Office of Capital Programs

September 30, 2023

The symbolic sculpture created by former Guggenheim Fellow Elbert Weinberg, was commissioned by a devoted patron of the university, Mrs. Leah Bennett Cline of Chestnut Hill, MA, in memory of her husband Harry.  The sculpture is located at the entrance to the Berlin Chapel.

As the sculpture has been on display outside of the Berlin Chapel for many years, elemental weathering had taken its toll, thereby requiring much needed restoration and refurbishment. It was decided that said restoration work should occur prior to and in preparation for the 75^th celebration of Brandeis University. Sincere Metal Works, the metal work artists who design and restore metal art, undertook the task of restoring “Jacob Wrestling with an Angel.” The sculpture is now back in its original location, restored to its former condition, for all to see and appreciate.

October 23, 2023

The central plaza of the Usdan Student Center is one of the most heavily trafficked surfaces on campus. This project will repair the underlying waterproofing, which provides protection to the building structure and finished dining hall underneath the plaza. The scope also includes installation of new pavers in the plaza, skylights in the dining hall ceiling, and glass entrances to the building.

September 11, 2023

The renovation of an underutilized dining station into a new Asian food theme station offering wok fried rice, vegetable, and meat dishes, which has been missing from on campus dining options for several years. The scope includes all new cooking exhaust at the station and improvements to the main kitchen exhaust system. It also includes new plumbing for the installation of two separate woks, allowing one to be used for only vegetarian meals.

September 4, 2023

Brandeis' hillside location creates many natural accessibility issues. As part of the school's continuing efforts to improve accessibility and inclusivity, these walkways will provide safe and convenient access to the Music Center and Counseling Center.

August 21, 2023

The rejuvenation of a vacated cafe in the Lemberg Academic Center into a cafe offering various coffee options, nutritional shakes, and light breakfast options. Located in the Business School lobby, the cafe will provide a comfortable space for gatherings or a quick coffee or meal before class.