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When The Simpsons first came out, television critics attributed much of its appeal to the novelty of an animated program in a primetime slot. But once The Simpsons proved itself to be perhaps the most consistently popular humor program on television, the other major networks, original as ever, rushed to duplicate Simpsonic success.
By John Lopez in Forum

2. This week’ focus: Comedy
Published Thursday, March 15, 2001

On the lighter side, this week’s focus examines the nature and character of Harvard humor...or, perhaps, lack thereof.
By Anonymous in Forum

3. Summers Lovin'?
Published Thursday, March 15, 2001

At the press conference Sunday night following the announcement of his appointment, President-designate Lawrence Summers indicated that improving undergraduate education and college life would be among his top priorities. Still, protestors outside chanting “Whose university? Our university!” indicated that many question the ability of a man chosen in secret and without student input to respond adequately to undergraduate concerns.
By Matthew Yglesias in News