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COVID-19

U. inadvertently releases unfinalized plans Policy information under development Mercer County patient on U. site was accidentally made viewable tests negative; Columbia, No cases of coronavirus confirmed on campus Stanford classes go online

By Sam Kagan assistant news editor

A potential case of COVID-19 in Mercer County has tested negative, according to state health officials. Of the four cases that underwent testing this weekend, two patients tested positive, bringing the total number of cases in New Jersey to six, as of March 8.

“A team of experienced professionals from across the University” are moni-

toring the situation closely, according to a previous statement issued by Deputy University Spokesperson Mike Hotchkiss to The Daily Princetonian.

“The emergence of COVID-19 cases in our state is not a surprise but serves as a reminder of the importance of our preparations,” he wrote.

According to Planet Princeton, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has not yet See MERCER page 3

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The since-removed webpage recommended “social distancing” measures.

By Zachary Shevin head news editor

Late Sunday night into Monday morning, a University web page addressing the COVID-19 outbreak sparked confusion across campus. A University spokesperson confirmed to The Daily Princetonian that the information on this page was revealed inadvertently.

“We have been developing a new website to keep the University community informed on policies, guidance, and best practices to ensure everyone’s health and safety during this evolving situation,” Deputy University Spokesperson Michael Hotchkiss wrote in a 1:08 a.m. statement to the ‘Prince.’

“Policy information under development was inadvertently made viewable to the public,” he added. “We will share any and all new policies and guidance as soon as they are finalized.”

The current iteration of the website — as of 2 a.m. — does not recommend the cancellation of any events.

After 11:30 p.m., a webpage on the University domain titled “COVID-19: Coronavirus Information” was updated to indicate that “undergraduate and graduate lectures and seminars” would “move to an online format” beginning March 23 and extending until April 5, “and possibly beyond.”

The page also recommended

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“social distancing” measures, including postponing or canceling events with over 100 people and limiting attendance at athletic events to less than one-third of the venues’ official capacities.

The posted information stated that the University “prohibi ted” University-sponsored international travel and “urge[d] extreme caution and judgement for personal domestic travel.” It also stated that “University-sponsored domestic air travel is prohibited, unless absolutely necessary.”

Though this briefly-active page mentioned online classSee WEBSITE page 2

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STUDENT LIFE

Women’s hockey wins Three seniors named finalists for first ever ECAC title Young Alumni Trustee position

By Zack Shevin

head news editor

After 10 days of voting, the Class of 2020 elected three finalists for the position of Young Alumni Trustee (YAT). Chelsie Alexandre ’20, Jackson Artis ’20, and Nathan Poland ’20 will appear on the ballot

in April.

Each spring, one member of the graduating class is elected to serve a fouryear term on the University’s Board of Trustees.

This year, 28 students vied for the position. Online voting for members of the senior class took place from Feb. 25 to March 5. Al-

exandre, Artis, and Poland were named finalists on Thursday, March 5, after receiving more votes than the other 25 candidates.

One of these three candidates will serve alongside Sarah Varghese ’19, Myesha Jemison ’18, Achille Tenkiang ’17, and Azza Cohen ’16, See TRUSTEE page 2

IN TOWN

Women’s ice hockey celebrates with the trophy after beating Cornell in overtime Sunday, 3–2.

By Owen Tedford and Chris Murphy senior sports writer and editor-in-chief emeritus

Princeton was facing overtime for the third time in four games. In a tense back and forth fight, it looked like it may take awhile to see who would land the final blow. The Tigers had other plans; they landed their sucker punch less than a minute into the overtime period, and after the officials confirmed the goal, knocked out the nation’s best team and put the rest of their opponents on notice.

If you didn’t already think it, these Tigers are for real.

No. 6 women’s hockey team

(26–6–1, 17–4–1 ECAC) defeated No. 1 Cornell (28–2–3, 19–0–3) on Sunday 3–2 in overtime to win the program’s first ECAC title and give the Big Red their first loss to an ECAC opponent this season. This victory also secured an automatic bid to the NCAA tournament where they will face Northeastern in the first round next weekend.

Sophomore defender Mariah Keopple scored the winning goal with assists from junior forwards Shannon Griffin and Sharon Frankel.

Princeton reached the ECAC final after defeating No. 7 Clarkson (25–6–6, 14–4–4) on Saturday afternoon in Ithaca See HOCKEY page 6

Freda begins candidacy for mayor; three announce for town council

By Alen Palic contributor

As of March 8, four Democrats have declared their candidacies for Princeton’s municipal primary election, which will be held on June 2.

Among the candidates competing for the two open seats on the town council are incumbent council members David Cohen and Leticia Fraga, along with newcomer Dina Shaw.

