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08/21/2026

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08/19/2026

They detect explosives, protect against armed attackers, and more. But when police working dogs are injured, who cares for them?

A new center at Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University, funded by the Stanton Foundation and led by Sean Majoy, V06, VG14, aims to improve the health, safety, and longevity of K-9s who serve on the front lines.

During 22 years on active and reserve duty with the U.S. Army Veterinary Corps, Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine Clinical Assistant Professor Sean Majoy, D.V.M., V06, VG13, has seen the deep bond between human handlers and their “brave, selfless” canine partners.

08/18/2026

Tufts University School of Dental Medicine experts Joey Chang, D08, DG12, and Cheen Loo agree: Mouthguards are the number one way to prevent dental injuries while playing sports.

An oral and maxillofacial surgeon sheds light on the most prevalent dental injuries caused by sports and how mouthguards can help.

08/17/2026

Thomas Mofford, who graduated from Tufts in 1955, was a dedicated teacher. Bequeathing his body to the Tufts University School of Medicine offered the opportunity for him to continue his career, says his widow, alumna Juliet Haines Mofford.

A married couple decided to return to their alma mater after their lives ended to help educate future medical professionals

08/14/2026

Tufts undergraduates have new opportunities to build valuable business skills alongside a liberal arts education thanks to The Fletcher School at Tufts University's new Graduate Certificate in Business, made possible by a gift from Vivek Shah, A94.

When Vivek Shah, A94, was an undergraduate student at Tufts, he would often study in the library at The Fletcher School, surrounded by graduate students.

08/13/2026

At the recent Tufts University Class of 1976 reunion, alumnus Dan Byrne, E76, was honored with the dedication of the Design Lab, recognizing his generous support for this hands-on learning space.

“I am deeply honored to have the Design Lab bear my name, especially as I celebrate my 50th Tufts reunion," Byrne said. "Hands-on learning shaped my own journey as an engineer and has been at the heart of my career ever since."

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3RMKBao

08/12/2026

Happy , Jumbos! 🐘💙

08/11/2026

🚨 GIVEAWAY 🚨 Want exclusive Tufts Alumni Jumbo keychains? Complete the steps below on ’s Instagram account now through Monday, August 17 for your chance to win!

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A winner will be randomly selected and announced on Tuesday, August 18 on our Instagram Story.

08/10/2026

We 💙 to welcome more elephants to town!

08/07/2026

Meet Tufts biologist Michael Levin, A92, A26P, who has spent his life trying to prove that intelligence shows up in nature in places we’d never think to look, and how cells work together to learn, form memory, and carry out tasks as a group.

Via New York Magazine

Biologist Michael Levin is working to prove that minds are hiding everywhere, from a plant to a scrap of skin to a single cell.