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Holt secures federal funds for Public library technology refit

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Holt secures federal funds for Public library technology refit

The Princeton Public Library will receive $100,000 in federal funding this year to ease the burden of the $17.6 million effort to rebuild the library.The funds have been specifically allocated to upgrade the library's technology infrastructure, a small part of the total cost for the construction project."The new Princeton library will be a library for the information age," said Rep.

NEWS | 03/07/2002

Deffenbaugh '02 is named Sachs scholar

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Deffenbaugh '02 is named Sachs scholar

Natalie Deffenbaugh '02 was named this year's recipient of the Daniel Sachs Class of 1960 Memorial Scholarship earlier this week."I was ecstatic, practically speechless," Deffenbaugh said of her immediate reaction to winning the award.The Sachs scholarship provides a senior interested in public service the opportunity to study, work or travel abroad after graduation.

NEWS | 03/06/2002

Nameret to provide social, spiritual events for Jewish women on campus

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Nameret to provide social, spiritual events for Jewish women on campus

There was a lot of noise at the Armory's rock climbing wall Tuesday night. Women shouted words of encouragement, sang songs and reviewed old sleep-away camp cheers as friends climbed to the top of the course.Tuesday's trip to the armory was the inaugural event to be sponsored by "Nameret: Jewish Women of Princeton," a newly founded student organization.The Hebrew word "Nameret" roughly translates to tigress, which is appropriate for several reasons, group co-chair Rena Lauer '05 said.The name connotes the strength and beauty of women, specifically Jewish women, and fits well with the University's mascot."Rock climbing is an opportunity for some of the Jewish women on campus to get together, tackle a huge physical challenge that people don't often get the opportunity to do and to relax during a stressful time," said Kate Lester of the Center for Jewish Life.By renting out the wall and having only female staff, Orthodox women had the opportunity to climb on the wall for the first time, she said.The group, though, strives to be more than just an opportunity to accommodate the needs of religious women.

NEWS | 03/06/2002
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Students testify before N.J. state committee on standard of need

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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

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

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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

Needle-exchange programs draw varied responses on campus

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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.

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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

Despite expected challenges, AEPi looks to establish chapter on campus

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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

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