Middlebury Magazine

One Life’s Journey

Accomplished poet Robert Pack reflects on his life in his new book of poetry.

By Susan Fritsch Hunter ’71
Photography from Event Horizon Telescope: Hotaka ShiokawaJune 2, 2022

Mineral Collectors

John Medici ’59 never took a formal course in geology or mineralogy. Yet last December, he was notified that he had won the prestigious Carnegie Mineralogical Award for 2020.

By Sara Thurber Marshall
Photos courtesy of John MediciDecember 17, 2021

The World Turned Upside Down

A secret job during WWII and its implications forever change the lives of two young lovers.

By Caroline Crawford
Illustration by Jing Jing TsongDecember 8, 2021