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Students testify before N.J. state committee on standard of need

Students testify before N.J. state committee on standard of need

When Jenna Steinhauer '04 discovered New Jersey was not in compliance with state welfare reform law, she mobilized the Princeton Justice Project to speak before a state committee hearing on Monday.The law says that every year New Jersey must update the standard of need ? the minimum amount of money with which a family can maintain an acceptable standard of living.But Robin Williams '04, who testified with Steinhauer to the N.J.

NEWS | 03/06/2002

On an Olympic quest, Andrea Kilbourne still seeks gold

During the past Winter Olympics at Salt Lake City, Princeton was abuzz with the news of Andrea Kilbourne '02, who had taken the year off to play in the Olympics on the U.S.

NEWS | 03/06/2002

Riordan '52 defeated in Calif. primary; Flaherty '70 prepares for premier race

For years, Princeton alumni have been known for their commitments in the nation's service and in the service of all nations.At least two alumni this week have strived to uphold that motto by running for political office in the United States and Canada.In recent elections, one University alumnus has already fallen in California while another awaits his fate in Ontario.In what has turned out to be one of the most hotly contested primaries in recent California history, Richard Riordan '52 lost in a close election to fellow Republican candidate Bill Simon on Tuesday.

NEWS | 03/06/2002

From above the Arctic Circle, a community that laughs together

When I first came to Princeton, I told people that I was from the North Pole, but I have to confess this wasn't quite true.

NEWS | 03/06/2002

Terry McCloskey '03 follows a nomadic spirit back to Princeton

As Terry McCloskey '03 takes in the lecture, gripping a pencil with a calloused hand, one can tell he is not like other students.

NEWS | 03/05/2002

University prepares for annual deficits through next decade

The University is forecasting a series of multi-million dollar budget deficits starting in fiscal year 2004.

NEWS | 03/05/2002

Augustine receives space award

University professor Norman Augustine GS '59 will receive the Space Foundation's highest individual award on April 11.The General James E.

NEWS | 03/05/2002

Needle-exchange programs draw varied responses on campus

As the debate continues in the N.J. state legislature over a needle-exchange program bill, students on campus are questioning whether to support such a movement.Last night, a presentation here on NEPs aimed to encourage further discussion of the issue and draw support for the programs.The NEPs seek to lessen the health consequences of drug use and slow the spread of HIV by making clean needles available to intravenous drug users.The idea has been met with much resistance in New Jersey, some saying NEPs only encourage drug use and make bad neighborhoods worse.Last night's program featured slides and a short video, both depicting the lives of those who would benefit from the exchange."Our goal is for the state of New Jersey to legalize and implement NEPs," Williams said.Participants of the photo project, run by the Chai Project of New Brunswick, N.J., gave Powerpoint presentations of the photos they took documenting their lives in a drug-troubled neighborhood."The photo project, entitled Photo Voice, allows these users of illicit substances a venue for vocally recording their lives," Williams said.N.J.

NEWS | 03/05/2002

Drought crisis declared in N.J.

Gov. James McGreevey declared a water emergency for the state in an executive order signed Monday following the driest February in New Jersey records.New Jersey's average precipitation levels have been below normal during 15 of the past 17 months, said New Jersey climatologist David Robinson.During that time, total precipitation was 17 inches, or 25 percent below normal.

NEWS | 03/05/2002

Engineering a business: Google CEO Schmidt '76

Just as "Google" is a play on the math term "googol," Eric Schmidt '76, CEO and Chairman of the rapidly expanding Internet search engine, plays on the typical corporate atmosphere.Schmidt, a Virginia native, is the "classic math and science type" with a penchant for science fiction, New Age music and lava lamps."I was a hardcore programmer from age 14," he said.

NEWS | 03/04/2002

Student group continues to criticize labor association policies

Despite allegations that the company had violated health and safety standards and participated in anti-union actions, Students for Progressive Education and Action says the University has made no effort to cancel their contract with New Era Cap Company.

NEWS | 03/04/2002

Rev. Foreman: Nourishing a community

If you asked him, Jerry Foreman could tell you the Old Testament story of David and Goliath word for word.

NEWS | 03/04/2002

Despite expected challenges, AEPi looks to establish chapter on campus

Alpha Epsilon Pi, the national Jewish fraternity, is taking steps to establish a chapter at the University for the fall of 2002.For several reasons, though, AEPi expects an uphill battle to establish itself on campus.A primary concern was the University's failure to recognize the existing fraternities, a policy that prevents the organizations from having on-campus housing for its members.AEPi would also have to compete with the eating clubs ? the hub of social life at the University.At Princeton's first official AEPi meeting on Sunday, March 3, regional representative for the national fraternity organization Shawn Luchaa attempted to assuage the concerns of those attending.He pointed to Harvard University as a place where AEPi thrives in a social environment comparable to the eating clubs ? emphasizing that the fraternity offers unique services such as an alumni network and insurance plan."With a dedicated Jewish community," added Luchaa, "AEPi will survive when other fraternities may not.

