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Princeton loses No. 1 spot on U.S. News ranking after 15 years on top

Princeton loses No. 1 spot on U.S. News ranking after 15 years on top

Oliver Wu and Giselle Moreno

Princeton was the long-running leader on the U.S. News and World Report’s best national universities ranking. The Massachusetts Institute of Technology now takes the top spot following a methodology change that introduces a new “earnings by major” factor.

Princeton was the long-running leader on the U.S. News and World Report’s best national universities ranking. The Massachusetts Institute of Technology now takes the top spot following a methodology change that introduces a new “earnings by major” factor.

NEWS | September 22

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The Daily Princetonian launches Signal tip line for sensitive sources

The Daily Princetonian launches Signal tip line for sensitive sources

Clara Docherty

Signal is a secure, end-to-end encrypted messaging app. The new tip line will allow The Daily Princetonian to more effectively communicate with sensitive and anonymous sources.

Signal is a secure, end-to-end encrypted messaging app. The new tip line will allow The Daily Princetonian to more effectively communicate with sensitive and anonymous sources.

NEWS | September 21

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USG shifts winter elections to before Thanksgiving, debates limiting slates in contentious meeting

USG shifts winter elections to before Thanksgiving, debates limiting slates in contentious meeting

Claire Ding

The Undergraduate Student Government moved its winter elections before Thanksgiving break but voted down a proposal to ban slates for non-executive offices.

The Undergraduate Student Government moved its winter elections before Thanksgiving break but voted down a proposal to ban slates for non-executive offices.

NEWS | September 21

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High Meadows Environmental Institute hosts Summer of Learning Symposium

High Meadows Environmental Institute hosts Summer of Learning Symposium

Mia Chen

The High Meadows Environmental Institute’s Summer of Learning Symposium showcased research by 122 undergraduate interns, who worked with faculty across 13 countries and 10 U.S. states on projects ranging from hydrogen electrolysis to forever chemicals.

The High Meadows Environmental Institute’s Summer of Learning Symposium showcased research by 122 undergraduate interns, who worked with faculty across 13 countries and 10 U.S. states on projects ranging from hydrogen electrolysis to forever chemicals.

NEWS | September 21

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Princeton University Orchestra and men’s ultimate frisbee team named in University’s latest hazing report

Princeton University Orchestra and men’s ultimate frisbee team named in University’s latest hazing report

Andrew Arthur

Twelve students in the Princeton University Orchestra and Men's Ultimate Frisbee team were found responsible for hazing violations in the University's latest Campus Hazing Transparency Report. Sanctions ranged from Dean's warnings to disciplinary probation.

Twelve students in the Princeton University Orchestra and Men's Ultimate Frisbee team were found responsible for hazing violations in the University's latest Campus Hazing Transparency Report. Sanctions ranged from Dean's warnings to disciplinary probation.

NEWS | September 18

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Students share mixed reactions as mandated officer and treasurer trainings return to in-person format

Students share mixed reactions as mandated officer and treasurer trainings return to in-person format

David Estrada

The University's student organization officers and treasurers returned to mandatory in-person training this fall after years of online sessions. Student reactions found parts of the training redundant or tedious, though most agreed the sessions were important.

The University's student organization officers and treasurers returned to mandatory in-person training this fall after years of online sessions. Student reactions found parts of the training redundant or tedious, though most agreed the sessions were important.

NEWS | September 18

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Murray-Dodge Café celebrates 50th Anniversary, drawing over 260 students

Murray-Dodge Café celebrates 50th Anniversary, drawing over 260 students

Hifza Kaleem

On Wednesday, Murray Dodge Cafe celebrated its 50th anniversary, drawing more than 260 students to celebrate with free cookies and merchandise.

On Wednesday, Murray Dodge Cafe celebrated its 50th anniversary, drawing more than 260 students to celebrate with free cookies and merchandise.

NEWS | September 18

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Two Princeton professors win 2027 American Chemical Society awards

Two Princeton professors win 2027 American Chemical Society awards

Kimberly Hutchinson

Princeton chemistry professors David MacMillan and Paul Chirik were named 2027 American Chemical Society national award winners for their contributions to the field of chemistry.

