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Presidential candidates debate, Princetonians watch

Hundreds of students packed into three floors of Whig Hall Tuesday night to watch the first presidential debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, marking the first major political event of the election season.

Hundreds of students packed into three floors of Whig Hall Tuesday night to watch the first presidential debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, marking the first major political event of the election season.

Judge declines motion to dismiss charges against pro-Palestine protesters

The protesters’ case could eventually head to trial, although attorneys on both sides have indicated that a plea deal could be on the table.

The protesters’ case could eventually head to trial, although attorneys on both sides have indicated that a plea deal could be on the table.

CJL undergoes dining hall renovations

Princeton's Center for Jewish Life is undergoing renovations to expand their servery and enhance their meat and dairy kitchens. The project is expected to be completed in Jan. 2025.

Princeton's Center for Jewish Life is undergoing renovations to expand their servery and enhance their meat and dairy kitchens. The project is expected to be completed in Jan. 2025.

Town Council holds lengthy construction discussion at meeting

Meeting topics included granite paver discoloration, the perfect balance of backed to non-backed benches, and the aesthetic implications of bicycle racks.

Meeting topics included granite paver discoloration, the perfect balance of backed to non-backed benches, and the aesthetic implications of bicycle racks.

Inflammatory flyers against Palestinians surface, PSAFE opens bias investigation

On Friday, small flyers reading “Nuke Gaza” and “Kill Roaches” were found outside of Spelman Hall. The Department of Public Safety (PSafe) is investigating it as a bias incident.

On Friday, small flyers reading “Nuke Gaza” and “Kill Roaches” were found outside of Spelman Hall. The Department of Public Safety (PSafe) is investigating it as a bias incident.

B(l)ack Together promotes belonging at annual community barbecue

On Thursday, Sept. 5, the BSU, CAF, and ODUS hosted the annual B(l)ack Together event, which is held during the first week of classes in the fall semester each year and serves as a networking event for Black undergraduate students, graduate students, faculty, and staff.

On Thursday, Sept. 5, the BSU, CAF, and ODUS hosted the annual B(l)ack Together event, which is held during the first week of classes in the fall semester each year and serves as a networking event for Black undergraduate students, graduate students, faculty, and staff.

Daya and NLE Choppa take center stage at sunny Lawnparties

In a day filled with bright sun and blue skies, Daya and NLE Choppa both took to the main stage, though a student opener was absent due to last-minute changes.

In a day filled with bright sun and blue skies, Daya and NLE Choppa both took to the main stage, though a student opener was absent due to last-minute changes.

Town Council officially supports N.J. ranked choice voting bill

On Monday, Aug. 26, Princeton Town Council passed a resolution expressing support for state-level ranked choice voting legislation. If the state bill passes, Princeton voters may see a local ranked choice voting referendum on ballots in November.

On Monday, Aug. 26, Princeton Town Council passed a resolution expressing support for state-level ranked choice voting legislation. If the state bill passes, Princeton voters may see a local ranked choice voting referendum on ballots in November.

U. walks back protest ban on Nassau Hall lawn

On Sept. 5, the University walked back its ban on protests on the front lawn of Nassau Hall, which has long been an iconic protest location. Administrators previously stated no change had been made to protest policy following heated protest activity on campus last semester.

On Sept. 5, the University walked back its ban on protests on the front lawn of Nassau Hall, which has long been an iconic protest location. Administrators previously stated no change had been made to protest policy following heated protest activity on campus last semester.

Students transition to new online course book provider for fall semester

This semester, students will purchase course books and materials from the new eCampus Online Bookstore platform. Students have reported shipping delays and concern over long processing times at the Frist Campus Center mailroom.

This semester, students will purchase course books and materials from the new eCampus Online Bookstore platform. Students have reported shipping delays and concern over long processing times at the Frist Campus Center mailroom.

Princeton enrollment untouched by affirmative action ban

The first Princeton class admitted following the Supreme Court decision banning race-conscious affirmative action has experienced little change in racial diversity, according to enrollment statistics released by the University on Wednesday.

Pro-Palestine organizers mark return to campus with protest

Pro-Palestinian protesters held their first demonstration of the academic year Tuesday. The protests come amid changes to the regulations regarding protests on public spaces across campus.

Pro-Palestinian protesters held their first demonstration of the academic year Tuesday. The protests come amid changes to the regulations regarding protests on public spaces across campus.