NEWS | 03/04/2002

Tilghman appointed state project co-chair

Gov. James McGreevey named President Tilghman a chair of Prosperity New Jersey yesterday. The decision to select Tilghman for the project ? which aims to improve the economy through partnerships with non-corporate organizations ? reflected a shift toward focusing on the links between education and business, McGreevey said."Education is economic development," he said in a statement."What we do in our schools today directly impacts our business climate and our ability to attract good jobs for our people tomorrow."Tilghman expressed satisfaction with McGreevey's decision."I am pleased to have been asked to co-chair Prosperity New Jersey and to work with institutions of higher education throughout the state to develop more effective relationships with business, with state government and with our local communities to help meet the demands of a changing economy," she said in a statement.McGreevey asked Tilghman to serve because he believed she would contribute in important ways to the project's work, said Richard Lee, a spokesman for the governor."The governor is elevating the role that education plays in Prosperity New Jersey, and he felt that Dr. Tilghman would be an excellent choice," he said.

NEWS | 03/04/2002

University names Marsh as new associate provost

Jed Marsh, former associate dean of the graduate school at Northwestern University, has been named associate provost at Princeton, the University announced Friday.Marsh will be in charge of special projects and institutional research on campus, Provost Amy Gutmann said.

NEWS | 03/03/2002

Three seniors win top prize in Business Plan Contest for MindSpeak program

A trio of seniors won the $5,000 first prize at this year's Business Plan Contest with their young software company, MindSpeak LLC.The University held the fourth annual contest in the Friend Center.

NEWS | 03/03/2002

Finn plans to apply expertise in role as Afghanistan ambassador

From Princeton to Kabul, University visiting lecturer Robert Finn GS '76 was nominated Thursday by President Bush to be the new ambassador to Afghanistan.Finn, who has had years of experience in Near Easten conflict, could have a pivotal role in the formation of an entirely new Afghan government."I am honored and pleased that the president has decided to nominate me for this position, and that if confirmed by the Senate, I will do my best to serve in this position," Finn said in an e-mail.He said he could not speak more on the subject.

NEWS | 03/03/2002

'First Fridays at Frist' draws LGBT community together

Between sips of coffee, the conversation at a table in Frist cafe last Friday ranged in subject from MTV commercials to Russian and Japanese literature to stand up comedy.But all these topics were linked by an unexpected theme.

NEWS | 03/03/2002

Afghanistan in a transition of politics and society

In Afghanistan, where the future has looked so bleak for so long, many are beginning to see the light at the end of the tunnel.That beaming light is the prospect of a new government for all Afghan people, now that the socially oppressive Taliban regime has been deposed."We hope that the international community will assist not just in the reconstruction and rebuilding of Afghanistan but in the unity of the country," Mohammed Gardezi said at a press conference held at the University last Monday.Gardezi was Afghanistan's minister of agriculture until the creation of the interim government in December.He and Abdul Arazou, who is to be Afghanistan's interim government's ambassador to Iran, said the international community should not impose undue interference on Afghanistan's rebuilding.Gardezi, Arazou and other key figures in the rebuilding of the country met two weeks ago to discuss the country's security and viability at the Liechtenstein Institute on Self-Determination's Workshop on Afghanistan, a part of the Wilson School.Nisama Danishyar, a cultural attach

NEWS | 03/03/2002

USG debates student feedback, participation in Ivy Council

Discussion at last night's USG Senate meeting centered on how the USG interacts with students and whether the University will continue to participate in the Ivy Council.After standard opening procedures, the focus turned to the feedback the USG has received in response to its new outreach program, which has included USG office hours and the direct solicitation of student feedback in some of the residential college dining halls.For the most part, feedback was viewed as anemic with some suggestions bordering on the outlandish, such as complaints about the University's plumbing system and an enforced cap on the number of books that professors could assign in classes.The lack of feedback could partially be ascribed to the recent implementation of the system, said Sonya Mirbagheri '04, USG vice president.Discussion then turned to the Ivy Council, an organization that allows students from Ivy League schools to meet twice a year to discuss common issues and solutions.During a heated debate that lasted nearly 30 minutes, USG treasurer Michael Kimberly '03 led the attack on future participation.

NEWS | 03/03/2002

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