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UHS to relocate to new Frist Health Center in January 2025

Princeton University Health Services (UHS) will move to the Frist Health Center (FHC) in January 2025 as part of ongoing efforts to improve healthcare services. Due to the transition, radiology services will pause starting Dec. 9, and both UHS — commonly referred to by students as ‘McCosh’ — and the FHC will be closed from Jan. 6 to 10.

Princeton University Health Services (UHS) will move to the Frist Health Center (FHC) in January 2025 as part of ongoing efforts to improve healthcare services. Due to the transition, radiology services will pause starting Dec. 9, and both UHS — commonly referred to by students as ‘McCosh’ — and the FHC will be closed from Jan. 6 to 10.

NEWS | December 6

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‘You physically have to connect’: Beginners, pros find a place in Ballroom Dance Club

For four decades, the Princeton Ballroom Dance Club has served as both a social and competitive organization that brings together beginners and experienced dancers alike. The Daily Princetonian attended a dance session and spoke to club members to learn more about why they have taken to the dance floor with their partners.

For four decades, the Princeton Ballroom Dance Club has served as both a social and competitive organization that brings together beginners and experienced dancers alike. The Daily Princetonian attended a dance session and spoke to club members to learn more about why they have taken to the dance floor with their partners.

FEATURES | December 3

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Fed Chair Jerome Powell ’75 selected as Princeton’s Baccalaureate Speaker

The University announced on Nov. 26 that Jerome Powell ’75, Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, would be the Baccalaureate speaker for the Class of 2025.

The University announced on Nov. 26 that Jerome Powell ’75, Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, would be the Baccalaureate speaker for the Class of 2025.

NEWS | December 2

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Interclub Council holds inaugural info session, reveals efforts to reduce Bicker competition

The Interclub Council (ICC) held its inaugural panel introducing sophomores to dining options, including eating clubs. Sophomores heard from each eating club president who revealed new changes to Street Week, including changes to Charter’s selective sign in process and club ranking.

The Interclub Council (ICC) held its inaugural panel introducing sophomores to dining options, including eating clubs. Sophomores heard from each eating club president who revealed new changes to Street Week, including changes to Charter’s selective sign in process and club ranking.

NEWS | November 25

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Opposition to weapons divestment referendum takes shape

As the vote on USG referenda approach, their opposition is taking shape. This is especially true of the controversial Referendum No. 5, which calls on the University to divest from weapons manufacturers.

As the vote on USG referenda approach, their opposition is taking shape. This is especially true of the controversial Referendum No. 5, which calls on the University to divest from weapons manufacturers.

NEWS | November 22

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Campus pub divides USG presidential candidates in debate

The 2024 USG presidential candidates Enzo Kho ’26, current USG social chair, and Uma Fox ’26, current USG treasurer, participated in a debate hosted by the Whig-Cliosophic Society and The Daily Princetonian.

The 2024 USG presidential candidates Enzo Kho ’26, current USG social chair, and Uma Fox ’26, current USG treasurer, participated in the annual debate hosted by the Whig-Cliosophic Society and The Daily Princetonian.

NEWS | November 21

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Trenton Arts founder, manager departs after nine years, peers reflect

Lou Chen ’19 is stepping down from his positions as founding director of the Trenton Youth Orchestra and manager of Trenton Arts at Princeton. The ‘Prince’ spoke with him to learn about what lies ahead for these programs.

Lou Chen ’19 is stepping down from his positions as founding director of the Trenton Youth Orchestra and manager of Trenton Arts at Princeton. The ‘Prince’ spoke with him to learn about what lies ahead for these programs.

NEWS | November 20

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New Hobson college to include halal station amid discussions on improving Muslim student life

Hobson College Dining Hall, which is set to open in 2027, will have an entire Halal-certified station. The announcement comes after years of discussions between Campus Dining and MSA to improve access to Halal dining options for Muslim students on campus.

Hobson College Dining Hall, which is set to open in 2027, will have an entire Halal-certified station. The announcement comes after years of discussions between Campus Dining and MSA to improve access to Halal dining options for Muslim students on campus.

NEWS | November 18

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USG holds abridged meeting week before elections, extends opposition referenda deadline

On Sunday, Nov. 17, the Undergraduate Student Government (USG) held an abridged meeting following its release of the referenda on the Winter 2024 USG ballot that morning. Four out of the proposed five referenda will be voted on.

On Sunday, Nov. 17, the Undergraduate Student Government (USG) held an abridged meeting following its release of the referenda on the Winter 2024 USG ballot that morning. Four out of the proposed five referenda will be voted on.

NEWS | November 18

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Students gather for first-ever ‘TigerTies’ event, celebrate cultural differences

On Saturday, Nov. 16, the Undergraduate Student Government (USG) Social Committee held its inaugural TigerTies event, intended to showcase the diversity of cultural connections on campus. The event included over 30 student group booths and was catered by 13 local restaurants.

On Saturday, Nov. 16, the Undergraduate Student Government (USG) Social Committee held its inaugural TigerTies event, intended to showcase the diversity of cultural connections on campus. The event included over 30 student group booths and was catered by 13 local restaurants.

NEWS | November 18

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Cannon Dial Elm Club readies for renovation in 2025

Cannon Dial Elm Club is currently fundraising for a renovation plan, “Thrive in ’25,” which aims to upgrade the kitchen and servery, expand the dining room, update student workspaces, and increase its competitiveness during Street Week and the bicker process. The club aims to raise $1.5 million by the end of 2024.

Cannon Dial Elm Club is currently fundraising for a renovation plan, “Thrive in ’25,” which aims to upgrade the kitchen and servery, expand the dining room, update student workspaces, and increase its competitiveness during Street Week and the bicker process. The club aims to raise $1.5 million by the end of 2024.

NEWS | November 15