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‘At a disadvantage’: Faculty and military community members condemn new DOD policy

Following Hegseth’s decision to end graduate programs for active-duty service members at Princeton and other top universities, concerns have been expressed about the impacts this policy will have on service members.

Following Hegseth’s decision to end graduate programs for active-duty service members at Princeton and other top universities, concerns have been expressed about the impacts this policy will have on service members.

FEATURES | March 11

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I’ll be home for Christmas — and then exams

From 1940 to 2020, the University conducted reading period and exam week after winter break. Alumni and current students reflected on the inconveniences posed by this exam schedule.

From 1940 to 2020, the University conducted reading period and exam week after winter break. Alumni and current students reflected on the inconveniences posed by this exam schedule.

FEATURES | February 13

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At the Liechtenstein Institute on Self-Determination, students set diplomacy in motion

At Princeton, LISD occupies a singular role in international affairs as an intersection of academics and policymaking. Marking its 25th anniversary last year, LISD continues to adapt to modern-day challenges to self-determination.

At Princeton, LISD occupies a singular role in international affairs as an intersection of academics and policymaking. Marking its 25th anniversary last year, LISD continues to adapt to modern-day challenges to self-determination.

FEATURES | January 30

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‘What’s a Hindu chaplain?’ For Dean Vineet Chander, it’s about authenticity

Dean Vineet Chander, Assistant Dean in the Office of Religious Life overseeing the Hindu Life Program, is the first ever Hindu chaplain on a U.S. college campus. His unconventional path to chaplaincy and imaginative approach to the role allow him to lead Princeton’s Hindu community with flexibility and authenticity.

FEATURES | December 19

A rectangular orange sign reading "Defend Historic Princeton" in black lettering is planted on the lawn outside a home. Behind it, another sign, reading "Affordable Housing" with a green check mark, and "Luxury Hi-Rise Apartment Buildings Apartment BLDGS" with a red ex mark, is visible.

To defend or expand? That is the question for one controversial Princeton development

On the grounds Princeton Theological Seminary’s former Tennent Roberts Campus, a development of a new apartment complex has been proposed. Here at 108 Stockton Street, a conflict steeped in years of history plays out between the municipality, which is seeking to grow and to meet its affordable housing obligations, and the local Princeton residents who oppose it.

On the grounds Princeton Theological Seminary’s former Tennent Roberts Campus, a development of a new apartment complex has been proposed. Here at 108 Stockton Street, a conflict steeped in years of history plays out between the municipality, which is seeking to grow and to meet its affordable housing obligations, and the local Princeton residents who oppose it.

FEATURES | December 16

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Princeton University Ballet seeks to push boundaries in its latest piece and beyond

For the first time in the nearly 20 years since its founding, Princeton University Ballet is being led by Black women. The dance company has become a stronghold of female leadership in a profession where men often end up in charge, and is a draw for high school ballet dancers across the country. In PUB’s fall show, Sombra, the leaders brought to life themes of pain and struggle, experimenting with lighting and costuming, and showcasing the multifaceted nature of ballet. 

For the first time in the nearly 20 years since its founding, Princeton University Ballet is being led by Black women. The dance company has become a stronghold of female leadership in a profession where men often end up in charge, and is a draw for high school ballet dancers across the country. In PUB’s fall show, Sombra, the leaders brought to life themes of pain and struggle, experimenting with lighting and costuming, and showcasing the multifaceted nature of ballet. 

FEATURES | December 16

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The rise and fall of Hoagie Haven

Hoagie Haven, the once popular late-night destination for Princeton students, has faded into a nostalgic memory. However, it remains a favorite of town residents and alumni. The Daily Princetonian dove deep into the origins, rise, and fall of ‘The Haven’ to ask: Where have all the hoagies gone?

Hoagie Haven, the once popular late-night destination for Princeton students, has faded into a nostalgic memory. However, it remains a favorite of town residents and alumni. The Daily Princetonian dove deep into the origins, rise, and fall of ‘The Haven’ to ask: Where have all the hoagies gone?

ARCHIVES | December 4

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‘How can we look and not see?’ Morven Museum reckons with history of slavery in New Jersey

On Nov. 6, Morven Museum and Gardens (Morven) opened an exhibit called “Northern Families, Southern Ties.” This exhibit investigates the prevalence of slavery in Princeton, particularly at Morven, reflecting Morven’s newfound commitment to telling more diverse stories.

On Nov. 6, Morven Museum and Gardens (Morven) opened an exhibit called “Northern Families, Southern Ties.” This exhibit investigates the prevalence of slavery in Princeton, particularly at Morven, reflecting Morven’s newfound commitment to telling more diverse stories.

FEATURES | December 3

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For Army ROTC, this is just a warmup

Before you wake up, Army ROTC members are running across a track field wearing a 20-pound vest. For them, ROTC is training for life beyond Princeton, which they balance alongside courseloads, sports, and extracurriculars. 

Before you wake up, Army ROTC members are running across a track field wearing a 20-pound vest. For them, ROTC is training for life beyond Princeton, which they balance alongside courseloads, sports, and extracurriculars.

FEATURES | November 24