https://allieladjeva.journoportfolio.comRSS Feed for Allie LadjevaenTue, 28 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.linkedin.com/posts/alexandra-ladjeva_i-dont-usually-share-personal-reflections-share-7486233774624493568-SHMH/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAD0whbMBZSox_1Y0SkMuJhRZ2V4ApHZAZgkTue, 28 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.linkedin.com/posts/alexandra-ladjeva_i-dont-usually-share-personal-reflections-share-7486233774624493568-SHMH/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAD0whbMBZSox_1Y0SkMuJhRZ2V4ApHZAZgkhttps://walthamtimes.org/2026/07/26/does-buying-local-reduce-the-risk-of-cyclospora-experts-weigh-in/As Cyclospora cases rise nationally, some Waltham residents have become increasingly cautious about where their fruits and vegetables come from and whether local produce offers greater protection from contamination.  Massachusetts has been less affected than other states, with 18 officially reported cases as of July 7. Still, the outbreak has raised questions about where the parasite comes from, which produce is more likely to be contaminated and whether buying locally makes a difference....Mon, 27 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://walthamtimes.org/2026/07/26/does-buying-local-reduce-the-risk-of-cyclospora-experts-weigh-in/https://walthamtimes.org/2026/07/23/lower-permit-cost-good-relationship-may-have-landed-biergarten-in-watertown-instead-of-waltham/Mighty Squirrel Biergarten’s location at Gore Place, an estate spanning Waltham and Watertown, raised an unusual licensing question: Which city should issue its permits?   Interviews with licensing officials from both municipalities and the Charles River Regional Chamber offer insights into how the permits work and why they were ultimately issued through Watertown. The one-day licensing permits Both cities conform to Massachusetts General Laws, including those governing the Alcoholic Be...Fri, 24 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://walthamtimes.org/2026/07/23/lower-permit-cost-good-relationship-may-have-landed-biergarten-in-watertown-instead-of-waltham/https://walthamtimes.org/2026/07/16/world-cup-brings-international-visitors-and-mixed-business-impact-to-waltham/As the French national team made Bentley University its “home away from home” and Scottish fans arrived in the city for World Cup matches, Waltham felt the tournament’s impact far beyond the stadium. Several local bars and restaurants have reported an increase in customers since the FIFA tournament began.  “We have seen an overall increase in business in the off times we normally wouldn’t. Such as when there have been 3 p.m. games on,” said Michael Morse, owner of John Brewer’s Tavern....Fri, 17 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://walthamtimes.org/2026/07/16/world-cup-brings-international-visitors-and-mixed-business-impact-to-waltham/https://walthamtimes.org/2026/06/30/we-feel-at-home-french-national-team-reflects-on-boston-bentley-experience-during-world-cup/While fans see the French national team for just 90 minutes on match day, most of the tournament unfolds behind the scenes. Since the World Cup kicked off, the French national team has been staying in Boston and using Bentley University as its training base. One of the main factors that drew the team to Greater Boston was the hospitality it experienced. In an interview with the Waltham Times, Mohamed Sanhadji, the French Football Federation’s head of security and liaison officer, offered i...Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://walthamtimes.org/2026/06/30/we-feel-at-home-french-national-team-reflects-on-boston-bentley-experience-during-world-cup/https://walthamtimes.org/2026/06/27/ahead-of-june-28-fireworks-waltham-residents-question-date-location-and-impact/As Waltham’s annual Independence Day celebrations are scheduled for Sunday, June 28, some residents are asking questions about the early date, the fireworks location and the environmental impact of the display. The early date is due to scheduling availability from the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation, which oversees activity on the river, according to the mayor’s office. For many years, Waltham residents gathered at Leary Field to watch the fireworks from the turf, e...Sat, 27 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://walthamtimes.org/2026/06/27/ahead-of-june-28-fireworks-waltham-residents-question-date-location-and-impact/https://walthamtimes.org/2026/06/21/waltham-celebrates-juneteenth-with-music-childrens-activities-and-a-reading-by-anita-hill/Strong winds blew across Waltham Common as members of the community gathered to celebrate Juneteenth, a federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States and honoring Black freedom, history and culture. The Juneteenth celebration, hosted by the Waltham Boys & Girls Club, began at 11 a.m., with tables and activities were set up across the Common. Families could enjoy slushies from Z-n-Z Slushies and More, while children took part in activities, including a crafting station...Mon, 22 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://walthamtimes.org/2026/06/21/waltham-celebrates-juneteenth-with-music-childrens-activities-and-a-reading-by-anita-hill/https://www.thejustice.org/article/2026/04/fall-2026-course-registration-trends-concerns-and-advice-for-studentsOn April 22, early course registration for fall 2026 officially opened, which allowed  undergraduate students to build next semester’s schedule. Early registration remains open until May 10, allowing students to continue choosing which classes to take. However, many have already reported being waitlisted for their preferred classes.  To inform this article, a small-scale survey was conducted by The Justice to provide insight into how Brandeis undergraduates felt about fall 2026 course registrati...Tue, 28 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.thejustice.org/article/2026/04/fall-2026-course-registration-trends-concerns-and-advice-for-studentshttps://www.thejustice.org/article/2026/03/crown-center-teach-in-discusses-the-united-states-israel-iran-and-the-middle-east-at-warOn March 11, the Crown Center for Middle East Studies hosted a teach-in event that provided context and analysis of the current conflict in the Middle East. Six scholars from the Crown Center participated in a discussion about military developments, Iranian domestic politics, Israel’s strategic objectives and the economic consequences of the war. The event aimed to help the Brandeis community better understand the geopolitical implications of the conflict. Prof. Gary Samore (POL), Crown Family d...Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://www.thejustice.org/article/2026/03/crown-center-teach-in-discusses-the-united-states-israel-iran-and-the-middle-east-at-warhttps://www.thejustice.org/article/2026/03/following-february-fire-shermans-closure-reshapes-dining-experience-on-campus-brandeisMore than a month after Sherman Dining Hall’s Feb. 2 closure, students reported overcrowding, limited food options and accessibility challenges, as Usdan Kitchen serves as the main dining hall on campus. To better understand the impact of this situation, The Justice conducted a survey between Feb. 18 and Feb. 27 to reflect students’ experiences during this time. The Sherman-Hassenfeld building closed its doors after students received a Brandeis Alert about “ongoing fire activity.” However, stude...Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://www.thejustice.org/article/2026/03/following-february-fire-shermans-closure-reshapes-dining-experience-on-campus-brandeishttps://www.thejustice.org/article/2026/02/the-use-of-ai-at-brandeis-trends-ethics-and-the-future-of-teaching-and-learning-brandeisHas the use of Artificial Intelligence in academia become inevitable? How is Brandeis University dealing with ethical and trust concerns among students and faculty members regarding the use of AI? A small-scale survey and interviews with various members of the Brandeis community provide insights into these questions. A 2025 Global Student Survey found that four in five students worldwide use generative AI tools for their higher studies, with ChatGPT being the most popular. Generative AI tools ar...Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://www.thejustice.org/article/2026/02/the-use-of-ai-at-brandeis-trends-ethics-and-the-future-of-teaching-and-learning-brandeis