Activism

PART I | ‘Resurfacing history’: A look back at the Black Justice League’s campus activism

PART I | ‘Resurfacing history’: A look back at the Black Justice League’s campus activism

Ellen Li and Omar Farah

Walking into Nassau Hall, the students had every expectation of returning to their dorms that evening. But five, 10, 20 hours later, they were still in Eisgruber’s office.

FEATURES | 07/28/2020

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Over 400 alumni call on the U.S. govt. to assist Maria Ressa ’86

Over 400 alumni call on the U.S. govt. to assist Maria Ressa ’86

Albert Jiang

The letter, signed by a number of journalists, multiple former public servants, and two sitting members of Congress, urges the U.S. government to “use its influence” to convince the Philippine government to drop all charges against Ressa, her colleague Reynaldo Santos Jr., and the online news network Rappler.

NEWS | 07/21/2020

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Alumni claim Keller Center censored questions about Palestine, guest speaker cites ‘time constraints’

Alumni claim Keller Center censored questions about Palestine, guest speaker cites ‘time constraints’

Linh Nguyen and Anne Wen

Dr. Mitchell Schwaber ’86, the speaker at the event, told the ‘Prince’ the organizers’ questions were not addressed due to time constraints.

NEWS | 07/15/2020

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How the eating clubs went coed

How the eating clubs went coed

Evelyn Doskoch, Alex Gjaja, and Kenny Peng

Thirty years since the NJ Supreme Court ruled against Princeton’s last all-male eating clubs, The Daily Princetonian takes a look back at the decade-long fight for equality on the Street.

FEATURES | 07/13/2020

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In open letter, faculty call for anti-racist action, diversity in decision-making

In open letter, faculty call for anti-racist action, diversity in decision-making

Marissa Michaels

“We call upon the University to amplify its commitment to Black people and all people of color on this campus as central to its mission, and to become, for the first time in its history, an anti-racist institution,” the faculty letter reads.

NEWS | 07/07/2020

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Andlinger Center renews five-year partnership with ExxonMobil, faces backlash from Divest Princeton

Andlinger Center renews five-year partnership with ExxonMobil, faces backlash from Divest Princeton

Rachel Sturley and Tanvi Nibhanupudi

In the announcement, Lynn Loo, Andlinger Center director and professor of engineering, called the renewed partnership a “win-win,” which helps the Center to “reduce emissions globally while improving access to energy around the world.” 

NEWS | 07/05/2020

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Princeton Open Campus Coalition reunites to oppose required anti-racist training and teaching

Princeton Open Campus Coalition reunites to oppose required anti-racist training and teaching

Zachary Shevin

While the POCC believes anti-racist training and teaching requirements imperil free speech, several students  felt these measures would promote open dialogue.

NEWS | 07/02/2020

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Anti-Racism Book Initiative to provide over 1,000 ebooks to undergraduates

Anti-Racism Book Initiative to provide over 1,000 ebooks to undergraduates

Bharvi Chavre

USG is ordering 645 total copies of each title at about $11 per book — anticipating a total cost of over $14,000. Students will be able to read a book by either Professor Imani Perry or AAS Chair Eddie Glaude. 

NEWS | 06/30/2020

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Last year, Kwanza Jones ’93 donated $20 million to Princeton. Last week, she called for the removal of Wilson’s name.

Last year, Kwanza Jones ’93 donated $20 million to Princeton. Last week, she called for the removal of Wilson’s name.

Marie-Rose Sheinerman

For Jones, CEO and co-founder of the SUPERCHARGED Initiative and an alumna of the School of Public and International Affairs, silence on Wilson’s racism was equivalent to “acquiescing” to it.

NEWS | 06/28/2020

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‘Tired of committees’: Students demand re-naming of Wilson School, reparations, and anti-racist curriculum

‘Tired of committees’: Students demand re-naming of Wilson School, reparations, and anti-racist curriculum

Albert Jiang and Zachary Shevin

“The University heard these demands before,” said one petition signatory. “It’s all about applying pressure at this point.”

NEWS | 06/27/2020

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Black Leadership Coalition raises over $18,000 for Trenton businesses

Black Leadership Coalition raises over $18,000 for Trenton businesses

Katie Tam and Sruti Chitluri

BLC members discussed how they could respond to the killings of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and other Black Americans nationwide, especially at the hands of police.

NEWS | 06/24/2020

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Supreme Court rules in favor of U., temporarily protects status of DACA recipients

Supreme Court rules in favor of U., temporarily protects status of DACA recipients

Zachary Shevin and Rooya Rahin

This ruling is not the end of the battle for DACA. The Opinion noted that it is within the power of DHS to end DACA but that the method by which they did so was illegal.  

NEWS | 06/18/2020

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Black Princetonians across the nation weigh in on racism, policing, and recent protests

Black Princetonians across the nation weigh in on racism, policing, and recent protests

Zachary Shevin, Mark Dodici, and Grace Zhuang

Demonstrations have swept the nation in the weeks since the killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis. We spoke with six Princeton students about their experiences protesting, thoughts on recent activism, and hopes for change.

NEWS | 06/17/2020

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U. no longer pursuing extension of qualified immunity to PSAFE officers

U. no longer pursuing extension of qualified immunity to PSAFE officers

Zachary Shevin

“The University is not pursuing the issue of immunity,” a spokesperson told the ‘Prince.’ Instead, it “will focus on the principles and initiatives outlined by the governor and attorney general” in a June 2 announcement.

NEWS | 06/05/2020

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‘It has to end’: Protesters in Princeton demand justice for Floyd's death

‘It has to end’: Protesters in Princeton demand justice for Floyd's death

Marissa Michaels

The protest is one of many that emerged out of last week’s high-profile death, when Derek Chauvin, a Minneapolis police officer, pressed his knee into George Floyd’s neck for eight minutes and forty-six seconds, while three other officers stood by. 

NEWS | 06/03/2020

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Divest Princeton hosts panel titled ‘Cornell, Brown, and UC Have Done It: Why Can’t We?’

Divest Princeton hosts panel titled ‘Cornell, Brown, and UC Have Done It: Why Can’t We?’

Rachel Sturley

Divest Princeton’s Ryan Warsing said that action is “particularly impactful” now, because the CPUC Resources Committee is currently deliberating on the group’s proposal.

NEWS | 05/30/2020

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PRINCO claims it prioritizes diversity. Experts want proof.

PRINCO claims it prioritizes diversity. Experts want proof.

Sam Kagan

Among the 260 individuals who earned over $1 million, only one was African American, one was Hispanic, and 30 were women, according to a source privy to recent information.

NEWS | 05/02/2020

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Princeton Chinese Community fundraises to fight COVID-19

Princeton Chinese Community fundraises to fight COVID-19

Ngan Chiem

“We lived through the Wuhan experience remotely,” an organizer wrote. “So when it hit American soil, we knew how bad this could be.” 

NEWS | 03/30/2020

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‘Come find me’: Democratic primary sees student groups compete for traction

‘Come find me’: Democratic primary sees student groups compete for traction

Marie-Rose Sheinerman and Josephine de La Bruyere

A point of pride for “Princeton for Bernie”: they’re the fastest growing campaign infrastructure on campus. “Everyone else seems to be dissolving,” Wittekind ’22 said. 

NEWS | 03/05/2020

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“Justice delayed is justice denied”: Students protest violence in India

“Justice delayed is justice denied”: Students protest violence in India

Christiane Konstantopoulos

Protesters criticized Hindutva and its targeting of Muslims, claiming that it undermines Hinduism’s most fundamental principles of equal citizenship and nondiscrimination. 

NEWS | 03/03/2020

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