Joseph Wakelee-Lynch
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Joseph Wakelee-Lynch

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Dramatis Personae

In his bestselling volume “Tyrant: Shakespeare on Politics,” Stephen Greenblatt, in a none-too-subtle jab at President Donald Trump, examines the characters of Richard III, Macbeth, King Lear and Coriolanus to illuminate how Shakespeare’s work probes the danger of narcissistic demagogues —…

Flashback

Hank Gathers was a rare All-American athlete was beloved as much for who he was as a person as for what he accomplished on the basketball court. We asked teammates, coaches, foes and commentators to share their memories of Hank.

The Unforgettable Run

In 1989-90, this LMU team, which holds the NCAA record for average points per game in a season (122.4,) blew foes off the court like a fast-moving storm.

Nature Nurture

Wendy Butts MBA ’00, CEO of the LA Conservation Corps, talks about the role of nature in nurturing work ethic, confidence and community.

The Saintly Order

Sometimes, as Luke’s gospel suggests, the greatest among us is found among the least. James Martin, S.J., ranks his favorite saints and proves the point.

Obama’s Mirror

Former deputy national security advisor Ben Rhodes shared with students his White House stories and his unusual career path.