JUMBO DIGEST | November 01, 2026 | STUDENT LIFE EVENTS

Hello Jumbos!

Get ready for an early sunset. Please vote on November 3 if you are eligible! Here's what's coming up.

Explore student organizations and event opportunities, connect with interest communities, and find all of the resources you need to lead your organization! 

You'll find a full listing of next week's events in JumboLife!

This week's Jumbo Digest features just some of the many events happening on campus.

Students and Student Organizations can submit events to JumboLife! Add your event by Thursday at noon each week to be discoverable via the Jumbo Digest.

Tuesday, November 3
7:30 – 11 p.m.
Eaton 260

Come celebrate democracy with Tufts Democrats, Tufts Republicans, and JumboVote on Election Day!

Swing by for a fun and supportive space to watch the midterm election results come in for races across the country as well as local races! 

Food (Picante taco bar, snacks, desserts, and sodas) and games will be provided while supplies last.

Wednesday, November 4
4 – 5:15 p.m.
SMFA Anderson Auditorium

The Sculpture and Metals Areas at SMFA are excited to welcome Yvonne Escalante as a visiting artist.

Yvonne’s interdisciplinary, conceptual practice draws connections between the degradation of our planet and the marginalization of people across the globe whose skills, livelihoods, and cultures are pushed aside by modern agriculture and commerce.

Thursday, November 5
Noon – 1 p.m.
SMFA Anderson Auditorium

Take a peaceful break and enjoy delicious teas in a calming environment. Sushi and tea provided!

Thursday, November 5
Noon – 1 p.m.
Curtis Hall Multipurpose Room

Help us welcome Dr. Khristopher Nicholas, Assistant Professor of Agriculture, Food and Environment at the Tufts Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy, to the Hoch Cunningham Environmental Lectures series.

Dr. Nicholas will explore how climate change impacts food security and nutrition, and why global policy decisions must better reflect community needs and lived experiences.  

Lunch provided.

This talk will be livestreamed and recorded.

Thursday, November 5
6 – 8 p.m.
51 Winthrop Street, Breed Hall

Please join us for this annual networking event between CS alumni and students.

All class years welcome!

Chat with alumni who work in various industries, with a variety of titles, doing many different things utilizing their Tufts computer science backgrounds.

Good food provided!

Thursday, November 5 – Saturday, November 7

Tufts University will welcome the Italian American Studies Association's 58th Annual Conference, Italian Americans and the Making of America: Design, Diaspora, and the Architecture of Belonging, from November 5–7, 2026. Featuring more than 150 presentations, creative readings, and keynote speaker Fred L. Gardaphé, the conference will examine the role of Italian Americans in shaping the nation's history and ongoing pursuit of belonging and recognition. 

Non-presenting Tufts faculty, staff and students can participate for free by registering and presenting ID.

Film Screening of Tarantella and Conversation with Helen De Michiel
Thursday, November 5, 2026
1 – 3 p.m.
Alumnae Lounge, Aidekman Arts Center

Tarantella is a humorous, yet darkly emotional story of a young Italian-American woman driven to uncover the hidden truths of her own history and identity as she pieces together an extraordinary tale of family secrets, murder and unspoken love. Starring Mira Sorvino.

Film Screening of American Women Saints and Conversation with Marylou and Jerome Bongiorno
Friday, November 6, 2026
8:45 – 9:30 a.m.
Alumnae Lounge, Aidekman Arts Center

A comprehensive, animated, historical documentary focusing on Frances Xavier Cabrini. Using first-person narration in modern language, the film presents an untold story of a strong, smart, and driven woman. 

Friday, November 6
9 – 11 a.m.
JCC Room 180

Interested in drones and environmental science? Join the Sustainable CORE Fellows and Professor Jon Caris for an interactive workshop exploring how drones are used in environmental research, conservation, and restoration.

Learn about real world applications of drone technology and get the chance to fly a drone yourself! No prior experience is necessary, and refreshments will be provided.

Hands-on flying opportunities are limited.

Saturday and Sunday, November 7 and 8
9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Barnum 104

Free for Tufts students!

This intensive weekend seminar is led by former investment bankers with applied expertise in financial modeling methodologies.

It bridges the gap between academics and the real world to equip students with the hands-on practical financial skills that they will need to excel during the recruiting process and on the job.

