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Department of Defense to stop funding active-duty graduate sponsorship at Princeton

Department of Defense to stop funding active-duty graduate sponsorship at Princeton

Nico David-Fox and Devon Rudolph

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth ’03 announced that the U.S. Department of Defense will end sponsorship of active-duty military students in graduate programs at Princeton University and other Ivy League institutions beginning in the 2026–27 academic year.

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth ’03 announced that the U.S. Department of Defense will end sponsorship of active-duty military students in graduate programs at Princeton University and other Ivy League institutions beginning in the 2026–27 academic year.

NEWS | 18 hours ago

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‘No threat to campus’ after identification of anonymous individual behind post referencing ‘school violence’

‘No threat to campus’ after identification of anonymous individual behind post referencing ‘school violence’

Luke Grippo and Nico David-Fox

Content Warning: This article contains references to violence and school shootings.

Content Warning: This article contains references to violence and school shootings.

NEWS | 23 hours ago

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

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 | 1 day ago

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U. to cut employee benefits following raise reductions, eliciting mixed reactions

U. to cut employee benefits following raise reductions, eliciting mixed reactions

Leela Hensler

In a series of February memos, the University informed faculty and non-union staff of raise cuts and benefit reductions for the coming fiscal year, with a decrease in personnel also on the horizon.

In a series of February memos, the University informed faculty and non-union staff of raise cuts and benefit reductions for the coming fiscal year, with a decrease in personnel also on the horizon.

NEWS | 2 days ago

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University gathers to celebrate contributions to NASA’s IMAP space mission

University gathers to celebrate contributions to NASA’s IMAP space mission

Zihan (Frank) Xu

On Thursday, Princeton University celebrated its leading role in NASA’s IMAP mission, highlighting how faculty and students are collaborating to study the boundary of our solar system and improve space weather prediction.

On Thursday, Princeton University celebrated its leading role in NASA’s IMAP mission, highlighting how faculty and students are collaborating to study the boundary of our solar system and improve space weather prediction.

NEWS | 1 day ago

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Peer Academic Advisor hours cut, resulting in lower compensation

Peer Academic Advisor hours cut, resulting in lower compensation

Ambre Van de Velde and Ryan Buschman

Peer Academic Advisors, upperclassmen who support first-year students through the residential college system, will see more than $500 cut from their total compensation for the coming academic year.

Peer Academic Advisors, upperclassmen who support first-year students through the residential college system, will see more than $500 cut from their total compensation for the coming academic year.

NEWS | 2 days ago

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Morrison, Graziosi named Behrman Professors in the Humanities, will begin term next fall

Morrison, Graziosi named Behrman Professors in the Humanities, will begin term next fall

Leela Hensler

The Humanities Council named Professor Barbara Graziosi and Professor Simon Morrison as the newest Behrman Professors in the Humanities, a three-year appointment during which the two will, among other duties, co-teach the year-long Western Humanities Sequence. 

The Humanities Council named Professor Barbara Graziosi and Professor Simon Morrison as the newest Behrman Professors in the Humanities, a three-year appointment during which the two will, among other duties, co-teach the year-long Western Humanities Sequence.

NEWS | 3 days ago

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USG approves funding for Arab-Israeli speaker, discusses the Black and LGBTQ+ student experience

USG approves funding for Arab-Israeli speaker, discusses the Black and LGBTQ+ student experience

Benedict Hooper

At the Sunday Undergraduate Student Government (USG) meeting, USG leaders approved funding for peace advocate Loay Alshareef, presented an expense report, and hosted administrators for a presentation on the Black student experience.

At the Sunday Undergraduate Student Government (USG) meeting, USG leaders approved funding for peace advocate Loay Alshareef, presented an expense report, and hosted administrators for a presentation on the Black student experience.

NEWS | 3 days ago

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Removal of invasive-species, affordable-housing ordinances discussed at Princeton Council meeting

Removal of invasive-species, affordable-housing ordinances discussed at Princeton Council meeting

Razvan Verde

At its meeting, the Princeton Council heard a proposal for a restoration project at Princeton Ridge East, an open space acquired in 2024. The council also reviewed its winter storm response and affordable-housing ordinances.

At its meeting, the Princeton Council heard a proposal for a restoration project at Princeton Ridge East, an open space acquired in 2024. The council also reviewed its winter storm response and affordable-housing ordinances.

NEWS | 3 days ago

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

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.

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 | 4 days ago

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

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. 

