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Number of articles: 53
First Article: November 8, 2024
Latest Article: May 16, 2026
Aleena Nasruddin
Aleena Nasruddin
I walked into Associate Professor of History David Hecht’s office at the start of the semester with vague questions about technological developments. Tucked into the right corner of Adams Hall, his office was decorated with “Atoms for Peace” posters and …
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Although early artificial intelligence (AI) programs were initially founded a little over 70 years ago, it has felt like the past three years have been the tipping point for excitement around AI, with an undertone of urgency and …
Before computer screens lit up the first floor of Hawthorne-Longfellow Library, the hum of VCRs and clanking of card catalog drawers reverberated through the building. Looking back at the implementation of technology at Bowdoin since the beginning of the computer …
On Wednesday night, guests gathered in Kresge Auditorium for an event sponsored by Faculty and Staff for Justice in Palestine, titled “Where Do We Go From Here?” Students spoke on the past and future of Israeli-Palestinian relations and Zionism as …
Editor’s Note 10/17/25 at 3:18 p.m.: A previous version of this article incorrectly stated that George Pottle ’32 fell off the roof of Searles Hall instead of the Bowdoin Observatory. The quote has been removed to reflect this.
While walking …
On Tuesday night, a crowd of professors, Brunswick community members and Bowdoin students filled Mills Hall to attend Professor of Biology Jack Bateman’s inaugural lecture, titled “An Evening of Weird Science.” Throughout the night, Bateman explained his genetic research without …
After a nationwide search, the College named Martin Mbugua as the new senior vice president for communications and public affairs this past summer—succeeding Scott Hood, who retired from the position after nearly 36 years at Bowdoin.
At the College, Mbugua …
On Thursday, Professor of Philosophy and Chair of the Philosophy Department Scott Sehon launched his new book “Socialism: A Logical Introduction,” which explores the arguments for and against socialism. In his book, Sehon considers rights-based arguments for socialism, then discusses …
Over the past two years, Nomad Pizza has turned into a hotspot for students to gather with friends, eat and enjoy live music by student bands. Last week, the owner, Tom Grim, announced that he will retire at the age …
Students woke up on Wednesday morning to texts, news headlines and social media posts declaring Donald Trump as the 47th president of the United States. After months of lead-up to the election, campus was filled with discourse and mixed feelings.…
