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Fourth annual DEI report affirms commitment to DEI, presents new data and programs

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Fourth annual DEI report affirms commitment to DEI, presents new data and programs

Elisabeth Stewart

Princeton’s fourth annual DEI report, which covers the 2023–24 academic year, includes new data on the University’s DEI programming, partnerships with Native American and Indigenous initiatives, outreach to transfer and veteran students, and the fostering of belonging across faith-based identities.

Princeton’s fourth annual DEI report, which covers the 2023–24 academic year, includes new data on the University’s DEI programming, partnerships with Native American and Indigenous initiatives, outreach to transfer and veteran students, and the fostering of belonging across faith-based identities.

NEWS | 02/03/2025

Executive order directs Princeton to investigate international pro-Palestine student protesters

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Executive order directs Princeton to investigate international pro-Palestine student protesters

Vitus Larrieu

An executive order signed by President Donald Trump and released on Wednesday, Jan. 29 calls for universities to monitor and report the engagement of international students and staff for actions that constitute antisemitism.

An executive order signed by President Donald Trump and released on Wednesday, Jan. 29 calls for universities to monitor and report the engagement of international students and staff for actions that constitute antisemitism. This follows a national protest movement last spring against the war in Gaza, including a sustained sit-in at Princeton.

NEWS | 01/31/2025

New spring courses bring specialized, fresh perspectives on understanding today’s world

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New spring courses bring specialized, fresh perspectives on understanding today’s world

Sena Chang

This spring semester, the University introduced 186 new undergraduate courses, many of which delve deeply into highly-specialized subjects, from observational astronomy to African mythology to psychedelics and plant intelligence. The number of new courses offered this spring has increased compared to the fall semester, which saw fewer than 140 new classes.

This spring semester, the University introduced 186 new undergraduate courses, many of which delve deeply into highly-specialized subjects, from observational astronomy to African mythology to psychedelics and plant intelligence. The number of new courses offered this spring has increased compared to the fall semester, which saw fewer than 140 new classes.

NEWS | 01/31/2025

As Street Week events continue, changes address trend of increased participation

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As Street Week events continue, changes address trend of increased participation

Justus Wilhoit

Street Week 2025 began on Sunday, Jan. 26, with clubs beginning to host events for prospective members. Charter Club has changed their selective sign-in process to cap the number of points an individual can receive at nine.

Street Week 2025 began on Sunday, Jan. 26, with clubs beginning to host events for prospective members. Charter Club has changed their selective sign-in process to cap the number of points an individual can receive at nine.

NEWS | 01/30/2025

In annual letter, Eisgruber defends tax-exempt endowment, DEI, and institutional restraint

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In annual letter, Eisgruber defends tax-exempt endowment, DEI, and institutional restraint

Hayk Yengibaryan and Christopher Bao

In his annual State of the University letter published on Jan. 29, University President Christopher Eisgruber ’83 vigorously defended the University’s endowment, its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts, and institutional restraint.

In his annual State of the University letter published on Jan. 29, University President Christopher Eisgruber ’83 vigorously defended the University’s endowment, its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts, and institutional restraint.

NEWS | 01/30/2025
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Princeton voters approve $89.1 million bond referendum to improve Princeton Public School facilities

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Princeton voters approve $89.1 million bond referendum to improve Princeton Public School facilities

Charlie Roth

On Tuesday, Princeton voters approved of a $89.1 million bond referendum to fund improvements to Princeton School District facilities.

On Tuesday, Princeton voters approved of a $89.1 million bond referendum to fund improvements to Princeton School District facilities.

NEWS | 01/29/2025

Eisgruber says U. is “exploring measures” in wake of Trump orders, stops short of specific guidance

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Eisgruber says U. is “exploring measures” in wake of Trump orders, stops short of specific guidance

Vitus Larrieu and Lia Opperman

In a campus-wide email, University President Christopher Eisgruber ’83 responded to a memo from the United States Office of Management and Budget that threatens to freeze trillions of dollars in federal funding and loans, including federal research funding. The freeze was temporarily blocked, but the future of federal research funding remains unclear.

In a campus wide email, University President Christopher Eisgruber ’83 responded to a memo from the United States Office of Management and Budget that threatens to freeze trillions of dollars in federal funding and loans, including federal research funding. The freeze was temporarily blocked, but the future of federal research funding remains unclear.

NEWS | 01/29/2025

Elected GSG officers to continue push for graduate student parity

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Elected GSG officers to continue push for graduate student parity

Vivien Wong

On Jan. 15, the GSG Election Committee announced the results of the 2025 officer elections, naming Amari Tankard GS as President, Caridad Estrada Cardona GS as Vice President, and Jan Ertl GS as Vice President of Internal Affairs, among other members.

On Jan. 15, the GSG Election Committee announced the results of the 2025 officer elections, naming Amari Tankard GS as President, Caridad Estrada GS as Vice President, and Jan Ertl GS as Vice President of Internal Affairs, among other members.

NEWS | 01/29/2025

Pro-Palestine activists rally for divestment on the first day of classes

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Pro-Palestine activists rally for divestment on the first day of classes

Sena Chang and Vivien Wong

Pro-Palestine activists rallied on Jan. 27 in front of the Friend Center hoping to build off the momentum of the November referendum which called for University divest in its endowment from companies involved in weapons manufacturing.

