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From The March-April 2002 Issue

Published in the March-April 2002 print issue in the Alumni section.

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Harvard Faculty Debate Plan to Cap A Grades

At a lively meeting, faculty members weighed a grade inflation plan that most agreed is imperfect.

The Health Benefits of Owning a Pet

Animal companions help their owners live longer, happier lives.

Harvard Kennedy School Offers Contingency Plans for U.S. Military Applicants

Active-duty service members can defer admissions or have their applications considered at peer institutions. 

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