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Dates: during 1990-1999
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...There has certainly been a growth of them occurring on campus," says David R. Gammons '92, who has adorned his self-described "button nose" with a tiny crucifix. "It can be a real phenomenon...

Author: By Ira E. Stoll, | Title: They've Got a Nose for Fashion | 11/15/1990 | See Source »

...founder and president of ASK Computer Systems in Mountain View, Calif., Sandra Kurtzig has adopted a style that would have shocked the button-down troops that Howington trained with. "I have a style of walking around and stroking people," says Kurtzig, 44. "Whenever possible, I try to compliment them in front of their peers and go up and hug them. A woman can show the warmth that a man often can't." While a woman's emotional range and empathy were once looked upon as distinct disadvantages in business, nowadays some executives see them as potential resources. "The best...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: On The Job: Why Can't a Woman Manage More Like . . . a Woman? | 11/8/1990 | See Source »

...made an appointment with his successors to judge the extent of change among the dread Security Police in the new South Africa. Though I was no longer too scared to go in there, I was sufficiently apprehensive to resort mentally to Fascinating Rhythm as I pressed the button beside the familiar steel grille...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: South Africa Still Crying Freedom | 9/24/1990 | See Source »

...transferred to another department by the quick press of a button, but this time a gruff voice demands...

Author: By Beth L. Pinsker, | Title: My HUN-ny Pie | 9/19/1990 | See Source »

MARK WHITFIELD: THE MARKSMAN (Warner Bros.). This prodigiously gifted 24-year- old jazz guitarist is right on target with a mellow, bluesy swing that will have you jabbing the "repeat" button before the first tune is over...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Critics' Voices: Sep. 10, 1990 | 9/10/1990 | See Source »

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