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‘Our Marriage Comedy Act’: Q&A with Professors Deborah and Frank Popper

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‘Our Marriage Comedy Act’: Q&A with Professors Deborah and Frank Popper

In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, The Daily Princetonian sat down with Deborah and Frank Popper, two visiting faculty professors in the University’s Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. Married for 58 years, the couple unpacked their story of love, research, and co-teaching.

FEATURES | February 12

A tale of three sequences: Unpacking lower enrollment in non-Western humanities sequences

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A tale of three sequences: Unpacking lower enrollment in non-Western humanities sequences

Sedise Tiruneh and Nikki Han

Bolstered by renowned texts and international trips, the Western Humanities sequence attracts many underclass students, while the East Asian and Near Eastern sequences see lower enrollment. As faculty explore new strategies — from mentorship to potential travel — these sequences seek to carve out a stronger presence in the University’s academic landscape.

FEATURES | February 7

Voters then and now: How different roads led to the same vote

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Voters then and now: How different roads led to the same vote

Coco Gong

Life experiences, social media, and the way to approach politics — much about presidential elections has changed for alumni who voted on campus in 2008 versus in 2024. The ‘Prince’ spoke to a range of alumni to understand the political atmosphere back then and how the alumni’s different paths led them to the same ticket this past November.

FEATURES | January 31

A legacy of Black women’s leadership in Princeton’s NAACP chapter

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A legacy of Black women’s leadership in Princeton’s NAACP chapter

Synai Ferrell

In the early 1990s, Princeton students formed a campus chapter of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) to advocate for racial and social justice on campus. Now, after years of fluctuating membership levels, the Princeton chapter is returning under the leadership of Chris-Tina Middlebrooks ’27, who hopes to carry on the legacy of past generations.

FEATURES | January 26

From Princeton to the Pentagon: The many faces of Pete Hegseth ’03

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From Princeton to the Pentagon: The many faces of Pete Hegseth ’03

Sena Chang

When Pete Hegseth ’03 was a Princeton student, he was known as a strong conservative voice on campus, a proud member of the Cap and Gown Club, publisher of The Princeton Tory, and devoted Christian.

When Pete Hegseth ’03 was a Princeton student, he was known as a strong conservative voice on campus, a proud member of the Cap and Gown Club, publisher of The Princeton Tory, and devoted Christian. Now, as the U.S. Senate is moving toward approving Hegseth as Secretary of Defense amid an onslaught of allegations about his personal conduct, The Daily Princetonian spoke with those who knew Hegseth as a student to learn more about his character and how the nominee has changed over time.

FEATURES | January 24

A different kind of energy transition: Ted Borer cycles on

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A different kind of energy transition: Ted Borer cycles on

Raphaela Gold

After 30 years at Princeton, Energy Plant Director Ted Borer retired this past January. He will now be pursuing private energy consulting, spending more time with his family, and digging into his hobbies. David Weis has stepped into the position of Director and will continue leading the transition from cogeneration to geo-exchange on campus.

FEATURES | January 9

‘Innovation is alive and well at Princeton’: University researchers translate findings to start-ups

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‘Innovation is alive and well at Princeton’: University researchers translate findings to start-ups

Coco Gong

The 'Prince' sat down with University researchers-turned-entrepreneurs to discuss their experience translating their academic work into startups.

FEATURES | December 18

Student activist, non-profit leader, USG president: Introducing Enzo Kho ’26

Devon Rudolph

The Daily Princetonian sat down with incoming USG President Enzo Kho ’26 to discuss his history of leadership and activism in the Philippines and his experience at Princeton.

FEATURES | December 18

‘A whole other world out there’: Student perspectives on working and volunteering off-campus

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‘A whole other world out there’: Student perspectives on working and volunteering off-campus

Mary Balid and Shaun Karani

In light of concerns about the divide between students and the town, the ‘Prince’ sat down with student volunteers to discuss their outlook on community engagement.

FEATURES | December 16

‘Forget about those disciplinary boundaries’: Narayanan and Kapoor on collaboration in AI research and policy

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‘Forget about those disciplinary boundaries’: Narayanan and Kapoor on collaboration in AI research and policy

Chloe Lau

The ‘Prince’ sat down with CITP Director Arvind Narayanan and graduate student Sayash Kapoor to discuss their recent book, “AI Snake Oil,” and teaching and mentorship and Princeton.

