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‘Princeton comes together when there’s a special moment’: Enthusiasm soars as March Madness watch parties reach capacity

‘Princeton comes together when there’s a special moment’: Enthusiasm soars as March Madness watch parties reach capacity

Lia Opperman and Olivia Sanchez

The official campus watch party in Whig Hall, as well as local bars Alchemist & Barrister and Winberie’s, all reached capacity before Friday’s March Madness matchup tipped off. Students, alumni, and other community members expressed excitement about the historic moment for Princeton.

The official campus watch party in Whig Hall, as well as local bars Alchemist & Barrister and Winberie’s, all reached capacity before Friday’s March Madness matchup tipped off. Students, alumni, and other community members expressed excitement about the historic moment for Princeton.

NEWS | 03/26/2023

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Inaugural Director of Campus Accessibility Michael Barnes looks back on his first year

Inaugural Director of Campus Accessibility Michael Barnes looks back on his first year

Tess Weinreich

Michael Barnes, the University’s first-ever Director of Campus Accessibility, looks back on his first year in the position amidst ongoing challenges to campus accessibility due to construction.

Michael Barnes, the University’s first-ever Director of Campus Accessibility, looks back on his first year in the position amidst ongoing challenges to campus accessibility due to construction.

NEWS | 03/23/2023

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‘The best decision I’ve made’: Students, faculty reflect on the first full cycle of ASL classes

‘The best decision I’ve made’: Students, faculty reflect on the first full cycle of ASL classes

Aniket Mukherji and Miriam Waldvogel

This semester marks the first time that students have been able to fulfill the University’s language requirement using the American Sign Language (ASL) sequence. The Daily Princetonian sat down with students and professors to hear about their experiences taking and teaching ASL classes. 

This semester marks the first time that students have been able to fulfill the University’s language requirement using the American Sign Language (ASL) sequence. The Daily Princetonian sat down with students and professors to hear about their experiences taking and teaching ASL classes. 

NEWS | 03/23/2023

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Seyedsayamdost Lab discovers first pathway for Selenium insertion into natural products

Seyedsayamdost Lab discovers first pathway for Selenium insertion into natural products

Mahya Fazel-Zarandi

In a study titled “Biosynthesis of selenium-containing small molecules in diverse microorganisms,” published in the journal Nature, Princeton researchers in the Department of Chemistry reported on the discovery of a new pathway in selenium metabolism. Their discovery marks a huge step in understanding selenium metabolism in almost 20 years.  

In a study titled “Biosynthesis of selenium-containing small molecules in diverse microorganisms,” published in the journal Nature, Princeton researchers in the Department of Chemistry reported on the discovery of a new pathway in selenium metabolism. Their discovery marks a huge step in understanding selenium metabolism in almost 20 years.  

NEWS | 03/23/2023

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23 ’23s run for Young Alumni Trustee

23 ’23s run for Young Alumni Trustee

Sandeep Mangat

Primary elections for Young Alumni Trustee (YAT) will run until 5 p.m. on March 30, with results to be announced on March 31. Out of the 23 members of the Class of 2023 running for the position, the three with the most votes will advance to the general election. 

Primary elections for Young Alumni Trustee (YAT) will run until 5 p.m. on March 30, with results to be announced on March 31. Out of the 23 members of the Class of 2023 running for the position, the three with the most votes will advance to the general election. 

NEWS | 03/22/2023

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Students told to evacuate Architecture Building due to smoke in fabrication shop

Students told to evacuate Architecture Building due to smoke in fabrication shop

Tess Weinreich

A smoking router bit, a tool used to drill into wood, caused smoke to accumulate in the room. Students were told to “EVACUATE THE BUILDING NOW.” 

A smoking router bit, a tool used to drill into wood, caused smoke to accumulate in the room. Students were told to “EVACUATE THE BUILDING NOW.” 

NEWS | 03/22/2023

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Sewer line backup floods International Food Co-op’s kitchen and storage

Sewer line backup floods International Food Co-op’s kitchen and storage

Isabel Yip

A sewer line backed up into the International Food Co-op’s (IFC), kitchen and storage rooms in 1901-Laughlin Hall, flooding the spaces. Members of the co-op are displaced temporarily in order for the spaces to be cleaned and the damages assessed. The co-op’s members will be given meal swipes until Friday, when their space will reopen.

