A ripening issue: Dan Koeppel talks about the future of bananas at the Athenaeum

Dan Koeppel, or “Dan the Banana Man,” discussed the history and future of the banana industry at the Athenaeum on Feb. 12. Koeppel is the author of numerous books, including “Banana: The Fate of the Fruit that Changed the World” (2008), and describes himself as having the world’s broadest knowledge of bananas.

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“The New Code”: Creating more tables in tech at the Ath

On Feb. 3, Mancini spoke with Ryan Patel about the necessity of improving diversity in the technology industry at CMC’s Marian Miner Cook Athenaeum. Since 2011, Black Girls Code has supported girls of color in tech through workshops, after-school programs, camps and mentorship. Throughout her talk, Mancini emphasized the importance of authenticity and building a supportive, encouraging team.

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