In this week’s installment of our returning series bringing you the history of Princeton University and its faculty, students, and alumni, a sophomore explains the cause of her 15 minutes of fame, the Whig-Cliosophic Society takes a stand against pornographic films, and more.

September 24, 1998—In an editorial in the Daily Princetonian, Laura Vanderkam ’01 explains why conservative radio personality Rush Limbaugh has dubbed her the “Viagra Expert.”

September 25, 1881—A memorial is held in the College Chapel for U.S. President James Garfield, who was recently assassinated.

September 26, 1985—The Whig-Cliosophic Society votes to ban pornographic movies from its film series. No other film group on campus has yet taken an anti-pornography position.

September 29, 1836—The Alumni Association of Old Nassau has tea with William Henry Harrison, who is campaigning for U.S. president.

For the previous installment in this series, click here.

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