In College news of late, South House professor and sociology department chair Kathryn Lively is serving as interim dean of the College.

Psychological and brain sciences professor Paul Whalen has resigned from the College, effective immediately, following an investigation of sexual misconduct allegations. Professor Bill Kelley, also of the psychological and brain sciences department, remains under review for similar allegations.

For lighter news, I read the Mirror for “research,” and they are still talking about the long lines at King Arthur Flour, the Dartmouth X, and academic rigor. I’m not sure if this should make you feel young or make you feel sad, but I just thought you should know.

In classmate news, Meghan Hassett moved to Chicago and started a new role as campaign manager for a first-time female candidate running for Illinois State Senate! She’s thrilled to be playing her part in the 2018 midterms. Since starting, she’s met Anne Stava-Murray ’08, who is running for state representative in an overlapping district, and Sean Casten, a congressional candidate in one of the most competitive districts and a Thayer ’98!

I will soon start a new job in Los Angeles, so, as my Uber driver from LAX said, “Welcome to hell town.”

In all seriousness though, let me know if you’re in the L.A. area.

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