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New & Notable

Outsmarting Amnesia

Research by a Tufts psychologist points to a new way of forming memories
Paving the Way for Conversation on Race

Psychology research at Tufts shows that an intervention can make white people more comfortable talking about racial issues with blacks
First Person: How to Cross the Street in Manila

Returning to the Philippines, the country of my birth, I finally looked like everyone else—which was not the same as fitting in
Tufts Distinction Awards Winners

Individuals and teams commended for their service will be honored on June 9
Men’s Lacrosse Falls Short in NCAA Final

The team couldn’t quite overcome an early 12-4 deficit in game against Salisbury
Mitchell Black Wins Fourth NCAA 800 Title

At the same championships, Luke O’Connor earns All-American honors in 3,000 steeplechase

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