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37th Annual EPIIC Symposium: "Problems without passports" to address global R2P commitment

By Ellie Murphy | March 4

Some of the world’s most pressing problems such as climate change, mass-migration and food insecurity transcend state borders. These issues are beyond the capacity of any single country to solve themselves, necessitating international cooperation. Former Secretary-General of the United Nations Kofi Annan labeled these challenges as “problems without passports.”

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Op-ed: The vulnerable status of Roe v. Wade and the bleak state of American democracy

By Ellie Murphy | December 9

Content warning: This article mentions sexual assault.

Coronavirus

‘We’re trying to catch up’: Governments enforce strict regulations on communities as COVID-19 worsens

By Ellie Murphy and Ryan Shaffer | March 27

City and county officials throughout the U.S. lead the response to COVID-19, enacting stricter measures as the total number of cases increasesAs COVID-19 continues to spread across the country, local governments have taken drastic measures in an attempt to contain the virus.Somerville Mayor Joe Curtatone ...

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In midst of campus renovations, Lewis residents faced flood damage

By Ellie Murphy | February 28

Lewis Hall is one of the largest of the six traditional residence halls on campus for sophomores, housing 57 doubles, 74 singles and three triples. Lewis has undergone several renovations in recent years including bathroom repairs and roofing replacements, according to Gretchen Von Grossmann, director ...

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Arts

'Maleficent: Mistress of Evil': An over-embellished Disney remake

By Ellie Murphy | November 20

The new Disney release “Maleficent: Mistress of Evil” (2019) starring Angelina Jolie and Elle Fanning continues the retelling of the classic Disney animation “Sleeping Beauty” (1959). Director Joachim Rønning expands on Maleficent's complex backstory as a misunderstood villain who is wrongfully ...

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Tisch College's SEL-CE program fosters social-emotional learning environment

By Ellie Murphy | April 17

The Initiative on Social-Emotional Learning and Civic Engagement (SEL-CE), which was launched in early 2017, is a Tisch College initiative running programs for Tufts faculty and administrators. The SEL-CE Initiative focuses on developing equity, well-being and inclusivity across Tufts through a ...

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Online summer course program at Tufts continues to expand

By Ellie Murphy | March 4

Online summer courses are an option for Tufts students looking to take classes that they might not necessarily be able to fit into their schedules during the fall or spring semesters. According to the Summer at Tufts website, the online courses are “designed to provide high-quality, flexible, and ...

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Ears for Peers celebrates 30 years of providing anonymous support for students

By Ellie Murphy | February 5

Ears for Peers, a student organization at Tufts that provides students with a place to express their concerns, is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year. Callers who use the resource can talk about issues ranging from roommate challenges to feelings of loneliness. When students call the designated ...

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Campus tour guides express concern that lack of compensation limits financial diversity

By Ellie Murphy | December 5

For many prospective college students, a positive campus tour experience is the deciding factor for whether they ultimately choose to apply. This holds true at Tufts, where many students cite their tour as the reason for their application. For first-year Sarah Unterberger, her tour was a significant factor ...

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Construction on Miller, Houston Halls generates excitement, concern among residents

By Ellie Murphy | October 17

Since May, Miller Hall — one of Tufts' 11 residence halls that house first-years — has been undergoing massive construction. According to the university's Operations Division website, Miller is being renovated to have new elevators, accessible common spaces and safety code upgrades, among ...