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NASA adviser encourages innovation in space

NASA adviser encourages innovation in space

NASA?s decision to retire its space shuttle program was the result of a realization that it might suffer further catastrophes if it did not develop an alternative space vehicle, expert Dan Heimerdinger ?81 said during a lunch discussion yesterday.In his talk, titled ?The Columbia Investigation and Termination of the Shuttle Program,? Heimerdinger said that the space shuttles, the first of which made its maiden flight in 1981, are not significantly safer than they were when first launched.?We lost the first shuttle, the Challenger, and [then] the Columbia,? he said.

NEWS | 02/18/2008

USG passes amendments, hears workshop results

The USG Senate approved all amendments proposed to its constitution at last night?s meeting after USG president Josh Weinstein ?09 apologized for the confusion that surfaced at the previous week?s meeting.Weinstein told the Senate that he hoped to give everyone ?a sense of where we are and where we?re going? by explaining his goals for the USG.

NEWS | 02/17/2008

$4M gift to expand U.'s jazz program

The Princeton University Jazz Program will look to expand its course offerings, staff positions and international initiatives beginning next year using a $4 million donation from Anthony Lee ?79.Lee, who considers jazz ?a lifelong passion,? was inspired to contribute by the $101 million donation from Peter Lewis ?55 and by the University?s new emphasis on bolstering the arts in undergraduate education outlined in a speech by President Tilghman.A jazz guitarist with a recording studio in his home, Lee said a central part of his Princeton experience was an introductory jazz course taught by Henry Martin that ?cemented [his] love [for jazz].?Anthony Branker ?80, who was also in Martin?s course but was not acquainted with Lee at the time, now heads the University?s jazz program.?Mr. Lee?s gift will enable us to realize a number of our educational goals that have been in place for sometime now but have been difficult to attainbecause of a lack of funding,? Branker said.

NEWS | 02/17/2008

NIU tragedy hits home for students

When Jeremy Arceneaux ?10?s roommate walked into the room and informed the Riverdale, Ill., native of the shootings at Northern Illinois University (NIU), Arceneaux?s mind immediately jumped to his family and friends.?I know a handful of people who go to NIU, one of whom is my cousin so the thought of a shooting hitting so close to home really frightens me,? he said in an e-mail.

NEWS | 02/17/2008

NIU tragedy hits home for students

When Jeremy Arceneaux ?10?s roommate walked into the room and informed the Riverdale, Ill., native of the shootings at Northern Illinois University (NIU), Arceneaux?s mind immediately jumped to his family and friends.?I know a handful of people who go to NIU, one of whom is my cousin so the thought of a shooting hitting so close to home really frightens me,? he said in an e-mail.

NEWS | 02/17/2008

$4M gift to expand U.'s jazz program

The Princeton University Jazz Program will look to expand its course offerings, staff positions and international initiatives beginning next year using a $4 million donation from Anthony Lee ?79.Lee, who considers jazz ?a lifelong passion,? was inspired to contribute by the $101 million donation from Peter Lewis ?55 and by the University?s new emphasis on bolstering the arts in undergraduate education outlined in a speech by President Tilghman.A jazz guitarist with a recording studio in his home, Lee said a central part of his Princeton experience was an introductory jazz course taught by Henry Martin that ?cemented [his] love [for jazz].?Anthony Branker ?80, who was also in Martin?s course but was not acquainted with Lee at the time, now heads the University?s jazz program.?Mr. Lee?s gift will enable us to realize a number of our educational goals that have been in place for sometime now but have been difficult to attainbecause of a lack of funding,? Branker said.

NEWS | 02/17/2008

Former Tigers reach finals of Netflix competition

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NEWS | 02/17/2008

First African-American alumni remember journey to integration

When John Lee Howard ?47 received his diploma from the University, he also made history.Howard, who majored in biology, was the first African-American student to receive an undergraduate degree from Princeton.

NEWS | 02/17/2008

Former Tigers reach finals of Netflix competition

Correction appended

NEWS | 02/17/2008

Alcohol Coalition Committee stresses student input

Students, staff, alumni and community members discussed solutions for high-risk drinking at a workshop on Friday organized by the Alcohol Coalition Committee (ACC).Around 80 members of the University community attended the four-hour workshop to discuss why and how to create a healthier drinking culture on campus.

NEWS | 02/17/2008

First African-American alumni remember journey to integration

When John Lee Howard ?47 received his diploma from the University, he also made history.Howard, who majored in biology, was the first African-American student to receive an undergraduate degree from Princeton.

NEWS | 02/17/2008

USG passes amendments, hears workshop results

The USG Senate approved all amendments proposed to its constitution at last night?s meeting after USG president Josh Weinstein ?09 apologized for the confusion that surfaced at the previous week?s meeting.Weinstein told the Senate that he hoped to give everyone ?a sense of where we are and where we?re going? by explaining his goals for the USG.

NEWS | 02/17/2008

Alcohol Coalition Committee stresses student input

Students, staff, alumni and community members discussed solutions for high-risk drinking at a workshop on Friday organized by the Alcohol Coalition Committee (ACC).Around 80 members of the University community attended the four-hour workshop to discuss why and how to create a healthier drinking culture on campus.

NEWS | 02/17/2008

The Week in Photos - Feb. 18, 2008

The Daily Princetonian is looking for reader submissions for each "The Week in Photos" slideshow. To submit a photo related to Princeton campus life, attach it in an e-mail to weekinphotos@dailyprincetonian.com. The Photo Editors will select the best reader submissions to display in next week's slideshow.

NEWS | 02/16/2008

The Week in Photos - Feb. 18, 2008

The Daily Princetonian is looking for reader submissions for each "The Week in Photos" slideshow. To submit a photo related to Princeton campus life, attach it in an e-mail to weekinphotos@dailyprincetonian.com. The Photo Editors will select the best reader submissions to display in next week's slideshow.

NEWS | 02/16/2008

Miles GS '99 to leave HIS 380

Each semester, students eagerly search for courses that will make them want to open their minds, not their cell phones.

NEWS | 02/14/2008

To PDF or not to PDF, is GPA the question?

The looming prospect of grade deflation has made the University?s Pass/D/Fail grading option a welcomed respite from GPA-related anxieties for some, but many students and professors have not found solace in pursuing this opportunity.

NEWS | 02/14/2008

Underdogs lead in online campaign

Stephen Colbert, according to the latest figures, is the leading candidate in the 2008 presidential race, with 1,165 armies controlling 16 states.

NEWS | 02/14/2008

Slur found in Holder Hall

Public Safety found an anti-gay slur written in green toothpaste in a bathroom stall in the fifth entryway of Holder Hall on Wednesday evening.According to the Public Safety report, a Holder RCA reported the graffiti, found in the second floor men?s bathroom, at 8:05 that evening.

NEWS | 02/14/2008

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Public service fellowships awarded

NEWS | 02/14/2008

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