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18 A Time-Honored Technology Shines 20 years later, the Stirling engine finds its place in the sun.


20 Aloha, Green


Treasa Sweek ’99 is introducing sustainable design to diverse audiences.


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22 The Photovoltaic Revolution


As PV use spreads, Mark Mrohs ’74 is there to provide his expertise.


16 Brain Power


2 Campus Current National survey results, Com- mencement 2010, President’s Scholars celebration, Vickerys support Global Clinic, HMC Green Engineering Award


Campus News • 2 Facul ty News • 6 Staf f News • 9 Student News • 10


Recent student research proj- ects during spring and sum- mer tackle energy solutions, sustainability and more.


24 Alumni Mudderings News and events


28 Class Notes Alumni Weekend class photos


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