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Worn Stories
In the introduction to our January/February feature “Worn Stories,” which focused on articles of clothing that have particular significance in our lives and so cannot be parted with, we asked readers to tell us about any piece of clothing they own that’s too precious to throw out.
Real People, Real Dates
Lauren Kay ’11 Even when it comes to online dating, people are better than computers at matchmaking.
On the RISE
Jonny Skye ’95 helps children of incarcerated parents overcome the mistakes of their parents and thrive.
All Kinds of Doctors
Cedric Bright ’85 hopes to change medicine by getting more minority and low-income students through medical school.
A Strange Friendship
Harry Kiakis ’53 recalls his relationship with author Henry Miller, which was complicated and ended badly.
Winter Light
The snow seemed to go on forever.
A Second Look at Torture
After the release of the Senate torture report, we ask: what did John Rizzo ’69 know and when did he know it?
The Sunset Gene
Can turning off a single cell help us live longer? Biology professor John Sedivy has done it mice.
On the Mend
A Brown researcher believes he's found an early sign that health care is becoming more equal.
Home Invaders
Archaeologist Peter Van Dommelen looks for clues about life in ancient Sardinia one spadeful at a time.
Cost of College
Despite facing $6.7 million of red ink, Brown improves access by raising its financial aid budget 8 percent.
Candlelight Vigil
Honoring three Arab-American students massacred in February in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.
Rise of the Machines
When will all these robots control us? A scientist addresses our fear of artificial intelligence.
Fresh Ink
A novel for young adults, a defense of reading literature in world of tweets, and a post-apocalyptic thriller.
Seen, Not Heard
Marceline Hugot ’82 was Kathy Geiss on 30 Rock, one of many roles in which she couldn't speak.