September 1, 2000 Yesterday's News From the pages of the Harvard Alumni Bulletin and Harvard Magazine Most popular Crimson Football: Harvard 41, Cornell 29 Erasing an early deficit, the unbeaten Crimson roll to an Ivy win. How Philosophy at Harvard Saved Itself As humanities shrink across higher education, one department is flourishing. Is its success a fluke, or a roadmap? Harvard Weathers a Year of Turmoil The federal government has launched unprecedented actions against the University. Here’s a guide. Explore More From Current Issue Check back soon to take our survey! Harvard History Two tales of University greats—and an encounter with a Tiger Alumni Profiles The Harvard triathlete and coach says she helps normal people to “do extraordinary things.”