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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

Princeton school board candidates talk U. partnerships, district budgets, and Choir College plans

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Princeton school board candidates talk U. partnerships, district budgets, and Choir College plans

Sena Chang

Ahead of the Princeton School Board election, The Daily Princetonian talked to the six candidates about their vision for the future of Princeton Public Schools. Topics included the relationship with the University, budgetary issues, and the town’s recent acquisition of the Westminster Choir College.

NEWS | October 22

Q&A with Coleen Murphy, director of the Lewis-Sigler Institute for Integrative Genomics, on aging

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Q&A with Coleen Murphy, director of the Lewis-Sigler Institute for Integrative Genomics, on aging

Mahya Fazel-Zarandi

The Daily Princetonian sat down with Colleen Murphy one year after her book’s publication to discuss her interest in aging, groundbreaking research in the field, and the future of longevity science.

NEWS | October 21

Princeton community shares mixed reactions on decision to keep Witherspoon statue

Princeton community shares mixed reactions on decision to keep Witherspoon statue

Sena Chang

The ‘Prince’ spoke to several community members who had mixed reactions on the Trustees’ decision to keep a controversial statue of John Witherspoon.

NEWS | October 20

Princeton implements interactive guides detailing campus building accessibility

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Princeton implements interactive guides detailing campus building accessibility

Victoria Davies and Isaac Bernstein

This fall, Princeton launched new interactive accessibility guides that allow students, alumni, and visitors to see all accessible entrances, restrooms, elevators, and accessibility features in buildings campuswide. The guides provide information about accessibility features ranging from doorway widths to accessible restrooms and more.

NEWS | October 20

Tigers for Israel, Chabad art installation raises questions about U. policy on symbolic structures

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Tigers for Israel, Chabad art installation raises questions about U. policy on symbolic structures

Miriam Waldvogel

The installation featured mock milk cartons bearing the names, ages, and pictures of hostages with the words “Hamas Kidnapped U.S. Citizens,” as well as a tall mural depicting Ariel Bibas, a child taken hostage on Oct. 7, 2023. It may be the first test case of the University’s policy on symbolic structures following last spring’s ‘Gaza Solidarity Encampment.’

NEWS | October 12

Palestinian Studies Colloquium event discusses consequences of one year of war in Gaza

Professors Nadia Abu El-Haj and Raz Segal sit at a desk in Robertson 016 during the the Palestinian Studies Colloquium event.

Palestinian Studies Colloquium event discusses consequences of one year of war in Gaza

Sena Chang

The Department of Near Eastern Studies hosted the third-ever event in the Palestinian Studies Colloquium on Tuesday, Oct. 8, hosting Professor Nadia Abu El-Haj from Barnard College and Columbia University and Professor Raz Segal, associate professor of Holocaust and Genocide studies at Stockton University.

NEWS | October 11

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