November 1, 2003 Brevia From The November-December 2003 Issue Published in the November-December 2003 print issue in the John Harvard's Journal section. Most popular Harvard Weathers a Year of Turmoil The federal government has launched unprecedented actions against the University. Here’s a guide. Lafayette’s Unexpected Gift to George Washington: Pheasants The two birds will be on display at Harvard this summer. Mindfulness—the unconventional research of psychologist Ellen Langer Psychologist Ellen Langer's unconventional research. Plus, read about applying mindfulness techniques to eating. Explore More From Current Issue Alumni News David Battat promotes alumni engagement. Undergraduate Column A College student’s attempt to recapture the romanticism of the workplace. Research But it can’t replace human connection.