Regarding 'Bogle '51 led Vanguard Group to success based on principles developed in his senior thesis' (Oct. 13):
I have been lucky enough to follow in his footsteps, first at Blair Academy and now at Princeton. I would have been able to afford neither of these without his generous scholarship contributions. My younger brother at Blair is also currently benefitting from his generosity. His loyalty and philanthropy to Princeton is a wonderful example to those of us who benefit from the many opportunities this school presents us with. Nicholas D'Amato '05
Having a president without a high GPA isn't 'unjust'
Regarding 'Economic inequality is unjust' (Kai Chan, Oct. 14):I suppose that if columnists for The New York Times masquerade as University economics professors, then graduate economics students can masquerade as editorial writers for the 'Prince.' I am not sure if either situation furthers the knowledge base of our students, as evidenced by Kai Chan's writings.
Perhaps Chan does not understand that grades are not a prescription for success. It is unjust that a C student become President? Hello? Last time I checked, GPA was not a condition for eligibilty in a presidential election. Just what is Chan's basis for "justice?"
If Al Gore, whose college GPA at Harvard was lower than George Bush's at Yale — and we all know that Yale is a better school than Harvard — were president today, would that, too, be unjust?
Chan would be better served focusing on his economics studies. I suggest he start by getting a copy of Professor Robert Kuenne's syllabus from his old course "Anal-yses of Capitalism." With a little study, he would gain a better understanding of economic fairness, equity and efficiency. Peter Cordey '82
Carpenter's story is one other students dream of
Regarding 'The Carpenters '08, '06, '03: A musical trio' (Oct. 14):I am Annika Windon's '08's father and I enjoyed your article about this family because it seems so much like the Windon family. Annika, who is African- American, and her two brothers are nationally ranked junior golfers and train, travel, and play all over the country.
In January, Annika was ranked in the top 50 girls in the country and she wanted to play on the Princeton golf team for Coach Eric Stein. Now, her brothers want to attend Princeton and play golf. The educational experience combined with the golf makes for a superb combination of life experiences. Maybe the Windons will reach their goals like the Carpenters. Charles Windon P '08
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The CPUC must not gut its Judicial Committee
Bill HewittEnding the Judicial Committee’s jurisdiction over initial complaints would embolden abuses of power, allowing the administration to evade accountability for University rule violations without the pressure of student and faculty authority.
Ending the Judicial Committee’s jurisdiction over initial complaints would embolden abuses of power, allowing the administration to evade accountability for University rule violations without the pressure of student and faculty authority.
Princeton, let’s adopt a digital prox
Jorge ReyesTo prevent pointless replacement and lockout charges, maximize convenience, and create better access to meals and facilities, Princeton should follow the precedent set by some of its peers and adopt a digital prox system.
To prevent pointless replacement and lockout charges, maximize convenience, and create better access to meals and facilities, Princeton should follow the precedent set by some of its peers and adopt a digital prox system.
What is a Princeton degree really for?
Joel IbabaoSo what, in the end, is a Princeton degree really for? I take a more moderate view: Students should prioritize earning potential — unless they feel irresistibly called to something else.
So what, in the end, is a Princeton degree really for? I take a more moderate view: Students should prioritize earning potential — unless they feel irresistibly called to something else.