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Architecture professor fired last year blames ‘cancel culture’ as Princeton cites ‘neglect of duty’

Architecture professor fired last year blames ‘cancel culture’ as Princeton cites ‘neglect of duty’

Amy Ciceu

On July 19, 2021, an eight-year saga came to a climax when Alejandro Zaera-Polo was terminated from the Princeton faculty. In the time since, the former dean of the School of Architecture has framed the story of his dismissal as a tale of “identity politics,” “academic authority,” and “codes of silence.” University administrators see it differently: The professor repeatedly failed to comply with policies, they say, and “damaged the educational interests” of students.

On July 19, 2021, an eight-year saga came to a climax when Alejandro Zaera-Polo was terminated from the Princeton faculty. In the time since, the former dean of the School of Architecture has framed the story of his dismissal as a tale of “identity politics,” “academic authority,” and “codes of silence.” University administrators see it differently: The professor repeatedly failed to comply with policies, they say, and “damaged the educational interests” of students.

NEWS | 06/07/2022

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Family, friends remember kindness and empathy in Jazz Chang ’23

Family, friends remember kindness and empathy in Jazz Chang ’23

Sandeep Mangat

Princeton student Jazz Chang ’23 passed away on May 13, in Princeton, N.J. Chang was 21 years old.

Princeton student Jazz Chang ’23 passed away on May 13, in Princeton, N.J. Chang was 21 years old.

NEWS | 06/06/2022

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Alumni discuss national mental health crisis, failings of insurance system at Reunions panel

Alumni discuss national mental health crisis, failings of insurance system at Reunions panel

Sandeep Mangat

Panelists included Larry Arata ’82, the co-founder of the Opioid Crisis Action Network (OCAN), Carinthia Bank ’17, who works as a therapist, Jennifer Balink ’87, the executive director of Kindred Place, Neha Uberoi ’12, a psychotherapist who counsels athletes, and Oona Miller Hanson ’97, who works with young people suffering from eating disorders.

Panelists included Larry Arata ’82, the co-founder of the Opioid Crisis Action Network (OCAN), Carinthia Bank ’17, who works as a therapist, Jennifer Balink ’87, the executive director of Kindred Place, Neha Uberoi ’12, a psychotherapist who counsels athletes, and Oona Miller Hanson ’97, who works with young people suffering from eating disorders.

NEWS | 06/01/2022

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‘I felt like I had to be here’: Looking back at the first Reunions since start of COVID-19 pandemic

‘I felt like I had to be here’: Looking back at the first Reunions since start of COVID-19 pandemic

Bailey Glenetske and Lia Opperman

The University welcomed back almost 25,000 alumni and their families back to campus for Reunions for the first time since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Notable events include “The One and Only P-Rade,“ alumni-faculty panels and after-hours social events.  

Princeton University welcomed back almost 25,000 alumni and their families back to campus for Reunions for the first time since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Notable events include “The One and Only P-Rade,“ alumni-faculty panels and after-hours social events. 

NEWS | 05/29/2022

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Q&A with 2022 Baccalaureate speaker, Teach for America founder Wendy Kopp ’89

Q&A with 2022 Baccalaureate speaker, Teach for America founder Wendy Kopp ’89

Hope Perry

Kopp discussed her senior thesis, which formed the initial idea for Teach for America, as well as criticisms of the organization, with the ‘Prince.’

Kopp discussed her senior thesis, which formed the initial idea for Teach for America, as well as criticisms of the organization, with the ‘Prince.’

NEWS | 05/29/2022

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Wendy Kopp ’89 speaks on activism, service, impact at 2022 Baccalaureate Ceremony

Wendy Kopp ’89 speaks on activism, service, impact at 2022 Baccalaureate Ceremony

Lia Opperman

“For your generation that is more aware of and passionate about tackling injustice than any before, my hope is that you will recognize that your time is your biggest asset, and that driven by your values and the purpose of shaping a better future, you’ll be intentional and conscious about where to put your energy,” Kopp said. 

“For your generation that is more aware of and passionate about tackling injustice than any before, my hope is that you will recognize that your time is your biggest asset, and that driven by your values and the purpose of shaping a better future, you’ll be intentional and conscious about where to put your energy,” Kopp said. 

