In 1958, Oliver Reed Smoot Jr., a 5-foot-7-inch undergraduate, was laid out end to end across the entire Harvard Bridge to measure its distance. These markings still reside and have helped millions measure their progress as they walk or bike along the bridge.
February 2006 issue
Measuring Smoot
by Adam SchneppRacing for Beijing
by Aaron Jones
The doctors said don’t over do it. Though diagnosed with muscular dystrophy, Ryan Levinson’s active lifestyle as a triathlete earns him medals.
Departments
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Chapter News
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Local News: Chapter news, alumni news, and report of death.
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Financial Picture Brightening
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Fraternity News: CFO Joe Klimek shares steps toward securing the Fraternity’s financial future.
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Butterfield’s Mark
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History: Emily H. Butterfield, creator of Theta Kappa Nu’s coat of arms.
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Podcast for February 2006
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Listen: Download and listen to the February 2006 podcast.
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Voices
Member Stories: A community blog where members write about their fraternal experiences.
