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Hooman Majd - The paradoxes and conflicts of modern Iran

Patrick Donges — Sun, 14 Apr 2013 16:00:00 +0000

In 2002, President George W. Bush coined the phrase ‘Axis of Evil’ in reference to nations he believed were actively building nuclear weapons for use against the United States and its allies.

More than 10 years later, the nuclear capabilities of one of those countries, the Islamic Republic of Iran, remains a top issue in the U.S. and beyond.

Williams College Holds Two-Day Celebration for Martin Luther King, Jr.

Lucas Willard — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 16:07:40 +0000

A two-day series of events commemorating the life and message of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was held at Williams College.

On the Williams College campus, programs were held throughout Sunday and Monday paying tribute to Dr. King. Ranging from a documentary film screening, lectures, a gallery exhibition, and a presentation with local school children, students, faculty and the public took the time to remember and reflect the actions of those in the civil rights era.

Dr. Jay Pasachoff, Williams College – Transit of Venus

Bradley Cornelius — Mon, 04 Jun 2012 09:00:00 +0000

In today’s Academic Minute, Dr. Jay Pasachoff of Williams College explains the rare transit of Venus taking place on June 5th.