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Avani I. Shah-Lipman
Crimson staff writer

Avani I. Shah-Lipman

Avani Shah-Lipman '29 is a staff writer for the Sports and Arts Boards. She is a beat writer for women's swim and dive. She lives in Straus Hall and has not yet chosen a concentration.

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Women’s Swim and Dive Kicks Ivy Season Off With a Win Against Cornell and a Loss to Penn

The Harvard women’s swim and dive team journeyed to Ithaca, N.Y., this weekend to compete in a dual meet against Cornell and Penn. Though the Crimson broke four pool records at Teagle Pool and handily secured second and third place in both diving events, it ultimately split the meet, beating the Big Red 198-102 and falling to the Quakers 166-134.


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Arts

Artist Profile: Director and Journalist Jocelyn E. Shek ’27 on her Approach to Creativity

“At the end of the day, we only have this one life, and for me it’s important to create theater that is enjoyable — genuinely enjoyable — and rewarding, and also stays true to yourself,” Shek said.


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‘It’s Like Rower Christmas’: Generations of Harvard and Radcliffe Rowers Reunite in Alumni Boats for the Head of the Charles

Finding water to row on and the time to get out there can be difficult for many former rowers. For Harvard and Harvard-Radcliffe alumni, the Head of the Charles provides the joy of a holiday and an opportunity to once again do the thing they love.


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Sports

Yakoff and Karra Chart Huge Successes at ITA New England Regional Championships, Qualify for NCAAs

In a thunderous showing in New Haven, Conn., this past weekend, senior Stephanie Yakoff reached the singles final and qualified for the individual NCAA Championships at the Intercollegiate Tennis Association New England Regional Championships. In the doubles draw, Yakoff and fellow senior Kavya Karra took the crown and punched an automatic ticket to the NCAA Doubles Championships.


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Arts

‘Purpose’ Review: Bursting with Laughter, Drama, and Heart

Though the snowstorm let up and the curtains drew to a close, The Huntington’s “Purpose” is sure to stick with audiences.


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Yakoff Concludes ITA All-American Championship Run in the Sweet 16

Senior Stephanie Yakoff advanced further in the Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) All-American Championships than any Harvard women’s tennis player in history, playing eight matches in the week-long tournament in singles and doubles. The senior was not only the first Crimson player to qualify automatically for the singles main draw, but also the first to reach the Sweet 16.


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Arts

Mt. Joy Concert Review: A Masterclass in the Unity and Joy of Creating Art

With stunning visuals, impressive musicality, and audience participation, the two-hour show seamlessly blended moments of intimacy and grandeur.


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Sports

Yakoff and Karra Start Strong in the Main Draw of the ITA All-Americans

This past week, five Harvard women’s tennis players began competing in the Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) Women’s All-American Championships in Cary, N.C. The Crimson's run is far from over, with more action to come as seniors Stephanie Yakoff and Kavya Karra return to the court tomorrow.


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Swings and Strings: A Look Into the Lives of Harvard Students Who Excel in Both Athletics and the Arts

Balancing athletics and academics is hard enough at Harvard. A select group of Crimson athletes adds art into the calculus of their time-management.


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‘Pushing Against Those Norms’ of Expression Through Dance: Eleganza Is Explosive With Culture and Passion

On the evening of April 25, 45 spirited dancers lit up the Bright-Landry Hockey Center for Eleganza, Harvard’s annual student-run fashion and dance show.

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