Mark Freda is currently the sole candidate running for mayor to succeed Mayor Liz Lempert, who has decided not to run for a third term.

The Daily Princetonian reached out to the candidates to gain a gen-

eral sense of their background, prior experiences, and plans for the town of Princeton.

Mark Freda A newcomer to the ballot, Mark Freda is currently running unopposed for the position of Mayor of Princeton.

Born and raised in Princeton, Freda stated that he feels rooted in the town and community and that he believes this is the perfect next step in serving it.

Freda has held elected positions on local government boards, has volunteered for the fire department since 1974, and has been serving as President of the Princeton First Aid and Rescue Squad for the past two years.

“It is difficult for most people

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Today on Campus

Senior columnist Leora Eisenberg urges students to avoid being bogged down in negativity, and Princeton Black Undergraduate Leadership speak out in support of Marshawn Lynch as Class Day speaker. PAGE 5

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to match my record of civic and voluntary involvement in town,” Freda said.

Freda said he wants to address the necessity to make local government more open and transparent as mayor. He said he believes in fully engaging with the public.

“Change will always happen; we need to be a part of that change,” Freda said.

David Cohen Serving as the current Council President, David Cohen expressed that he is eager for the opportunity to be reelected to represent the town of Princeton for another term.

After obtaining a B.A. in Social Studies from Harvard University and his Masters of Architecture

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Poland: There’s no Young Alumni Trustee Revised webpage: classes without the black student movement are being held as usual WEBSITE Continued from page 1

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PHOTOS COURTESY OF POLAND, ARTIS, AND ALEXANDRE

Nathan Poland ’20 (left), Jackson Artis (middle), and Chelsie Alexandre ’20 (right).

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es, it did not recommend any alterations to the midterm exam schedule. “Classes and midterms are scheduled as normal the week of March 9, with social distancing protocols in place,� it read.

Additionally, this iteration of the site recommended that students requiring self-isolation “go home if they can travel safely,� and would relocate individuals unable to return home to “a safe place for quarantine or isolation on or near campus and provide support.�

As of 2 a.m., the webpage had been dramatically altered.

It currently reads as follows: “Classes are being held as usual, and the University has not recommended that events be cancelled. We continue to closely monitor this evolving global health situation and make decisions based on the guidance of local, state and federal health authorities.�

As opposed to the previously noted prohibition on travel, the site now “strongly encourage[s]� students, faculty, and staff to postpone or cancel international travel.

As of 2 a.m., the site does not mention “social distancing� or any prevention measures aside from “frequent hand washing and avoiding touching face with unwashed hand� — “measures are similar to those utilized against the common cold and flu.�

There are currently no confirmed cases of coronavirus in Mercer County, after a potential case tested negative, according to state health officials.

As of early Monday morning, The New York Times had reported, “[t]he coronavirus outbreak has sickened more than 109,900 people.� That number includes 545 con-

firmed cases in the United States which have led to 22 deaths.

The state of New Jersey has confirmed six cases of the illness and has not witnessed any fatalities as a consequence of COVID-19.

In response to the outbreak, California, New York, Washington, Florida, Kentucky, Utah, Maryland, and Oregon have declared states of emergency. New Jersey has not declared a state of emergency.

At present, a number of the University’s peer institutions have shifted towards digital class.

On Friday, Stanford Provost Persis Drell announced in an email to the Stanford community that classes will not be meeting for the final two weeks of the winter quarter, as classes will be moved online “to the extent feasible.�

Additionally, in an email on Sunday evening, Columbia University President Lee Bollinger announced that the school will suspend classes on Monday and Tuesday “to prepare to shift to remote classes for the remainder of that week.�

These statements came after a faculty member in the Stanford School of Medicine tested positive for coronavirus, two Stanford undergraduates were placed in self-isolation, and “a member of [the Columbia] community [was] ‌ quarantined as a result of exposure to the coronavirus.â€?

Both the current and brieflyactive versions of the website explained that there are currently no confirmed cases of COVID-19 at the University. “University Health Services is prepared to support students who are ill,� the University-domain site read as of 2 a.m.

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On why he ran, Artis said Jersey Governor Phil MurAlexandre said she often he has had a very positive phy, basketball coach and gets asked about how she experience at the Universiexecutive Craig Robinson became interested in Ko- ty through the friendships ’83, former N.J. Senate can- rean public affairs. he has made and extracurdidate Robert Hugin ’76, “I think it was mostly due ricular activities he has Microsoft President Brad to the high school I went to participated in. He knows Smith ’81, and sitting Reps. — I went to a predominant- many students, however, Terri Sewell ’86 and Derek ly white and Asian high for whom this is not the Kilmer ’96. school — so there weren’t case.

