Features
One Jew’s Journey
Rabbi Gil Steinlauf ’91 returned to Princeton last year to lead the Center for Jewish Life. He found big changes — and big challenges
Photo by John Emerson
President Christopher Eisgruber ’83 on a decade of change; A basketball journey; Rabbi Gil Steinlauf ’91
Download This Issue: May2023_issue.pdf (77.03 MB)Features
Features
Past and President
Christopher Eisgruber ’83 answers your questions (and ours) on his 10 years at Nassau Hall
On the Campus
On the Campus
Three Books: Bob Durkee ’69 on All Things Princeton
On the Campus
Jackfruit Quesadillas, Mushroom Steaks Served as Dining Diversifies
The focus is not only on the food itself, but also what it can teach us about other ways of being
On the Campus
Scholars Debate John Witherspoon’s Contradictions on Slavery
‘In short, it’s complicated. Witherspoon is complicated,’ said Rev. Gordon Mikoski
On the Campus
Student Dispatch: Princeton Students Are Living in a Construction Zone
‘Though sustainability and state-of-the-art buildings are Princeton’s future, reduced accessibility and noise pollution are its present’
On the Campus
Professor and Electric Guitarist Steven Mackey Is Back on Stage
Mackey was on the road almost constantly during the winter and spring, bringing several works to the stage at last
On the Campus
In Memoriam
On the Campus
In Short
On the Campus
Princeton Houses the World’s Largest Trove of Byzantine Coins
The University’s numismatics collection connects scholars to the past with valuable research tools
On the Campus
Student Dispatch: Grad Student Is the ‘Cool Aunt’ to Undergrads
As a Resident Graduate Student at Forbes College, Emily Miller has insight into the lives of undergraduates
On the Campus
Construction Projects Are Reshaping Princeton’s Central Campus
University Architect Ronald McCoy *80 said the Hobson College, health, and fitness projects will advance undergraduate student life
On the Campus
Campus Photo: Springing to Life
On the Campus
Manhattan D.A. Seizes 11 Allegedly Stolen Artifacts in Princeton Art Museum Collection
Six of the items are antiquities on loan from Edoardo Almagià ’73, according to documents
Sports
Sports
New Coach Jenn Cook Writes Next Chapter of Women’s Lacrosse
Cook carries lessons from two Hall of Famers into her first year as head coach
Research
Research
Faculty Books
History
President's Page
President's Page
Princeton Pre-read 2023: ‘How to Stand Up to a Dictator’
Alumni News
Alumni News
In New Book, Lanny Jones ’66 Decries Excessive Celebrity Culture
Jones, a former People magazine and PAW editor, criticizes America’s adoration of the rich and famous in ‘Celebrity Nation’
Alumni News
PAWcast: In Memoir, Bill Eville ’87 Writes Extraordinary Everyday Stories
‘It’s always miraculous how we become who we are’
Alumni News
Rally ’Round the Cannon: On the Way to the Forum
Alumni News
Charlie Razook ’09 Launches Skin Care Products for Men
Inspired by his cancer diagnosis, Razook created Jackfir to eliminate harmful chemicals
Alumni News
Princetonians Photo: Cultural Celebration
Alumni News
Chad Williams *04 Reveals W.E.B. Du Bois’ Inner Conflict
In ‘The Wounded World,’ Williams uncovers Du Bois’ complex feelings about Black military participation
Alumni News
Photo From the Archives
Tiger of the Week
Tiger of the Week
Jay Lagemann ’66’s Sculptures Grace Reunions, Manhattan, and Beyond
Lagemann’s sculptures maintain an abstract quality that lends lightness, energy, and accessibility
Tiger of the Week
Alexis Albion ’92 Educates About Espionage at Spy Museum
As lead curator, Albion teaches the public about the intelligence community
Tiger of the Week
Pastor Hampton Deck ’81 Has Become a Master Paper Marbler
The technique has roots in China and became popular in 15th century Turkey
Tiger of the Week
Videographer Azza Cohen ’16 Is Documenting a Historic Vice President
When Kamala Harris travels, Cohen and her camera are never far behind
Alumni Around the Web
Alumni Around the Web
May 16: Adam Gussow ’79 *00 Teaches the Blues at Mississippi Penitentiary
Alumni Around the Web
May 9: Eric Johnson *03 Reelected Mayor of Dallas
Alumni Around the Web
May 2: Michelle Obama ’85 Discusses New Book With Oprah
Featured Authors
