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5 key takeaways from Eisgruber’s State of the University Letter

5 key takeaways from Eisgruber’s State of the University Letter

Laura Robertson

Eisgruber listed expansion of the engineering school and the University’s continued commitment to in-person teaching as key priorities.

Eisgruber listed expansion of the engineering school and the University’s continued commitment to in-person teaching as key priorities.

NEWS | 01/31/2023

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Sofia Pauca ’21 discusses her original documentary, family, and disability at Princeton premiere

Sofia Pauca ’21 discusses her original documentary, family, and disability at Princeton premiere

Miriam Waldvogel

In the 80-minute documentary, Pauca shares the experiences of six families who have individuals with developmental disabilities, including her brother. 

In the 80-minute documentary, Pauca shares the experiences of six families who have individuals with developmental disabilities, including her brother. 

NEWS | 01/30/2023

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‘Justice for Tyre’ march draws members of Princeton community

‘Justice for Tyre’ march draws members of Princeton community

Annie Rupertus

Princeton community members gathered in Palmer Square on Jan. 29, after body cam footage of Tyre Nichols’ killing was released. The event, hosted by Princeton Mutual Aid, included speakers, moments of silence, and a march through town in protest of police brutality.  

Princeton community members gathered in Palmer Square on Jan. 29, after body cam footage of Tyre Nichols’ killing was released. The event, hosted by Princeton Mutual Aid, included speakers, moments of silence, and a march through town in protest of police brutality.  

NEWS | 01/30/2023

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Emmy award winner Michaela Coel discusses career, taking risks at Wintersession

Emmy award winner Michaela Coel discusses career, taking risks at Wintersession

Abby Leibowitz

Emmy and BAFTA award-winning actress Michaela Coel discussed imposter syndrome, artists’ rights, and taking risks in conversation with undergraduate student and vice president of the Society for African Internationals at Princeton (SAIP) Mutemwa Masheke ’23 for Wintersession’s third annual “Beyond the Resume” keynote event.

Emmy and BAFTA award-winning actress Michaela Coel discussed imposter syndrome, artists’ rights, and taking risks in conversation with undergraduate student and vice president of the Society for African Internationals at Princeton (SAIP) Mutemwa Masheke ’23 for Wintersession’s third annual “Beyond the Resume” keynote event.

NEWS | 01/30/2023

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Princeton alumni in Congress share thoughts on House speaker election

Princeton alumni in Congress share thoughts on House speaker election

Abby Leibowitz

Alumni in Congress react to Representative Kevin McCarthy’s historic 15-round election as Speaker of the House this month. Democrats Ivey and Krishnamoorthi described it as “dysfunction” within the Republican party, while Republicans Buck and Gallagher celebrated the vote as a sign of democracy in action.

Alumni in Congress react to Representative Kevin McCarthy’s historic 15-round election as Speaker of the House this month. Democrats Ivey and Krishnamoorthi described it as “dysfunction” within the Republican party, while Republicans Buck and Gallagher celebrated the vote as a sign of democracy in action. 

NEWS | 01/29/2023

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Princeton graduate student found deceased at off-campus residence

Princeton graduate student found deceased at off-campus residence

Bridget O’Neill

Princeton graduate student Maura Coursey was found deceased at her off-campus residence on Jan. 26. Coursey was studying domestic policy at the School of Public and International Affairs. 

Princeton graduate student Maura Coursey was found deceased at her off-campus residence on Jan. 26. Coursey was studying domestic policy at the School of Public and International Affairs.

NEWS | 01/27/2023

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Significant changes to student dining expected as spring semester starts

Significant changes to student dining expected as spring semester starts

Olivia Sanchez

Beginning in the fall of 2023 and for the duration of Hobson College construction, Whitman Residential College’s dining operations will be merged with Butler’s, leading to changes in seating and dining options in Community Hall. During the second week of February, the University’s upperclass student dining pilot is set to begin, offering students more “flexible” options.

Beginning in the fall of 2023 and for the duration of Hobson College construction, Whitman Residential College’s dining operations will be merged with Butler’s, leading to changes in seating and dining options in Community Hall. During the second week of February, the University’s upperclass student dining pilot is set to begin, offering students more “flexible” options.

NEWS | 01/26/2023

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Hecht lab proposes novel method of producing quantum dots

Hecht lab proposes novel method of producing quantum dots

Mahya Fazel-Zarandi

Frick’s Hecht laboratory reported a method of producing quantum dots — which are used in LED screens and solar panels — that requires lower temperatures and less toxic solvents than current processes. 

