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...affects these students most profoundly, as those in lower socioeconomic groups are both more dependent on financial aid and more likely to be convicted of drug offenses. For minor drug offenses such as possession, Congress should adopt a rehabilitative approach rather than a punitive one. The best way to prevent recidivism is to provide such offenders with the chance to attend college and become productive members of society. Instead, the AEP renders many college drug offenders unable to continue their education, limiting their opportunities and standing in the way of their personal growth. Federal financial aid is not, however...

Author: By The Crimson Staff, | Title: Because I Got High | 5/10/2006 | See Source »

Holes in the Adams kitchen were sealed that summer, as were holes in every student room in the House in order to prevent the mice from entering the building, says Alpert...

Author: By Shifra B. Mincer, CRIMSON STAFF WRITER | Title: A Mouse in the House | 5/10/2006 | See Source »

...saut? the almonds, pumpkin seeds, pecans and peanuts together for about 5 minutes. Set aside. Next, fry the dried bread pieces on both sides for about 2 minutes in the remaining oil or lard. Next, fry the sesame seeds until they obtain a deep brown color. (Add salt to prevent the seeds from splattering out.) Remove seeds and saut? the thyme, marjoram, oregano, cinnamon, avocado leaves, cloves and black peppercorns for 1 minute. 4. Roast the tomatoes, tomatillos and peeled onion and garlic in a heavy, open skillet on high. Do not use oil. (If you have a roasting rack...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Oaxacan Tip Sheet | 5/9/2006 | See Source »

...having an ear pierced or getting a tattoo. Those means of mortification are used in Opus Dei just as they have been for many centuries by other Catholics. But readers might form an opinion on the basis of those images and the use of the adjective secret that would prevent them from understanding Opus Dei. Still I consider the article essentially accurate in its description of Opus Dei and of the criticism that it receives. It was an honor to cooperate with Time in the story's preparation. Juan Manuel Mora Communications Director Opus Dei Rome Opus Dei seems...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: The Ways of Opus Dei | 5/9/2006 | See Source »

...clearest indication that there's no simple answer to the spanking dilemma, though, is that some professionals who work with parents to prevent child abuse and teach appropriate discipline methods also acknowledge spanking their kids--albeit sparingly. Right or wrong, for most parents, spanking remains a private matter...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Is Spanking O.K.? | 5/8/2006 | See Source »

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