In an interview with The many people that looked “This University, in a lot Caitlin Limestahl, Rooya RaDaily Princetonian, Artis like me from the get-go,� of areas, does not do all it hin, Sam Kagan, Allan Shen, and referred to the general elec- she said. can to cater to all the popuEvelyn Doskoch contributed retion choice as a “win, win, When she arrived on lations it’s trying to bring win situation.� campus, Alexandre said in, in terms of changing “All three of us, when we she was “immediately the general demographics ican studies concentrator ciples that I’ve absorbed found out, we were just ex- drawn to AASA.� She ini- — to sort of help them ac- from Rockville, M.D., is from my fellow students cited,� he added. “I remem- tially became involved out climate,� he said. “I’ve had a involved with the Univer- about what’s important to ber distinctly saying, ‘No of curiosity, but said she really enjoyable time here, sity’s Mock Trial Team, the them — what’s important matter what happens, I’ll has learned a lot from the [...] but I know many people Petey Greene In-Prison Tu- to workers, what’s imporbe happy with who gets it.’ organization. who don’t feel that way at toring Program, and Stu- tant to faculty, what’s im[Alexandre and Poland are] Specifically, she pointed all. It’d be really irresponsi- dents for Prison Education portant to staff — and I get two people who I think are to affirmative action as ble and selfish of me to take and Reform (SPEAR). He is to take that into whatever really powerful presences one area in which AASA this opportunity, graduate, also a RCA in Rockefeller conversations I have and and forces around campus introduced her to new and and move on, and do noth- College. set what the standard is for and people who I know will different points of view, ing to help fix things for He participated in last the school.� represent a wide range of especially because African people who have had those spring’s Title IX reform Though the YAT position voices really well.�

American and Asian Amer- experiences.� protests, as well as the Ban carries weight, Poland said Poland emphasized the ican students are often conA private high-school the Box campaign, which it does not necessarily seem symbolic importance of strued to hold widely diver- graduate, Artis said he aims to remove the convic- like the place for advocacy. having three black YAT fi- gent views on the policy. came in with an advan- tion-status question from “It’s a deliberative body. nalists, given the position’s “Having those two per- tage when it came to accli- the University’s applica- The way that I’ve been talkhistorical connection to spectives on that kind of mating to the University, tion. ing about it is — it’s not black student activism. contentious issue — I find knowing how to navigate In October, he co-wrote Congress, it’s the Supreme The creation of the YAT that very important,� she certain University-specific a piece in the ‘Prince’ con- Court,� he said. “Things aprole coincided with a pe- said. experiences. As a Rock- demning “Double Sights,� proach the Board of Trustriod of heightened activIn a previous statement efeller College RCA, he an installation that at- ees, and they deliberate as ism on college campuses, to the ‘Prince,’ she de- has sought to help other tempts to acknowledge the a body and make a decision shortly after the assassina- scribed herself as “someone students acclimate, but he complex legacy of former [...] rather than being an tion of Martin Luther King, who has managed to enter says he believes he could do University president and active force necessarily in Jr. and during the height into spaces where I don’t more as a Trustee.

U.S. President Woodrow policy-making on the dayof the Vietnam War. In the look like everyone and “I definitely have a re- Wilson, Class of 1879. to-day level.� same year that he helped completely immerse myself sponsibility to do anything “Advocating for inclusivLike his fellow candilead the Association of in the relationships.�

I can to help students who ity and justice through ac- dates, Poland said he was Black Collegians’ historic Alexandre emphasized may have similar identities tivism at Princeton has giv- grateful to the seniors who occupation of New South, her wide-ranging experi- to me, or different identi- en me a unique perspective allowed him to advance University Trustee Brent ences. ties to me, navigate these on our university’s history, into the final round of votHenry ’69 became one of “You kind of want to rep- spaces that may be com- a practical knowledge on ing. the University’s first YATs. resent the interests of the pletely foreign to them,� where we stand now, and “I’m just really proud for “There is no Young Alum- student body, which is hard Artis said. “But I think I profound hope for where the possibility to repreni Trustee without the to do if you’re not involved owe it to those students to we can go,� he wrote in a sent my community on the black student movement in literally every club and not make all the work be previous statement. board in this capacity,� Poon Princeton’s campus and major here,� she said. “But their own.�

Though not delving into land added. “And, to both campuses all across the I felt like my experiences, Artis believes the Uni- specific policy issues, as honor and respect the tracountry,� Poland said. “It’s either in AASA or in my versity could be doing more YAT candidates are not per- ditions that Princeton has almost like a full-circle dance groups, or in PNKR of that “acclimating work.� mitted to campaign in any set in place, but to create moment.� — that experience of being As a Trustee, rather than capacity, Poland did speak new ones that make Princ“It really does speak to in rooms and conversations “trying to teach people to pivoting from an activist eton live up to everything the direction of the Univer- about things I might not be how to avoid roadblocks,� role to that of a decision- it could be.� sity,� Alexandre added — a well-versed in at first, but Artis said he would want maker.