Thames transitions into role as ORL Dean, prioritizing connections across a growing campus

Theresa Thames has been appointed as the new Dean of Religious Life and the Chapel, succeeding Allison Boden, who retired after 17 years. Thames, who values deep relationships with students and colleagues, plans to continue and build upon Boden’s legacy by expanding ORL’s services and programs across campus. Her focus will include adapting to the evolving needs of students and enhancing campus-wide engagement as Princeton expands.

Theresa Thames has been appointed as the new Dean of Religious Life and the Chapel, succeeding Allison Boden, who retired after 17 years. Thames, who values deep relationships with students and colleagues, plans to continue and build upon Boden’s legacy by expanding ORL’s services and programs across campus. Her focus will include adapting to the evolving needs of students and enhancing campus-wide engagement as Princeton expands.

Club recruitment fails to reach NCW students amid communication breakdown

NCW students have been unable to receive HoagieMail emails since Aug. 18, missing out on key communications regarding recruitment from clubs and organizations as the academic year begins.

NCW students have been unable to receive HoagieMail emails since Aug. 18, missing out on key communications regarding recruitment from clubs and organizations as the academic year begins.

Protest rules, explained

On Tuesday, Aug. 27, the University launched a new “Protests and Free Expression” webpage, which outlines new and existing guidelines on protests and further restricts places where protests can be held. The Daily Princetonian breaks down the rules and traces the timeline of various policies.

On Tuesday, Aug. 27, the University launched a new “Protests and Free Expression” webpage, which outlines new and existing guidelines on protests and further restricts places where protests can be held. The Daily Princetonian breaks down the rules and traces the timeline of various policies.

Eisgruber responds to attacks on the liberal arts in Opening Exercises remarks

Pushing against negative characterizations of a liberal arts education, University President Christopher Eisgruber proposed a broadened view of liberal arts. He told the Class of 2028 that, rather than reflecting ideology or a field of study, liberal arts would prepare them to approach a diverse range of challenges and problems.

Pushing against negative characterizations of a liberal arts education, University President Christopher Eisgruber proposed a broadened view of liberal arts. He told the Class of 2028 that, rather than reflecting ideology or a field of study, liberal arts would prepare them to approach a diverse range of challenges and problems.

Dillon Gym opens new fitness areas amidst ongoing renovations

The new amenities include an accessible entrance and lounge, elevator access to all levels from the main gym floor to the Rec Pool, the “Power Studio” (a space with powerlifting and Olympic-grade equipment), upgrades to the cycle studio, and a completely resurfaced outdoor recreational court. 

The new amenities include an accessible entrance and lounge, elevator access to all levels from the main gym floor to the Rec Pool, the “Power Studio” (a space with powerlifting and Olympic-grade equipment), upgrades to the cycle studio, and a completely resurfaced outdoor recreational court. 

String of lewdness incidents on campus disrupt orientation week

Two suspects have been arrested and charged following multiple incidents of sexual misconduct on and near Princeton’s campus. Neither are members of the University community.

Two suspects have been arrested and charged following multiple incidents of sexual misconduct on and near Princeton’s campus. Neither are members of the University community.

Admin. tightens protest regulations as students return to campus

Following a spring marked by sustained campus protest, Princeton has updated its free speech guidelines ahead of the fall semester. The amended policies further restrict the locations where protests can be held, as well as the types of protest that are permissible on campus.

Following a spring marked by sustained campus protest, Princeton has updated its free speech guidelines ahead of the fall semester. The amended policies further restrict the locations where protests can be held, as well as the types of protest that are permissible on campus.

Daya and NLE Choppa to headline Fall 2024 Lawnparties

Pop star Daya and rapper NLE Choppa will headline the upcoming Fall 2024 Lawnparties on Sunday, Sept. 8, following the first week of classes. Performances will begin at 2 p.m. on the Frist North Lawn main stage. This year’s Lawnparties will embrace a “fall festival” theme, reflecting the season of transition as students begin a new academic year, and an autumnal aesthetic.

Pop star Daya and rapper NLE Choppa will headline the upcoming Fall 2024 Lawnparties on Sunday, Sept. 8, following the first week of classes. Performances will begin at 2 p.m. on the Frist North Lawn main stage. This year’s Lawnparties will embrace a “fall festival” theme, reflecting the season of transition as students begin a new academic year, and an autumnal aesthetic.