NEWS | 05/27/2022

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Dr. Anthony Fauci delivers keynote address at 2022 Class Day

Dr. Anthony Fauci delivers keynote address at 2022 Class Day

Gabriel Robare

Fauci, who has become a national figure during his time as an advisor to the U.S. government during the COVID-19 pandemic, spoke on the pandemic, the nation’s response to it, and racial equity.

Fauci, who has become a national figure during his time as an advisor to the U.S. government during the COVID-19 pandemic, spoke on the pandemic, the nation’s response to it, and racial equity.

NEWS | 05/27/2022

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275th Commencement ceremony celebrates the Class of 2022

275th Commencement ceremony celebrates the Class of 2022

Bailey Glenetske

1,234 undergraduate degrees and 655 graduate degrees were awarded; the graduates represent 49 U.S. states and more than 60 countries. Approximately 18 percent of the class are first-generation college students.

1,234 undergraduate degrees and 655 graduate degrees were awarded; the graduates represent 49 U.S. states and more than 60 countries. Approximately 18 percent of the class are first-generation college students.

NEWS | 05/25/2022

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Princeton dismisses professor Joshua Katz ‘effective immediately’ after U. investigation finds policy violations

Princeton dismisses professor Joshua Katz ‘effective immediately’ after U. investigation finds policy violations

Evelyn Doskoch and Paige Cromley

The decision follows last week’s reported recommendation for dismissal by University President Christopher L. Eisgruber ’83 and two separate University investigations into Katz’s misconduct.

The decision follows last week’s recommendation from University President Christopher L. Eisgruber ’83 and two separate University investigations into Katz’s misconduct.

NEWS | 05/23/2022

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Eisgruber defends free speech policy, discusses mental health crisis in annual alumni address

Eisgruber defends free speech policy, discusses mental health crisis in annual alumni address

Hope Perry

University President Christopher L. Eisgruber ’83 also spoke on fossil fuel divestment, as well as possible future growth of University financial aid policy, in his speech. 

University President Christopher L. Eisgruber ’83 also spoke on fossil fuel divestment, as well as possible future growth of University financial aid policy, in his speech. 

NEWS | 05/22/2022

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Naomi Hess ’22 elected 2022 Young Alumni Trustee

Naomi Hess ’22 elected 2022 Young Alumni Trustee

Anika Buch and Isabel Yip

Hess was elected from a pool of three candidates to serve on the University’s Board of Trustees and represent the Class of 2022 during her four-year term.

Hess was elected from a pool of three candidates to serve on the University’s Board of Trustees and  represent the Class of 2022 during her four-year term.

NEWS | 05/20/2022

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Eisgruber recommends Joshua Katz’s dismissal after University investigation finds violations of faculty rules: reports

Eisgruber recommends Joshua Katz’s dismissal after University investigation finds violations of faculty rules: reports

Evelyn Doskoch and Paige Cromley

Eisgruber made the recommendation to the University Board of Trustees in a letter dated May 10 based on a November report by Dean of the Faculty Gene Jarrett, according to a copy of his letter reviewed by the Journal.

Eisgruber made the recommendation to the University Board of Trustees in a letter dated May 10 based on a November report by Dean of the Faculty Gene Jarrett, according to a copy of his letter reviewed by the Journal.

NEWS | 05/20/2022

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Princeton campus mourns the deaths of two undergraduate students, Jazz Chang ’23 and Justin Lim ’25, within one week

Princeton campus mourns the deaths of two undergraduate students, Jazz Chang ’23 and Justin Lim ’25, within one week

Katherine Dailey

Students were informed of the passing of Jazz Chang '23 on May 13 and, only five days later, the passing of Justin Lim '25 on May 18. 

Students were informed of the passing of Jazz Chang '23 on May 13 and, only five days later, the passing of Justin Lim '25 on May 18. 

NEWS | 05/19/2022

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Princeton Committee on Palestine holds Nakba Day vigil for Al Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Akleh

Princeton Committee on Palestine holds Nakba Day vigil for Al Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Akleh

Gabriel Robare and Hope Perry

Organizers gathered in front of Nassau Hall, held a Palestinian flag, and several wore keffiyehs. President of the Princeton Committee on Palestine Eric Periman ’23 spoke and invited community members to  mourn Abu Akleh’s death. 