Members of the classes theme echoed by all three still being a part of those to “do the work to prevent “I can’t say I can continue of 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021 candidates.đ&#x;“ˇ communities — would help those roadblocks from be- to lobby,â€? he said. “But I will be eligible to vote in Alexandre is a politics me in this kind of role.â€? ing there at all.â€?đ&#x;“ˇ think I get to carry with me the general election online concentrator from RoseArtis is a mechanical and Poland, an African Amer- some of the values and prin- from April 28 to May 20.

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Monday March 9, 2020

USG confirms Movies Committee members

By Caitlin Limestahl assistant news editor

In its March 8 meeting, the Undergraduate Student Government (USG) confirmed five members to its Movies Committee and further discussed its Ideas Incubator. The Senate also heard budget updates from Treasurer Rachel Hazan ’21.

Students Addele Hargenrader ’23, Melina Huang ’23, Kevin Huang ’23, Andre Radensky ’21, and Cheyenne Zhang ’22 were approved to the Movies Committee, the group that organizes the free, weekly USG-sponsored movies shown at the Garden Theatre.

USG Vice President Andres Larrieu ’22 and U-

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Councilor Allen Liu ’22 further elaborated on the Ideas Incubator that was introduced at last week’s meeting. They presented the Senate with a number of prominent contacts within the University who will assist students throughout the processes of introducing their idea for campus change.

Sustainability Chair Claire Wayner ’22 presented an updated version of her Sustainability Charter that was reviewed at last week’s meeting, and the Senate voted to pass it.

At the end of the meeting, Hazan presented the Senate with a budget report, and the Senate voted to allocate an extra $1,000 to the Spring Lawnparties budget.

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USG President Chitra Parikh ’21 presents at the March 8 meeting.

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from the University of Virginia, Cohen has lived in Princeton for the past 33 years. He stated that he fell in love with Princeton and immediately found his passion for public service through his volunteering efforts.

According to Cohen, his inspiration for running for office was initially found at the Washington Women’s March.

“It was so inspiring. One of the lessons was if you want things to change, you run for office,” he said.

Using his background in architecture to his advantage, Cohen has made considerable strides for the town in regards to advancing sustainability and creating plans for affordable housing to attract future generations to Princeton.

He feels that housing is an outlet to promote another aspect of Princeton he would love to see grow stronger — diversity. Cohen says he places great significance on a diverse population as he firmly believes in the Jewish proverb, “he who is wise learns from everyone.”

Cohen shared his hopes to, if reelected, use his next term to preserve Princeton’s community and environment. For Cohen, it would be an effort to help the town become the very best it can be and continue heading in a positive direction.

Leticia Fraga After accomplishments during her first term with affordable housing, gender, immigrant equality, and emergency response plan development, Leticia Fraga — Princeton’s first Latinx Town Councilor — feels the need to run for another term.

“I can still contribute to strengthening our quality of life and meeting our community’s many challenges head-on,” she said.

Fraga was one of eight children born to a family in Mexicali, Mexico, where she lived for 12 years before moving to Seattle, Wash. and eventually Princeton in 1999.

While in Seattle, Fraga served as a Civil Rights Specialist and served on the Civil Rights Commission. In Princeton, she served as the Chair of the Princeton Civil Rights Commission, the Chair of the Board of Trustees of the Latin American Legal Defense and Education Fund (LALDEF), Vice-Chair of Princeton Human Services Commission, and a board member of the Princeton YWCA. Fraga says that her passion for providing equality for underrepresented populations pushed her to run for office and this perfectly aligns with the progressive values set forth by the town of Princeton.

She noted that, in working with a community as diverse as Princeton’s, her background as a firstgeneration immigrant has provided her with many meaningful

experiences.

Having fought for better opportunities throughout her life, she noted that this background will be useful as she works to do the same for Princeton residents.

Given the opportunity of another term, Fraga hopes to use her training through the National Association of Latino Elected Officials (NALEO), as well as her skills and experiences from her previous term, to continue addressing the needs of those who are underserved in the Princeton community through the emphasis of affordable housing and accessible healthcare.

Fraga said she believes the future for Princeton is beaming with amazing opportunities. She said that its growth and improvement as a town has no limits.

“I envision a Princeton where we all have the opportunity to thrive — a Princeton that is the top choice for raising a family, attending school, starting a business, and enjoying retirement,” she said.

