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Palestinian restaurant chain Ayat opens in Princeton

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Palestinian restaurant chain Ayat opens in Princeton

Sena Chang and Cynthia Torres

Ayat, a New York City-based restaurant chain serving traditional Palestinian dishes, opened its first New Jersey location on Oct. 8. Amid the ongoing war in Gaza, the chain’s political activism both online and in the restaurant has garnered controversy.

NEWS | October 30

Disagreement between University and postdocs over open bargaining at first meeting

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Disagreement between University and postdocs over open bargaining at first meeting

Maya Mukherjee and Meghana Veldhuis

Due to a lack of an agreement over observers for the meeting, representatives from the University would not engage with members of the Princeton University Postdocs and Scholars-United Auto Workers union at a scheduled contract negotiation session on Tuesday, Oct. 29.

NEWS | October 30

UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese addresses Gaza, antisemitism allegations in SPIA talk

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UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese addresses Gaza, antisemitism allegations in SPIA talk

Eojin Park

Albanese, the UN Special Rapporteur for Palestine, joins the Dean’s Leadership series to discuss the ongoing Middle East conflict, amid intense personal controversy.

NEWS | October 30

Where do the six BOE candidates stand on LGBTQ+ rights, book bans, and superintendent turnover?

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Where do the six BOE candidates stand on LGBTQ+ rights, book bans, and superintendent turnover?

Sena Chang and Christopher Bao

All candidates expressed opposition to book bans, but differed on the rights of transgender students and LGBTQ+ curriculum. The board will also oversee the search for a new superintendent in the coming year.

NEWS | October 29

Princeton’s Making an Exoneree course frees second person in two years

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Princeton’s Making an Exoneree course frees second person in two years

Annie Rupertus

This Friday, Anthony “Tony” Mills became the second person to be released from prison after participating in Princeton’s Making an Exoneree program. The course tasks undergraduates with reinvestigating cases of people who have been wrongfully incarcerated and fighting for their release.

NEWS | October 29

Five affinity groups host voting event aiming to increase turnout

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Five affinity groups host voting event aiming to increase turnout

Doug Schwartz

On Oct. 23, the Asian-American Students Association (AASA), Black Student Union (BSU), Center for Jewish Life (CJL), Princeton African Students Association (PASA), and Princeton Latin American Student Association (PLASA) hosted a “CHOMP the Vote” event intended to increase turnout. The event was sponsored by APIAVote, a non-partisan civic engagement organization.

NEWS | October 29

Mark Freda running unopposed for re-election in Princeton

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Mark Freda running unopposed for re-election in Princeton

Cynthia Torres and Leela Hensler

Princeton mayor Mark Freda is running unopposed for re-election this fall. However, he is facing controversy due to his role in a lawsuit regarding a stolen car chase that killed two people. The Daily Princetonian sat down with Freda to learn more.

NEWS | October 29

Grad students satisfied with 12 free meals pilot, call for location expansion amid overcrowding

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Grad students satisfied with 12 free meals pilot, call for location expansion amid overcrowding

Sena Chang

Following the program’s debut on Aug. 25, the 12 Free Meals Pilot Program for graduate students was received with largely positive reactions. However, some students have expressed concerns with overcrowding in the Graduate School dining hall, and advocate for the program’s expansion.

NEWS | October 29

Princeton invites refugee families for largest pumpkin carving festival to date

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Princeton invites refugee families for largest pumpkin carving festival to date

Eojin Park

On Oct. 26, the Office of Religious Life held its annual pumpkin carving event for local refugee families. This year, 300 families took part, making it the largest yet.

NEWS | October 29

Academic deans introduce new final assessment and senior thesis credit policy at USG meeting

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Academic deans introduce new final assessment and senior thesis credit policy at USG meeting

Devon Rudolph

The first USG meeting after fall break was held on Sunday, Oct. 27. Deans Caswell and Swanson discussed upcoming changes to academic policy for Spring 2025, including various adjustments to exam timetables and schedules. Army ROTC student Vincent Jiang ’25 spoke to USG about his experience in the program and how Princeton could better support ROTC students.

