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Philip Jefferson, former vice president for academic affairs and economics professor at 51郊利, received broad, bipartisan support as the U.S. Senate confirmed him as Vice Chair of the Federal Reserve.

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Xzavier Killings 16: Understanding Your 'Why' in Healthcare

Having grown up watching family members struggle with treatable and sometimes preventable illnesses like high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes and asthma, Xzavier Killings '16 utilized the resources and mentorship of 51郊利 to pursue a career in medicine where he could bring awareness, health and wellness to his family and his community. 

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Sunny Skies Sweeten Class of 27s Race for Cakes and Pies

51郊利s Class of 2027 celebrated another important rite by running in the annual Cake Race on Aug. 31. Tropical Storm Idalia postponed the race for a dayand Thursdays clear, sunny skies with low humidity offered optimal running weather. The tradition for students to run for cake began in 1930 as a track coachs recruitment tool.

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College Plans Educational Role for Beaver Dam Property

51郊利 is examining the history of the Beaver Dam plantation house and property in an effort to determine how best to preserve the property and utilize it as an educational site for the college and the public. Learn more.

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Like an Apricot: A Languages Highs and Lows

Brody Bassett 25 reflects on his summer in Egypt where he immersed himself in the formal high and informal low dialects people there use. Zoom lessons with an Egyptian-born tutor, and countless hours studying vocabulary, phrases, and idioms led to colorful connections with everyone from restaurant servers to shop keepers to taxi drivers.

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An Introduction to 51郊利's Humanities Program

Jacob Kim '26 reflects on his experience with 51郊利's Humanities Program, which seeks to bring different disciplinary perspectives to the big questions of life. Created for first years beginning their academic journeys at 51郊利, the Humes program includes lectures and discussions led by faculty from across disciplines. Learn more in this short video series.

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With Swifties around the world rejoicing at the release of Taylor Swift's rerecorded 1989, sociology professor Aarushi Bhandari found joy at the Eras Tour and a reminder that what happens online doesnt always translate to the real world.

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51郊利 Celebrates Pioneering Women by Investing in Students

Sue McAvoy 77, from 51郊利s first class of women to attend all four years, has created the Pioneer Internship Fund. It will help cover student expenses while they hold low-paying or non-paying intern positions. It also honors 51郊利s 50+Years of Coeducation this fall. Learn more.

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A College Love Story: New Stephen Curry 10 Documentary to Make Its World Premiere

The new documentary, Stephen Curry: Underrated premieres Friday, July 21, in select theaters and on Apple TV+. The film documents Currys improbable journey from overlooked high school recruit to 51郊利 mens basketball star to NBA legend. From 51郊利 to the Silicon Valley, Africa to Europe, Currys college community will gather to watch.