Dina Shaw Although this will be her first town council race, Dina Shaw said that her background in the Princeton school system and experience in creating her own business has left her more than well-equipped to serve her town.

In the past 17 years that she has lived in Princeton, Shaw raised a family and started her own business, Code Tech Corporation. Although not a native of the town, she said she believes there is no other place she would rather live.

According to Shaw, for as long as she could remember, she was always a go-getter — never able to sit still. She said she has always wanted to use her resources to improve the lives of others. She recounted, among her many accomplishments, revamping the parent-teacher communication system at her children’s school to become more technologically conscious.

“Life is not a spectator sport, so you better join in,” Shaw said.

Shaw stated that this challenge motivated her to formulate her “big tent” approach that welcomes all community members to participate in the democratic process, regardless of their backgrounds. She noted that comprehensive communication and transparency within local government are crucial to effectively addressing the concerns of Princeton residents.

Shaw expressed hope that Princeton will grow and become a more vibrant community. She emphasized developing the town, in a way more meaningful than installing candy stores and restaurants.

“Let’s make it a destination!” she said.

Democratic party individuals have until March 30 to file a petition to appear on the primary election ballot for mayor and town council, and independent candidates have until June 2 to file their petitions.

COURTESY OF CENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL

There are six suspected cases of COVID-19 in New Jersey, with patients awaiting CDC testing.

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“officially confirmed any of the positive tests in New Jersey,” noting instead that “[s]tate officials refer to the New Jersey cases as ‘presumed positive.’”

Around the University, convenience stores are seeing depleted supplies of certain health-related items as a consequence of the virus’s increasing threat.

Employees of both the CVS at 100 Nassau St. and the Wawa at 152 Alexander St. confirmed that the stores do not currently have any face masks or hand sanitizer in stock, despite usually carrying both products. An employee of the University Store at 36 University Pl. noted that, while it does not sell facemasks, the establishment has sold out of Purell Hand Sanitizer.

On Saturday, Hotchkiss noted in a statement to the ‘Prince’ that staff including but not limited to individuals from University Health Services, the Office of International Programs, Public Safety, Campus Dining, Housing & Real Estate Services, Facilities, and the Office of Communications are working “through the weekend, taking steps that range from enhanced cleaning of commonly touched surfaces, to supporting students abroad, to preparing resources for online instruction, if needed.”

A number of the University’s peer institutions have begun reacting to the outbreak.

“We will continue to monitor the situation and will make policy changes as necessary,” Hotchkiss noted in a statement to the ‘Prince.’

In an email on Sunday evening, Columbia University President Lee Bollinger announced that the school will suspend classes on Monday and Tuesday “to prepare to shift to remote classes for the

remainder of that week.”

Bollinger announced the decision after “a member of [the Columbia] community [was] ... quarantined as a result of exposure to the coronavirus (COVID-19)...”

Though classes will be online, “the decision … does not mean that the University is shutting down,” wrote Bollinger.

“All non-classroom activities … will continue in accordance with the new travel and events restrictions announced recently.

At this point, just to restate what is important to know, we do not have a confirmed case of the virus on campus.”

“If anything, I feel like it’s over-cautious but I guess that’s better than being under-cautious,” said Zuri Mabrey-Wakefield, a first-year student at Barnard College. “Beyond classes there’s not much that’s cancelled or changed in campus life.”

Mabrey-Wakefield further described the sentiment on campus as “a little weird.”

“We just got the email a couple of minutes ago,” she said. “A lot of people were heard on the phone with their parents and loved ones, but then I think that gave way to kind of a levity and a joking mood almost.

There immediately were jokes going around about how there [was] a mass exodus staged at the library when the email came out.”

On Saturday, The Stanford Daily reported that Stanford University cancelled “all in-person class meetings for the last two weeks of winter quarter.”

The announcement shortly followed a notice that a faculty member in the Stanford School of Medicine had tested positive for coronavirus. While the school is now conducting all classes online, sources noted to the ‘Prince’ that each professor will be given discretion with regard to the manner in which they continue work.

“I can’t think of anything

else they could do better,” said Brendan McLaughlin, a first-year student at Stanford.

Stanford Provost Persis Drell announced in an email on Friday that “Stanford has two undergraduate students in selfisolation after possible exposure to COVID-19.”

“It would be very difficult to control the spread of the virus on campus and, since there are concerns that it is present in the student body, I think it makes sense to let people leave if they want to,” said Jenna Mansueto, a firstyear student at Stanford.

Mansueto further noted that the notice of the undergraduates in self isolation, in combination with the knowledge that classes are going to be conducted online, prompted a number of students to leave swiftly.

“A lot of people have left already,” she explained.

“Some people left within hours of getting the email.

