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U. reports lower number of disabled students than peer institutions

U. reports lower number of disabled students than peer institutions

Disabled students like Hornbuckle make up less than 2 percent of the student body, compared to about 3 to 4 percent at other Ivy League universities. But this figure may reflect only those students who seek accommodation.

NEWS | 02/23/2009

War in West Windsor

Though the cadets involved in the 23-member Army Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) program at Princeton said they appreciated the close-knit group, several said they sometimes feel distant from other members of the University community, many of whom, they noted, find their commitment to the military surprising. The variety of opportunities available to Princeton undergraduates, many students’ lack of familiarity with the military and the legacy of the Vietnam War are some of the main reasons Princeton ROTC has remained small, cadets said.

NEWS | 02/23/2009

In slump, '06 alumni finance group thrives

Jonathan Brosterman ’06, Evan Coopersmith ’06 and Nitin Walia ’06 came together to form BCW Group LLC, a quantitative finance group, which has had much success since its founding in 2008 despite the poor economy.

NEWS | 02/22/2009

Krueger rumored to be pick for assistant treasury secretary

Wilson School professor Alan Krueger is expected to be chosen as assistant treasury secretary for economic policy.

NEWS | 02/22/2009

Students compete for fleeting internships

As several companies scale back internship programs, many prospective interns are choosing to branch out and apply for summer jobs in other industries. Smaller unknown companies, many of which offer only unpaid internships, are also experiencing higher demand for their limited positions.

NEWS | 02/22/2009

Princeton for Workers' Rights protests U. investments

Members of Princeton for Workers’ Rights this weekend called on the University to pressure HEI Hotels & Resorts to permit its workers to organize in a fair and neutral environment.

NEWS | 02/22/2009

Six awarded Pyne Prize, Jacobus Fellowship

The University awarded the Moses Taylor Pyne Honor Prize -- for displaying outstanding scholarship, character and leadership -- and the Porter Ogden Jacobus Fellowship -- which supports the final year of graduate study and recognizes the four students who demonstrate the highest scholarly excellence in their graduate studies-- to students at the Alumni Day luncheon on Saturday.

NEWS | 02/22/2009

Butler Rising

Students walking by the construction site beside Wilcox Hall may have noticed the unique “wave” design that characterizes the exterior of the new Butler College complex, but few are aware of the subtleties of the design and the state-of-the-art amenities that lie behind it.

NEWS | 02/19/2009

Barnard ’09, Chen ’09 win Pyne Prize

Two sociology concentrators, Alex Barnard ’09 and Andy Chen ’09, have been awarded the Moses Taylor Pyne Honor Prize. While the winners are usually announced at the University luncheon on Alumni Day, the two winners confirmed their selection late Thursday evening but declined to comment.

NEWS | 02/19/2009

ACC proposes new social honor code to curb binge drinking

Participants in a Dec. 5 workshop, which was organized by the ACC to address concerns about binge drinking at the University, suggested that an agreement modeled on Princeton’s academic Honor Code could successfully promote responsible alcohol consumption among students.

NEWS | 02/19/2009

Wining and dining at Tilghman’s table

Though Tilghman has never made a list of her culinary preferences, Sally Lewis-Lamonica, the chef at the president’s official residence Lowrie House, “has a pretty good idea now of the thing[s] that I like,” Tilghman noted. “There are very few things I don’t like. And when I don’t like them, I leave them on the plate.” Lewis-Lamonica has been cooking her way into the hearts and stomachs of Princeton’s elite for 21 years. While serving two University presidents and their many prestigious guests, Lewis-Lamonica has put her own stamp on Lowrie House.

NEWS | 02/19/2009

Glenn Close up close

Actress Glenn Close delivered a lecture, entitled “Are You Who We Think You Are?” before an audience in McCosh 50 on Thursday evening. The talk focused on her personal history and intimate exploration of the psyches of her characters, including her starring roles in a number of films, television shows and Broadway musicals.

NEWS | 02/19/2009

Metabolomic parasite profile aids in fighting malaria

Taking supplements of the amino acid arginine may help protect against malaria, according to the results of a recent study conducted by University researchers in collaboration with the Drexel University College of Medicine.

NEWS | 02/19/2009

Reports of stolen bikes up this year

So far this academic year, 72 bicycles have been reported stolen, according to records obtained from Public Safety on Wednesday. This represents a dramatic increase in the number of thefts, as only 50 bicycles were reported stolen during the 2007-08 academic year.

NEWS | 02/18/2009

Five SINSI scholars announced

Five members of the Class of 2010 have won Scholars in the Nation’s Service Initiative fellowships, enabling them to pursue Master in Public Affairs degrees at the Wilson School and work in the federal government, the University announced Wednesday evening.

NEWS | 02/18/2009

Facebook reverts to old privacy policy

Students with scandalous information on their facebook.com profiles have cause for relief after Facebook CEO and founder Mark Zuckerberg announced Tuesday evening that the site would not be instituting changes to its terms of service.

NEWS | 02/18/2009

Ghosts of Princeton's past

During the First Great Awakening, Jonathan Edwards’ disquieting sermons about sinners in the hands of an angry God drove nervous American colonists to their churches. Today, some believe that Edwards’ spirit haunts Princeton Cemetery. Located at the intersection of Witherspoon and Wiggins streets and overseen by the Nassau Presbyterian Church, the cemetery serves as the final resting place for some of the most important and pivotal figures in the history of the University and of the nation.

NEWS | 02/18/2009

Sophomores left hungry for RCA interaction

It can be easy to forget that RCAs also work with students who are not freshmen. Since the advent of the four-year residential college system, RCAs now serve members of every class year. Non-freshmen zees must be proactive to benefit from interactions with RCAs, some students say.

NEWS | 02/18/2009

Faculty with Facebook wary of friending students

Though most students worry about family members or future employers viewing their Facebook profiles, they may soon have concerns about Princeton faculty on Facebook as well. An increasing number of instructors at the University are signing up for Facebook profiles.

NEWS | 02/17/2009

Borough police to lose two officers

The Borough Police will suffer a net loss of two officers due to recent turmoil in the department, Borough Councilman Robert Martindell said after the Borough Council meeting Tuesday.

NEWS | 02/17/2009

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