2025

Sustaining the Spirit: Protecting Heritage in a Changing World

By Jennifer Ji, Assistant Managing Editor of Digital

In Fujian, my hometown, the tea culture is an iconic heritage. During my visits to Fujian, I encountered countless tea plantations featuring various kinds of tea. Standing on the mountains,…

The Taliban furthers restriction on women

By Emily Bahar

By Emily Bahar On January 1, 2025, the Taliban implemented a “window ban” in both new and old residential buildings in Afghanistan, so that women can’t be seen doing such…

Style: Fall at Middlesex

By Paetyn Naidoo

Cardigans, Uggs, et cetera. Fall at Middlesex is undeniably a spectacular experience. Crisp mornings, vibrant foliage, and chai lattes all contribute to the quintessentially New England boarding school atmosphere of…

The Anvil at 120

By Paetyn Naidoo

As we observe our significant anniversary, our legacy of good journalism is worth reflecting on. In January of 1904, The Anvil published its inaugural issue. The newspaper, much like the…

The Anvil: A History

By Paetyn Naidoo

Exploring the vital role of The Anvil in Middlesex history as we celebrate its 120th anniversary. When asked about the essential values a newspaper should uphold, Bret Stephens’ 91, Pulitzer…

Political Discourse on Campus Reflects the Best of America

By Paetyn Naidoo

Politics Club and Women in Politics Club provide an open forum for productive dialogue across political differences. As the political temperature heats up with the upcoming presidential election, campuses across…

A review of REP: The Racial Equity Project

By Paetyn Naidoo

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) are at the heart of Middlesex’s values. Through the dedicated efforts of the DEI office, DEI officers, and the inclusive culture we foster on campus,…

Beyond the Headlines: The Role of the Anvil

By Paetyn Naidoo

Is it driving the dialogue or gathering dust? A deeper investigation into the significance of The Anvil. With the motto of the year being ‘engage’, there have been increasing discussions…