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New & Notable

Good Friends Make Great Marathoners

As graduation nears, four seniors—running pals since their first year—have another finish line in sight
What’s Best for Multiple Choice Exams?

Should you A) go with your gut or B) change your answer? A study runs the numbers to find the smartest move
Green Ideas into Action

The Tufts Green Fund this year supports five new campus projects—from an Edible Insect Festival to the SMFA Health, Safety, and Sustainability Day
Alfre Woodard to Deliver Commencement Address

An award-winning actress and activist, she is among five honorary degree recipients
My Path, My Story: Claiming My Identity

Michelle Nguyen, A22, talks about growing up different and her love of learning
A Jumbo Swimming National Champion

Roger Gu, E20, wins Tufts’ first NCAA swimming title since 1982 with 50 freestyle victory

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