Pro-Palestine activists rallied on Jan. 27 in front of the Friend Center hoping to build off the momentum of the November referendum which called for University divest in its endowment from companies involved in weapons manufacturing.

NEWS | 01/27/2025

First day of classes kicks off with annual USG event

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First day of classes kicks off with annual USG event

Devon Rudolph

On Jan. 27, USG held the annual “FDOC” event to celebrate the first day of classes. Students lined up to take photos in front of banners reading “FDOC,” seniors with the option of an “LFDOC” banner.

On Jan. 27, USG held the annual “FDOC” event to celebrate the first day of classes. Students lined up to take photos in front of banners reading “FDOC,” seniors with the option of an “LFDOC” banner.

NEWS | 01/27/2025

Kidnapped graduate student Elizabeth Tsurkov is still alive, Iraqi Foreign Minister says

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Kidnapped graduate student Elizabeth Tsurkov is still alive, Iraqi Foreign Minister says

Elisabeth Stewart

Axios reporter Barak Ravid posted on X that according to the Iraqi Foreign Minister, kidnapped Princeton graduate student Elizabeth Tsurkov is alive.

Axios reporter Barak Ravid posted on X that according to the Iraqi foreign minister, kidnapped Princeton graduate student Elizabeth Tsurkov is alive.

NEWS | 01/27/2025

‘It was entirely unrecognizable’: The Princeton students affected by Los Angeles wildfires

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‘It was entirely unrecognizable’: The Princeton students affected by Los Angeles wildfires

Hayk Yengibaryan

After two major fires caused historic damage to the greater Los Angeles area, several Princeton students who call the Golden State home have had to navigate local evacuation orders while coping with the fact that they may never see their homes.

After two major fires caused historic damage to the greater Los Angeles area, several Princeton students who call the Golden State home have had to navigate local evacuation orders while coping with the fact that they may never see their homes.

NEWS | 01/26/2025

Participants enjoy community building as Wintersession 2025 comes to an end

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Participants enjoy community building as Wintersession 2025 comes to an end

Nikki Han

After two weeks and more than 500 events, Wintersession 2025 has come to an end. The ‘Prince’ spoke to students who reflected on Wintersession’s role in learning and community building.

After two weeks and more than 500 events, Wintersession 2025 has come to an end. The ‘Prince’ spoke to students who reflected on Wintersession’s role in learning and community building.

NEWS | 01/26/2025

Historic preservation project sparks concern over tenant relocation and affordability

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Historic preservation project sparks concern over tenant relocation and affordability

Abby Leibowitz

A restoration project application by Hillier LLC along Witherspoon Street is facing concern from residents, including some tenants who will be displaced. 

A restoration project application by Hillier LLC along Witherspoon Street is facing concern from residents, including some tenants who will be displaced. 

NEWS | 01/24/2025

Trump pardons Larry Giberson ’23 alongside most Jan. 6 rioters

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Trump pardons Larry Giberson ’23 alongside most Jan. 6 rioters

Vitus Larrieu

On Jan. 20, Larry Giberson ’23 was pardoned for his participation in the Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol, along with roughly 1,500 other rioters in a bulk executive action by President Donald Trump. Giberson was initially charged in March 2023 with six violations of the U.S. Code, and pled guilty to one count of civil disorder in November 2023.

On Jan. 20, Larry Giberson ’23 was pardoned for his participation in the Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol, along with roughly 1,500 other rioters in a bulk executive action by President Donald Trump. Giberson was initially charged in March 2023 with six violations of the U.S. Code, and pled guilty to one count of civil disorder in November 2023.

NEWS | 01/24/2025

Three Princeton seniors awarded Schwarzman Scholarship

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Three Princeton seniors awarded Schwarzman Scholarship

Hayk Yengibaryan and Christopher Bao

Diya Kraybill ’25, Issa Mudashiru ’25, and James Zhang ’25 have been named Schwarzman Scholars. They will pursue a one-year master’s program in global affairs in Beijing during the 2025–26 academic year. 

Diya Kraybill ’25, Issa Mudashiru ’25, and James Zhang ’25 have been named Schwarzman Scholars. They will pursue a one-year master’s program in global affairs in Beijing during the 2025–26 academic year. 

NEWS | 01/24/2025

Clio Hall protesters set for April trial after second plea deal collapses

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Clio Hall protesters set for April trial after second plea deal collapses

Cynthia Torres

On Tuesday, Jan. 14, Clio Hall protesters appeared in court for the 5th time to schedule a trial date on charges of defiant trespassing. The conference began with confusion over an arranged deal between the defense and prosecution attorneys. The trial was eventually scheduled to start on April 14, almost one year after the Clio Hall sit-in. 

On Tuesday, Jan. 14, Clio Hall protesters appeared in court for the 5th time to schedule a trial date on charges of defiant trespassing. The conference began with confusion over an arranged deal between the defense and prosecution attorneys. The trial was eventually scheduled to start on April 14, almost one year after the Clio Hall sit-in. 

NEWS | 01/17/2025

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