It seems like some people are moving out, not just taking stuff for three weeks. I saw people taking their [digital] monitors out of their rooms. It looks like they’re not going to be back for a long time.”

According to The New York Times, as of Sunday evening, “the coronavirus outbreak has sickened more than 109,800 people,” including at least 544 confirmed cases, and 22 deaths, in the United States.

Washington leads the nation with 141 confirmed cases while California and New York, home to Stanford and Columbia respectively, follow with 111 and 106. One person in California has died from the virus, while New York has not seen any deaths.

In response to the outbreak, California, New York, Washington, Florida, Kentucky, Utah, Maryland, and Oregon have declared states of emergency.

As of Sunday evening, New Jersey has not declared a state of emergen-

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Leora and the no good, horrible, terrible, very bad day Leora Eisenberg

Senior Columnist

As I write this, I am in the midst of a really bad day — or what is, at least, looking to be one. I tripped on a rock and got dirt on my white pants. I cannot quite bring myself to write the paper weighing on my soul. After two months and two interviews, I still don’t know if I’ve landed my summer job yet. I don’t feel very good. I cried in front of a professor. And worst of all, these events seem to have colluded in making my mood as bad as can be; I have no desire to be sociable, pleasant, or nice to the people around me.

This, however, is exactly the problem. We’re at Princeton — we are experts in having bad days.

Any number of things can make our days go south, especially for such highachieving people. A bad test grade can seem like the end of the world and a rejection from a summer

program, fellowship, or job can seem like the end of a career. The pressure to perform is so high that not being our best can really drag us down.

Oftentimes, “lapses” in our high performance are attributable to us and our behavior: we didn’t study as much as we should have for a test, or we didn’t wear professional enough clothing to an interview.

But much of what constitutes our “bad days” often has nothing to do with us: I didn’t exactly foretell slipping on a rock on my way to class. I don’t know why I’m not feeling well.

And at this particular moment, I cannot fathom why everything seems as if it’s conspiring against me — when I know perfectly well that it’s not. I can’t control these things, as much as I’d like to — and most of us can’t control many of things that bother us, as much as we tell ourselves we can. Even in cases where we are responsible for the end result (i.e. on a test or

at an interview), the person evaluating you holds just as much weight in the final decision. A harsh grader or snide interviewer — and not you! — might be the reason for what you perceive to be failure. The fact is that we’re human, and sometimes things are truly beyond our control.

I wish I could remember that more often. Like many other Princeton students, I have a tendency to get bogged down in negativity as soon as there’s a hint of my day not going the way I want it to. But, in some cases, there’s really nothing I can do. Sure, I can roll up my sleeves and get to work on my paper or I can get OxiClean and scrub the dirt off my pants, but I can’t cure whatever it is that’s making me feel sick today. Awareness of that forces me to step back for a moment and wonder: if I can’t fix this, should I spend my time and energy getting upset about it?

The answer is probably no, but I often still

get upset. I’m human; I have emotions, and I get sad, or angry, or annoyed, or mad. But in those moments, a better use of my time would be spending the time that I would otherwise spend sulking — or something — fixing the problems that I can control, and leaving the rest to sort itself out. I have no power over it, anyway.

Our time on campus is limited, as is our energy.

Each one of us has a tremendous amount of skills, talent, and potential — which are all best used when furthering our goals.

The moments of frustration (which, in reality, can extend far beyond just moments) at things over which we have no inf luence can really eat up our day, which we could otherwise spend working toward our and accomplishing our goals.

Leora Eisenberg is a senior from Eagan, Minn. She can be reached at leorae@princeton. edu.

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he few voices that were upset at the decision to bring Marshawn Lynch to speak for Class Day are not representative of all of Princeton campus, but they do succeed in reinforcing elitist stereotypes and cynical exclusivism.

In fact, most people, including the Black community, studentathletes, and first-generation low-income students, are excited about the decision to have Lynch speak on Princeton’s campus. While some hold the opinion that he should not have been chosen, we want to make it clear that Lynch will add incredible value to Class Day and that we are grateful to Lynch for agreeing to take part in the ceremony. Not only does Lynch exemplify accomplishment, leadership, and dedication, but he also embodies the values that Princeton holds dear — those

of achievement and service to humanity.

Any claim that one must have some affiliation to the University to merit speaking here is invalid. There have been plenty of Class Day speakers in the past with no connection to Princeton, such as Steve Carell, Chevy Chase, and Christopher Nolan. There was no uproar or call for the changing of the selection process when these people were elected as Class Day speakers, possibly because they fit the idea of what some think is “appropriate” for Princeton University. Rather than raise our noses, we should take this as an opportunity to learn from someone who has inspired countless individuals and has done so much good for communities across the nation.

