrosse teams jumps in a pile following their victory in the NCAA National Championship following their victory on May 24, 2026. Photo: Stephen Blue/Sideline Media

Members of the Tufts men's lacrosse team run onto the field to celebrate following the NCAA National Championship on May 24, 2026. Photo: Stephen Blue/Sideline Media

Senior Ben Clarke holds the NCAA trophy while teammates celebrate around him NCAA following their victory on May 24, 2026. Photo: Stephen Blue/Sideline Media

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 21/05/2026

This past weekend, the national-powerhouse Tufts lacrosse teams once again advanced in the NCAAs. The men's team heads to the NCAA Championship eyeing its third straight title while the women's team returns to the Final Four for the fifth time since 2019. Learn more: now.tufts.edu/2026/05/18/m...

The Tufts women's lacrosse team poses for a photo holding a 2026 Ticket Punched sign following their NCAA quarterfinal victory on May 17

The Tufts men's lacrosse team poses for a photo holding a 2026 Ticket Punched sign following their NCAA quarterfinal victory on May 17

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 19/05/2026

It was a happy 50th reunion for the Class of 1976! 🐘💙 In keeping with tradition, members of the class processed at this year's Commencement. [🎥: Anna Miller/Tufts University]

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 19/05/2026

Jumbo 💙 for our grads 🐘 [🎥: Haley Lerner and Marc Chalufour/Tufts University]

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 18/05/2026

Your newest grads from schools across Tufts 🐘💙 More photos from the Class of 2026 individual school Commencement ceremonies: now.tufts.edu/2026/05/17/s... [📸: Michael Last, Lisa Dragani, Paul Rutherfod, Jared Charney, and Jeff Poole for Tufts University]

Tufts University School of Dental Medicine graduates sitting and looking up while wearing their caps and gowns at Commencement

A Tufts University School of Medicine student being hooded while wearing her cap and gown at Commencement

The Fletcher School at Tufts University students posing for a photo while wearing caps and gowns and sitting in their seats at Commencement

Two Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy students hugging one another while wearing caps and gowns at Commencement

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 18/05/2026

Caps off to the Tufts University Class of 2026 🐘💙 [🎥: Andy Kwok/Tufts University]

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 18/05/2026

In his keynote address to the Class of 2026, business leader Ken Frazier urged graduates to "rely on your human judgement and intuition."

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 18/05/2026

The world may be ever‑changing, but the Jumbos are ready. President Sunil Kumar shares his reflections as Class of 2026 graduates prepare for their next steps.

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 17/05/2026

Jumbo proud of the Class of 2026! Congratulations, grads! 🐘💙 [📸: Alonso Nichols/Tufts University]

Three Tufts graduates cheering while processing during the Tufts all-university Commencement ceremony on May 17

Ken Frazier delivering the Commencement address at the podium during the Tufts all-university Commencement ceremony on May 17

A large group of Tufts graduates smiling and celebrating during the Tufts all-university Commencement ceremony on May 17

President Sunil Kumar speaking at the podium during the Tufts all-university Commencement ceremony on May 17

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Tufts University @tufts.edu · 17/05/2026

Saturday celebrations for the Class of 2026 🐘💙 [📸: Alonso Nichols/Tufts University]

The platform party processes into the Baccalaureate Ceremony, led by two graduates holding a banner that reads "Tufts 2026," on May 16

Jinwoo Hill, E26, Dake LaSala, A26, Juliana Lee, A26, Jack Moore, A26, and George Zhang, F26, at the ROTC Commissioning Ceremony at Tufts University on May 16, 2026

A student passing flame from a candle to another student during the Tufts University Illumination ceremony on May 16

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