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Inaugural poet Richard Blanco to speak at Clark University Jan. 20

January 7, 2014

One year since he appeared at the podium during President Barack Obama’s inauguration, celebrated poet Richard Blanco will join the Clark University celebration of Martin Luther King Day, beginning at 4 p.m. Monday, Jan. 20, in Razzo Hall, Traina Center for the Arts, 92 Downing Street. In “Journey to the Podium,” Blanco will consider his…

Leir’s legacy at Clark resonates through Luxembourg program

January 30, 2012

Henry J. Leir made his fortune in metals and mining, but he never forgot that his wealth was earned, not inherited. His work ethic was so prodigious that he went to the office the day before he died at the age of 98. Over the course of his long, colorful life, Mr. Leir held an…

Clark University to hold 112th Commencement on Sunday, May 22

Third Culture Kids Conference: Redefining home, evolving identities in a global world

Ben Bagdikian ’41 championed the public’s right to know

Sen. Warren urges every child be given ‘a fighting chance to succeed’

GSOM Professor of Management Laura Graves

What motivates managers? Money, yes, but so much more

Clark’s Mock Trial Team headed to sub-national tournament for third consecutive year