Not only does Lynch’s success on and off the field qualify him as a speaker, but he also has the ability to represent many people who too often feel as though their existence is overlooked on

this campus. As Lynch refuses to be anything but his most authentic self in every environment, many students feel empowered by the selection made by the Class Day representatives and are inspired to maintain their whole selves in all adverse environments.

This entire conversation surrounding the welcoming of Marshawn Lynch to Princeton’s campus is about much more than a speech. The situation is racially and socioeconomically charged, as the complaints of the process have only just arisen. Although the negative sentiments directed towards Lynch are shared by a minority, the underlying “shut up and dribble” commentary is conspicuous. These themes do not, however, reflect the values held by the majority of the University.

In rebuffing Lynch, what is doubly shameful is that the open letter, which failed to make a viable argument about the selection process for

a speaker, has instead opened to debate the intrinsic value and benefit of certain perspectives on this campus, namely the perspectives of Black, lowincome, and/or first-generation college students as well as student-athletes. Moreover, it has reanimated Princeton’s reputation of elitism, entitlement, and exclusivity. To direct ourselves away from this narrative and move forward as a community, we must close any narrowly construed debate on belonging and avoid engaging in any superfluous vindication of credentials. At the very least, this situation might allow the Princeton community to think deeply about what sits atop our university’s value system and whether those values encourage us to maintain the most just, equitable, and inclusive campus possible.

Sincerely, Princeton Black Undergraduate Leadership

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Jonathan Ort ’21

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5–1. The Tigers jumped out to a 4–0 lead on top of the Golden Knights behind a threegoal second period. First-year defender Solveig Neunzert scored first for Princeton on a shot from the blue line that found its way home. Griffin scored next to double the Tiger lead, and then sophomore forward Sarah Fillier jumped in on the scoring next, taking the Princeton lead to 3–0. Then, less than a minute later, before most Tiger fans had a chance to finish celebrating Fillier’s goal, first-year defender Kate Monihan scored to extend the Princeton lead to four. After a grinding 12-round fight the week before, the Tigers came out swinging and knocked Clarkson to the ground before they even knew what hit them.

Clarkson would hit back to break up senior goalie Stephanie Neatby’s shutout with less than four minutes left in the third period, but it was too late.

To finish, sophomore forward Maggie Connors tacked on an empty-net goal for Princeton and forced the Golden Knights to put their goalie back in the net. This win put the Tigers in their first ECAC final in program history, after failing in their previous seven semifinal appearances.

Heading into Sunday’s game, the Tigers, with an atlarge bid likely secured for the NCAA tournament were hun-

gry for more: their first ECAC title. Unfortunately, the game could not have started much worse in an unfriendly environment, with the Big Red’s first two shots getting in the goal putting Princeton down 2–0. This time, it looked like the Tigers would be knocked out cold.

Neatby and the rest of the team never doubted themselves, and responded like a team who has been on a long journey to this point. Princeton’s first goal came at the four-minute mark in the second period when a pass from Connors found Fillier crashing towards the net where she buried the puck to cut the Cornell lead in half. Then, in the last two minutes of the second period, senior forward Carly Bullock found a loose puck in front of the Big Red net and with a backhand flipped it over Cornell’s goalie to tie the game.

A once-raucous Cornell crowd was stunned, and desperately trying to will their team back into the lead.

Then, after a tense, scoreless third, the Tigers found themselves in overtime yet again.

The question facing the Tigers would be whether the experience of being here before or the fatigue of playing extra minutes would win out. They gave fans the answer pretty quickly; with a face-off in the offensive zone, Frankel won the face-off to Griffin, who passed crossice to Keopple who fired a shot on net that got tipped and flipped over the Cornell goalie

to win the game for Princeton.

The Tigers stormed the ice as gloves, sticks, and helmets were everywhere when the celebration began. Officials went to the booth to review the call to make sure there was no high stick, but the Big Red fans headed for the exits, knowing their team’s fate was sealed.

When the officials returned to the ice to confirm the goal, the Tigers celebrated all over again, hoisting the trophy that to this point eluded them.

Bullock, Fillier, and senior defender Claire Thompson were named to the all-tournament team and Fillier won Most Outstanding Player for

the tournament. Neatby meanwhile, started both games this weekend and gave up five goals on 63 shots, good enough for a .920 save percentage. The Tigers as a team meanwhile, extracted revenge against this year’s Ivy League and ECAC regular season champion; the victory serves as a culmination of this season’s efforts, and furthers the image of Princeton as a national powerhouse in the sport.

