Alumni

SEC case against Nader Al-Naji ’14 dismissed after two years of legal battles

Luke Grippo

Alumni Nader Al-Naji sat down for an interview with The Daily Princetonian shortly after all charges regarding crypto fraud for his company BitClout were dismissed.

NEWS | March 18

Terence Tao GS ’96 receives James Madison Medal for mathematical contributions

Aitana Camponovo

Princeton awarded the James Madison Medal to Terence Tao GS ’96 at Alumni Day last month, recognizing his achievements in Mathematics and advancing the cause of graduate education.

NEWS | March 16

Alumni day draws over 1,000, marking Alumni Association’s bicentennial

Clara Docherty and Leela Hensler

At Alumni Day, celebrating the 200th anniversary of the Princeton University Alumni Association, more than 1,000 alumni returned to campus for awards, remembrance, and reflection on Princeton’s traditions, service, and recent renovations.

NEWS | February 24

USG and alumni campaign ‘One Too Many’ to propose mental health policy with student feedback

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USG and alumni campaign ‘One Too Many’ to propose mental health policy with student feedback

Gus Vogel

The Undergraduate Student Government Mental Health Committee and the Princeton Alumni Mental Health Coalition are writing a letter to the University with mental health policy proposals after soliciting student feedback.

NEWS | February 24

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

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

Luke Grippo

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

Piegaro, U. lawyers dispute claims over motion to dismiss

Piegaro, U. lawyers dispute claims over motion to dismiss

Luke Grippo

The University has been permitted to submit a motion to dismiss parts of Piegaro’s lawsuit against the University.

NEWS | November 21

Thomas Emens ’25, MPA ’29, elected as mayor of Jamesburg following special election

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Thomas Emens ’25, MPA ’29, elected as mayor of Jamesburg following special election

Hayk Yengibaryan

Emens — who ran on the slogan “Progress for Jamesburg” — was elected alongside Borough councilmember Samantha Rampacek, Jamesburg resident Tracey Madigan, and resident James Kozee.

NEWS | November 7

Two Princeton alumni honored as 2025 MacArthur Fellows

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Two Princeton alumni honored as 2025 MacArthur Fellows

Daphne Lewis

Two Princeton alumni, Nabarun Dasgupta ’00 and Sébastien Philippe GS ’18, have been named 2025 MacArthur Fellows for their work in health policy and peace and international security, respectively.

NEWS | October 31

Alumni celebrate Princeton’s 279th birthday at Orange and Black Day 2025

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Alumni celebrate Princeton’s 279th birthday at Orange and Black Day 2025

Aitana Camponovo

On Wednesday, Oct. 22, alumni returned to celebrate Princeton's 279th birthday on the fifth annual Orange and Black Day.

NEWS | October 23

David Piegaro ’25 sues Princeton and PSafe head, alleging retaliation for Clio incident

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David Piegaro ’25 sues Princeton and PSafe head, alleging retaliation for Clio incident

Cynthia Torres

Nearly 18 months after tumbling down the steps of Whig Hall after an altercation with Department of Public Safety head Kenneth Strother during Princeton’s ‘Gaza Solidarity Encampment,’ David Piegaro ’25 is suing Princeton University and the department chief over the incident.

NEWS | August 27

Alumni form mental health council in wake of student deaths

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Alumni form mental health council in wake of student deaths

Luke Grippo

The council hopes to work with undergraduates to push for awareness about campus resources. At least four undergraduates at Princeton have died by suicide since 2022.

NEWS | August 11

Head of DC comics among eight alumni elected to 2025–2026 Board of Trustees

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Head of DC comics among eight alumni elected to 2025–2026 Board of Trustees

Vitus Larrieu

Eight alumni have been selected to join the Board of Trustees from July 1, including president, publisher, and chief creative officer of DC Comics Jim Lee. Six former trustees ended their terms on June 30, increasing the total number of trustees to 39.

NEWS | July 13

“Open, monetizable, and loyal”: A company co–founded by a Princeton professor is breaking into AI with a new business model

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“Open, monetizable, and loyal”: A company co–founded by a Princeton professor is breaking into AI with a new business model

Hayk Yengibaryan

A Princeton professor and alumni contributors co-founded Sentient and raised $85 million to build an open, community-driven AI ecosystem featuring the “open, monetizable, and loyal” standard, global hackathons, and a vibrant developer network.

FEATURES | May 23

Associate Justice Sotomayor visits campus for conversation with Eisgruber, unveiling of new hall

President Christopher Eisgruber and Associate Justice Sonia Sotomayor sit in the center of a stage in grey chairs. The backdrop behind them has a pattern of the Princeton University shield.

Associate Justice Sotomayor visits campus for conversation with Eisgruber, unveiling of new hall

Justus Wilhoit and Leela Hensler

Sonia Sotomayor ’76 visited campus on Friday for a talk with Eisgruber and the unveiling of Sonia Sotomayor Hall. She spoke on her experience at Princeton and her life as a Supreme Court Justice.

NEWS | April 14

CPUC honors the honorable: 36 University Place to be renamed Sotomayor Hall

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CPUC honors the honorable: 36 University Place to be renamed Sotomayor Hall

Tess Weinreich and Devon Rudolph

36 University Place will be renamed in honor of U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor ’76.

NEWS | 03/25/2025

Princeton alumni in federal agencies speak out after being fired by DOGE

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Princeton alumni in federal agencies speak out after being fired by DOGE

Abby Leibowitz and Charlie Roth

Princeton alumni in federal agencies who currently work or have recently been fired from their positions reflect on DOGE’s practices.

NEWS | 03/18/2025

Alumni flock back to campus for Alumni Day 2025

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Alumni flock back to campus for Alumni Day 2025

Luke Grippo and Nikki Han

Alumni Day 2025 had the highest attendance in history. The day included an awards ceremony in the morning, a luncheon with updates on the Art Museum, and a closing reception in honor of the 75th anniversary of the Association of Princeton Graduate Alumni.

NEWS | 02/24/2025

Kagan ’81 speaks on college days, workings of Supreme Court in Alumni Day event

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Kagan ’81 speaks on college days, workings of Supreme Court in Alumni Day event

Sena Chang

In a packed Richardson Auditorium, Kagan addressed topics including the current state of the Supreme Court, her favorite case, and her time at The Daily Princetonian.

NEWS | 02/22/2025