A sewer line backed up into the International Food Co-op’s (IFC), kitchen and storage rooms in 1901-Laughlin Hall, flooding spaces. Members of the co-op are displaced temporarily in order for the spaces to be cleaned and the damages assessed. The co-op’s members will be given meal swipes until Friday, when their space will reopen.

NEWS | 03/21/2023

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U-Store installs security cameras to monitor self-checkout and discourage shoplifting

U-Store installs security cameras to monitor self-checkout and discourage shoplifting

Louisa Gheorghita

Following increased shoplifting, the University Store has put new security cameras in place directly above self-checkout stations. Any footage showing suspicious behavior is sent to the police or the Department of Public Safety.

Following increased shoplifting, the University Store has put new security cameras in place directly above self-checkout stations. Any footage showing suspicious behavior is sent to the police or the Department of Public Safety.

NEWS | 03/20/2023

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USG talks March Madness programming, approves various club budgets

USG talks March Madness programming, approves various club budgets

Nandini Krishnan

The USG met on Sunday to discuss various programming efforts during Princeton men’s basketball’s run in the NCAA’s March Madness. They ultimately decided to host a larger event in Jadwin Gym. They also approved various club Projects Board requests over $1000.

The USG met on Sunday to discuss various programming efforts during Princeton men’s basketball’s run in the NCAA’s March Madness. They ultimately decided to host a larger event in Jadwin Gym. They also approved various club Projects Board requests over $1000.

NEWS | 03/20/2023

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Transportation options, local expenses pose concerns for independent students

Transportation options, local expenses pose concerns for independent students

Rebecca Cho and Jeannie Kim

The ‘Prince’ spoke with independent students and experts to investigate the affordability of eating in Mercer County. While students often choose to go independent to save money, concerns around affordably sourcing food still remain. 

The ‘Prince’ spoke with independent students and experts to investigate the affordability of eating in Mercer County. While students often choose to go independent to save money, concerns around affordably sourcing food still remain.

NEWS | 03/19/2023

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Princeton senior arrested in connection with Jan. 6 Capitol riot

Princeton senior arrested in connection with Jan. 6 Capitol riot

Julian Hartman-Sigall and Bridget O’Neill

The politics major from Manahawkin, N.J. was charged with civil disorder, a felony, and related misdemeanor offenses, according to the Department of Justice.

The politics major from Manahawkin, N.J. was charged with civil disorder, a felony, and related misdemeanor offenses, according to the Department of Justice. 

NEWS | 03/14/2023

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Pandemic, student body expansion key factors in rise of subsidized dining in town

Pandemic, student body expansion key factors in rise of subsidized dining in town

Annie Rupertus

Amidst transitions back to in-person student life, ongoing campus expansion, and a new administration-backed dining pilot, USG’s Community Dining Task Force’s work on implementing the Pay with Points and Tigers in Town programs is an example of a widely celebrated student-driven effort to build inclusivity and community through dining.  

Amidst transitions back to in-person student life, ongoing campus expansion, and a new administration-backed dining pilot, USG’s Community Dining Task Force’s work on implementing the Pay with Points and Tigers in Town programs is an example of a widely celebrated student-driven effort to build inclusivity and community through dining.   

NEWS | 03/13/2023

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Student organizations emerge from challenging pandemic period with renewed commitment

Student organizations emerge from challenging pandemic period with renewed commitment

Jocelyne Wijaya

Since fall 2021, educational and extracurricular activities have slowly returned to take place in-person. The Daily Princetonian interviewed several student organizations on the impact of COVID-19 on club operations, and how student involvement and opportunities have changed and expanded from pre to post-pandemic. 

Since fall 2021, educational and extracurricular activities have slowly returned to take place in-person. The Daily Princetonian interviewed several student organizations on the impact of COVID-19 on club operations, and how student involvement and opportunities have changed and expanded from pre to post-pandemic. 

NEWS | 03/13/2023

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Graduate School dean talks unionization, cites existing engagement with students

Graduate School dean talks unionization, cites existing engagement with students

Olivia Sanchez

In light of recent unionization efforts from Princeton Graduate Students United and increased pressure on University administration to address them, The Daily Princetonian sat down with Dean of the Graduate School Rodney Priestley on Wednesday, March 8 to discuss unionization and the Graduate School’s institutional response.  