Frick’s Hecht laboratory reported a method of producing quantum dots — which are used in LED screens and solar panels — that requires lower temperatures and less toxic solvents than current processes. 

NEWS | 01/26/2023

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Dallas mayor discusses public service at SPIA event

Dallas mayor discusses public service at SPIA event

Abby Leibowitz

Eric Johnson GS ’03, who is the second-ever Black mayor of Dallas, spoke at a Wintersession event about his career in public service and the lessons he takes from his SPIA education.

Eric Johnson GS ’03, who is the second-ever Black mayor of Dallas, spoke at a Wintersession event about his career in public service and the lessons he uses from his SPIA education.

NEWS | 01/26/2023

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University declines to ban ChatGPT, releases faculty guidance for its usage

University declines to ban ChatGPT, releases faculty guidance for its usage

Julian Hartman-Sigall

Dean of the College Jill Dolan and Dean of the Graduate School Rod Priestley released a memo to the University faculty offering guidance for regulating the usage of AI as educators question the effects of chatbots like ChatGPT on higher education.

Dean of the College Jill Dolan and Dean of the Graduate School Rod Priestley released a memo to the University faculty offering guidance for regulating the usage of AI as educators question the effects of chatbots like ChatGPT on higher education.

NEWS | 01/25/2023

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‘Enormous shoes to fill’: Dean Dunne leaving Princeton after over 20 years with ODUS

‘Enormous shoes to fill’: Dean Dunne leaving Princeton after over 20 years with ODUS

Annie Rupertus and Nandini Krishnan

After 22 years at Princeton, Deputy Dean of Undergraduate Students Thomas Dunne is leaving the University to be Harvard’s next Dean of Students. Students and Administrators remember his work developing core elements of campus life, from Vote100 to Lawnparties.

After 22 years at Princeton, Deputy Dean of Undergraduate Students Thomas Dunne is leaving the University to be Harvard’s next Dean of Students. Students and Administrators remember his work developing core elements of campus life, from Vote100 to Lawnparties.

NEWS | 01/18/2023

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Edward Tian ’23 creates GPTZero, software to detect plagiarism from AI bot ChatGPT

Edward Tian ’23 creates GPTZero, software to detect plagiarism from AI bot ChatGPT

Julian Hartman-Sigall

Edward Tian ’23, a computer science concentrator who is writing his thesis on artificial intelligence (AI) detection, coded a software, now named GPTZero, that detects writing produced by AI. The software has been downloaded by people in 40 U.S. states and 30 countries. 

Edward Tian ’23, a computer science concentrator who is writing his thesis on artificial intelligence (AI) detection, coded a software, now named GPTZero, that detects writing produced by AI. The software has been downloaded by people in 40 U.S. states and 30 countries. 

NEWS | 01/18/2023

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ORL, CPS, USG review next steps on mental health, PEESA calls for improvements

ORL, CPS, USG review next steps on mental health, PEESA calls for improvements

Tess Weinreich and Isabel Yip

Two weeks after the release of the autopsy report for student Misrach Ewunetie ’24, which ruled her death a suicide, University officials and student leaders are looking to further expand mental health resources, having changed their programming earlier in the year following two other campus deaths. PEESA leaders urge increased diversity among CPS staff.

Two weeks after the release of the autopsy report for student Misrach Ewunetie ’24, which ruled her death a suicide, University officials and student leaders are looking to further expand mental health resources, having changed their programming earlier in the year following two other campus deaths. PEESA leaders urge increased diversity among CPS staff.

NEWS | 01/12/2023

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Remembering former ‘Prince’ chairman John “Jody” Kretzmann ’66

Remembering former ‘Prince’ chairman John “Jody” Kretzmann ’66

Justus Wilhoit

John Kretzmann, known endearingly as “Jody,” recently passed away at the age of 78. Kretzmann served as ‘Prince’ Chairman and is remembered for his social activism, as a student at Princeton and beyond. 

John Kretzmann, known endearingly as “Jody,” recently passed away at the age of 78. Kretzmann served as ‘Prince’ Chairman and is remembered for his social activism, as a student at Princeton and beyond. 

NEWS | 01/11/2023

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UHS administrator urges vaccines, masks, staying home if sick amid winter “tripledemic”

UHS administrator urges vaccines, masks, staying home if sick amid winter “tripledemic”

Amy Ciceu

Dr. Irini Daskalaki serves as the University’s Global and Community Health Physician Coordinator, overseeing matters related to travel health, global health, and medical surveillance. The Daily Princetonian spoke with Dr. Daskalaki to discuss a surge in influenza, respiratory syncytial virus, and other viral respiratory infections — which she termed a “tripledemic.”

