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...have an opportunity to show otherwise. What if one afternoon, instead of rowing, we volunteered at a Miami elementary school or soup kitchen? Then we could give back to the community that plays host to us in January, allowing us an escape from the erg. It’s one thing to buy smoothies; it’s another to demonstrate appreciation...
...wrote about the nobility of government and how procedural rules “help define our democracy just as much as elections do...and by respecting that system, we give shape to our values and shared commitment...
Professor Joshua D. Greene '97 of Psychology 15: "Social Psychology" employed the gross-out factor to keep students on the edge of their seats today. Apparently, he called three students to the stage and proceeded to give the first one a big hunk of fudge, which was quickly devoured. He then gave the second girl a piece of the same fudge, but shaped like poop. He made sure to point out this fact, but she ate it after a brief moment of hesitation. The third girl was told to spit in a cup and then...
Next year, Harvard should offer optional enrichment programming that would not count toward academic credit. These ungraded classes would give students a chance to explore new fields and interests without the pressure of competition or GPAs. Meanwhile, those who enjoyed spending time at home, traveling, or working during this J-term could continue to do so. In this way, Harvard could support the relaxing component of vacation while still encouraging students to keep their minds engaged in non-competitive, stimulating pursuits...
First, consider the attention that we are told to give to equally controversial topics. Before freshmen even set foot on campus, the Freshman Dean’s Office tells students that “questions about identity and privilege seem especially important to consider”—identity with respect to “race and class,” that is. Socioeconomic and racial components of one’s life are worthy of focus, but these are not the only areas about which critical thought would benefit students. In the instance of Community Conversations, the College...