In light of recent unionization efforts from Princeton Graduate Students United and increased pressure on University administration to address them, The Daily Princetonian sat down with Dean of the Graduate School Rodney Priestley on Wednesday, March 8 to discuss unionization and the Graduate School’s institutional response.   

NEWS | 03/10/2023

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Princeton police fine scooter-riders, citing town ordinance banning bikes, skateboards, roller skates

Princeton police fine scooter-riders, citing town ordinance banning bikes, skateboards, roller skates

Tess Weinreich

Princeton police are issuing a $50 fine to those caught riding scooters on public sidewalks, citing a 2022 ordinance that clarifies where the usage of skateboards, bikes, and roller skates is prohibited in the town, but makes no explicit mention of scooters. 

Princeton police are issuing a $50 fine to those caught riding scooters on public sidewalks, citing a 2022 ordinance that clarifies where the usage of skateboards, bikes, and roller skates is prohibited in the town, but makes no explicit mention of scooters. 

NEWS | 03/10/2023

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University announces security cameras on exterior dorm entryways, installation to begin this month

University announces security cameras on exterior dorm entryways, installation to begin this month

Tess Weinreich

“According to a memo sent to students, staff, and faculty on March 8, additional security cameras will be installed “at all exterior doorways in undergraduate residential college buildings and dorms,” in accordance with recommendations from the Environmental, Safety, and Risk Management (ESRM) committee.”

“According to a memo sent to students, staff, and faculty on March 8, additional security cameras will be installed “at all exterior doorways in undergraduate residential college buildings and dorms,” in accordance with recommendations from the Environmental, Safety, and Risk Management (ESRM) committee.”

NEWS | 03/08/2023

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Eisgruber supports more liquor licenses, pledges contributions to town at amiable Town Council appearance

Eisgruber supports more liquor licenses, pledges contributions to town at amiable Town Council appearance

Charlie Roth

President Christopher Eisgruber ’83 gave his tenth address to the Princeton town council during its February 27 meeting. During his remarks, Eisgruber discussed undergraduate population expansion and town and gown relations, such as housing issues, local businesses, and the University’s financial support of the town.

President Christopher Eisgruber ’83 gave his tenth address to the Princeton town council during its February 27 meeting. During his remarks, Eisgruber discussed undergraduate population expansion and town and gown relations, such as housing issues, local businesses, and the University’s financial support of the town.

NEWS | 03/07/2023

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Director of Campus Safety stresses that campus lighting is ‘complicated’ at USG meeting

Director of Campus Safety stresses that campus lighting is ‘complicated’ at USG meeting

Nandini Krishnan

The Senate also approved spending for events and discussed scooters and bikes on campus. A first vote on a proposed constitutional amendment was approved unanimously.

The Senate also approved spending for events and discussed scooters and bikes on campus. A first vote on a proposed constitutional amendment was approved unanimously.

NEWS | 03/07/2023

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Nigerian election with record youth turnout reaches Princeton

Nigerian election with record youth turnout reaches Princeton

Justus Wilhoit

Princeton community members discuss a Nigerian election marked both by a growing youth voice and continued corruption. While the country’s politics have wide-reaching effects, including for African community members at Princeton, overseas voting is impossible in Nigerian elections. 

Princeton community members discuss a Nigerian election marked both by a growing youth voice and continued corruption. While the country’s politics have wide-reaching effects, including for African community members at Princeton, overseas voting is impossible in Nigerian elections.

NEWS | 03/06/2023

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U.S.-China tensions front and center as former Australian PM speaks at SPIA

U.S.-China tensions front and center as former Australian PM speaks at SPIA

Jasmyn Dobson and Michelle Miao

Kevin Rudd, incoming Ambassador of Australia to the United States, discussed his new book “The Avoidable War: The Dangers of a Catastrophic Conflict Between the U.S. and Xi Jinping’s China” at a SPIA panel on March 3. He expressed his concerns about mounting tensions between the two countries, and his theorized path to evading conflict.

Kevin Rudd, incoming Ambassador of Australia to the United States, discussed his new book “The Avoidable War: The Dangers of a Catastrophic Conflict Between the U.S. and Xi Jinping’s China” at a SPIA panel on March 3. He expressed his concerns about mounting tensions between the two countries, and his theorized path to evading conflict.

NEWS | 03/05/2023

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