Psychology of Voter Preferences
A new research paper by Mohamed A. Hussein ’17 looks at the psychological factors behind voters’ overall preferences for more extreme political candidates.
Stories
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A Good Idea at the Time
After two children and more than a decade since her college racing days, Keely Levins ’13 decided to sign up for a biathlon.
Sports for Social Change
A Lesotho-based education and development nonprofit directed by Motlatsi Nkhahle ’15.5 was honored with the 2025 Laureus Sport for Good Award.
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.
Energy Transition, Stat!
Pier LaFarge ’10 spoke on the renewable energy sector podcast Factor This! about his outside-the-box approach with utility companies to exponentially increase electricity production.
A Sea Change
The world’s first hydrogen-powered commercial ferry began service in San Francisco Bay on July 19, reports the Associated Press.
Help from a Stranger
The New York Times followed Bianca Giaever ’12 around NYC while she tried to offer free help to strangers.
Ghosts and Secrets
Two new novels by alumnae depict characters trying to distinguish between reality and fantasy.
Micro Acts of Compassion
4/11/2024
The LA Times reports that a new study coauthored by Eli Susman ’18 found that extending kindness and self-compassion in a daily 20-second meditation lowered stress and improved mental health for study participants.