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Whether Naming Drugs or Writing Songs, Alum Mines Life and Creativity
Alexa Lash, MA ’11, a creative director at a branding agency, recently won Best Songwriter from the Miami New Times.
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Riley on John Lennon & May Pang Relationship: Washington Post
“I don’t think it was a serious relationship on his part,” Riley said.
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Emerson Empowers Young Female Leaders with Women2Women Conference
Emerson faculty are speaking to future female leaders from around the world about the skills they need to succeed.
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Emerson Among Best Film Schools in US and Canada: MovieMaker
Emerson is one of the best film schools due to its state-of-the-art equipment and experienced faculty.
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Kimball on Who Might Be Harris’ Running Mate: WHDH
Kimball said voters want someone younger than 60.
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Raynauld Named to Board of Canadian Political Science Association
The CPSA exists to facilitate and promote the study of politics and government in Canada.
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Romanska’s TheTheatreTimes Honored for Scholarly Excellence
The site won the 2024 ATHE-ASTR Award for Excellence in Digital Scholarship from the Association for Theatre in Higher Education (ATHE) and the American Society for Theatre Research (ASTR).
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Payne Says Goodbye to Popular Emerson Restaurant, Fajitas & ‘Ritas: Boston Globe
Greg Payne was a customer on the first day the restaurant opened 35 years ago.
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Gellman on Raising the Age for Teens Charged as Adults: Boston Globe
“Raising the age of juvenile jurisdiction takes into consideration brain science and human development that show how teens are not yet adults.”
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Emerson Alums Rack Up Emmy Nominations
The list includes some familiar names and first time appearances.