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Ad hoc committee for independent legal resources announced at weekly USG meeting

A screen reads "President's report. April 6th, 2025." There are brown wooden desks around the screen. A few people are sitting at the desks with their computers open.

Ad hoc committee for independent legal resources announced at weekly USG meeting

Andrew Arthur and Devon Rudolph

During this week’s Undergraduate Student Government (USG) meeting, USG President Enzo Kho ’26 announced the passing of the Civil Liberties Resolution and the creation of an ad hoc committee which is set to establish independent legal resources for students impacted.

NEWS | 14 hours ago

Roots in institutional memory: USG leadership reflect on first three months in office

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Roots in institutional memory: USG leadership reflect on first three months in office

Andrew Arthur

In an interview with the ‘Prince,’ USG President Enzo Kho ’26 and Vice President Aishwarya Swamidurai ’26 discussed structural reforms, communication efforts, and long-term goals.

NEWS | 3 days ago

USG debates civil liberties statements behind closed doors, hears quarterly report

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USG debates civil liberties statements behind closed doors, hears quarterly report

Cynthia Torres and Andrew Arthur

The Undergraduate Student Government (USG) Senate convened on Sunday for the quarterly report. USG President Enzo Kho ’26 reported meeting with University President Christopher Eisgruber ’83 but did not disclose details of the meeting.

NEWS | March 31

Lawnparties headliner to be announced April 9, committee presentations at USG meeting

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Lawnparties headliner to be announced April 9, committee presentations at USG meeting

Andrew Arthur

At the regular weekly meeting of the Undergraduate Student Government (USG), the committee chairs presented on the work they have done so far. The Social Committee Chair confirmed that a Lawnparties headliner has been decided, although will not be announced until April 9.

At the regular weekly meeting of the Undergraduate Student Government (USG), the committee chairs presented on the work they have done so far. Social Committee Chair confirmed that a Lawnparties headliner has been decided, although will not be announced until April 9.

NEWS | March 24

USG passes election rules and discusses budget allocations

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USG passes election rules and discusses budget allocations

Andrew Arthur

On Sunday, March 16, USG Senate met to discuss budget allocations and passed proposed election rule amendments.

NEWS | March 16

USG Senate addresses election rules and DEI

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USG Senate addresses election rules and DEI

Andrew Arthur

USG Senate convened to share updates on the Project Board and election rule changes, and answer student questions on DEI.

The Undergraduate Student Government (USG) convened to announce that a location had been secured for the 2025 reunion, discuss the project Board funding process, propose changes to election rules, and answer student questions about DEI updates.

NEWS | March 3

USG Senate discusses rejuvenation of working groups, student life committee, constitutional amendment

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USG Senate discusses rejuvenation of working groups, student life committee, constitutional amendment

Andrew Arthur

The third meeting of the Undergraduate Student Government (USG) of the semester focused on creating longevity of working groups, a preview of the March 17 Undergraduate Student Life Committee (USLC) meeting, and an amendment to USG attendance policy.

NEWS | February 23

USG Senate talks budget allocations and role of communications committee

USG Senate talks budget allocations and role of communications committee

Andrew Arthur

At the second USG meeting of the spring semester, discussions included the establishment of a Communications Committee, student group recognition changes, and TigerApps funding.

NEWS | February 17

First USG meeting of the semester focuses on 50th anniversary year, budget review

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First USG meeting of the semester focuses on 50th anniversary year, budget review

Andrew Arthur

The Undergraduate Student Government (USG) Senate met for the first time this semester to review the budget for the semester. A decrease in the budget for Lawnparties accompanies increases to the student activities fee and budgets for other committees.

NEWS | February 10

USG wrapped: Senate ends fall semester with reflection on the year, committee updates

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USG wrapped: Senate ends fall semester with reflection on the year, committee updates

Alena Zhang

Reported achievements include the Mental Health Committee successfully reducing copays for mental health services, the Social Committee hosting one of the most expensive Lawnparties yet, and a continued trend of increasing election competition and turnout in elections.

NEWS | December 10

USG discusses Title IX and approves funding for Dean’s Date event

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USG discusses Title IX and approves funding for Dean’s Date event

Andrew Arthur

In addition to discussing Title IX and Social Committee funding, USG representatives outlined next steps for the four referenda passed last week. The USG will now prepare and deliver position papers to the University summarizing the positions of the referenda.

NEWS | December 2

In split ticket victory, Kho ’26 elected USG president, Swamidurai ’26 VP; all referenda pass

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In split ticket victory, Kho ’26 elected USG president, Swamidurai ’26 VP; all referenda pass

Victoria Davies and Christopher Bao

With 53 percent turnout, Enzo Kho ’26 and Aishwarya Swamidurai ’26 have been elected as the president and vice president, respectively, of the Undergraduate Student Government (USG) in an unusual split-ticket win. All four referenda on the ballot also passed, the USG announced on Nov. 29.

NEWS | November 29

USG presidential candidates on protest, relationship with administration

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USG presidential candidates on protest, relationship with administration

Annie Rupertus

Current USG Social Chair Enzo Kho ’26 and current USG Treasurer Uma Fox ’26 are squaring off in the USG president election this week. While Kho and Fox share broad similarities in their policy stances, nuances lie in their approaches to USG’s relationship with the administration and solutions to issues of free expression on campus.

NEWS | November 25

PSAFE discusses operations, surveillance activities at USG senate meeting

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PSAFE discusses operations, surveillance activities at USG senate meeting

Alena Zhang

The Undergraduate Student Government (USG) Senate met on Sunday to hear from PSAFE, continuing a series of administration-adjacent presentations to the body. The PSAFE presentation, led by Public Safety Associate Director of Administration Bryant Blount ’08 and Community Relations Lieutenant Sean Ryder, explained aspects of their role in student safety and law enforcement, including their surveillance uses of eduroam and cameras in investigations.

NEWS | November 25

Opposition to weapons divestment referendum takes shape

Annie Rupertus and Miriam Waldvogel

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

Campus pub divides USG presidential candidates in debate

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Campus pub divides USG presidential candidates in debate

Nico David-Fox and Laila Hartman-Sigall

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

Student government campaigning opens, presidential tickets lay out their case

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Student government campaigning opens, presidential tickets lay out their case

Devon Rudolph

The Daily Princetonian interviewed the two USG presidential tickets about how they would govern the student body. Candidates dove into their resumes and the issues most important to them.

NEWS | November 19

USG swiftly approves language for Winter 2024 referenda

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USG swiftly approves language for Winter 2024 referenda

Devon Rudolph

At the Nov. 10 USG meeting, members of the Senate unanimously approved the language of all five ballot referenda proposed for the Winter 2024 election. Students will be able to cast their ballots for these issues between Nov. 25 and Nov. 27.

NEWS | November 11

Senate to review language of five referenda proposals at next USG meeting

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Senate to review language of five referenda proposals at next USG meeting

Sena Chang

The meeting also included notice of election resources and updates on Campus and Community Affairs events.

NEWS | November 4

Academic deans introduce new final assessment and senior thesis credit policy at USG meeting

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Academic deans introduce new final assessment and senior thesis credit policy at USG meeting

Devon Rudolph

The first USG meeting after fall break was held on Sunday, Oct. 27. Deans Caswell and Swanson discussed upcoming changes to academic policy for Spring 2025, including various adjustments to exam timetables and schedules. Army ROTC student Vincent Jiang ’25 spoke to USG about his experience in the program and how Princeton could better support ROTC students.

NEWS | October 28

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