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...with descriptions, it hedges. For example, in describing Professor Derek Parfit's Philosophy 161, Topics in Metaphysics, the guide notes, "Although a handful of those surveyed call [Parfit's] clarity impeccable, a slightly smaller number contend that the import of his lectures can be nebulous." Well, which...

Author: NO WRITER ATTRIBUTED | Title: A Quickie Guide to Picking Courses | 9/16/1994 | See Source »

That task falls to the guiding hands of Brill and new assistant coach Ron Murphy, brought in specifically for his defensive expertise. Molding the talents of sophomore stoppers Tariq Jawad and John Vrionus, and senior outside backs Tom Marcotullio and Derek Swaim is of paramount importance in producing the quick start Locker envisions...

Author: By Darren Kilfara, | Title: Germany Trip Ignites Men's Soccer | 9/12/1994 | See Source »

...Story of Arthur," to be led by Gurney Professor of English Literature Derek A. Pearsall, will aim to introduce students to a variety of Arthurian literature. The readings will include works from the Middle Ages to today...

Author: By Todd F. Braunstein, | Title: New Year, New Cores, New Profs | 7/8/1994 | See Source »

Rudenstine's salary represents a healthy jump of 9.6 percent from his first year as president, when he made about $207,000. In 1992-93, for the first time, Rudenstine's salary surpassed that of his predecessor, Derek C, Bok. Bok received $213,389 in salary during his last year...

Author: By Todd F. Braunstein, | Title: Administrators' Salaries Top 200K | 6/29/1994 | See Source »

...partly because singers like things that way. Judging by the opening performance of The Marriage of Figaro, Christie got his wish. The theater is handsome without being ostentatious. The interior is stark, but the warm pine walls save it from being dreary, impeccable modern. According to acoustician Derek Sugden, "Wood can be death unless it's stiff and thick. A softer grain will absorb low frequencies, which means there can be no richness in the sound." He and the Hopkinses decided to use pitch pine left around from Victorian warehouses. Waxed, it has a rosy glow. The modified horseshoe design...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: OPERA: Smiles of A Summer Night | 6/13/1994 | See Source »

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