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Graduate student population to shrink, departments asked to trim expenses in FY2027 operating budget

Graduate student population to shrink, departments asked to trim expenses in FY2027 operating budget

Luke Grippo
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The Board of Trustees has officially approved the operating budget for the 2026–2027 fiscal year. The Daily Princetonian broke it down, as the University faces ongoing budget reduction measures.

The Board of Trustees has officially approved the operating budget for the 2026–2027 fiscal year. The Daily Princetonian broke it down, as the University faces ongoing budget reduction measures.

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

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

Kian Petlin and Nico David-Fox

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.

NEWS | February 26

U. to decommission meal swap system, eating clubs seeking alternatives

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U. to decommission meal swap system, eating clubs seeking alternatives

Justus Wilhoit, Lulu Mangriotis, and Luke Grippo

The University will decommission its digital meal exchange system next fall, shifting responsibility to the GICC and ICC to develop an alternative.

The University will decommission its digital meal exchange system next fall, shifting responsibility to the GICC and ICC to develop an alternative.

NEWS | February 23

State-of-the-art visualization lab opens at new Commons Library

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State-of-the-art visualization lab opens at new Commons Library

Elizabeth Hu

The Commons Visualization Lab, a massive 83-million-pixel, floor-to-ceiling display at the newly opened Commons Library, debuted its preeminent large-format visualization space on Feb. 10.

The Commons Visualization Lab, a massive 83-million-pixel, floor-to-ceiling display at the newly opened Commons Library, debuted its preeminent large-format visualization space on Feb. 10.

NEWS | February 17

Eisgruber discusses budget cuts, fields questions from CPUC and community

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Eisgruber discusses budget cuts, fields questions from CPUC and community

Kian Petlin and Gray Collins

University President Christopher Eisgruber ’83 spoke about his annual State of the University letter and discussed forthcoming budget reductions due to declining endowment return projections. Questions asked by the community covered various topics, including independent dining, mental health, and international students.

University President Christopher Eisgruber ’83 spoke about his annual State of the University letter and discussed forthcoming budget reductions due to declining endowment return projections. Questions asked by the community covered various topics, including independent dining, mental health, and international students.

NEWS | February 10

NJ General Assembly commemorates America’s 250th anniversary in Nassau Hall

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NJ General Assembly commemorates America’s 250th anniversary in Nassau Hall

Luke Grippo and Amaya Taylor

The New Jersey General Assembly reconvened in Nassau Hall on Thursday, marking 250 years since the legislature first met in the historic building. The ceremonial session featured state and University leaders and was met by climate change protesters outside.

The New Jersey General Assembly reconvened in Nassau Hall on Thursday, marking 250 years since the legislature first met in the historic building. The ceremonial session featured state and University leaders and was met by climate change protesters outside.

NEWS | February 6

Faculty approves Linguistics major and disciplinary reform at meeting

Dean of the College Michael Gordin speaks at the Feb. 2 Faculty meeting.

Faculty approves Linguistics major and disciplinary reform at meeting

Benedict Hooper

University faculty voted to approve the new major in Linguistics, replacing the Independent Major in the program. The meeting also approved reforms to Rights, Rules, and Responsibilities.

University faculty voted to approve the new major in Linguistics, replacing the Independent Major in the program. The meeting also approved reforms to Rights, Rules, and Responsibilities.

NEWS | February 3
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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

Snow falls across Princeton University’s campus as the Graduate College tower rises behind trees on a winter afternoon.

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

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

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