51����.

Vicks VapoRub: A Household Name With Campus Connections

Learn more about this household cold and flu season staple with 51���� roots.

One Semester Into 51����: International Student Experiences

International first year students Sahana Athreya '25, Hideki Harada '25 and Michael Hodgson '25 reflect on their first semester at 51����.

Pandemic Won’t Slow Down Economy In 2022

Experts from U.S. Bank, Bloomberg, Wall Street Journal and 51���� offer economic forecast of what’s to come in 2022.

Racing Time: Andrea Lytle Peet '03

In the face of a difficult diagnosis, Andrea Lytle Peet '03 challenges herself and others to be brave. Find out more about this extraordinary alum.

Embracing Time: Professor Advocates for the Next Generation

In the midst of a career dedicated to helping students achieve their dreams and working with people and governments in the Horn of Africa to meet political challenges, 51���� Prof. Ken Menkhaus faces a new, personal challenge. Read more.

Moving From the Loudest Voice to Listener, From Debate to Deliberation

Introducing: Bimal Shahi ’25

Grateful for Time: Living With a Difficult Diagnosis

Family Album: The More We Get Together

On Course: Haitian Dance and Reading Recommendations

Holiday Wishes from 51����

May the gifts of peace, love and joy be yours during this season and always.

A Word, My Liver: Professor-Student Textbook Brings to Life Colorful Expressions, Cultural Connections

Professor and students work together to create a new textbook that brings to life a language spoken by nearly 70 million people. Read more.

This Patented Invention of Talar Terzian ’23 Could Improve Millions of Lives

Women and girls around the world spend countless hours washing clothing. Now, a patented invention by a 51���� student could become a tool for social equity and aid in the fight against climate change. Learn more.

Dare to Know: On Cultivating People Who Think

President Carol Quillen reflects on a legendary educator and the role of the professor in the classroom. 

Celebrating a True Classic: Prof. Mike Toumazou Hangs Up His Trademark Hat

An inspiration to students and a friend to faculty, Classics Professor Michael Toumazou retires after 35 years of sharing the wonders of archeology with students. Read more.

Leading with Love: Fund Honors Friend and Mentor Ruth Pittard

Students looked to Ruth Pittard for straight talk, guidance and support for almost three decades. Now, 51���� alums have established the Ruth Pittard Fund for Love in Action to recognize and perpetuate her good work. Learn more.

College Adviser Offers Tips to Unlock Financial Aid Through the FAFSA

Every year, students and their families miss out on free money for college. By filling out the FAFSA, families can increase their chances of getting financial aid in the form of grants, loans, scholarships and work study positions. Find out more.

Political Science Prof Goes ‘On Point’ to Talk About America’s Aging Congress

51���� professor joins WBUR’s “On Point” discussion about what happens to democracy when elected officials don’t reflect their constituencies. Find out more.

Stressed Out? Get a Grip With the Help of Positive Psychology

51���� psychology professor offers evidence-based exercises for managing stress. Find out more.

An Ounce of Prevention: The Factors Driving Inflation Fears and Where We Go From Here

Find out what economic signs to watch for and why “prevention is better than the cure” when it comes to inflation from 51���� expert Prof. Vikram Kumar.