Word: masterful
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Dates: during 1990-1999
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...most treasured events is the annual spring formal--known as the Fete--at which House residents and their guests swing dance under a tent in the courtyard, enjoying chocolate-dipped strawberries and champagne when the live band takes a break. Those with a sweet tooth will enjoy co-Master Kristine Forsgard's famed cheesecake at House functions, and everyone will soon lunch in extra splendor when the dining hall gets its scheduled facelift...
...House suites--known informally as "The Swamp" and the 10-Man--are famous for their parties. House Master Donald H. Pfister teaches Biology 143, "Biology of the Fungi," and with 17 years under his belt in the House, is now the second longest serving master at Harvard, along with wife Cathy. The Pfisters and Kirkland House are good friends of the Harvard Foundation's Cultural Rhythms, having hosted a reception for Cultural Artist of the Year Will Smith before this year's production...
...renovation maintained the House's character as a former Radcliffe dormitory; mirrors in the hallways allow for the inspection of one's hemline before going out, and door hooks hearken back to the days when doors had to be ajar when male visitors were present. The House's master is the director of the Museum of Comparative Zoology; don't be surprised if you find yourself in a conversation about Antarctica with the McCarthys...
...House Master and Dean of the Extension School Michael Shinagel told The Crimson last year that he views his role as "the skipper of a major cruise ship" and has been known to offer exotic foods such as sushi at masters' open houses. Co-master Marjorie North teaches students public speaking and drama in informal seminars. The masters' penthouse residence has been cited as one of the most glorious apartments in Boston...
...especially active and enthusiastic sophomore class, many say, has re-energized the House Committee. House event highlights include 'Thropstock, Winthrop's miniature version of Springfest, and Debauchery night, when people have been known to run through the House dining room sans clothing. Look for House Master Paul D. Hanson in the dining hall during the day--he enjoys taking his meals among students. And don't miss the Waka Commons, a House grill without the grill (destroyed by fire last year), named after House resident Adam D. "Waka" Green...