The Daily Princetonian spoke with the University’s Global and Community Health Physician Coordinator to discuss a surge in influenza, respiratory syncytial virus, and other viral respiratory infections — which she termed a “tripledemic.” 

NEWS | 01/04/2023

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Mercer County Prosecutor’s Office releases cause of death for Misrach Ewunetie ’24

Mercer County Prosecutor’s Office releases cause of death for Misrach Ewunetie ’24

Katherine Dailey, Tess Weinreich, and Isabel Yip

Content Warning: The following article includes mention of student death and suicide. University Counseling services are available at 609-258-3141, and the Suicide Prevention Lifeline is available 24/7 at 988 or +1 (800) 273-TALK (8255).

Content Warning: The following article includes mention of student death and suicide. University Counseling services are available at 609-258-3141, and the Suicide Prevention Lifeline is available 24/7 at +1 (800) 273-TALK (8255).

NEWS | 12/28/2022

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Twelve juniors, four seniors named Scholars in the Nation’s Service

Twelve juniors, four seniors named Scholars in the Nation’s Service

Katherine Dailey

Ella Gantman ’23, Morgan Lonergan ’23, Rooya Rahin ’23, and Kathleen Song ’23 have received graduate fellowships, and Kareena Bhakta ’24, Luke Chan ’24, Xander de los Reyes ’24, Sydney Eck ’24, Faraaz Godil ’24, Ethan Magistro ’24, Grace Morris ’24, Brandon McNeely ’24, Amber Rahman ’24, Zoe San Martin ‘24, Isabella Shutt ’24, and Kathy Yang ’24 have received undergraduate internships.

Ella Gantman ’23, Morgan Lonergan ’23, Rooya Rahin ’23, and Kathleen Song ’23 have received graduate fellowships, and Kareena Bhakta ’24, Luke Chan ’24, Xander de los Reyes ’24, Sydney Eck ’24, Faraaz Godil ’24, Ethan Magistro ’24, Grace Morris ’24, Brandon McNeely ’24, Amber Rahman ’24, Zoe San Martin ‘24, Isabella Shutt ’24, and Kathy Yang ’24 have received undergraduate internships

NEWS | 12/21/2022

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3 Princeton DEI staff members resign, alleging lack of support

3 Princeton DEI staff members resign, alleging lack of support

Lia Opperman

Three Princeton staff members who were hired to conduct work related to diversity, equity, and inclusion have resigned within the past 15 months and allege a lack of support from the University, an investigation by the ‘Prince’ has found.

Three Princeton staff members who were hired to conduct work related to diversity, equity, and inclusion have resigned within the past 15 months and allege a lack of support from the University, an investigation by the ‘Prince’ has found.

NEWS | 12/21/2022

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Five Princeton seniors awarded Schwarzman Scholarship

Five Princeton seniors awarded Schwarzman Scholarship

Bhoomika Chowdhary and Isabel Yip

Benjamin Bograd ’23, Katherine Gross-Whitaker ’23, Kanishkh Kanodia ’23, Michal Kozlowski ’23, and Elisabeth Rülke ’23 have received scholarships to pursue a one-year master’s program in global affairs.

Benjamin Bograd ’23, Katherine Gross-Whitaker ’23, Kanishkh Kanodia ’23, Michal Kozlowski ’23, and Elisabeth Rülke ’23 have received scholarships to pursue a one-year master’s program in global affairs.

NEWS | 12/21/2022

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NES Chair Ghamari-Tabrizi responds after Tory panelist alleged links to Iranian regime

NES Chair Ghamari-Tabrizi responds after Tory panelist alleged links to Iranian regime

Kayra Sener

At a campus event hosted by The Princeton Tory this month, panelist Mariam Memarsadeghi, an Iranian activist advocating for regime change in Iran, accused Chair and Professor of Near Eastern Studies Behrooz Ghamari-Tabrizi of being “very close to the Iranian regime” — accusations that Ghamari-Tabrizi rejected in an interview with the ‘Prince.’

At a campus event hosted by The Princeton Tory this month, panelist Mariam Memarsadeghi, an Iranian activist advocating for regime change in Iran, accused Chair and Professor of Near Eastern Studies Behrooz Ghamari-Tabrizi of being “very close to the Iranian regime” — accusations that Ghamari-Tabrizi rejected in an interview with the ‘Prince.’

NEWS | 12/20/2022

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