FEATURES | December 16

Princetonians struggle to come face-to-face on Israel-Palestine

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Princetonians struggle to come face-to-face on Israel-Palestine

Sena Chang and Nikki Han

In conversations with the Daily Princetonian, students with the Israel-Palestine conflict described the campus environment as relatively civil, yet ideologically siloed.

FEATURES | December 10

WPRB, a community radio station ‘away from the things you know’

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WPRB, a community radio station ‘away from the things you know’

Helena Richardson and Ruth Rocker

Princeton-based freeform radio station WPRB has gained a loyal listenership for its musical experimentation and signature shows. The Daily Princetonian shadowed shows and spoke to student and community DJs about the unique freedom and culture at WPRB.

FEATURES | December 6

‘You physically have to connect’: Beginners, pros find a place in Ballroom Dance Club

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‘You physically have to connect’: Beginners, pros find a place in Ballroom Dance Club

Angela Li

For four decades, the Princeton Ballroom Dance Club has served as both a social and competitive organization that brings together beginners and experienced dancers alike. The Daily Princetonian attended a dance session and spoke to club members to learn more about why they have taken to the dance floor with their partners.

FEATURES | December 3

‘Disadvantaged for being international’: Princetonians on F-1 visas weigh post-grad plans

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‘Disadvantaged for being international’: Princetonians on F-1 visas weigh post-grad plans

Ifeoluwa Aigbiniode

Following graduation, international students on an F-1 visa have 60 days to find employment in a field directly related to their degree or leave the country. How are international students approaching their post-Princeton plans?

FEATURES | November 26

‘They have no clue what Princeton is’: International students reflect on barriers to applying

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‘They have no clue what Princeton is’: International students reflect on barriers to applying

Thomas Tao and Sastha Tripathi

The number of international students at Princeton has grown in recent years, but struggles with the American application process and accessibility to elite universities remains. The ‘Prince’ interviewed international students, who shared their application difficulties and encouraged the University to expand diversify international recruitment efforts.

FEATURES | November 20

The morning shift: Construction workers on campus

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The morning shift: Construction workers on campus

Angela Li, Faith Ho, and Rory Rusnak

While the rest of campus is asleep, construction workers begin their shifts on campus. The Daily Princetonian interviewed four construction workers to learn more about their daily routines and gather their reflections on one of the most recognizable, yet least understood, jobs on campus.

FEATURES | November 15

The ‘process’: How change happens under Eisgruber

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The ‘process’: How change happens under Eisgruber

Bridget O’Neill

Princeton President Christopher Eisgruber ’83 has dealt with student protests of all stripes over his 11-year tenure. Interviews with Eisgruber, longtime faculty, and activists of different eras reveal a long-standing emphasis on procedure to which Eisgruber has only grown more attached over time.

FEATURES | November 13

The Little Chef Pastry Shop: a Princeton town staple ‘hidden away in plain sight’

Mira Eashwaran

The Little Chef Pastry Shop has been a subject of quiet fame amongst Princeton townies for the past 20 years, boasting numerous accolades and a small but dedicated group of student regulars and visitors. The Daily Princetonian spoke with Chef Fils-Aimes, the owner and pastry chef, and students to learn more about this shop’s history in Princeton and meaning to the community.

FEATURES | November 7

Professors by day, political columnists by night: Princeton faculty in the election spotlight

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Professors by day, political columnists by night: Princeton faculty in the election spotlight

Valentina Moreno

History and public affairs professor Julian Zelizer, economics and public affairs professor Alan Blinder, and neuroscience professor Sam Wang have all become key voices in the national election conversation, whether through op-eds in major publications or serving as an expert witness in a federal lawsuit.

FEATURES | November 4

Campus farmers’ market bridges community and promotes sustainability

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Campus farmers’ market bridges community and promotes sustainability

Sedise Tiruneh

Every Wednesday, the Princeton University Farmers’ Market adorns Firestone Plaza with an array of vendors from Princeton and beyond. The market, which was restarted post-pandemic, aims to introduce students to local businesses in the Princeton area and promote sustainability on campus.

FEATURES | October 30

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