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Tuesday March 2, 2021 vol. CXLV no. 10
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NEWS
NEWS
Designed by: Esha Mittal ’23
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COURTESY OF GRACE NI ’23
The entrance to the Department of Public Safety.
Ice cut through the ceiling of one Princeton student’s family friend’s house.
Princeton students 55 students face disciplinary action for Social Contract viola- from Texas rattled by tions according to ODUS report snowstorm, blackouts By Katherine Dailey
Assistant News Editor
Since the start of the academic year, 44 students have been placed on disciplinary probation due to Social Contract violations, according to a new report released by the Office of the Dean of Undergraduate Students (ODUS). The report covers violations between Sept. 1, 2020, and Feb. 26, 2021. A total of 55 violations resulted in disciplinary action, and 44 of those resulted in disciplinary probation. In eight cases, students given probation were additionally barred from access to campus for the remainder of the semester. These eight cases were deemed “significant” under the Social Contract as “violations involving quarantine and isolation, hosting unpermitted visitors in on-campus residences, and hosting pro-
hibited in-person gatherings.” Among students not given probation, four students were given reprimands and seven more were given warnings. The ODUS report detailed that “just over half of the violations involved students either hosting or attending a gathering, either in a dormitory room/suite or at an off-campus residence where the number of guests in attendance exceeded the permitted number and/or involved an off-campus guest in a dormitory.” In these cases, hosts were typically given 24 months of disciplinary probation and barred from campus for the semester. Guests were given shorter probationary periods except where other infractions were involved — such as underage consumption of alcohol or fire safety violations. Other violations included leaving campus during the ar-
rival quarantine period, which resulted in one student receiving a 24-month probation and being barred from campus. Another student’s “extraordinary mitigating circumstances” resulted in a reprimand for a similar infraction rather than probation. The consequences of failure to comply with testing protocols ranged from a reprimand to 24 months of probation and being barred from campus, varying based on “the number of times and degree to which the student failed to follow the protocols.” Disciplinary probation, as described in “Rights, Rules, Responsibilities,” “implies that any future violation, of whatever kind, especially but not exclusively during that time, may be grounds for suspension, suspension with conditions, or in especially seriSee NEWS for more
By Linh Nguyen
News Editor Emerita
In the aftermath of severe winter weather that swept the nation and revealed fatal consequences of Texas’s energy infrastructure, University students on and off campus felt the chill that overwhelmed their home state. Of the 188 active undergraduate students with permanent addresses in Texas, 49 students — just over 25 percent — are living there this semester, according to Deputy University Spokesperson Michael Hotchkiss. Those who spoke to The Daily Princetonian lost electricity, running water, or both for at least 24 hours, and for as long as five days. For Grace Ni ’23 from Houston, the storm briefly left her family without immediate access to food and made remote classes impossible for over 48
hours. “The first night, we thought the power would just come back,” Ni told the ‘Prince.’ “We really weren’t going into this with the mindset that this would last.” Prior to the storm, Ni anticipated some connectivity issues and reached out to her professors, who “were all very nice about it.” In one case, a professor even offered to make an exception and record his lecture for her. “As the days continued and I realized I still wouldn’t have power, I sent emails to my professors on my phone,” Ni said. “They all told me, ‘Hey, just stay warm, stay safe, and do not worry about being behind or not.’” In an interview with the ‘Prince,’ Nafisa Ahmed ’22 — a resident of the greater Houston area — was grateful that See NEWS for more
PROSPECT
We tried 4 boba places in Princeton so you don’t have to its own specialties, so I also asked the staff about their favorite drinks. Along with my reviews, you can find other recommendations for inside scoops and specialties! I’ll be rating these treats on a 10-point scale, with 10 being the best I’ve ever had, five being average, and one being not too great. But, keep in mind, an “average” treat is still pretty delicious! First stop: Fruity Yogurt & Cafe (FY&C)
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Boba from four different local Princeton businesses.
By Sydney Eck Staff Writer
Welcome to Tiger Town Treats — a new Prospect series where I compare delicious snacks ’n sips from local businesses so you know where to go to satisfy that one craving or reward yourself after that rough p-set!
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Our first treat: BOBA! I sampled boba from four establishments right on Nassau: Fruity Yogurt & Cafe, Kung Fu Tea, Korean Barbeque Grill (KBG), and Ficus. At each location, I got a standard milk tea with tapioca pearls so I could be sure I was making a fair comparison. But of course, every location has
Price: $4.10 (16oz) *all prices listed before tax Boba Rating: 4/10 The boba was on the firmer side, making it a little hard to chew, and it wasn’t overly sweet. It wasn’t my favorite, but it wasn’t terrible either. Milk Tea Rating: 4/10 The tea itself wasn’t too sweet, verging on slightly bitter. But that could be good for those who prefer their drinks less sweet! Vibe: FY&C is full of bright colors and is rather cute. Even their cups and lids depict adorable children surrounded by hearts and bubbles. The shop has a fair bit of seating, but it is mostly closed off for health
In her inaugural column, Contributing Columnist Ava Milberg reflects on the University’s programming for last week’s National Eating Disorder Awareness Week, arguing more should be done in the future to promote awareness and conversation surrounding eating disorders.
and safety at the moment. Verdict: FY&C had a perfectly adequate, standard boba tea. It wasn’t a personal favorite, but FY&C specializes in the fruity and sweet, so give the staff recommendation a try! The cashiers love the Mango Fruit Milk Tea with Boba ($4.10) for something tart and tropical! Next up: Kung Fu Tea (KFT) Price: $4.00 (16oz) Boba Rating: 6/10 The pearls were sweet and soft, but not mushy! They were in a light syrup, making them slightly sticky (but in a good way). Milk Tea Rating: 6/10 The tea was sweet and creamy! I got full sugar this time, but in the future, I might get it 75 percent or half sweet. Overall, it was a solid, classic milk tea. Vibe: KFT has a rather chill, relaxed atmosphere, though it is far more corporate than the other shops on this list. KFT is the largest chain out of these locations, and its decor, TV monitor menus, and colorful posters reflect that status. Verdict: KFT was exactly
In Prospect
what you would expect out of a shop with “actually good” boba tea. If the classic is too standard for you, try the staff recommendations of Taro Milk Tea and Honey Milk Tea (both $4.00)! Third time’s a charm: Korean Barbeque Grill (KBG) Price: $4.00 (16oz) Boba Rating: 8/10 The boba was incredibly fresh: warm and soft, soaked in a sticky and flavorful syrup that mixed very nicely into the tea. They were aromatic, with a slight coffee-like undertone. Another bonus: you aren’t charged extra for it! Boba is a free addition to any drink! Milk Tea Rating: 9/10 The tea was creamy and light without being very sweet. It was a perfect balance of deep, well-steeped tea and a light, creamy finish! Vibe: KBG was incredibly busy, even within five minutes of their closing time. Students were lined up even outside the shop front. The environment is typical fast-casual dining, with efficient and appetizing food and boba bars. See PROSPECT for more
Theatre Critic Aybars Onder reviews “Democracy Theater - City Council Meeting,” a play put on by students who were enrolled in FRS143 “Is Politics a Performance” in the Fall of 2020.