According to a 2006 survey by the National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities, college curriculums have changed since the events of Sept. 11. Most colleges have seen an increased interest in political science and international relations as well as new interest in Arabic languages.
One hundred and nineteen pairs of empty boots stood in a corner of the Tisch library patio yesterday morning and afternoon as part of a demonstration against the Iraq war sponsored by the Tufts Coalition Opposed to the War in Iraq (TCOWI).
With the puck set to drop tomorrow, marking the start of Jumbo hockey's 60th season, no players are more jittery than the unproven stars-to-be - the freshmen.
With the recent opening of the annual art auction season, sales at major houses like Christie's and Sotheby's in New York made headlines with prices that shattered the records and shocked the art world. This unprecedented season comes on the heels of several high-profile sales, including the record $135 million that Ronald Lauder, part of the family of Lauder cosmetics, paid for a single Klimt portrait, the largest sum ever paid for a single painting.
Forget about getting their feet wet.
Try to envision your daily routine without the conveniences of e-mailing, Web-browsing, downloading, blogging, pod-casting, networking or e-shopping. For the typical American college student, such a task is probably impossible.
Thanksgiving break is approaching quickly, and when Jumbos return to Tufts after the holiday stuffed with turkey and cranberry sauce and sweet potatoes, the rush for the end of the year will begin. But what do Tufts students actually do during their abbreviated vacation?
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"Britney Spears, you just dumped the skeeziest man alive; what are you going to do next?" Believe it or not, pulling the "I'm going to Disney World!" gag would have been slightly less ridiculous than what Spears actually did: take a victory lap around the Rockefeller Center rink. But that is exactly what Spears did with longtime manager Larry Rudolph in tow after she filed Nov. 7 for divorce from notorious hubby Kevin Federline.
If you happen to detect an Australian accent while wandering about the offices of Bromfield-Pearson, the voice can probably be traced to Assistant Professor of Mathematics Adam Piggott. Having lived in Australia, Canada and England before settling in the United States, Piggott brings a worldly perspective to his students on the Hill.
Violence, lust, incest, power: these are common themes in today's Hollywood blockbusters, but generally taboo in the confines of an intimate stage production. After personally witnessing a case of domestic abuse and being subject to a censoring law "in which fellows would pledge not to write or create art that caused offense to the community," playwright Paula Vogel created "Hot 'n' Throbbing" to recognize that "obscenity begins at home." Tonight, the 3Ps are bringing it to Tufts.
The football team had high hopes coming into the 2006 season. The powerhouse Trinity Bantams looked vulnerable, NESCAC seemed ready to crown a new champion, and after two straight 2-6 seasons, the Jumbos had their sights set on a top-tier finish.
Hailing from Los Angeles, Ca., Fear Factory has been a staple in metal circles since the 1990s, touring with bands like Slayer, Rammstein, Strapping Young Lad and Black Sabbath. Their debut album, "Soul of a New Machine" was released in 1992, and the band recently released a "Best of Fear Factory" compilation. The group is currently on the road with Hypocrisy, Decapitated and Suffocation on the Machines At War Tour. Drummer Raymond Herrera was able to take a break from his busy touring schedule to answer some questions for The Daily about the band.
En route to Fenway on a warm July afternoon, the familiar excitement in the air is palpable.
"So, you're a witch doctor, right?" Dr. Holly Lucille gets this comment often when she tells people what she does for a living.
Organic agriculture is not something that has just appeared in the last few decades. In fact, it is pretty much the only method we have used since people started farming centuries ago.
Students were unable to access Tufts' Student Information System (SIS) to look at the status of courses and to register from Monday night through early Tuesday morning.
BostonNovember 15 - Enjoy one of the coolest and most beautiful gatherings in Boston: The Frog Pond Skating Rink located in the Boston Common. Take a break from your studies to take a spin on the ice! The skating rink is open until mid-March. To check hours and rates log onto: http://www.bostoncommonfrogpond.org/hours.htm
What is it?According to the city of Boston Web site, Blue Hills Reservation is the largest open space within 35 miles of Boston! It is comprised of over 6,600 acres of land, including 125 miles of trails.
The past few weeks of news coverage have been dominated by the much anticipated midterm U.S. elections. But behind the scenes, another electoral process came and went -- a process that is sure to attract significant attention from the Bush administration and the newly elected Democratic congress.
