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As peer institutions consider changes, ‘no plans’ to cap A grades at Princeton

As peer institutions consider changes, ‘no plans’ to cap A grades at Princeton

Kian Petlin and Nico David-Fox
| February 26
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Despite A-range grades rising to 66.7 percent, the University has no plans to implement new grade caps or transcript changes. Dean of the College Michael Gordin confirmed that the University is not considering adjustments to grading policies, diverging from peer institutions such as Harvard and Yale.

Despite A-range grades rising to 66.7 percent, the University has no plans to implement new grade caps or transcript changes. Dean of the College Michael Gordin confirmed that the University is not considering adjustments to grading policies, diverging from peer institutions such as Harvard and Yale.

More budget cuts anticipated in annual ‘State of the University’ letter

Nassau Hall in the fall.

More budget cuts anticipated in annual ‘State of the University’ letter

Kian Petlin

President Eisgruber’s 2026 letter to the University warns of deeper multiyear budget cuts due to an $11 billion endowment shortfall and federal tax threats, while reporting a steady rise in student comfort with campus free speech.

President Eisgruber’s 2026 letter to the University warns of deeper multiyear budget cuts due to an $11 billion endowment shortfall and federal tax threats, while reporting a steady rise in student comfort with campus free speech.

NEWS | February 3

GSG mid-year report reveals overspending; new treasurer pledges transparency

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GSG mid-year report reveals overspending; new treasurer pledges transparency

David Estrada

A mid-year fiscal report revealed that the Graduate Student Government (GSG) has already exceeded its budget in three major categories. Incoming treasurer Varun Sivashankar is now pledging a shift toward financial transparency.

A mid-year fiscal report revealed that the Graduate Student Government (GSG) has already exceeded its budget in three major categories. Incoming treasurer Varun Sivashankar is now pledging a shift toward financial transparency.

NEWS | January 30

Newly renovated Marquand Library reopens in Art Museum complex

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Newly renovated Marquand Library reopens in Art Museum complex

Leela Hensler

Marquand Library of Art & Archaeology reopened its doors in the Art Museum Complex after five years of construction. The library houses over 500,000 volumes and a special collection of art and architecture materials. Along with four floors of open stacks, it features an expanded rare book reading room, providing increased accessibility for patrons.

Marquand Library of Art & Archaeology reopened its doors in the Art Museum Complex after five years of construction. The library houses over 500,000 volumes and a special collection of art and architecture materials. Along with four floors of open stacks, it features an expanded rare book reading room, providing increased accessibility for patrons.

NEWS | January 29

Some students stranded by snow storm, U. prepares to resume operations

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Some students stranded by snow storm, U. prepares to resume operations

Teresa Chen and Leela Hensler

Faced with travel disruptions, some students have been unable to return to campus for the start of the semester. The University plans to reopen facilities on Tuesday.

Faced with travel disruptions, some students have been unable to return to campus for the start of the semester. The University plans to reopen facilities on Tuesday.

NEWS | January 27
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Princeton University Library to unveil two exhibitions in spring honoring nation’s 250th anniversary

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Princeton University Library to unveil two exhibitions in spring honoring nation’s 250th anniversary

Sena Chang

In honor of the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Declaration of Independence, Princeton University Library (PUL) will open two American Revolution-themed exhibitions in the spring, the Library announced this week.

In honor of the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Declaration of Independence, Princeton University Library (PUL) will open two American Revolution-themed exhibitions in the spring, the Library announced this week.

NEWS | January 25

A-plus and failing grade reports briefly exposed by University website

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A-plus and failing grade reports briefly exposed by University website

Vitus Larrieu

The website contained reports submitted by course instructors when a student has failed or obtained an A-plus grade in the course, as well as reports on students receiving Academic Early Alerts and those being nominated for Shapiro prizes.

The website contained reports submitted by course instructors when a student has failed or obtained an A-plus grade in the course, as well as reports on students receiving Academic Early Alerts and those being nominated for Shapiro prizes.

NEWS | December 31

Israeli diplomat visits Princeton to discuss experience of Jewish students, follows Tsurkov release

Nassau Hall in autumn, viewed from a downhill path with colorful trees framing its central clock tower; historic stone facade partially obscured by foliage, with two people facing away from the camera walking towards the building.

Israeli diplomat visits Princeton to discuss experience of Jewish students, follows Tsurkov release

Luke Grippo

For the first time since the 2024 “Gaza Solidarity Encampment” at Princeton, Yuval Donio Gideon, head of the Public Policy Department of the Consulate General of Israel in New York, met with University administrators and campus rabbis to discuss the experience of Israeli and Jewish students on campus. 

For the first time since the 2024 “Gaza Solidarity Encampment” at Princeton, Yuval Donio Gideon, head of the Public Policy Department of the Consulate General of Israel in New York, met with University administrators and campus rabbis to discuss the experience of Israeli and Jewish students on campus.

NEWS | December 19

PSafe increases patrols after Brown and Sydney attacks, says no threat to Princeton

A sign surrounded by green foliage reads “200 Elm Public Safety” with an upward-pointing arrow.

PSafe increases patrols after Brown and Sydney attacks, says no threat to Princeton

Hayk Yengibaryan

The email from campus officials follows a mass shooting at Brown University that took the lives of two students and injured nine others and a terror attack at a Hanukkah celebration in Sydney. 

The email from campus officials follows a mass shooting at Brown University that took the lives of two students and injured nine others and a terror attack at a Hanukkah celebration in Sydney. 

NEWS | December 14

New policy barring most recording set to take effect Jan. 1, other details remain unclear

Nassau Hall in the fall.

New policy barring most recording set to take effect Jan. 1, other details remain unclear

Nikoloz Inashvili

There is still limited information about how the policy will be implemented, particularly regarding its enforcement and the scope of recording permissions. The University has said it will prepare future guidance.

There is still limited information about how the policy will be implemented, particularly regarding its enforcement and the scope of recording permissions. The University has said it will prepare future guidance.

NEWS | November 17

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