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Meliora Weekend
Author and smooth talker Ann Patchett visits Strong
Sarah Mangelsdorf welcomed Ann Patchett to Strong Auditorium on Saturday afternoon by listing a few of her accolades — an…
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Steele urges political involvement at Mel Weekend
Steele told students there are tools and mechanisms to use at their disposal to “move us from where we are to where you want us to be.”
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Biographer Ron Chernow offers history and advice at Mel Weekend
Pulitzer-winning biographer Ron Chernow imparted historical perspective and life advice this past Mel Weekend, painting an unconventional but compelling portrait…
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Sexual assault prevention campaign chalks up Mel Weekend
The messages included “#MeToo,” “We Stand with Survivors,” “Stop Blaming Victims!” and many chalkings of the phrase, “It’s On Us.”
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First-years’ expectations mixed for Mel Weekend
Moreover, a large number of first-years were uncertain of what to expect for the weekend.
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Mike Birbiglia scores at Meliora Weekend
Mike Birbigilia took the stage with little fanfare, joking about his hopes of making the night “even better.”
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Roberts talks overcoming adversity through optimism
She referenced her parents as playing a critical role in instilling positivity in her from a young age.
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Miller’s Court discusses gerrymandering, wedding cakes, and free speech
The freewheeling symposium drew a full house in Strong Auditorium and featured a cast of five legal heavyweights.
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‘Morning Joe’ talks shop
The two journalists lamented the current political climate, with Scarborough, a one-time politician, saying,“We didn’t make things this personal,” and that lawmakers should “start putting our country first.”
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A ‘Daily Show’ on Mel Weekend
When Trevor Noah took the stage, it was clear no joke went unappreciated.