With the ECAC Championship checked off, up next for Princeton is a trip to Boston for the NCAA Quarterfinals against No. 4 Northeastern (32–4–2, 24–3–0 Hockey East),

with a chance to claim their first NCAA win in program history. The Huskies beat the University of Connecticut to win the Hockey East automatic qualifying bid 9–1 on Sunday and secure their place in the NCAA tournament. That game will be played at 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 14 in Matthews Arena.

Tonight is a chance for the Tigers to relish in the victory.

They of course celebrated with some “sweep scream” from a nearby ice cream parlor, as they do after every road weekend sweep. Tomorrow, they get back to work; this season’s story is far from over.

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Women’s ice hockey poses with the ECAC trophy after winning their first ECAC championship.

Weekend Review

Players of the Week

Women’s basketball at Columbia, Cornell: W 77–52, W 69–50 No. 17 women’s basketball finished their Ivy League play with an undefeated conference record. The Tigers faced Columbia on Friday, defeating them 77–52. Junior Carlie Littlefield contributed 23 points during the game with her final bucket of the first half giving her 1,000 total career points. She is the 26th Princeton player to reach this milestone. Senior captain Bella Alarie had a free throw in the fourth quarter, with roughly 8:30 left in the game, that gave her 1,684 points, the most in Princeton women’s basketball history.

The first half ended with the Tigers up 31–22. The Tigers held on to their lead for all of the third quarter and had a 55–39 lead heading into the fourth quarter. The fourth started with a 10–0 run from the Tigers, putting Columbia at a 24-point deficit. Saturday brought the final game of Ivy League conference play for the Tigers. Princeton defeated Cornell 69–50 to extend their winning streak to 22 games. They currently hold the second-longest winning streak in the NCAA. Alarie contributed 17 points to the game while Littlefield added 11. The Tigers finished with a 19-point lead. All but one of the wins from the Tigers this season came by at least 10 points.

Princeton defeated Cornell 3–2 this weekend to secure their first ECAC championship title in program history.

The two goals from the Big Red came within the first three minutes but after that, senior goalie Stephanie Neatby made 31 saves to secure the victory.

Men’s Basketball vs. Columbia, Cornell: W 81–58, L 82–85 Princeton men’s basketball defeated Columbia University on Friday. Throughout the game, Princeton scored a season-high 15 three-pointers and five players scored in double digits. Sophomore Jaelin Llewellyn scored 12 points, sophomore Drew Friberg scored 11 points, and senior Richmond Aririguzoh, senior Jose Morales, and first-year Ryan Langborg finished with 10 points. The Tigers finished strong, with a final score of 81–58. The Tigers went on to suffer a 85–82 loss to Cornell University on Saturday, following a ceremony honoring Princeton’s senior players Richmond Aririguzoh, Jose Morales, and Will Gladson. Princeton held onto the lead going into halftime, but Cornell remained close behind. In the second half, Cornell pulled ahead and secured their win. Nevertheless, Princeton sophomore Jaelin Llewellyn scored a career-high 30 points. The Tigers will play in the Ivy League Tournament this weekend in Cambridge, Mass.

Men’s Volleyball vs. NJIT: L 0–3 No. 11 Princeton men’s volleyball team fell to the New Jersey Institute of Technology in a quick three sets on Friday. The Tigers started the first set strong, taking a 7–6 lead against the NJIT Highlanders. A kill from first-year Alexander Mrkalj tied the score at 15-all to begin the point-for-point battle between the two teams.

Princeton had the set point twice in the first set but fell 30–28 to the Highlanders. The second set started with NJIT gaining a quick 6–2 advantage over Princeton before the Tigers came back to trim their lead to only two points. NJIT quickly took a 9-point lead with set point at 24–15 before taking the victory 25–18. The third set began in a similar fashion but a kill from senior George Huhmann and a block from senior Greg Luck put Princeton back in the lead for the first time since the first set. With a 10-all score, NJIT went on a four-point run, extending their lead in front of the Tigers and giving them an advantage that Princeton never recovered from. NJIT came out on top 25–22.

Senior Michael Sowers led Princeton with three goals and two assists in their game against Rutgers, becoming the 16th player in Division I history to have over 300 career points. He currently sits at 302 points off of 121 goals and 181 assists.

Men’s Hockey at Dartmouth: W 4–3, W 5–4 No. 11 Princeton men’s hockey defeated No. 6 Dartmouth 5–4. The Tigers had a 4–1 lead going into the third period, but the Big Green fought to tie the score and bring the game into overtime. Princeton junior Mark Paolini scored the winning goal with 9:05 remaining in overtime. Sophomore Jeremie Forget had 46 saves, a career-high. This series win is the third ECAC Playoff sweep in Princeton history.

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In the men’s basketball game against Cornell University this Saturday, sophomore Jaelin Llewellyn scored a career-high 30 points.