March 1, 2002 Yesterday's News From the pages of the Harvard Alumni Bulletin and Harvard Magazine From The March-April 2002 Issue Published in the March-April 2002 print issue in the Alumni section. Most popular Harvard scientists identify hundreds of genes under selective pressure. Alex Dumas, inspiration for "The Count of Monte Cristo," by Tom Reiss Brief life of the soldier who inspired The Count of Monte Cristo: 1762-1806 In her memoir All That's Unseen, Emilee Hackney explores religion, friendship, and home. Explore More From Current Issue Undergraduate Column For both American and international students, growing up is like learning a new language. Harvard History Until the 1950s, professionals cleaned up after students in the dorms. Commencement Conan O’Brien headlines a star-studded cast