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U. under federal investigation for antisemitism after complaint by conservative activist

The U.S. Department of Education launched an investigation into the University on Wednesday, April 3 regarding antisemitism on campus following a January complaint. Princeton joins other universities, including Harvard and Yale, who are also facing antisemitism investigations in recent months by the Department’s Office of Civil Rights.

The U.S. Department of Education launched an investigation into the University on Wednesday, April 3 regarding antisemitism on campus following a January complaint. Princeton joins other universities, including Harvard and Yale, who are also facing antisemitism investigations in recent months by the Department’s Office of Civil Rights.

Princeton Trustees adopt 2024–25 budget, increasing financial aid

On March 29, Princeton University Trustees adopted an operating budget for the upcoming academic year, highlighting an expansion of the financial aid program.

On March 29, Princeton University Trustees adopted an operating budget for the upcoming academic year, highlighting an expansion of the financial aid program.

Princeton to aim for 70 percent financial aid, 22 percent Pell Grant eligibility for undergraduate enrollment

The University will aim to increase enrollment of financial aid-eligible students by three percent. The new recommendations aimed at increasing socioeconomic diversity came out of an ad hoc committee of the Board of Trustees that formed following the Supreme Court’s overturning of affirmative action last year.

The University will aim to increase enrollment of financial aid-eligible students by three percent. The new recommendations aimed at increasing socioeconomic diversity came out of an ad hoc committee of the Board of Trustees that formed following the Supreme Court’s overturning of affirmative action last year.

27 Young Alumni Trustee candidates announcement; represent multidimensional class

A University press release to The Daily Princetonian has unveiled the 27 members of the Class of 2024 who are eligible for the primary elections for the Class of 2024’s Young Alumni Trustee (YAT). Eligibility requirements have changed this year, with the new rules being more in line with the no campaigning rule.

A University press release to The Daily Princetonian has unveiled the 27 members of the Class of 2024 who are eligible for the primary elections for the Class of 2024’s Young Alumni Trustee (YAT). Eligibility requirements have changed this year, with the new rules being more in line with the no campaigning rule.

CPUC discusses renewed mental health nonprofit partnership, proposes to set policy on recording meetings

At the meeting of the Council of the Princeton University Community on Monday, March 18, the committee discussed the University’s mental health initiatives, the third annual Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Report, and introduced a potential new policy that would prohibit video recording of future CPUC meetings.

At the Monday, March 18 meeting of the Council of the Princeton University Community, the committee discussed the University’s mental health initiatives, the third annual Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Report, and introduced a potential new policy that would prohibit video recording of future CPUC meetings.

Eisgruber faces questions on mental health at CPUC meeting

Council members and members of the audience raised concerns about academics' intersection with mental health, additional support for first-generation students, and coverage of mental healthcare treatment.

Council members and members of the audience raised concerns about academics' intersection with mental health, additional support for first-generation students, and coverage of mental healthcare treatment.

Long-term future of Princeton test-optional policy unclear as Dartmouth reinstates requirement

Dartmouth announced this week that it will reinstate its standardized testing requirement for the upcoming college admissions cycle. Princeton remains test-optional for at least two more admissions cycles.

Dartmouth announced this week that they it reinstate its standardized testing requirement for the upcoming college admissions cycle. Princeton remains test-optional for at least two more admissions cycles.

NCO FAQs updated to reflect policy change following FIRE, ADL letter to Eisgruber

Following a Jan. 25 letter from the free speech group Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE) and the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), Princeton University updated the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for No Communication Orders and No Contact Orders (NCOs) on Jan. 26.

Following a Jan. 25 letter from the free speech group Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE) and the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), Princeton University updated the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for No Communication Orders and No Contact Orders (NCOs) on Jan. 26.

Princeton Quantum Initiative unveils plans for new building

Princeton’s Board of Trustees recently presented plans for a Quantum Institute for Quantum Science and Engineering building to the town council. The project features sustainable design as part of the University’s goal of net-zero emissions by 2046.

Princeton’s Board of Trustees recently presented plans for a Quantum Institute for Quantum Science and Engineering building to the town council. The project features sustainable design as part of the University’s goal of net-zero emissions by 2046.

Free speech group, ADL weigh in on no-contact orders against conservative student journalists

The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression and the Anti-Defamation League addressed a letter to Eisgruber claiming that some community members have leveraged no-contact and no-communication orders (NCOs) to “censor student journalists.” The letter references two orders against writers for the conservative publication The Princeton Tory.

