T HE T UFTS D AILY COMMEnCEMEnT 2023

Letter from the EIC

Julia Shannon-Grillo congratulates the Class of 2023, thanks Daily staff Page 3

Monaco sits down for final interview with the Daily Page 6

Somerville unveils plan for safer cycling Page 18

Students grapple with accessibility support issues after StAAR/ ARC merger Page 4

Prof. Kendra Field highlights unsung heroes in ‘Black Feminist DC’ exhibit Page 19

Ballantyne, Markey discuss Somerville’s national leadership in fight for a greener future Page 20

Barnacles, snails, evolution: Prof. Jan Pechenik recaps 40-year career Page 22

Eric Grin discusses emergency medicine, STEM education Page 22

Jaden Pena spans campus communities through music, athletics, student government Page 26

Faculty and staff taking courses redefine what it means to be a Tufts student Page 26

“Little Women” on the big stage: Senior co-directors reflect Page 32

In Burlesque, “there’s never anything to lose … except your clothing” Page 38

Ukrainian athletes’ resilience on show at Boston Marathon Page 41 On Mystic Lake, Legler’s legacy lives on Page 44

The Editorial Board thanks President Monaco for his time at Tufts Page 41

Theo Henry looks back on high school, college hoops Page 45