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“When I first mentioned Chinese science fiction to people, they were surprised: How could China have science fiction?” says Mingwei Song, professor of Chinese studies, on the “Three-Body Problem.”

“One Girl’s Journey After Her Grandma Said to Kill Her”: Chantale Zuzi ’25 reminds us that the talent, strength, ambition, entrepreneurship, and resilience of refugees enriches societies.

Linda Charmaraman, senior research scientist at the Wellesley Centers for Women, shares ways to keep children safer and happier online, “a world that is deeply central to their peer groups.”

Bad Bunny’s producers Tainy and MAG deserve their own honors at the Latin Grammys, says guest columnist Petra Rivera-Rideau, author of "Remixing Reggaetón" and co-founder of the Bad Bunny Syllabus.

At the "New York Times" and elsewhere, Marian Burros ’54 combined recipe writing with reporting on topics like consumer protection and food safety. Her plum torte was a longtime fan favorite.

Astronomy professor Lamiya Mowla ’13 says small colleges like Wellesley are preparing the next generation of scientists through mentorship, collaborative problem solving, and integrating new tools.

As Bad Bunny’s residency concludes, Petra Rivera-Rideau, associate professor of American studies, talks about why the event has been so significant for Puerto Rico, and for Puerto Ricans in the U.S.

President Paula Johnson said in a statement: “This can be a time to come together across political and partisan divides, and our colleges and universities should help model this for our country.”

Petra Rivera-Rideau, associate professor of American studies, was included on the 2025 ALX100, an annual list of 100 Latino leaders making a difference across Massachusetts compiled by We Are ALX.