A visionary evolutionary biologist, he drew comparisons to Charles Darwin with his theories on the genetic roots of seemingly detrimental behaviors like self-deception.

If we are to take seriously the threats of drought, climate change and water security, we should not reduce this place to a warring of two — or even many — sides.

Andrea Smith, an ethnic studies professor, will leave the University of California, Riverside, in an unusual agreement that avoids an investigation.