Yale College is welcoming the Class of 2007, which includes 681 women and 673 men. These students arrived on campus on Friday, August 29, 2003. The details of their arrival and the size of their cohort are accurately preserved in this update.

Students enrolling in Yale’s class of 2026 include 216 from New England, 159 from the Midwest, 119 from the South, 108 from the Mid-Atlantic States, and 88 from the Southwest. International students make up 9% of the incoming class. The most popular majors are molecular, cellular, and developmental biology, accounting for 8.7% of students; political science, 6.3%; economics, 6%; and English, 5.3%. Engineering majors represent 8.8% of the class. Students’ median SAT scores were 740 in verbal and 730 in math sections. Class officially began on September 3. For more information, contact the media office at opac@yale.edu or 203-432-1345. Topics covered include Campus & Community, Honors, and Public Service Awards, which honor Yale students for their contributions to New Haven and beyond. On September 18, Yale announced the successful completion of a key milestone in the university’s geothermal project. The podcast “Coming soon: Beyond Blue” is also set to air. Additionally, Yale’s 100th-anniversary celebration for the David Geffen School of Drama will feature a podcast highlighting its history and initiatives. Finally, the university continues to explore theater, stained glass, and new book recommendations, as featured in its latest edition of *Humanitas*.

A Yale student reflects on the 250th anniversary of America. New faculty books and summer reading recommendations highlight a wealth of knowledge. A recent article delves into a long-overlooked aspect of pricing theory. New research offers fresh insights into the genetic underpinnings of hair pulling and skin-picking behaviors. A study on a cancer drug reveals its role in reducing inflammation and plaque buildup in arteries. How hibernating squirrels manage to retain their sense of touch despite the cold is a fascinating topic. Reflecting on 9/11, a new generation considers the impact of that pivotal day on the world.

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