Election Day is Tuesday, November 3! Are you ready to make your voice heard? Explore Tisch College’s election resources and tools to register to vote, request an absentee ballot, view state deadlines, sign-up for free localized reminders through TurboVote, learn more about this year’s Massachusetts ballot questions, and more.

Check out these upcoming sessions.

Art has always been a powerful vessel for change.

On December 11, 2026, The Ivy x Percolate Magazine will host an art exhibition featuring student and local artists. Through art, we hope to foster community, reflection, and meaningful conversations about sexual violence prevention.

We invite submissions exploring themes of survivor advocacy, consent, bodily autonomy, accountability, and awareness.

If you're interested in submitting artwork, use the following link.

Take the Student Satisfaction Survey to share your thoughts and help shape the future of campus dining.

Your feedback helps improve the quality of food, service, and overall dining experience.

Provide your email address for the chance to win JumboCash. One entry per respondent. Survey closes Friday, November 6!

November is Multimode Month. Whether you walk and ride the T or take the bus and ride a bike, choose “multi” when recording your trips to win a commuter goodie basket.

Check out the subsidies and discounts available through GoMassCommute for using alternative transportation.

Everyone who records at least 30 trips using any mode before Dec. 1 will be entered to win the grand prize of a bicycle (up to $1,000 value).

Goldman Sachs Info Session

Monday, November 2
8 – 9 p.m.
Tisch 304

Hear from Goldman Sachs reps about opportunities and the application process and get insider tips.

AlphaSights Lunch & Learn

Wednesday, November 4
Noon – 1:30 p.m. 
JCC Venture Lab #301

AlphaSights is hiring juniors and seniors for full-time and internship opportunities in NYC and San Francisco! Students of all class years are invited to learn more about standing out in the recruiting process. Lunch provided.

Career Conversations with Sotheby's 

Thursday, November 5
7 – 8 p.m.
Zoom

Join Sotheby’s for a behind-the-scenes look at Early Talent Programs and what it’s really like to build a career at an auction house.

Evercore Summer Analyst Info Session

Friday, November 6
Noon – 1:30 p.m
Zoom

First years and Sophomores — get an overview of Evercore's 2028 Summer Analyst program and learn about investment banking. You'll hear from a panel of current Evercore Analysts and have opportunities to network.

The Advising Period Begins Monday, November 2

This is a great time to review your degree sheet, or degree plan to prepare for your advising meeting that will take place during the advising period (November 2 – 20).

Please remember to reach out and schedule an appointment with your Major Advisor, Pre-Major Advisor, or designated Senior Academic Advisor to plan for your SP27 courses and to have your Registration HOLD lifted.

SP27 courses will go live and be available on SIS on November 2.

Familiarize yourself with upcoming registration dates and deadlines by visiting the Academic Calendar.

Questions for your A&S, Engineering, or SMFA advising team?  

Students can stop by drop-in advising with any quick questions about advising, courses, or academic requirements.  

Catholic Mass | 5 p.m. | Goddard Chapel

Protestant Evening Worship (P.E.W.) | 7 p.m. | Goddard Chapel

Midday Mindfulness with the Tufts Buddhist Mindfulness Sangha | Noon | Interfaith Center

Election Night Watch party | 7:30 – 11 p.m. | Eaton 260 (see featured events)

Protestant Bible Study | Noon – 1 p.m. | Barnum Room 231

Yvonne Escalante Visiting Artist Talk | 4 – 5:15 p.m. | SMFA Andersen Auditorium (see featured events)

Buddhist Tea and Community Care | 7 p.m. | Goddard Chapel

Italian American Studies Association 58th Annual Conference (see featured events)
Mindful Tea Tasting | Noon – 1 p.m. | SMFA Andersen Auditorium (see featured events)
Hoch Cunningham Environmental Lecture Series: Climate, Food, and Power | Noon – 1 p.m. | Curtis Hall Multipurpose Room (see featured events)
Computer Science Networking Night | 6 – 8 p.m. | Breed Hall (see featured events)

Drones Teach In | 9 – 11 a.m. | JCC 180 (see featured events)
Jummah Prayers | 1:15 – 2 p.m. | Interfaith Center

Wall Street Prep | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Barnum 104 (see featured events)

Wall Street Prep | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Barnum 104 (see featured events)