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Some students decide on alternatives to the 'Street'

Of the University's dining halls, the Center for Jewish Life is rumored to serve the best food. Conveniently located on Washington Road near Ivy Lane, the CJL serves kosher meals and is open to all students.Jonathan Slutzman '01 said he chose to buy a meal contract at the CJL for two reasons.

Food and frolic: Partying at the 'Street' from dusk 'til dawn

With most area bars off limits to those under 21, students can turn to the New York-Philadelphia circuit for kicks, but most opt to take the short walk out to the 'Street.'Officially named Prospect Avenue ? but too many syllables become confusing around 3 a.m.

Finding a religious community in Princeton's academic world

God may not attend Princeton, but many students say that He has a place here. Despite academia's somewhat secular nature and the challenges presented by a busy college lifestyle, students have continued the religious practices they observed before college with the support of small religious communities across campus.Rena Lauer '05 said that compared to other universities, the tight-knit community of Orthodox Jews at Princeton has let her be a leader in several areas."It's very easy to slip through the cracks and not have a voice in your community," she said of religious life elsewhere.The abundance of opportunities to play an active and influential role in the Jewish community was one of the main reasons Lauer chose to come to the University, she said.

The masters and their plans

Lee Mitchell Butler CollegeIn searching for a new master of Butler College, University deans Kathleen Deignan and Nancy Malkiel conducted years of interviews with numerous candidates.They sought someone who is "deeply committed to undergraduate education," has a good track record and cares about students, said Malkiel, dean of the college.After completing the process, they decided on Lee Mitchell, the Holmes Professor of Belles-Lettres in the Department of English.

A place to call home

Princeton instituted its residential college system 20 years ago to provide students with a friendly, personal environment to help smooth the transition to University life.The residential colleges ? Butler, Forbes, Mathey, Rockefeller and Wilson ? supply students with dining options, places for studying and relaxing and opportunities to pursue athletic, artistic and political interests.Students pay a social fee to their colleges along with their tuition, and colleges provide special events such as study breaks and trips to Broadway shows and sporting events at discounted prices.

How not to look like a freshman

Princeton, like any other aspect of your life, is a game with rules and regulations, dos and don'ts, things to embrace and things to avoid like the plague.Leave high school memories in high school.

Feuerstein: From student to star

He's not a television news producer. But he plays one on TV.Mark Feuerstein '93's current profession is a far cry from the life of law he envisioned when he arrived at Princeton in 1989 with his sights set on a degree from Woody Woo.

New movie displays original view of Asian American films

Justin Lin's "Better Luck Tomorrow," which opened nationally at almost 400 theaters last weekend, is a tale of drugs, sex and violence.

World famous director gives exclusive Prince interview

As the lights dimmed, the Oscar award-winning movie for Best Foreign Film in 1989, "Cinema Paradiso," inspired a lost way of viewing cinema that is portrayed in the film.

Curtain Call!

"What I've enjoyed most about the arts here is the level of support from Princeton friends and peers as audience members.

New technology enhances Matrix

"There are no words." Such has been my reaction after watching trailers for the new Matrix films over the past several months.

Fare trial at Tower, Campus, Terrace

Since our disclaimers have been highly ineffective in calming fiery souls, we will bid adieu with some of our favorite memories from our odyssey into elitist eating cults.Favorite excuses for food that was never really that bad: "But Mondays are our worst dinner nights!" "But Tuesdays are our worst dinner nights!" "But Wednesdays are our worst dinner nights!" "But [insert any day of the week or any Federal Holiday here] is our worst dinner night!""How could you have the audacity to dine at our club on the evening of Frist Fest?" "But tonight is leftover night!

Triangle show: 180 degrees of funny

What does President Bush's recent military campaign have in common with The Triangle Club's upcoming spring show?

Lawnparties Photos

Inspired fire: FireHazards celebrate five years

On a typical Saturday afternoon, a series of mysterious vibrations from the music room steadily dismantles the lazy lull of the Wilson College building.

Blue plate special: The menus at Cottage, Ivy, Quad

Let us reiterate that our purpose is not to insult your food, judge your company, outrage your staff or offend your mother.

Curtain Call

"Playing in the [Princeton University Orchestra] for the past four years have been one of my best experiences at Princeton.

Just divine! 'Goddess' opens at the Met

Goddess. This word has conveyed ? literally ? significance of mythic proportions for more than two thousand years.

Gehry's art finds a home in Lewis-Sigler

Anyone who thinks art and science don't mix should take a trip to the Lewis-Sigler Institute for Integrative Genomics.

New MOMA exhibit compares two greats

Matisse, Picasso: two of the greatest art icons of the 20th century. Colliding these two forces in one exhibit, the Museum of Modern Art presents a show unique in its size, scope and visual appeal.