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Some of those variables may be found by studying the function of the brain. At Washington University, researchers have been conducting brain imaging to investigate a trait they call persistence--the ability to stay focused on a task until it's completed just so--which they consider one of the critical engines driving ambition...
...about the worst that I have heard? ‘You’ve got 206 bones in your body. Do you want 207?’ Best or worst lie you’ve ever told: ‘I’m single’ Sexiest physical trait: My teeth Favorite childhood toy: WWF action figures Favorite part about Harvard: Leaving for vacation Describe yourself in three words: a white elephant In 15 minutes you are: Scaling the rock wall In 15 years you are: Scaling my Byronic hero
...Architects and the Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture.The jury’s statement described Soltan as “the personification” of the award.“Possessing the rare ability to convey the most severe criticism with wit, love, and humility is a rare trait found amongst only the most passionate teachers,” it said. “Enabling students to envision more than the moment and to reach for something beyond themselves speaks volumes to Professor Soltan as an educator, architect, and person.”Soltan was born in Latvia...
...Harvard professor since 1996, Lemieux is not only enthusiastic but approachable—a critical personality trait in this small, interactive environment. Most of all, she is passionate about art, the classes she teaches, and her students, always encouraging them to push toward a higher valence of aesthetic representation. This drive for creative and original expression came through in her students’ diverse approaches to the first project...
...Also keep in mind that lying can be addictive. I believe that lying is an acquired—not an innate—skill. So try to steer away from developing this trait too much. You may find yourself unnecessarily making up stories for no reason just because you’ve become used to it. This can be dangerous, because you have to have a particularly good memory to be a good liar. Simple facts can be mixed up and will get you into even more trouble. As Richard Nixon learned, the cover up is always worse than...