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 | 4 days ago

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Princeton researchers publish findings on Agouti gene in mice

Princeton researchers publish findings on Agouti gene in mice

Danielle Burke

A team of researchers led by Assistant Professor of Neuroscience Catherine Peña and Associate Professor of Molecular Biology Ricardo Mallarino found that, in African striped mice, the Agouti gene functions as an environmentally responsive switch for paternal aggression and caregiving behavior.

A team of researchers led by Assistant Professor of Neuroscience Catherine Peña and Associate Professor of Molecular Biology Ricardo Mallarino found that, in African striped mice, the Agouti gene functions as an environmentally responsive switch for paternal aggression and caregiving behavior.

NEWS | 4 days ago

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Princeton Research Day 2026 focuses on undergraduates, taking place in new art museum

Princeton Research Day 2026 focuses on undergraduates, taking place in new art museum

Haeon Lee

Princeton Research Day took place last Friday, with 152 undergraduate students presenting on a myriad of topics.

Princeton Research Day took place last Friday, with 152 undergraduate students presenting on a myriad of topics.

NEWS | 5 days ago

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

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 | 5 days ago

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2026 Pyne Prize awarded to Katie Daniels ’26 and Braeden Carroll ’26

2026 Pyne Prize awarded to Katie Daniels ’26 and Braeden Carroll ’26

Lulu Mangriotis and Vanessa Catalano

Princeton seniors Katie Daniels ’26 and Braeden Carroll ’26 awarded the University’s highest undergraduate honor, the Moses Taylor Pyne Prize, in recognition of their exceptional scholarship, leadership, and character.

Princeton seniors Katie Daniels ’26 and Braeden Carroll ’26 awarded the University’s highest undergraduate honor, the Moses Taylor Pyne Prize, in recognition of their exceptional scholarship, leadership, and character.

NEWS | 5 days ago

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Monday classes virtual or rescheduled, campus remains closed to non-essential personnel

Monday classes virtual or rescheduled, campus remains closed to non-essential personnel

Hayk Yengibaryan

All Monday classes will be virtual or rescheduled, and campus will be closed to non-essential personnel amid suspended NJ Transit service and a mandatory travel restriction issued by the New Jersey Office of Emergency Management.

All Monday classes will be canceled, and campus will be closed to non-essential personnel amid suspended NJ Transit service and a mandatory travel restriction issued by the New Jersey Office of Emergency Management.

NEWS | 5 days ago

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Blizzard to bring one to two feet of snow to Princeton starting Sunday

Blizzard to bring one to two feet of snow to Princeton starting Sunday

Hayk Yengibaryan

A strong nor’easter will hit Princeton beginning Sunday morning and continuing through Monday afternoon. There is currently one to two feet of snow forecasted for the area.

A strong nor’easter will hit Princeton beginning Sunday morning and continuing through Monday afternoon. There is currently one to two feet of snow forecasted for the area.

NEWS | 6 days ago

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Princeton Professor Sam Wang discusses platform in congressional race

Princeton Professor Sam Wang discusses platform in congressional race

Oliver Wu and Emily Murphy

Princeton neuroscience professor Sam Wang, who is running in N.J.-12, sat down with the ‘Prince’ to discuss his campaign platform. Wang spoke about political polarization, free speech and expression on college campuses, and the regulation of artificial intelligence, among other topics.

Princeton neuroscience professor Sam Wang, who is running in N.J.-12, sat down with the ‘Prince’ to discuss his campaign platform. Wang spoke about political polarization, free speech and expression on college campuses, and the regulation of artificial intelligence, among other topics.

NEWS | February 20

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Gateway tunnel project construction to disrupt spring break travel

Gateway tunnel project construction to disrupt spring break travel

Giselle Moreno and Elizabeth Hu

Major construction on the Gateway tunnel project began this week, triggering a month-long reduction in rail service that may cause significant delays for students traveling during spring break.

Major construction on the Gateway tunnel project began this week, triggering a month-long reduction in rail service that may cause significant delays for students traveling during spring break.

NEWS | February 20

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Princeton NAACP chapter hosts legislators to discuss Black political power and equity

Princeton NAACP chapter hosts legislators to discuss Black political power and equity

Giselle Moreno

Legislators joined the Princeton University NAACP chapter for a panel discussion on Black political power, addressing campus concerns including mental health resources and the rising cost of higher education.

Legislators joined the Princeton University NAACP chapter for a panel discussion on Black political power, addressing campus concerns including mental health resources and the rising cost of higher education.

NEWS | February 20

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