The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression and the Anti-Defamation League addressed a letter to Eisgruber claiming that some community members have leveraged no-contact and no-communication orders (NCOs) to “censor student journalists.” The letter references two orders against writers for the conservative publication The Princeton Tory.

Eisgruber defends diversity, excellence, and free speech in eighth State of the University letter

In the letter, Eisgruber commented on the congressional hearing involving MIT, Penn, and Harvard and their responses to antisemitism, defended free speech, and emphasized his belief that great diversity and academic excellence can coexist.

In the letter, Eisgruber commented on the congressional hearing involving MIT, Penn, and Harvard and their responses to antisemitism, defended free speech, and emphasized his belief that great diversity and academic excellence can coexist.

Princeton affirms commitment to DEI after information about several employees shared

“We have been in touch with those affected by this incident to offer [our] support,” Vice Provost for Institutional Equity and Diversity Michele Minter wrote in a statement to The Daily Princetonian.

“We are very concerned about the increasing use of doxing as a strategy to harass members of our community. We have been in touch with those affected by this incident to offer to support,” University spokesperson Michael Hotchkiss wrote in an email to The Daily Princetonian.

Early action decisions released, marking next phase of student body expansion

Princeton admitted students to the Class of 2028 on Dec. 14 as part of its Single-Choice Early Action round. Princeton's next class, admitted during a time of change for admissions offices across the country, will arrive on campus amidst significant changes to campus infrastructure as the student body continues to expand.

Princeton admitted students to the Class of 2028 on Dec. 14 as part of its Single-Choice Early Action round. Princeton's next class, admitted during a time of change for admissions offices across the country, will arrive on campus amidst significant changes to campus infrastructure as the student body continues to expand.

Eisgruber issues statement in response to congressional hearings on antisemitism

In the statement, Eisgruber condemned antisemitic speech on campus, highlighted Princeton’s robust free speech protections, and emphasized the responsibility of the institution to push back on hateful speech.

In the statement, Eisgruber condemned antisemitic speech on campus, highlighted Princeton’s robust free speech protections, and the responsibility of the institution to push back on hateful speech.

Lawsuit from former employee against Princeton’s COVID-19 masking policies ends in dismissal

The University defeated former employee Kate McKinley for the second time in a case alleging harassment and wrongful termination due to religious objection to COVID-19 policies. This decision will not allow for further amendments.

The University defeated former employee Kate McKinley for the second time in a case alleging harassment and wrongful termination in response to her claimed religious objection to COVID-19 policies. This decision will not allow for further amendments.

Redesigned FAFSA can be filled out in about 10 minutes, Princeton aid levels won’t change

The newly simplified FAFSA form is supposed to take only 10 minutes.

Scooters banned from campus after August restrictions found ineffective

Personal Electric Vehicles (PEVs) will be fully banned on campus starting Jan. 25, 2024. The policy is stricter than current rules, which restrict PEV use during hours and at specific speeds within the restricted zone.

Personal Electric Vehicles (PEVs) will be fully banned on campus starting Jan. 25, 2024. The policy is stricter than current rules, which restrict PEV use during hours and at specific speeds within the restricted zone.

As admissions changes debated, Princeton admits students through QuestBridge

Students accepted to the class of 2028 through QuestBridge received application decisions on Friday. QuestBridge reported that, out of 20,800 applicants and 6,683 finalists, 2,242 students were matched with QuestBridge partner universities this year. 

Students accepted to the class of 2028 through QuestBridge received application decisions on Friday. QuestBridge reported that, out of 20,800 applicants and 6,683 finalists, 2,242 students were matched with QuestBridge partner universities this year. 

Princeton program sponsors internship with Adjaye-affiliated firm despite sexual assault claims

One of the internships offered this year through the International Internship Program (IIP) is a position with Adjaye Associates, a globally renowned architectural firm based in Accra, Ghana.

This summer, The Financial Times reported on a series of sexual assault allegations against Adjaye, all leveled by women who had worked under him.

Student employment sees no decline after eliminated student contribution, wages to increase in January

In the first semester since the University eliminated the student contribution from financial aid packages, data show that the percentage of students working campus jobs is at least as high as it was last Fall.

In the first semester since the University eliminated the student contribution from financial aid packages, data show that the percentage of students working campus jobs is at least as high as it was last Fall.