This architect, celebrated for repurposing the Domino Sugar Refinery, says that his young colleagues are eager to address the great issues of the day, “as opposed to designing spaceships in the sand built by slaves.” If that’s not the title of his next book, fire the editor. Produced with the Center for Architecture. Continue reading »
He led the first scientific expedition from the headwaters of Mongolia’s Selenge River to Russia’s Lake Baikal, and lived to write about it in Rowing to Baikal. Had he not lived, our event would have a different tone. Music: Baagii Chogsom on the morin khuur or, as the kids call it, horsehead fiddle. Wednesday, January 22 6:00 reception, 7:00 … Continue reading »
“I live overlooking Central Park, and I’m blessed at this stage in life to know that heaven is at my doorstep.” One reason it’s heavenly is that, in the eighties, as its administrator, she led the effort to restore it to its current glory. “It’s a wonderful feeling,” she adds. “For all New Yorkers,” I … Continue reading »
When he was a student at Wesleyan University, he worked in the kitchen; today he’s Wesleyan’s president. “When I walk into the kitchen, although I’m the old guy who used to work there, it’s like I’m the monarch coming in with his entourage. Even if I’m by myself, I feel like they’re looking at me … Continue reading »