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...though, Gross is keen to succeed, he could do worse than look to his predecessor (and good friend) for both philosophical inspiration and practical consultation. Lewis’ ousting was shabby and regrettable; it is now Gross’ responsibility to ensure that Lewis’ legacy of responsiveness to the whole range of student concerns outlasts his period in office. It is a mighty challenge for Gross—and one at which he cannot afford to fail...
Price said Bennett’s keen sense of humor and ability to have fun were among her best qualities...
Golden does not attribute the success of his characters to a magic trick, but rather to a careful honing of the skills of a novelist and a keen eye for observation...
Gahan, who now works in Washington D.C., was keen to explain his laissez-faire proctor strategy. “I went to Brown. Brown’s just different. Very laid-back. There is a greater degree of supervision [at Harvard], greater involvement by the proctors in the students’ lives.” A second-year law student at the time, Gahan admits that his approach was less than traditional: “I was probably the most laid-back proctor ever. With my ‘turn the other cheek’ attitude, I made...
Zicarelli is one of many burned individuals with a keen interest in the nearly $400 million restitution fund set aside for investors last week as part of the final, $1.4 billion settlement between 10 Wall Street firms and securities regulators. He knows he may recoup only a small part of his loss--even $400 million won't cover collective damages estimated to run in the billions...