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...true that Harvard College is not a democracy. This is not a lament or a boast, but a fact that must inform the decisions and attitudes of both undergraduates and administrators. As students, we must understand that improvements in our lives can come only through cooperation and reasoned persuasion. Since undergraduates occupy at best a marginal role in the decision-making process, the administration must welcome and seriously consider student reactions to policy changes. Dean Lewis' response to this petition does not respect the mutual obligations necessary for cooperation between students and administrators...

Author: By The CRIMSON Staff, CRIMSON STAFF WRITER | Title: 'Blocking' Student Petitions | 3/13/2000 | See Source »

...tracks the growing number of European companies that are winning shares in the global-technology markets, creating jobs and wealth with innovative products, aggressive acquisitions and smart niche strategies. Its latest list shows that 127 of Europe's 500 fastest-growing companies are from the tech sector. These companies boast an average annual growth in revenues of 42% and in employment of about 36%. Among the strongest sectors are smart cards, encryption software, e-commerce software, electronic games and digital television...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Europe Closes the Gap | 3/13/2000 | See Source »

...Keeping a constant finger on the pulse of America, these stores have given up the traditional paper gift certificate of yesteryear for a more modern substitute. Seen as much more convenient for the customer as well as being environmentally friendly, these cards boast aesthetically pleasing designs and varying rainbow color motifs...

Author: By A. B. Osceola, | Title: Fifteen Minutes: And Charge It, Please | 3/2/2000 | See Source »

...Angelina Jolie (daughter of Jon Voight) is a Best Supporting Actress nominee for Girl, Interrupted. How many families can boast parent-child Oscar winners for acting...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: The Oscar Challenge | 2/28/2000 | See Source »

...Sewersi needles sadly lose in the size contest. Erica M. Waddell i03, a master of the stitch, said sewers can only boast an average needle of one and half inches, and conceded the knowledge about this sensitive topic. iLength is important, but itis not that important. Endurance and stamina have a lot to do with it.i Despite struggling with diminutive stature, sewers do have some kinky benefits and greater range. Waddell speaks with great pride about the fur underwear and latex boxers she has made...

Author: By Juice Fong and Temple W. Simpson, S | Title: Fifteen Minutes: And Sew it Goes | 2/24/2000 | See Source »

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