Opinion

There’s no ‘moving on’ from queer marginalization

There’s no ‘moving on’ from queer marginalization

Hannah Reynolds

“While seemingly harmless, phrases like ‘moving on’ and ‘anyways’ in response to expressions of queerness are indicative of a far larger problem on Princeton’s campus: the unwillingness to hear and validate the experiences of queer people who are open enough to share them.”

“While seemingly harmless, phrases like ‘moving on’ and ‘anyways’ in response to expressions of queerness are indicative of a far larger problem on Princeton’s campus: the unwillingness to hear and validate the experiences of queer people who are open enough to share them.”

OPINION | 04/11/2022

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USG U-Councilor: Mental health and DEI referenda deserve the spotlight, too

USG U-Councilor: Mental health and DEI referenda deserve the spotlight, too

Stephen Daniels

“These referenda should be understood as indicating a new level of seriousness on the issues of mental health resources and diversity, equity, and inclusion on the part of the Senate.”

“these referenda should be understood as indicating a new level of seriousness on the issues of mental health resources and diversity, equity, and inclusion on the part of the Senate.”

OPINION | 04/10/2022

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In honor of the women Princeton history forgot

In honor of the women Princeton history forgot

Sally Jane Ruybàlid

“May we all take a moment during this Women’s History Month and on the fiftieth anniversary of Title IX to recognize, ruminate, and reflect on the contributions of the ones that have slowly faded into the past.”

“May we all take a moment during this Women’s History Month and on the fiftieth anniversary of Title IX to recognize, ruminate, and reflect on the contributions of the ones that have slowly faded into the past.”

PROJECTS | 04/10/2022

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Caterpillar referendum supporters avoid a debate they know they can’t win

Caterpillar referendum supporters avoid a debate they know they can’t win

Reid Zlotky

“If this referendum were truly about supporting Palestinians and ensuring justice and peace, it would focus on tangible solutions to help the Palestinian people rather than virtue signaling through BDS-affiliated proposals.”

“If this referendum were truly about supporting Palestinians and ensuring justice and peace, it would focus on tangible solutions to help the Palestinian people rather than virtue signaling through BDS-affiliated proposals.” 

OPINION | 04/07/2022

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As the Alliance of Jewish Progressives, we support dissociation from Caterpillar

As the Alliance of Jewish Progressives, we support dissociation from Caterpillar

Chaya Holch and Zora Arum

“Our support for this referendum is motivated by our solidarity with Palestinians and our desire to encourage the University to discontinue its relationships with Caterpillar which makes us complicit in racist, settler-colonial violence.”

“Our support for this referendum is motivated by our solidarity with Palestinians and our desire to encourage the University to discontinue its relationships with Caterpillar which makes us complicit in racist, settler-colonial violence.” 

OPINION | 04/07/2022

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Why Princeton is no longer promoting its admission rate

Why Princeton is no longer promoting its admission rate

Karen Richardson

“There has been much discussion recently about the University’s decision to step back from promoting statistics about admitted students, including a Reactions column this week. As Dean of Admission, I want to provide additional information and context.”

“There has been much discussion recently about the University’s decision to step back from promoting statistics about admitted students, including a Reactions column this week. As Dean of Admission, I want to provide additional information and context.”

OPINION | 04/07/2022

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The case for lifting up instead of weeding out in Princeton’s pre-med classes

The case for lifting up instead of weeding out in Princeton’s pre-med classes

Lucia Wetherill

“In order to increase diversity in the medical field and allow students to pursue their passions, Princeton must begin to engage in a ‘lift-up’ culture rather than a ‘weed-out’ one.”

“In order to increase diversity in the medical field and allow students to pursue their passions, Princeton must begin to engage in a ‘lift-up’ culture rather than a ‘weed-out’ one.” 

OPINION | 04/06/2022

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Is the ‘Prince’ too negative?

Is the ‘Prince’ too negative?

Ashley Olenkiewicz

“Students at the ‘Prince’ are not critical of the University simply for the sake of being critical.”

“Students at the ‘Prince’ are not critical of the University simply for the sake of being critical.”

OPINION | 04/05/2022

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Why I’m campaigning for Princeton to stop using Caterpillar construction machinery

Why I’m campaigning for Princeton to stop using Caterpillar construction machinery

Eric Periman

“Princeton must send a message that companies like these have no place in our campus community.”

“Princeton must send a message that companies like these have no place in our campus community.”

OPINION | 04/05/2022

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Reactions: Princeton admits Class of 2026, won’t tell us acceptance rate

Reactions: Princeton admits Class of 2026, won’t tell us acceptance rate

Rohit Narayanan , Mohan Setty-Charity, and Abigail Rabieh

On Thursday, prospective members of Princeton’s Great Class of 2026 received their admissions decision. Nevertheless, the University has declined to release any statistics about accepted students. We asked columnists for their opinions on this unusual decision.

On Thursday, prospective members of Princeton’s Great Class of 2026 received their admissions decision. Nevertheless, the University has declined to release any statistics about accepted students. We asked columnists for their opinions on this unusual decision.

