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The discussion centers around the implications of Christopher L. Eisgruber's appointment as president of Princeton University, particularly in relation to the Physics Department and graduate school admissions. Participants explore the potential impact of this leadership change on the department and its admissions process.

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  • One participant notes that Eisgruber's background includes significant achievements beyond his physics degree, suggesting a diverse skill set.
  • Another participant expresses optimism that Eisgruber's presidency could positively influence the Physics Department.
  • A different participant counters that the Physics Department at Princeton does not require additional support, implying it is already strong.
  • One participant humorously speculates about the possibility of less strict graduate school admissions under the new president.

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You can become president of Princeton University!

Christopher L. Eisgruber, Princeton's provost for the past nine years, has been named the University's 20th president, effective July 1. He succeeds Shirley M. Tilghman, who last fall announced her intention to step down at the end of this academic year after completing 12 years in office.

http://www.princeton.edu/main/news/archive/S36/65/54C75/index.xml?section=featured

(OK, this guy also went to law school, clerked at the US Supreme Court, taught at NYU law school, etc...)
 
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Very cool! I'm sure he will give the Physics dept a nice boost :)
 
Princeton's Physics Dept. does not need a nice boost. :)

Zz.
 
Does this mean their grad school admissions will become less strict :smile:?
Can't blame a guy for dreaming :smile:
 

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