Stories

“I wouldn’t be where I am today if not for Tufts”

“Tufts gave me a lot of opportunities, and I want to help others have a similar experience”

“We feel very loyal to Tufts. With our gift, we can do something meaningful for the medical school while enjoying the tax benefits of a charitable remainder unitrust”

“Charitable remainder trusts provide a great way to make an impact on the school’s future”

“Tufts played such an important part in both our lives that we wanted to give back.”

Tufts couples, a justice of the peace, and a caterer reflect on a year that upended celebrations but could not squelch their joy

Tufts students, faculty, and staff describe being visible, fighting discrimination, and finding joy in community

"I don’t consider myself a transgender activist. I’m happy to sit on an LGBTQ committee or task force, but I think that just being visible as a transgender person is important, too."

The Presidential Award for Civic Life is the highest recognition for service, leadership, and civic engagement conferred by Tufts University. This year’s winners include four students from Tufts School of Medicine.