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The Powerful Effects of Baby Sharks in the Ocean

July 7, 2026
Not all sharks live up to the reputation of the great white in Jaws. In fact, very few do. But in the ocean, even baby lemon sharks instill brief but powerful moments of fear in smaller fish. That fearsome presence lies at the core of research by Betsy…

5 Questions with Bentley Trustee Sheila A. Harrington ’87

July 6, 2026
Sheila A. Harrington ’87 is a powerful example of how dedication, trust and adaptability can lead to long-term leadership success — exemplified by nearly 40 years of audit, accounting and healthcare finance experience at KPMG. Harrington, who recently retired…

Gordon A. Pulsifer Named Chair of Bentley Board of Trustees

July 1, 2026
The Bentley Board of Trustees has elected Gordon A. Pulsifer ’80, P ’08 ’19 as chair, effective July 1. Pulsifer, who has served as vice chair, succeeds J. Paul Condrin III ’83, P ’19 ’22, who is stepping down as chair after seven years in that role but will…

French National Team Community Training Day Brings World Cup Excitement to Bentley

June 16, 2026
Boston 26, the official FIFA host committee responsible for organizing World Cup watch parties and associated activities in Boston and the surrounding area, helped bring Community Training Day to the Bentley University campus — a chance for select local youth…

The French National Team Arrives at Bentley: A Photo Essay

June 11, 2026
Before the French National Team arrived at Bentley, the Dana Center was already transformed. Media risers stood ready, Bentley Falcons and Équipe de France de Football branding lined the entryway, and staff from FIFA and Bentley moved through the quiet space…

In Their Own Words: Bentley’s Class of 2026 Reflects

June 9, 2026
On May 16, Bentley’s undergraduate Class of 2026 came together to celebrate their graduation. In the weeks after, they did what Bentley students do best — connect with their LinkedIn community.  Their heartfelt and reflective messages speak to persistence…

French National Team at Bentley: What to Know About World Cup Practices and Campus Access

June 8, 2026
Are the French national team’s practices at Bentley open to the public? No, the French team’s practices are not open to the public. Bentley is the French national team's official Team Base Camp Training Site during the FIFA World Cup 2026™, which means…

Pitch Perfect: Preparing a Field for World Cup Training

May 26, 2026
Natural grass on a sand-based root zone. Mowed to 9/10 inch. Precisely irrigated and drained. A FIFA-standard pitch, or field, is crucial to player performance and gametime consistency. Ryan Gaffey, director of facilities services at Bentley, is driven by…

“In Technology, You Are a Student for Life”

May 26, 2026
A Data EvolutionOver his 25-year career, Scott Keaney, MSIT ’04, MBA ’06, PhD ’26 has seen a data evolution, from foundational data architectures to artificial intelligence (AI) insights. The pace of innovation is what keeps him motivated — and keeps him…

Is Tipping at a Tipping Point?

May 26, 2026