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Anna Carpenter

Anna Carpenter is an undergraduate research assistant at Boston College majoring in applied psychology with a minor in medical humanities.

By Scott Seider, Anna Carpenter, Charis Kang, Derek Titchner, Hehua Xu, Yezi Zheng | November 23, 2021

There are more multiethnic and multi-faith families than ever. A new study reveals how their values and traditions are coming together.

Why Kind Workplaces Are More Successful

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