There’s No ‘U’ in ‘Team’
The Wall Street Journal reports on research by Mohamed Hussein ’17 that indicates using inclusive language during difficult conversations can help your message get across more easily.
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Intercultural Outer Space
Tatiana Lind, MATI ’08 does her part for U.S.-Russia relations by interpreting for astronauts on the International Space Station.
Third-Culture Kids Needed
For heritage speakers of a language who are interested in careers as interpreters or translators, Sarahi Juarez, MATI ’24 offers both encouragement and advice: no, it’s not “cheating,” and yes, the field needs your skills and cultural know-how.
AI-Fueled Competition
At a Fortune Magazine technology conference, Grindr CEO George Arison ’00 predicted fierce competition among startups for top workers in an age where AI “synthetic employees” can replace entry-level positions.
Women Funding Women
Shabana Basij-Rasikh ’11 is among 12 recipients of $20 million grants from a new philanthropic initiative by Melinda French Gates to support women and girls across a range of issues worldwide.
New in Kids’ Lit
Two alumni have written children’s books that address cultural differences and migration.
From Playground to Playoffs
With the NBA playoffs in full swing, USA Today profiled Cleveland Cavaliers general manager Koby Altman ’04.
Buried Tales, Haunted Storyteller
In an interview with People magazine, Julia Alvarez ’71 shares insights from her latest (and possibly last) novel, which is her response to the question of growing old as an artist.
New Leader at Whitney Museum
This week, Kim Conaty ’99 began her term as the new chief curator of the Whitney Museum of American Art.