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The bee's knees: Spelling bees and pop culture

In conversation with Dev Jaiswal ’23, Contributing Writer Clara McWeeny explores what makes spelling bees so compelling and the Scripps National Spelling Bee in particular a cultural force, driving memes and national media attention.

In conversation with Dev Jaiswal ’23, Contributing Writer Clara McWeeny explores what makes spelling bees so compelling and the Scripps National Spelling Bee in particular a cultural force, driving memes and national media attention.

Intersections: 11/12/21

Can't bring back the past? Of course we can: a Roaring 20s ball for the Classes of the 2020s

From fake pearls to 1920s-themed appetizers, Princeton’s “Roaring Twenties'' themed Orange and Black Ball on Nov. 4th  was filled with all the glitz and glam that many students missed coming out of a global pandemic. Despite the difficulties the OBB’s date presented for some students — who celebrated the Hindu religious festival Diwali on that night — the ball allegedly saw an attendance increase of about 500 students since the last time it was held two years ago.

From fake pearls to 1920s-themed appetizers, Princeton’s “Roaring Twenties'' themed Orange and Black Ball on Nov. 4th  was filled with all the glitz and glam that many students missed coming out of a global pandemic. Despite the difficulties the OBB’s date presented for some students — who celebrated the Hindu religious festival Diwali on that night — the ball allegedly saw an attendance increase of about 500 students since the last time it was held two years ago.

We tried gluten-free desserts in Princeton so you don’t have to

Many of you may not know that I am celiac, meaning that I have to be gluten-free. While this is a fairly disappointing fact in the grand scheme of the world, I am comforted by the fact that there are still many places in Princeton to satisfy my sweet tooth. So for this installment of TTT, I reviewed gluten-free desserts in Princeton.  

Many of you may not know that I am celiac, meaning that I have to be gluten-free. While this is a fairly disappointing fact in the grand scheme of the world, I am comforted by the fact that there are still many places in Princeton to satisfy my sweet tooth. So for this installment of TTT, I reviewed gluten-free desserts in Princeton.   

Different types of menstrual products

We evaluated seven different types of menstrual products on sustainability and gave each an overall evaluation. In looking at sustainability, we considered carbon offsets, reusability, and the materials of the products. In our overall evaluation, we considered sustainability, price, accessibility, and general reviews in comfort of use. 

We evaluated seven different types of menstrual products on sustainability and gave each an overall evaluation. In looking at sustainability, we considered carbon offsets, reusability, and the materials of the products. In our overall evaluation, we considered sustainability, price, accessibility, and general reviews in comfort of use.  

Daybreak celebrates fall with Terhune Orchards, Stults Farm, and Lee Turkey Farm

Daybreak visited and reviewed 3 local farms to celebrate the fall season.

The arts at Princeton without the art museum

The closure of the Princeton University Art Museum, in conjunction with the shutdown of the museum during the COVID-19 pandemic, has affected the ways that many students, faculty, and members of the local community interact with the arts and humanities on campus.  

The closure of the Princeton University Art Museum, in conjunction with the shutdown of the museum during the COVID-19 pandemic, has affected the ways that many students, faculty, and members of the local community interact with the arts and humanities on campus.  

We tried 6 local pizza places so you don’t have to

I sampled a classic slice of cheese pizza from six establishments in town. In alphabetical order, they are Conte’s Pizza, D’Angelo Italian Market, Jules Thin Crust Pizza, Nomad Pizza, Pizza Den, and Proof. 

I sampled a classic slice of cheese pizza from six establishments in town. In alphabetical order, they are Conte’s Pizza, D’Angelo Italian Market, Jules Thin Crust Pizza, Nomad Pizza, Pizza Den, and Proof. 

First-year encounters with Princeton critters

Contributing writer Guanyi Cao speaks to several first-years about their encounters with the wildlife at Princeton, from hornet attacks to a late-night rendezvous with the campus fox.

Contributing writer Guanyi Cao speaks to several first-years about their encounters with the wildlife at Princeton, from hornet attacks to a late-night rendezvous with the campus fox.

