Dr. Vanessa C. Tyson ’98 has accused Virginia Lieutenant Governor Justin Fairfax of sexual assault. Her accusation comes as a flurry of controversy has already rocked the Virginia Democratic Party.
In a Wall Street Journal op-ed, several University-affiliated economists from both major political parties endorsed policy recommendations for dealing with the national security crisis of climate change. The op-ed proposed a carbon tax that would increase annually until emission reduction goals are reached.
The comment period for the proposed Title IX changes has ended. The University, in conjunction with the American Association of Universities and the New Jersey State Bar Association, left suggestions as to how to improve the proposed changes.
In his annual letter to the University community, Eisgruber discussed the University’s role in current political issues, from concerns about discrimination in admissions to changes in Title IX policies. He also celebrated the University’s accomplishments over the last few months.
The University has begun preparations to renovate Robertson Hall. During the renovations, only the lower level of Robertson Hall will be accessible.
Renowned mathematician Elias M. Stein, the Albert Baldwin Dod Professor Emeritus of Mathematics at the University, passed away on Dec. 23, 2018, at the age of 87.
“The event is about drawing attention to the tragedy of abortion, but also about celebrating human life, welcoming all the joy and unexpectedness that it entails,” Cavazos said. “The March for Life is one of the most joyful and happy events that I continually attend.”
The Princeton Dinky, which was “temporarily discontinued” on Oct. 14 and expected to return in late January, will now remain out of commission until mid-2019 at the earliest.
From Jan. 22 to 25, world leaders in all fields, including a delegation of University faculty, met in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland, for this year’s World Economic Forum (WEF), themed “Globalization 4.0.” Dozens of political and business leaders, celebrities, economists, scientists, and journalists met to discuss the problems facing the modern world.
Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell ’75 has recently found himself embroiled in a controversy surrounding federal interest rates with President Donald Trump. The two men have sparred pointedly on the topic, largely differing in their approaches to sustaining growth in an economy that is strong, but not immune to a slowdown in 2019.
Quadrangle Club president Daniel Pallares Bello ’20 recently announced that the club, often called “Quad” by students, will now guarantee that students on full financial aid will not need to pay any out-of-pocket costs for membership. Pallares Bello hopes that low-income students will no longer face financial obstacles to club membership.
Mutschler credited the early completion to “the better-than-expected condition of some of the structure, scaffolding, and netting that allowed work to continue safely throughout the very wet summer and fall and the contractor’s decision to work many weekends during the long days of summer.”
John C. “Jack” Bogle ’51 has passed away at 89. A giant in the investment world, he founded the first index mutual fund and the influential Vanguard Group.
Cory Booker, the first African-American Senator from New Jersey, has announced his run for president, joining the already-crowded field of Democratic hopefuls.
Repairs are currently underway, and the club is slated reopen for Street Week after Intersession.
In its last meeting under the current administration, the Undergraduate Student Government discussed Wintersession and end-of-term reflections during its weekly meeting Jan. 20. In her end-of-the-year report, USG president Rachel Yee ’19 reflected on the end of her term
Cannady is charged with aggravated assault, resisting arrest, and improper behavior.
Knight is charged with unlawful possession of a weapon and disorderly conduct, according to an emailed statement from University deputy spokesperson Michael Hotchkiss.
Leaders of the Eastern Orthodox Church have filed a federal lawsuit against the University over four historic religious manuscripts that date back to the Byzantine era.
Alicia Van Cleve and Victoria Rodriguez Mitchell, the ASL interpreters for Alik Zalmover ’22, wonder if people ever think that they are the first-year’s moms or sisters when the three walk around campus together.