NEWS | October 28

Pro-Palestine ‘Community Care Day’ protest defies Cannon Green site ban, U. turns a blind eye

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Pro-Palestine ‘Community Care Day’ protest defies Cannon Green site ban, U. turns a blind eye

Sophie Brissett and Isabella Dail

Pro-Palestine protesters disrupted Community Care Day on Friday with a protest on Cannon Green, marking the first demonstration on the lawn since the University explicitly banned protests there in August.

NEWS | October 28

SPIA strengthens its commitment to providing students with public service careers

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SPIA strengthens its commitment to providing students with public service careers

Eojin Park

Recently, SPIA has pushed reimagined efforts to encourage students to pursue public service careers, including an “Undergraduate Policy Day in Washington” trip to SPIA in Washington.

NEWS | October 28

‘I don’t feel represented by Princeton’: Students react to reinstated fossil fuel research funding

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‘I don’t feel represented by Princeton’: Students react to reinstated fossil fuel research funding

Michelle Miao and Miriam Waldvogel

On Oct. 3, the University walked back its commitment to halting funding from the fossil fuel industry, and announced that it would allow some companies to fund research that aims to improve the environment. Many students have expressed criticism of the change.

NEWS | October 25

University endowment investment returns increase, value remains the same

University endowment investment returns increase, value remains the same

Victoria Davies

The University announced Thursday that its endowment generated a 3.9 percent investment gain in FY24. However, the total amount in the endowment remains the same as last year: $34.1 billion.

NEWS | October 25

International Internship Program reduces offerings for 2025, limits students to one application

International Internship Program reduces offerings for 2025, limits students to one application

Isaac Bernstein

The Office of International Programs (OIP) is allowing students to only apply to one international internship this year, a decrease from years past. Additionally, the OIP cited concerns with rising expenses, and stated that they may be unable to send as many students abroad this year.

NEWS | October 24

‘Do you really want to live forever?’ Sci-fi author Ted Chiang talks immortality

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‘Do you really want to live forever?’ Sci-fi author Ted Chiang talks immortality

Sena Chang and Christopher Bao

In a public lecture that drew over 200 attendees, science fiction author Ted Chiang explored philosophical and ethical arguments for and against pursuing immortality, discussed biological explanations for current human longevity, and addressed scientific concerns facing society. In an era when Princeton and many other institutions are grappling with the impacts of artificial intelligence, Chiang’s lecture spoke to the risks of scientific advancement.

NEWS | October 24

‘Deeply intellectual’ and ‘curious about the world’: Remembering Joe Schein’s 109-year life

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‘Deeply intellectual’ and ‘curious about the world’: Remembering Joe Schein’s 109-year life

Isabella Dail

Doctor Joseph Schein ’37, Princeton’s then-oldest alum, passed away on May 24 at 109 years old. He was a pioneer for Jewish life on campus, and he later pursued a career in medicine. He was an active member at Princeton, participating regularly in Reunions, until he passed away.

NEWS | October 24

Angela Davis fills McCosh 50, discusses Palestine, elections, and the legacy of her activism

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Angela Davis fills McCosh 50, discusses Palestine, elections, and the legacy of her activism

Nikki Han

In a public lecture given on the evening of Tuesday Oct. 22, Angela Davis reflected on the importance of voting in elections, solidarity in politics including support for Palestine, and her end goal of revolution.

NEWS | October 23

Students report delays, high prices in first semester with eCampus bookstore

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Students report delays, high prices in first semester with eCampus bookstore

Hayk Yengibaryan

The fall semester has seen the introduction of the eCampus online bookstore after the University ended its partnership with Labyrinth in April. Students report being dissatisfied with the new system, reporting shipping delays and higher prices than other purchasing options.

NEWS | October 23

At closed meeting, faculty postpone vote on controversial proposals to April

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At closed meeting, faculty postpone vote on controversial proposals to April

Olivia Sanchez

At a closed meeting on Oct. 21, faculty members voted to postpone voting on three proposals, and agreed to establish an ad-hoc committee to research faculty-wide statements on political issues.

NEWS | October 22

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