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Yascha Mounk speaks at "Freedom in Danger" event in the Whig Senate Chamber.

At the event, titled “Freedom in Danger,” Johns Hopkins Professor Yascha Mounk discussed the rise of populism worldwide, U.S.-Ukraine relations under Donald Trump, identity politics, and institutional neutrality.

At the event, titled “Freedom in Danger,” Johns Hopkins Professor Yascha Mounk discussed the rise of populism worldwide, U.S.-Ukraine relations under Donald Trump, identity politics, and institutional neutrality.


A brown building with a black roof has most windows dark. The sky is dark and cloudy, and the ground has grass and gray pathways.

Students on the outs during brief power outage in upperclass housing

A power outage affecting electricity at 1903, Walker, and Feinberg Halls began on Feb. 16. Other areas of campus are also facing power outages as well as loss of hot water. Residents of 1903, Walker, and Feinberg have been offered cots in Dillon Gym for the night.

A power outage affecting electricity at 1903, Walker, and Feinberg Halls began on Feb. 16. Other areas of campus are also facing power outages as well as loss of hot water. Residents of 1903, Walker, and Feinberg have been offered cots in Dillon Gym for the night.

NEWS | February 17

A white entry-way with red and pink heart decorations fixed to it. To its right, there is a green, artificial Christmas tree decorated with red, pink, and white Valentine's day decorations.

Single this year? 10 ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day on campus with friends

Staff Writer for The Prospect Lulu Pettit offers a selection of arts, food, and other Valentines-themed activities for those who are single and spending the holiday with friends.

Staff Writer for The Prospect Lulu Pettit offers a selection of arts, food, and other Valentines-themed activities for those who are single and spending the holiday with friends.

THE PROSPECT | February 10

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

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 | January 30

Fifteen students pose for a photo with an orange and black banner that reads “LFDOC” on a snowy stone walkway lined with trees.

First day of classes kicks off with annual USG event

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 | January 27

A building is on fire with gray smoke billowing out of it.

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

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 | January 26

A sign reading "Wecome to Wintersession" stands in front of Campus Club.

Participants enjoy community building as Wintersession 2025 comes to an end

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 | January 26

Nassau Hall on a sunny day. An empty chair sits in front of the building.

Before inauguration, Princeton issues no official travel warning for international students

While various other universities advised international students to return to the United States before President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration, Princeton has not issued an official recommendation.

While various other universities advised international students to return to the U.S. before President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration, Princeton did not. The 'Prince' interviewed a number of international students of different nationalities on how they feel regarding the lack of advice.

NEWS | January 17

A self-checkout machine with a sign reading, “ATTENTION: SECURITY CAMERAS IN USE.”

U-store self-checkout closes abruptly

The unannounced removal of the self-checkout system at the U-Store’s University Place location in early November has mixed reviews among students. Allegations of theft claimed to be tied to the system’s malfunctions have led to ongoing legal disputes, according to local attorney.

The unannounced removal of the self-checkout system at the U-Store’s University Place location in early November has mixed reviews among students. Allegations of theft claimed to be tied to the system’s malfunctions have led to ongoing legal disputes, according to local attorney.

NEWS | December 20

Cardboard cutout of tiger next to a sign that reads "Undergraduate Admission Reception."

‘Dream come true’: Early action decisions released for the Class of 2029

Princeton admitted students to the Class of 2029 through Single-Choice Early Action (SCEA) on Thursday, Dec. 12. In keeping with previous years, the University did not release statistics on how many students were admitted.

Princeton admitted students to the Class of 2029 through Single-Choice Early Action (SCEA) on Thursday, Dec. 12. In keeping with previous years, the University did not release statistics on how many students were admitted.

NEWS | December 16