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Evaluating the residential college system one decade later

A decade after Princeton laid out its vision for the residential college system, the ‘Prince’ examines whether the University’s stated goals have been achieved.

A decade after Princeton laid out its vision for the residential college system, the ‘Prince’ examines whether the University’s stated goals have been achieved.

Class is in session: John McPhee ’53 returns to Joseph Henry House

John McPhee ’53 — former Ferris Professor of Journalism, staff writer for The New Yorker, and “spiritual father” of the Program in Journalism — spoke to students in a journalism course about his decades-long career in narrative nonfiction, ties to Princeton, and advice to the next generation of writers. 

John McPhee ’53 — former Ferris Professor of Journalism, staff writer for The New Yorker, and “spiritual father” of the Program in Journalism — spoke to students in a journalism course about his decades-long career in narrative nonfiction, ties to Princeton, and advice to the next generation of writers. 

From Quadrangle Club to the Federal Reserve: Princetonians reflect on Jerome Powell ’75

Jerome Powell ’75 came under fire due to a criminal investigation into cost overruns on the Federal Reserve’s Washington headquarters renovation project, an investigation that was recently dropped. Princetonians reflected on Powell’s time at Princeton, his criminal investigation, and the importance of Federal Reserve independence.

Jerome Powell ’75 came under fire due to a criminal investigation into cost overruns on the Federal Reserve’s Washington headquarters renovation project, an investigation that was recently dropped. Princetonians reflected on Powell’s time at Princeton, his criminal investigation, and the importance of Federal Reserve independence.

Two nights at the opera: Princeton Opera Company’s return to the stage

After a period of inactivity, the Princeton Opera Company put on a full show, “Gianni Schicchi” in March. Members reflected on the show’s success and their efforts to increase opera’s presence on campus.

After a period of inactivity, the Princeton Opera Company put on a full show, “Gianni Schicchi” in March. Members reflected on the show’s success and their efforts to increase opera’s presence on campus.

A Princeton ‘Jeopardy!’ mastermind: Who is Jamie Ding ’13?

Jamie Ding ’13 wins his 27th game of “Jeopardy!” in a row, solidifying his place in the top five all-time victories on the show. Ding outlines how Princeton contributed to his breadth of knowledge.

Jamie Ding ’13 wins his 27th game of “Jeopardy!” in a row, solidifying his place in the top five all-time victories on the show. Ding outlines how Princeton contributed to his breadth of knowledge.

Stories Woven Together: TEDx returns to Princeton

After years away, TedxPrincetonU hosted a conference on March 28. Eight speakers talked about various topics, ranging from AI-generated music to small acts of kindness.

After years away, TedxPrincetonU hosted a conference on March 28. Eight speakers talked about various topics, ranging from AI-generated music to small acts of kindness.

In an age of distraction, Princetonians adjust how they teach and learn

In an age of technological distractions in classrooms, professors and students reflect on the impact on learning across campus.

In an age of technological distractions in classrooms, professors and students reflect on the impact on learning across campus.

Amid the AI boom, Princetonians swap school for Silicon Valley

Princetonians are taking leaves of absence in pursuit of startups, ditching the east coast for Silicon Valley.

Princetonians are taking leaves of absence in pursuit of startups, ditching the east coast for Silicon Valley.

Collective memories in the museum collections

At the Princeton University Art Museum, The Daily Princetonian interviewed visitors who didn’t come alone. Families, couples, and affinity groups expressed that they often find greater meaning when in the company of others.

At the Princeton University Art Museum, The Daily Princetonian interviewed visitors who didn’t come alone. Families, couples, and affinity groups expressed that they often find greater meaning when in the company of others.

Socialist New Yorkers and schizophrenic literary characters: famous alumni’s senior theses

As the Class of 2026 nears their graduation, the senior theses of Princeton’s famed 20th Century alums are dug up and dusted off for one more look.

As the Class of 2026 nears their graduation, the senior theses of Princeton’s famed 20th Century alums are dug up and dusted off for one more look.

What professors and Princetonians have to say about the Iran war

Following the start of the U.S.-Iran war on Feb. 28, University community members have expressed concerns about the destruction happening in the Middle East, as well as confusion about American motivations for entering the war.

Following the start of the U.S.-Iran war on Feb. 28, University community members have expressed concerns about the destruction happening in the Middle East, as well as confusion about American motivations for entering the war.

Steven Mackey ends his Princeton career on a high note

Retiring after 41 years as a professor of music at Princeton, Steven Mackey, his friends, and students sat down with The Daily Princetonian to retrace his career as an educator and composer.

Retiring after 41 years as a professor of music at Princeton, Steven Mackey, his friends, and students sat down with The Daily Princetonian to retrace his career as an educator and composer.

From Guyot Hall To Global Health: Dr. Elizabeth Colston ’87 On Her Path To Immunology

Dr. Elizabeth Colston ’87 once walked through FitzRandolph Gate with a degree in Molecular Biology and a senior thesis on cancer cell research. Now, nearly four decades later, Colston is on the frontline of cutting-edge immunology research.

Dr. Elizabeth Colston ’87 once walked through FitzRandolph Gate with a degree in Molecular Biology and a senior thesis on cancer cell research. Now, nearly four decades later, Colston is on the frontline of cutting-edge immunology research.

‘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.

What it means to ‘fail’ at Princeton

Surrounded by abundance, excellence, and opportunity, undergraduates reflect on what failure means on campus. 

Surrounded by abundance, excellence, and opportunity, undergraduates reflect on what failure means on campus. 

‘Hegseth, do your homework’: War vet Raymond DuBois ’72 condemns Hegseth’s treatment of Ivy League

DuBois argues that universities promote critical thinking, an integral aspect of successful military leadership.

DuBois argues that universities promote critical thinking, an integral aspect of successful military leadership.

Dating algorithms help students find fun, friends, and love — sometimes

Dating algorithms have been a fun, low-stakes way for students on campus to meet new people. But have students actually been able to find love and connection?

Dating algorithms have been a fun, low-stakes way for students on campus to meet new people. But have students actually been able to find love and connection?

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.

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.

‘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.