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Dear Sexpert, Basically, my boyfriend and I were in bed. He was going down on me while simultaneously fingering me. When he was doing that I felt like something was going to be released, but I thought it would be squirting. My body did become a little tensed up, and my muscles felt stuck. When we finished having intercourse, he said that there was some liquid that had flown down my vagina. He thought it was cum. I have a history of white discharge, but this one seemed a lot more liquid-y. I don’t know if I came or if it was white discharge. Could you help me out? –Fluid Detective

THE PROSPECT | 12/03/2019

Between fiction and reality: a review of Frankenstein at McCarter Theatre

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Between fiction and reality: a review of Frankenstein at McCarter Theatre

Isabel Griffith-Gorgati

Matthews Theatre transforms into a haunted playground for humans and monsters alike. There is no telling who or what might suddenly leap from a balcony or crawl out from under the floor.

THE PROSPECT | 11/18/2019

On grilled cheese sandwiches

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On grilled cheese sandwiches

José Pablo Fernández García

When I took the first bite, I instantly knew I was home. Much like the scene in “Ratatouille” where the food critic Anton Ego has a flashback to his childhood upon tasting the ratatouille served to him, I remembered all the previous times I had eaten grilled cheese at home. The warm, gooey center of cheese between the buttery, crispy-on-the-outside-but-soft-on-the-inside bread slices brought me a sense of inner warmth and joy.

THE PROSPECT | 11/12/2019

“Where can I find a Denman brush?”: How to navigate Afro haircare in a PWI

“Where can I find a Denman brush?”: How to navigate Afro haircare in a PWI

Auhjanae McGee

So, here’s your guide for black haircare here at Princeton: set aside a specific day to take care of your hair, and develop a thorough wash day routine. If you are transitioning to a natural style, focus on highlighting other aspects of your appearance that make you feel confident. While you are natural, stick to one brand that works for you. And finally, whether you are in need of a particular product or hair for your protective styles, your best bet is to find them online, probably Amazon.

THE PROSPECT | 11/10/2019

Princeton's afterlife

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Princeton's afterlife

Sreesha Ghosh

Princeton is no stranger to pop culture—from serious literature to comedy television, from admiration to derisive dismissal, references to the university run amok.

THE PROSPECT | 11/07/2019

Thriving together: Princeton’s 8% reflects on the impact of Thrive last weekend

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Thriving together: Princeton’s 8% reflects on the impact of Thrive last weekend

Maya Houser

Spaces like Thrive that enable black people to be unapologetic and at ease in their space are imperative, especially at a place like Princeton.

THE PROSPECT | 10/22/2019

Taking a break in the Tiger Tea Room

Katie Heinzer

The Tiger Tea Room in Firestone is a hidden gem for studying students, especially during midterms season.

THE PROSPECT | 10/20/2019

The Princeton Reject Club

Juliana Wojtenko

But for all of those of you who are still lamenting your rejections, I propose a new student group: The Princeton Reject Club. It’s completely normal to be rejected. Princeton is a highly selective school to get into in the first place. And here we are, existing as a pool of extremely talented, ambitious, (slightly) competitive people, and we’re all fighting to belong.

THE PROSPECT | 10/16/2019

Tiger Confessions' fantastic evolution towards live performance

José Pablo Fernández García

Spann said she was open to holding future evenings of live Tiger Confessions, so long as the demand is there for it. I, for one, would be very excited to see where these ideas lead, as “Tiger Confessions: An Evening of Song and Dramatic Reading” was a wonderful way to blow off some steam at the end of a week of classes and enjoy the start of the weekend.

THE PROSPECT | 10/15/2019

What to do in Princeton this week

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What to do in Princeton this week

The Prospect

A curated list of arts and culture events in Princeton this week.

THE PROSPECT | 10/14/2019

Dazed, confused, and mildly inept

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Dazed, confused, and mildly inept

Sreesha Ghosh

Not only does Princeton have a club for almost any extracurricular you can dream up, almost half of these clubs concern sports or performance arts almost none of us has tried before. So, whether you’re looking to diversify from the extracurriculars you did at high school, trying to find a squad, or have no idea where to start, here’s a (far too) brief list of some of the hidden gems you can find on campus.

THE PROSPECT | 10/10/2019

Mama didn’t raise a quitter: a lamentation in five parts

Monique Legaspi

I hope you’re not overcommitting yourself the way I am. If you are, though, I hope you’ve found comfort in knowing someone else has it the same way.

THE PROSPECT | 10/08/2019

The power of naps

Ashley Nurse

I know doctors say we’re supposed to get at least seven hours of sleep a night, but with our schedule, it’s a blessing if we even get four. Adding naps throughout the day will give us that boost of energy we need to stay up during the night.

THE PROSPECT | 10/08/2019

Sexpert: missing birth control pills

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Sexpert: missing birth control pills

The Sexpert

Hi Sexpert, I’ve been on birth control the past two weeks, and being new to it, I’ve either missed a day or taken them hours late numerous times. I’ve had unprotected/no-pull-out sex about five times this week, including today, which was my original ovulation day (before I started BC). Am I at risk for pregnancy? — Forgetful

THE PROSPECT | 10/01/2019

What to do in Princeton this week

The Prospect

A curated list of arts and culture events in Princeton this week.

THE PROSPECT | 09/30/2019

Respecting those who make Princeton a great place to live

Elm Drive, which runs through campus.
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Respecting those who make Princeton a great place to live

Zoya Amir Gauhar

Today, ask the person who swipes your meal card how their day is going. Make the effort to pick up that piece of paper towel that accidentally missed the trash can. Thank the cook that made a warm stew for you on another one of those cold New Jersey days.

THE PROSPECT | 09/26/2019

Relearning how to learn

Sushi Restaurant in the Omicho Fish Market, Kanazawa, Ishikawa prefecture in Japan.
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Relearning how to learn

Cameron Lee

But when I stripped away all expectations and started from a baseline of nothing, adding instead of subtracting from my potential, I found that communicating in Japanese began to feel fun rather than embarrassing.

THE PROSPECT | 09/24/2019

This fall, go beyond the 'Bubble'

The historic canal in Lambertville, N.J.
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This fall, go beyond the 'Bubble'

Dora Zhao

Even though classes are picking up, weekends are the perfect time for students to escape the Orange Bubble. While going out to eat on Nassau is enjoyable, there is so much to see beyond Princeton. For those looking for a day trip or a chance to explore the area outside of Princeton, here is a list of ideas to do this fall.

THE PROSPECT | 09/19/2019