editor’s choice

February 15, 2019

Campus

A Short Nerdy History of Beer

Turns out there are some key Cardinal moments in the story of your favorite brew.

By

Michael Shapiro

The Dish

The Freshman on California’s High Court

After eight years of vetting and recommending judicial candidates, Joshua Groban, ’95, takes a seat himself on the state supreme court.

By

John Roemer

Essays

Should I Stay or Should I Go?

These days, when I look at my home, I see the nightmare that could be.

By

Melinda Sacks

Campus

The Science of Primal Scream

A biologist explains why the Dead Week tradition relieves stress.

By

Jill Patton

our collection on Mindset

Jo Boaler Wants Everyone to Love Math

Yes, even you.

By

Sam Scott

Why Mindset Matters

According to Stanford psychologist Carol Dweck, you’ll reach new heights if you learn to embrace the occasional tumble.

By

Marina Krakovsky

When Success Sours

Public acclaim can distort research applications.

By

Marina Krakovsky

What Do We Tell the Kids?

You have a bright child, and you want her to succeed. You should tell her how smart she is, right?

Jo Boaler Wants Everyone to Love Math

Yes, even you.

BY

Sam Scott

Why Mindset Matters

According to Stanford psychologist Carol Dweck, you’ll reach new heights if you learn to embrace the occasional tumble.

BY

Marina Krakovsky

When Success Sours

Public acclaim can distort research applications.

BY

Marina Krakovsky

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