Organizers gathered in front of Nassau Hall, held a Palestinian flag, and several wore keffiyehs. President of the Princeton Committee on Palestine Eric Periman ’23 spoke and invited community members to  mourn Abu Akleh’s death. 

NEWS | 05/17/2022

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University investigates Princeton Gerrymandering Project's Sam Wang for research misconduct, toxic workplace

University investigates Princeton Gerrymandering Project's Sam Wang for research misconduct, toxic workplace

Lia Opperman

The University “knows of no credible allegations of data manipulation” based on its initial review and denied the New Jersey Globe’s claims of a pending Title IX complaint against Princeton Gerrymandering Project Director Sam Wang.

The University “knows of no credible allegations of data manipulation” based on its initial review and denied the New Jersey Globe’s claims of a pending Title IX complaint against Princeton Gerrymandering Project Director Sam Wang.

NEWS | 05/15/2022

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Princeton summer journalism program to remain virtual in 2022, as theater program returns to in person

Princeton summer journalism program to remain virtual in 2022, as theater program returns to in person

Aidan Iacobucci

Interim housing is only available to students who will be directly involved in Reunions in some way, either by performing or working. The Princeton Summer Theatre has been allocated 30 beds for the program.

Interim housing is only available to students who will be directly involved in Reunions in some way, either by performing or working. The Princeton Summer Theatre has been allocated 30 beds for the program.

NEWS | 05/13/2022

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20 years in the making: An inside look on Paul Chirik’s novel ammonia synthesis process

20 years in the making: An inside look on Paul Chirik’s novel ammonia synthesis process

Mahya Fazel-Zarandi

In a March issue of Nature Synthesis, chemistry professor Paul Chirik’s lab reported a novel and environmentally sustainable method of creating ammonia, a finding that he said he has been after for his entire research career. 

In a March issue of Nature Synthesis, chemistry professor Paul Chirik’s lab reported a novel and environmentally sustainable method of creating ammonia, a finding that he said he has been after for his entire research career. 

NEWS | 05/13/2022

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On a 'post-Roe era': Princeton professors, alumni in Congress react to leaked SCOTUS opinion draft

On a 'post-Roe era': Princeton professors, alumni in Congress react to leaked SCOTUS opinion draft

Naomi Hess and Lia Opperman

As the nation grapples with the fallout of the leak, The Daily Princetonian spoke with professors in the history and politics departments and the School of Public and International Affairs (SPIA), as well as alumni serving in Congress, about their opinions on the draft leak.

As the nation grapples with the fallout of the leak, The Daily Princetonian spoke with professors in the history and politics departments and the School of Public and International Affairs (SPIA), as well as alumni serving in Congress, about their opinions on the draft leak.

NEWS | 05/12/2022

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Princeton student and alumna win 2022 Pulitzer Prizes for Journalism

Princeton student and alumna win 2022 Pulitzer Prizes for Journalism

Miguel Gracia-Zhang, Izzy Jacobson, and Lia Opperman

Jennifer Senior ’91 and Marie-Rose Sheinerman ’23, current Editor-in-Chief of the ‘Prince,’ were awarded the prize for 2022.

Jennifer Senior ’91 and Marie-Rose Sheinerman ’23, current Editor-in-Chief of the ‘Prince,’ were awarded the prize for 2022.

NEWS | 05/12/2022

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Alumni free speech group says faculty committee upheld complaint against University related to Joshua Katz

Alumni free speech group says faculty committee upheld complaint against University related to Joshua Katz

Paige Cromley

Princetonians for Free Speech claims that according to sources it has been in contact with, an appeal filed by eight Princeton professors last fall has been upheld by the Princeton Committee on Conference and Faculty Appeal, though the official decision is yet to be released. 

Princetonians for Free Speech claims that according to sources it has been in contact with, an appeal filed by eight Princeton professors last fall has been upheld by the Princeton Committee on Conference and Faculty Appeal, though the official decision is yet to be released. 

NEWS | 05/11/2022

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