Intersections: 10/8/21

A taste of Chinese food in Princeton

Contributing Writer Mary Ma visits three Chinese restaurants in Princeton and reflects on her experiences at each as a Chinese American.

Contributing Writer Mary Ma visits three Chinese restaurants in Princeton and reflects on her experiences at each as a Chinese American. 

Revisiting the reread

For The Prospect, Assistant Editor Molly Cutler examines the value of revisiting old favorites, the risk of nostalgia, and the transactional nature of media consumption today after her own experience rereading The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings.

For The Prospect, Assistant Editor Molly Cutler examines the value of revisiting old favorites, the risk of nostalgia, and the transactional nature of media consumption today after her own experience rereading The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings.

Naaji Hylton ’22 discusses music influences and upcoming Lawnparties performance

Senior Writer Gabriel Robare speaks with Naaji Hylton ’22 (J. Paris) about his musical influences, sources of inspiration, and expectations for his upcoming performance at Fall Lawnparties 2021.

Senior Writer Gabriel Robare speaks with Naaji Hylton ’22 (J. Paris) about his musical influences, sources of inspiration, and expectations for his upcoming performance at Fall Lawnparties 2021. 

Intersections: 9/24/21

Life on campus for a ’24

“As students adjust to this new environment, their thoughts and feelings offer a unique perspective on the University’s transition as a whole. With this in mind, I sat down with three members of the Class of 2024 and spoke with them about their past year.”  

“As students adjust to this new environment, their thoughts and feelings offer a unique perspective on the University’s transition as a whole. With this in mind, I sat down with three members of the Class of 2024 and spoke with them about their past year.” 

My night at Terrace watching Sam Spector ’24 and the Degenerates

Reporting directly from the Street, Senior Writer Gabriel Robare provides a riveting minute-by-minute account of Sam Spector and the Degenerates’ performance at Terrace Club.

Reporting directly from the Street, Senior Writer Gabriel Robare provides a riveting minute-by-minute account of Sam Spector and the Degenerates’ performance at Terrace Club.

We tried 6 iced lattes in Princeton so you don’t have to

I sampled sweet iced coffees from six establishments in town. In alphabetical order, they are Bread Boutique, the Coffee Club, Rojo’s Roastery, Sakrid Coffee Roasters, Small World Coffee, and Starbucks.

I sampled sweet iced coffees from six establishments in town. In alphabetical order, they are Bread Boutique, the Coffee Club, Rojo’s Roastery, Sakrid Coffee Roasters, Small World Coffee, and Starbucks.

On handwriting

As in-person classes resume, Senior Writer Gabriel Robare revisits the longstanding debate of handwritten notes versus typed notes, suggesting that handwriting — although a slow process — allows him to write at the pace he thinks.

As in-person classes resume, Senior Writer Gabriel Robare revisits the longstanding debate of handwritten notes versus typed notes, suggesting that handwriting — although a slow process — allows him to write at the pace he thinks.

A frosh’s guide to thrifting in Princeton

As we approach the beginning of the semester, many of us are thinking about our fall wardrobes — especially those of us who are preparing for our first on-campus semester. If this is your first opportunity to show off your style off screen, here is a guide on where you can thrift some fresh new fits for the fall.

As we approach the beginning of the semester, many of us are thinking about our fall wardrobes — especially those of us who are preparing for our first on-campus semester. If this is your first opportunity to show off your style off screen, here is a guide on where you can thrift some fresh new fits for the fall.

Ten things to do in your first week at Princeton

Welcome to the Great Class of 2025! As students quickly find out, Princeton has an abundance of resources, from how to navigate academics to how to manage relationships with peers. With all that the University has to offer, it’s easy to feel like you’ll forget something. So, as you look forward to campus, arrival activities, and orientation, here’s what we feel you should know about Princeton and a few things you might want to check out during your first week here.

Welcome to the Great Class of 2025! As students quickly find out, Princeton has an abundance of resources, from how to navigate academics to how to manage relationships with peers. With all that the University has to offer, it’s easy to feel like you’ll forget something. So, as you look forward to campus, arrival activities, and orientation, here’s what we feel you should know about Princeton and a few things you might want to check out during your first week here.