OPINION | 04/04/2022

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Caterpillar Referendum peddles the hate and bigotry of the global BDS movement

Caterpillar Referendum peddles the hate and bigotry of the global BDS movement

Jared Stone and Orli Epstein

“Instead of supporting a resolution that is rooted within a bigoted global movement, we ought to cultivate a Princeton campus where all students can safely cherish their identities and express their sentiments; where we collectively engage in a discourse free of hostility and intimidation; and where we sustain a positive environment for ourselves and future generations of Princeton students.”

“Instead of supporting a resolution that is rooted within a bigoted global movement, we ought to cultivate a Princeton campus where all students can safely cherish their identities and express their sentiments; where we collectively engage in a discourse free of hostility and intimidation; and where we sustain a positive environment for ourselves and future generations of Princeton students.” 

OPINION | 04/04/2022

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The subtext of headlines and the news we are fed

The subtext of headlines and the news we are fed

Ava Milberg

“Not only is it important for us to stay informed about current events, but how we discuss those events matters, too; the words we use craft a particular narrative and inherently put a spin on any story we tell."

“Not only is it important for us to stay informed about current events, but how we discuss those events matters, too; the words we use craft a particular narrative and inherently put a spin on any story we tell.”

OPINION | 04/03/2022

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We cannot master the clock

We cannot master the clock

Abigail Rabieh

“We need to stop pretending that if only we can master time, we can improve our lives.”

“We need to stop pretending that if only we can master time, we can improve our lives.”

OPINION | 03/31/2022

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Princeton in the service of fossil fuels

Princeton in the service of fossil fuels

Nate Howard

“At the Council of the Princeton University Community (CPUC) meeting on March 21, we were finally told how much of Princeton’s endowment is invested in fossil fuel companies. 1.7 billion dollars. Billion. 4.5 percent of the entire endowment.”

“At the Council of the Princeton University Community (CPUC) meeting on March 21, we were finally told how much of Princeton’s endowment is invested in fossil fuel companies. 1.7 billion dollars. Billion. 4.5 percent of the entire endowment.”

OPINION | 03/30/2022

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Letter to the Editor: Betting your future on ‘impact’ neglects inherent uncertainty

Letter to the Editor: Betting your future on ‘impact’ neglects inherent uncertainty

Daniel Viorica

“I think it would be simpler — and more straightforward — to try to be happy, because you cannot know how your actions will affect other people. You cannot know if something you put into the world will be positive or negative. You can try, you can do your best, but you can never know for sure.”

“I think it would be simpler — and more straightforward — to try to be happy, because you cannot know how your actions will affect other people. You cannot know if something you put into the world will be positive or negative. You can try, you can do your best, but you can never know for sure.”

OPINION | 03/30/2022

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Letter to the Editor: Room Draw changes reflect time of transition on campus

Letter to the Editor: Room Draw changes reflect time of transition on campus

Dorian Johnson

“This year’s changes mark the beginning of a multi-year transition period that will culminate with the fall 2026 opening of Hobson College as the University’s eighth residential college.”

“This year’s changes mark the beginning of a multi-year transition period that will culminate with the fall 2026 opening of Hobson College as the University’s eighth residential college.”

OPINION | 03/30/2022

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Exoticism, misrepresentation, and Native Hawaiian culture: The problems with ‘Gilligan’s Island’ and ‘Hawaiian’ themes

Exoticism, misrepresentation, and Native Hawaiian culture: The problems with ‘Gilligan’s Island’ and ‘Hawaiian’ themes

Gisele Bisch

“Although Native Hawaiian culture being used for ‘party’ spectacles has been heavily normalized, this doesn’t make it acceptable.”

“Although Native Hawaiian culture being used for ‘party’ spectacles has been heavily normalized, this doesn’t make it acceptable.”

OPINION | 03/29/2022

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The case against following your passion

The case against following your passion

Rohit Narayanan

“People should not choose fields that make them miserable: that would make for a painful college experience followed by an unimpressive career. But there’s no moral obligation to choose to pursue the field that you love the absolute most in school for the rest of your life either.”

“People should not choose fields that make them miserable: that would make for a painful college experience followed by an unimpressive career. But there’s no moral obligation to choose to pursue the field that you love the absolute most in school for the rest of your life either.”

OPINION | 03/29/2022

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A Higher Patriotism: A former Princeton President's call to action still provides clarity today

A Higher Patriotism: A former Princeton President's call to action still provides clarity today

David Piegaro

“America is sorely divided and this reflects real differences in our politics. Still, Americans everywhere ought to take to heart President Lincoln’s words: ‘We must not be enemies.' We as Princeton students should try especially hard to put those words into action as many of us will go on to claim elite positions in the American society that enable us to create a real difference.” 

“America is sorely divided and this reflects real differences in our politics. Still, Americans everywhere ought to take to heart President Lincoln’s words: ‘We must not be enemies.’ We as Princeton students should try especially hard to put those words into action as many of us will go on to claim elite positions in the American society that enable us to create a real difference.”

OPINION | 03/28/2022

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In the name of academic exploration: Why Princeton needs a pass/fail first-year fall semester

In the name of academic exploration: Why Princeton needs a pass/fail first-year fall semester

Ndeye Thioubou

“In their first months at the University, Princeton first-years should not avoid taking certain classes out of a fear of not being able to do well enough in terms of their grades.”

“In their first months at the University, Princeton first-years should not avoid taking certain classes out of a fear of not being able to do well enough in terms of their grades.”

OPINION | 03/27/2022

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