Issue: Winter 2005
COVER STORY: Campaign Transforms MIT
The Campaign for MIT reaches its $2 billion goal.
A Time in the Sun
Barbara Stowe, vice president for resource development, reflects on the most successful campaign in MIT history.
Volunteer Commitment
The Campaign is catalyzed by the commitment of great volunteers.
Computer Talk
Prof. Victor Zue says one day we won't need to carry a computer, speak its language, or point or click. We'll just talk to it.
A Pilgrim’s Path
Stephen Alter, the author of eight books, has spent his life journeying between Indian and American cultures.
Helping the Poor
Prof. Esther Duflo, who co-founded MIT's Poverty Action Lab, is working to improve the income level and quality of life of the poor.
Research Briefs
Regulations for herbal remedies, mending hearts, and more.
Live to Give
Junior Patrick Hart organized a dozen MIT students to go to Huntington, W. Va., to build low-cost housing for a family in need.
Musical Insight
Freshman Albert Chow of Hong Kong is a world-class violinist, who music experts say could be the second coming of Beethoven.
Poultry Princess
Freshman Paige Phillips is named the Poultry Princess.
