Submit your work to BLOT© Magazine. Comics, illustrations, concept art, and written work are all welcome. The extended deadline is Friday, January 30 at 4 p.m.

The SMFA Art Store will open Saturday, January 31 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Spring 2026 Producthon participant applications are open. Producthon is a weekend-long design challenge where participants design an app that solves an important issue related to a given problem space. The event takes place from February 6 through February 8 on Tufts Medford Campus. Applications are due by Saturday, January 31. 

The Levitate Foundation will award up to 10 emerging visual artists a $5,000 grant to support continued education—through higher education, a residency, or a retreat of their choosing—or to bring a self-directed passion project to life. To apply or to nominate another emerging artist, share your work and what creating means to you by Sunday, March 1. 

Triple Canopy Publication Intensive applications are open. The Publication Intensive is a free two-week program in Manhattan dedicated to the history and contemporary practice of publication. Applications are accepted from those in the early stages of their careers or enrolled in graduate programs.

Green Fund Proposal Workshop
When: Monday, January 26 at 4:30 p.m.
Where: Zoom
The Green Fund provides up to $40,000 for the implementation of sustainability projects and ideas from and for the Tufts community. Workshop your proposal with Office of Sustainability staff members to increase your chances of winning funding! Applications are due Wednesday, February 4.

Working the Tufts Environment
When: Thursday, January 29 from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Curtis Hall, Medford/Somerville campus or Zoom
Join Tufts’ Campus Services Manager Henry Puza and Professor of Anthropology, Dr. Alex Blanchette, for a discussion on Henry’s career in grounds and landscape management, how he understands Tufts’ campus ecology, and his vision for the future of Tufts campus landscape. 

Magical Thinking, of Systems and Beliefs Opening Reception
When: Thursday, January 29 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: TUAG, SMFA Boston Campus
Celebrate the opening of Magical Thinking, of Systems and Beliefs with a reception and performance from manuel arturo abreu. 

Tufts Annual Rev. Dr. MLK, Jr. Celebration: Lunch and Learn series
In Person: Wednesday, February 11 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. in Room B209, SMFA Boston campus
Virtual: Thursday, February 12 from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. on Zoom
Each session will engage the 2026 theme “Lifting Every Voice” with recorded clips from the event and facilitated group conversation. All Tufts students, faculty, and staff are welcome, and lunch is provided at the in-person events. Register for Lunch and Learn. Email chaplaincy@tufts.edu with any questions. 

Drop-in Career Advising
When: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Wednesdays and Fridays from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Artist Resource Center, B205, SMFA Boston campus
The career center is back up and running for drop-in hours this semester, with two brand new career fellows. Meet our new fellows here. You can drop in (no appointment needed) for resume or cover letter reviews, internship search strategy, whatever is on your mind! 

Career Center Internship Grant Virtual Info Session
When: Wednesday, January 28 at 12 p.m.
Where: Zoom
Looking for funding for unpaid summer internships? In this information session, you'll learn everything you need to know in order to submit a successful application for the Career Center Internship Grant, which funds ~50 students annually for unpaid summer internships with a $4,500 stipend.

Save the Date: Internships in Museums, Conversations with Recruiters
When: Thursday, February 5 at 4:30 p.m.
Where: Boston College
The Massachusetts Cultural Academic Partnerships (MCAP), in collaboration with several local cultural institutions, invites students to an informative and engaging information session. 

Register Now: Tufts Spring Career Fair

When: Friday, February 6 from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Where: Gantcher, Medford/Somerville Campus

Look for Community Highlights in future Updates.