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University set to close again, while classes may continue — here’s what’s open Monday in Princeton

The University announced on Sunday night that the campus will continue to be closed for non-essential personnel on Monday due to weather. Classes will be “held at the discretion of the instructor,” according to the University-wide announcement.

The University announced on Sunday night that the campus will continue to be closed for non-essential personnel on Monday due to weather. Classes will be “held at the discretion of the instructor,” according to the University-wide announcement.

NEWS | 2 days ago

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Mikie Sherrill sworn in as governor, two Princeton faculty served on transition teams

Mikie Sherrill was sworn in as the 57th governor of New Jersey on Jan. 20, becoming an ex officio trustee of Princeton University. Two Princeton faculty members had helped lead two of her transitions teams.

Mikie Sherrill was sworn in as the 57th governor of New Jersey on Jan. 20, becoming an ex officio trustee of Princeton University. Two Princeton faculty members had helped lead two of her transitions teams.

NEWS | 2 days ago

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

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 | 2 days ago

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NJ Transit to suspend service, University to close Sunday to non-essential personnel

NJ Transit announced a temporary shutdown of most services Saturday afternoon, and the University announced that it will close to non-essential personnel on Sunday in response to forecasts of heavy snow and hazardous travel conditions throughout Sunday.

NJ Transit announced a temporary shutdown of most services Saturday afternoon, and the University announced that it will close to non-essential personnel on Sunday in response to forecasts of heavy snow and hazardous travel conditions throughout Sunday.

NEWS | 3 days ago

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Heavy snowfall and travel disruptions expected Sunday, students permitted to move in early

Winter Storm Fern is slated to bring about a foot of snow to Princeton from early Sunday morning to Monday afternoon. In anticipation of widespread travel disruptions, the University allowed students to return to their dorms as of Thursday, with the semester beginning on Monday.

Winter Storm Fern is slated to bring about a foot of snow to Princeton from early Sunday morning to Monday afternoon. In anticipation of widespread travel disruptions, the University allowed students to return to their dorms as of Thursday, with the semester beginning on Monday.

NEWS | 5 days ago

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Numismatics Collection curator to leave in June

Curator of Numismatics and Lecturer Alan Stahl, who has overseen Princeton’s vast coin collection since 2004, will leave the University in June. Stahl oversaw significant growth in the Numismatics Collection and frequently met with classes to discuss coinage.

Curator of Numismatics and Lecturer Alan Stahl, who has overseen Princeton’s vast coin collection since 2004, will leave the University in June. During his tenure, Stahl oversaw significant growth in the Numismatics Collection and frequently met with classes to discuss coinage.

NEWS | January 19

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Beijing Bound: Five Princetonians named Schwarzman Scholars

Princetonians Margaret Miao ’26, Alex Tseng ’26, Kalena Blake ’24, Gustavo Blanco-Quiroga ’25, and Alison Lee ’24 were named Schwarzman Scholars. In August, they will head to Beijing for a fully-funded, one-year master’s program at Tsinghua University.

Princetonians Margaret Miao ’26, Alex Tseng ’26, Kalena Blake ’24, Gustavo Blanco-Quiroga ’25, and Alison Lee ’24 were named Schwarzman Scholars. In August, they will head to Beijing for a fully-funded, one-year master’s program at Tsinghua University.

NEWS | January 19

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‘Hop on. It’s free.’ Council approves design and frog mascot for Princeton Loop

The Princeton Council approved the design and branding for the rebranded Princeton Loop bus system on Jan. 12, selecting a frog mascot and the slogan “Hop on. It’s free.” The Municipality hopes to roll out new signage and bus designs in February.

The Princeton Council approved the design and branding for the rebranded Princeton Loop bus system on Jan. 12, selecting a frog mascot and the slogan “Hop on. It’s free.” The Municipality hopes to roll out new signage and bus designs in February.

NEWS | January 19

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Candidates for GSG elections talk transparency, mental health, budget

The Graduate Student Government (GSG) elections for the Executive Board are ongoing, and for the first time in two years, the presidential position is contested. The Daily Princetonian sat down with those running.

The Graduate Student Government (GSG) elections for the Executive Board are ongoing, and for the first time in two years, the presidential position is contested. The Daily Princetonian sat down with those running.

NEWS | January 18

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Princeton Police reinstates free nighttime Uber rides, future funding uncertain

A program sponsored by the Princeton Police Department, which covers Uber rides up to $15 at local businesses in order to prevent impaired driving incidents, has returned for the time being.

A program sponsored by the Princeton Police Department, which covers Uber rides up to $15 at local businesses in order to prevent impaired driving incidents, has returned for the time being.

NEWS | January 13

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Many Epstein files have been released — and two Princeton alumni have legal connections

The Daily Princetonian looked into the Epstein Files and found and spoke to two University alumni who have legal connections to the late New York financier and convicted sex offender.

The Daily Princetonian looked into the Epstein Files and found and spoke to two University alumni who have legal connections to the late New York financier and convicted sex offender.

NEWS | January 13

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Princeton researchers weigh cost of impending federal funding rule requiring public access

The Nelson Memo, released by the Biden administration in 2022, mandates that all federally funded research be made publicly available immediately following publication. Many academic journals charge hundreds or thousands of dollars extra to do so. Princeton researchers, however, don’t anticipate major changes.

The Nelson Memo, released by the Biden administration in 2022, mandates that all federally funded research be made publicly available immediately following publication. Many academic journals charge hundreds or thousands of dollars extra to do so. Princeton researchers, however, don’t anticipate major changes.

NEWS | December 31