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Mike Lavigne ’09 rubs his eyes while studying in the Bass Library cafe. Staying awake for prolonged periods may damage the eyes.
Aileen Agricola/Contributing Photographer
Mike Lavigne ’09 rubs his eyes while studying in the Bass Library cafe. Staying awake for prolonged periods may damage the eyes.

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