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Princeton Mayor seeks reelection, expresses worry over campus expansion

Princeton Mayor Mark Freda sits smiling at his desk in his office.

Princeton Mayor seeks reelection, expresses worry over campus expansion

Christopher Bao and Charlie Roth

Princeton Mayor Mark Freda recently announced his intention to run for reelection during a virtual press conference on Jan. 19. In an interview with The Daily Princetonian, Freda talked about the strengthening relationship between the University and the town and his worries about campus expansion’s effects on student’s experience with the town.

NEWS | February 13

USG approves fall budget in first meeting of Attar’s term

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USG approves fall budget in first meeting of Attar’s term

Alena Zhang

At the first USG meeting of the semester, USG President Avi Attar ’25 discussed his Presidents Report, Uma Fox ’26 detailed the semester budget, and new committee members voted on funding for the first time of their terms.

NEWS | February 13

Asian affinity groups gather to celebrate Lunar New Year

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Asian affinity groups gather to celebrate Lunar New Year

Matteo Torres and Elisabeth Stewart

Seven Asian affinity groups came together to celebrate Lunar New Year on Feb. 8. While each respective culture has its own traditions, this event sought to highlight the shared “concept of eating together with your loved ones."

NEWS | February 12

In highly-selective year, over 80 percent of sophomores participate in Street Week

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In highly-selective year, over 80 percent of sophomores participate in Street Week

Justus Wilhoit

Street week 2024 boasts highest participation in at least a decade. Charter emerges highly selective, and Tiger Inn pulls in more bickerees than Cap & Gown for the first time since 2001.

NEWS | February 12

Pro-Palestinian protestors gather outside Nassau Hall to call for ceasefire

Miriam Waldvogel

Last Friday, attendees of a pro-Palestine walkout in front of Nassau Hall continued calls for a ceasefire and for the University to divest its endowment from companies associated with Israel’s ongoing military campaign.

NEWS | February 12

Theme Dinners celebrate cultural backgrounds of dining hall staff

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Theme Dinners celebrate cultural backgrounds of dining hall staff

Victoria Davies

Campus Dining staff cooked and served family meals for Theme Dinners held across residential dining halls on Thursday, Feb. 8. Menu options ranged from Jamaican Chicken Curry in Whitman-Butler Dining Hall to Guatemalan beef enchiladas in Forbes to Haitian fried chicken in Rocky-Mathey Dining Hall.

NEWS | February 11

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

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

Ava Fonss

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.

NEWS | February 9

Town Council consolidates three committees into one, sparking controversy

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Town Council consolidates three committees into one, sparking controversy

Abby Leibowitz

On Jan. 8, the Princeton Town Council announced plans to consolidate the Civil Rights Commission, Human Services Commission, and Affordable Housing Board into a single 11-member committee. In a subsequent Jan. 22 Council Meeting, over 30 Princeton residents expressed opposition and frustration with this decision. The Daily Princetonian interviewed three council members to shed light on the controversial decision.

On Jan. 8, the Princeton Town Council announced plans to consolidate the civil rights commission, human services commission, and affordable housing board into a single 11-member committee. In a subsequent Jan. 22 Council Meeting, over 30 Princeton residents expressed opposition and frustration with this decision. The Daily Princetonian interviewed three council members to shed light on the controversial decision.

NEWS | February 9

Ahead of election season, Frist reinstates notifications for first-class mail

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Ahead of election season, Frist reinstates notifications for first-class mail

Gia Musselwhite

After months of student complaints, Print & Mail Services reinstated notifications for First-Class mail on Feb. 1. These changes have been supported by various students who note that notifications for checks and ballots are important and timely with the upcoming presidential election.

NEWS | February 9

Two Princeton faculty awarded humanities research grant

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Two Princeton faculty awarded humanities research grant

Bridget O'Neill and Yan Zhen Zhu

History department chair Angela Creager and anthropology professor Ryo Morimoto have received grants from the National Endowment of Humanities to continue their research at the intersection of science and technology with the humanities.

NEWS | February 8

Faith-based organizations utilize limited spaces in Murray-Dodge Hall

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Faith-based organizations utilize limited spaces in Murray-Dodge Hall

Elisabeth Stewart

The Office of Religious Life offers interfaith meditation spaces and reservable meeting rooms, but some student groups outsource to host larger celebrations and meetings.

NEWS | February 8

McCosh handles typical winter illness spike in light of expansion

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McCosh handles typical winter illness spike in light of expansion

Louisa Gheorghita

The increase in student visits comes after the news in fall 2023 that UHS is set to expand into a new health center, called Frist Health Center.

NEWS | February 7

Students talk medical dietary needs, allergy accessibility at roundtable

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Students talk medical dietary needs, allergy accessibility at roundtable

Justin Tam

Throughout this discussion, there was an emphasis on food inclusivity across all dining venues on campus and a general talk on strategies for improving wellbeing on campus for those with allergies.

NEWS | February 7

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

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

Victoria Davies

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.

NEWS | February 6

Medical examiner releases cause of death for Sophia Jones ’27

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Medical examiner releases cause of death for Sophia Jones ’27

Annie Rupertus

Content Warning: The following article includes mention of student death and suicide. University Counseling services are available at 609-258-3141, and the Suicide Prevention Lifeline is available 24/7 at 988 or +1 (800) 273-TALK (8255).

NEWS | February 5

Third annual DEI report rebuts national anti-DEI sentiment, shows new and bolstered programs

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Third annual DEI report rebuts national anti-DEI sentiment, shows new and bolstered programs

Victoria Davies and Annie Rupertus

The University published its third annual DEI report in late January. The report — broken into (1) climate, inclusion and equity, (2) academic experience, (3) access and outreach, and (4) demographic and climate data — shows minimal changes in student body makeup and a plethora of new programs focused on creating more courses that highlight historically-neglected voices and bolstering support for first generation and low income students.

NEWS | February 5

University enforces PEV policy during fire inspections

An electric scooter on wooden flooring, tagged with a reminder of the personal electric vehicle (PEV) policy. A green slip of paper in front of the scooter, confirming the dormitory received a fire inspection on Jan. 30 2024.

University enforces PEV policy during fire inspections

Elisabeth Stewart

Dormitory fire inspections resumed as spring classes commenced. Personal electric vehicles (PEVs) found in dorms have been tagged and students were told that inspectors were "checking" for scooters.

NEWS | February 5

Princeton Quantum Initiative unveils plans for new building

Christopher Bao and Matteo Torres

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.

NEWS | February 2

Narcan, fentanyl test strips now available through UHS

A white truck with the words "public safety" painted on its side is parked in front of McCosh Health Center, a red brick building, in the early evening.

Narcan, fentanyl test strips now available through UHS

Meghana Veldhuis

Fentanyl test strips and the opioid overdose reversal drug Narcan are now available in the vestibule of McCosh Health Center. Students can also sign up online to have these items delivered to their Frist mailbox.

NEWS | February 1

New classes match recent trend in parity across departments and focus on cultural studies

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New classes match recent trend in parity across departments and focus on cultural studies

Elisabeth Stewart

With just over a week until the add/drop deadline, the 'Prince' looks at the 197 new courses being offered this semester.

NEWS | February 1

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