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SHASS's special sauce

Established after World War II, the School of Humanities, Arts, and Sciences is an integral part of the MIT experience. Three faculty reflect on the school's ongoing impact. Show notes and transcript: https://news.mit.edu/2026/podcast-shass-special-sauce-0922

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