Dean College Blog

The first time Ryan Bell went on air at Dean College, it wasn’t part of a carefully mapped plan. It was simply part of the experience. 

When Leah Perez stepped to the podium as a student speaker at Dean College's 2026 Commencement ceremony, she shared a message that resonated with graduates of all ages. "For a long time, I believed success had a schedule," she told the audience. "Graduate by this age. Achieve this by that time. Don't fall behind."  Read on to learn more.

Gabrielle Bonin ‘26 didn’t arrive at Dean with a perfectly mapped-out plan. What she had instead was something more instinctive: a lifelong connection to music and a curiosity about how live experiences come to life behind the scenes. Concerts, for her, were never just events, but moments that stayed with people, something she wanted to be part of creating. 

When most people think about attending dance colleges, they picture one outcome: a life on stage. And while professional performance is absolutely a path dance graduates pursue, it is only one of many. Today, a degree from one of the top dance colleges opens doors to rewarding careers in education, health sciences, arts administration, entertainment, and beyond. Read on to learn more.

When Boston Legacy FC kicked off its inaugural season against Gotham FC on March 14 it was the voice of Dean College freshmen Ava J. Membreno heard over the loudspeakers at Gillette Stadium. Membreno, a Sports Broadcasting major, was recently selected to be the Legacy’s Public Address (PA) Announcer as they begin play in the National Women’s Soccer League. Read on to learn more.

Dean offers its students something refreshingly different than other colleges, with 96 percent of our graduates employed or in graduate school within one year of earning their degree. Read on to learn more.

Researching Sociology vs. Psychology, comes down to one big question: Are you more curious about individuals, or the society they live in? Whether you’re drawn to understanding the mind or motivated to create positive change in your community, Dean’s small classes, dedicated faculty, and hands-on learning opportunities will help you find and follow your path. Read on to learn more.

Celebrating 20 years of leadership and impact, Dr. Erin Thomas continues to drive excellence and innovation in Dean College’s Exercise Science program. Read on to learn more.

We have officially welcomed the Class of 2029 to Dean. Read on to learn more about our newest class and what they've been up to so far.

From neuroscience to sociology to public health, Dean's School of Liberal Arts and Sciences offers a multitude of choices to its students. Read on to learn more.