A federal judge could rule as early as next week on a lawsuit filed by two Princeton-area lawyers who want a special election to choose a successor for New Jersey Gov.
In response to a number of questionable comments posted on the Shades of Princeton website that make light of discrimination, the site's student founders might overhaul or scrap the online forum.While it is an independent website, the University has addressed its concerns to the founders and "at this point we do not anticipate it will be up or supported by the University this fall," Vice President for Campus Life Janet Dickerson said.Founded by several members of Sustained Dialogue ? a campus group that promotes discussion of social and racial issues ? the website was launched in April as a forum for students to share incidents of discrimination.According to Brian Kirk '06, a Sustained Dialogue director and one of the website's founders, the initial posts adhered to the forum's mission, but many of the later comments were "prejudicial and ignorant.""I never expected the length that some students would go to to subvert our cause.
When Princeton was still all-male and all eating clubs were bicker, students barely set foot into any of the clubs until they became members.
As students returned to campus this week, they faced changes from new buildings to flashy orange proxes.
Family and friends are mourning a 19-year-old sophomore found dead in her dorm room in Wilson College on Sunday, remembering a young woman with unlimited potential.Melissa Huang, of Mechanicsburg, Pa., was found Sunday afternoon in her 1939 Hall room by her parents and a custodian, the University said.Her parents, Leon Keng-Lock Huang and Sauling Huang, were visiting.The cause of the death remains unclear.Borough Police Chief Charles Davall said there were no signs of criminal activity or visible trauma to her body.The Mercer County medical examiner's office completed an autopsy on the body Monday after initial tests into the cause of death were inconclusive.Toxicology reports from the autopsy will not be available for eight to 12 weeks, said Angelo Onofri, a spokesman for the Mercer County prosecutor's office.He said the coroner had talked to the parents, who had returned home by Tuesday afternoon and did not wish to talk to a reporter.
Status-watchers rest assured: for the fifth straight year, Princeton tops U.S. News and World Report's list of America's best colleges.The annual rankings, released Aug.
Sept. 4 was move-in day, and Avery McGraw '08 faced a slight setback. The Westchester County, N.Y., native had just finished unloading the contents of her car into a small single in 1937 Hall.
A giant jelly bean mosaic of Elvis Presley and floating neon polka dots are the newest additions to the storefronts on Nassau St.Ricky the Dragon, the official mascot of Ricky's Candy, Cones and Chaos, invites passersby to sample the shop's treats.This neighborhood-style candy shop, along with the Bent Spoon in Palmer Square, offers students two more reasons to venture outside the campus gates.
Rumors immediately began to circulate among students when an ambulance and police cars pulled up to 1939 Hall in Wilson College early Sunday afternoon.As the day unfolded, students learned that a sophomore had died.
Princeton Career Services should be explored early on in your Princeton career. Getting internships your freshman summer will help exponentially later in your Princeton career and afterward.Career Services' website is helpful.
1. Don't wear the lanyards they give you for your keys around your neck.2. Do not stand anywhere around main campus (say frist) and ask, i'm lost, how do i get to forbes?3.
Supposing the first thing you hear entering a dining establishment is, "Eww! There's no way I'm eating here," I imagine you'd agree you wouldn't be all too eager to eat in the establishment.In case of Hoagie Haven, however, that might not be true.There's no cheaper food factory in town!
Frats at Princeton? They're not discussed in the admissions literature. In fact, no Greek organization is officially recognized by the University.
Supposing the first thing you hear entering a dining establishment is, "Eww There's no way I'm eating here," I imagine you'd agree you wouldn't be all too eager to eat in the establishment.In case of Hoagie Haven , however, that might not be true.There's no cheaper food factory in town.
Princeton a cappella groups give a new meaning to the phrase "Music of the Night."On any given evening, one can hear melodious sounds emanating from either Blair Arch or 1879 Arch, thanks to Princeton's dozen or so a cappella groups.
Academic/Career Opportunity College BowlFor those whose goal in life is to qualify for "Who Wants to be a Millionaire," College Bowl attracts trivia whizzes and provides an outlet for cerebral prowess.
Welcome to our freshman site, which will continue to be updated throughout the summer. If you have any questions, e-mail news@dailyprincetonian.com Axelbank | Rachel Axelbank's irreverant, hilarious and insightful sex columns give you great perspective on everything from sexiling to the use of instant messenger Cowen | Tarleton Cowen's style, relationship and social advice is invaluable to guys and gals interested in learning mroe about the Princetons scene. Campus Groups | A comprehensive, and unique, listing of campus groups from religious life to dance. Thefacebook.com | Info about thefacebook.com and Princeton's facebook, invaluable resources for learning about the student body (and what they look like) Jobs and careers | Effective and early use of Princeton's job resources can land you great internships early on in your Princeton life Food | Know where you to go when you get the munchies late at night, or want to skip the dining hall A Capella Groups | Descriptions of the many a capella groups and links to clips Tips |Twenty more tips to remember for your freshman year Health on campus | Princeton's embarking on a new world of health and well being.
How to Join an A Capella Group FireHazards(M/F): Founded with the goal of bringing a sense of community and love to people of all sexual orientations and gender identities.
