About a Boy
His death broke his parents’ hearts and spawned a university. But who was
he? Recent revelations suggest a different Leland Stanford Jr. than many
have imagined. BY
theresa johnston
America
and the Paradox of Power
Dominant but vulnerable, the United States confronts terrorism and growing resentment
abroad. How should it respond, and what do its actions say about the country?
Six scholars weigh in.
Living Large
Marilyn Wann has taken on a sizable challenge—eradicating stereotypes about
and discrimination against fat people. Fat isn’t a pejorative for her,
though—it’s “flabulous,” a natural state that should
be celebrated, even if that means defying medical convention about the dangers
of excess weight. BY nina schuyler
Keep It
Real
Students in Stanford’s documentary film program let their subjects do the
talking. Whether they’re examining teen angst or the roots of racist violence,
their storytelling style is driven by one goal—finding the truth. BY
joannie fischer
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