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...attacks have robbed the U.S. of its complacency--a remarkable feat. And if we become complacent again, we lose all." AMANDA POSTON Austin, Texas...
...task. Trainees must complete more than 500 hours of instruction in myriad subjects (chemistry, medical ethics and make-up, to name a few). Before receiving their licenses, prospective aestheticians must meet the requirements of the State Board of Cosmetology and the Department of Consumer affairs—no small feat. But just think of all the people you’ll save...
Michelle Branch is one such shining example in the musical firmament. After being signed to Madonna’s recording label, Maverick (no small feat in itself), her debut single, “Everywhere,” has ignited radio waves from coast to coast, and her first album, The Spirit Room, has peaked to date at number 84 on Billboard’s Top 200 chart. That’s not too shabby for any artist breaking into the business, but at the age of 18, Branch’s accomplishments simply astound. Granted, other kiddie stars have climbed...
...invested in communities outside Harvard’s gates, leading us not only to be skeptical of Harvard’s presence in some of them, but also to become committed to making for ourselves a life and not just a living. Recognizing the distinction is no small feat, and for me, it has meant abandoning many assumptions I held as a student in awe of Harvard and, in the process, delaying my graduation. Why does the Harvard experience, featuring brilliant scholars and endless resources, not help us see the difference more easily? Perhaps it is no coincidence that, save...
...advantage of the changed international picture and get involved in the peace process that the U.S. was pushing in order to maintain the cohesion of its anti-Iraq alliance. Now that the U.S. has similar needs in light of the anti-terrorism coalition, could Arafat pull off the same feat again despite the widespread skepticism of his rank and file...