Princeton chemistry professors David MacMillan and Paul Chirik were named 2027 American Chemical Society national award winners for their contributions to the field of chemistry.

NEWS | September 17

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Federal court blocks elimination of duration of status for international students

Federal court blocks elimination of duration of status for international students

Luke Grippo

A federal court has temporarily stopped the Department of Homeland Security from implementing its new final rule that would limit how long international students and exchange visitors can stay in the country. The next update on the case is set for Oct. 2.

A federal court has temporarily stopped the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) from implementing its new final rule that would limit how long international students and exchange visitors can stay in the country. The next update on the case is set for Oct. 2.

NEWS | September 17

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Forbes renovation scope still undecided as Hobson prepares to open

Forbes renovation scope still undecided as Hobson prepares to open

Gus Vogel and Daphne Lewis

As Forbes students prepare to become the first cohort to live in Hobson College next year, specifics on Forbes' own renovation remains unsettled by the University nearly six months after the University announced it was accepting consultant bids for a campus-wide dorm renovation plan.

As Forbes students prepare to become the first cohort to live in Hobson College next year, specifics on Forbes' own renovation remains unsettled by the University nearly six months after the University announced it was accepting consultant bids for a campus-wide dorm renovation plan.

NEWS | September 16

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Princeton Council details historic guidelines for property owners

Princeton Council details historic guidelines for property owners

Kimberly Hutchinson

The Princeton Council discussed the municipality’s recently-released final draft of historic guidelines at its Monday meeting. These 250-page guidelines seek to provide property owners with greater clarity on the current historic ordinances in Princeton. 

The Princeton Council discussed the municipality’s recently-released final draft of historic guidelines at its Monday meeting. These 250-page guidelines seek to provide property owners with greater clarity on the current historic ordinances in Princeton.

NEWS | September 15

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Settlement reached in car crash case implicating Princeton Mayor Mark Freda

Settlement reached in car crash case implicating Princeton Mayor Mark Freda

Oliver Wu

A civil lawsuit that implicated Princeton Mayor Mark Freda in a fatal, high-speed car crash has been settled following over four years of legal battles. Freda and the Municipality of Princeton will separately pay substantial sums to David Marcou, whose wife Jodi Marcou was killed in the car crash.

A civil lawsuit that implicated Princeton Mayor Mark Freda in a fatal, high-speed car crash has been settled following over four years of legal battles. Both Freda, individually, and the Municipality of Princeton will pay substantial sums to David Marcou, whose wife Jodi Marcou was killed in the car crash, though the exact terms of the multimillion dollar settlement are not public.

NEWS | September 15

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Fall Street Week sees increasing selectivity at eating clubs

Fall Street Week sees increasing selectivity at eating clubs

Nicole Jia

Cap and Gown Club, Ivy Club, and Tower Club held Bicker this fall, and 25 of 162 junior and senior bickerees received bids. Quadrangle Club and Colonial Club also accepted new members through the central sign-in process.

Cap and Gown Club, Ivy Club, and Tower Club held Bicker this fall, and 25 of 162 junior and senior bickerees received bids. Quadrangle Club and Colonial Club also accepted new members through the central sign-in process.

NEWS | September 15

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Princeton’s Class of 2030 had an acceptance rate of 4.0 percent, lowest in history

Princeton’s Class of 2030 had an acceptance rate of 4.0 percent, lowest in history

Gray Collins

Just over 4 percent of the 46,618 students who applied to join the Class of 2030 were admitted. Of those accepted, 76 percent matriculated, and 29 students were admitted off of the waitlist and enrolled.

Just over 4 percent of the 46,618 students who applied to join the Class of 2030 were admitted. Of those accepted, 76 percent matriculated, and 29 students were admitted off of the waitlist and enrolled.

NEWS | September 15

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Local businesses and residents reflect on NJ Governor Sherrill’s move to Princeton mansion

Local businesses and residents reflect on NJ Governor Sherrill’s move to Princeton mansion

Novia Chiang and Albert Tan

New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill officially moved into Drumthwacket, a Princeton mansion that is the official residence of the governor, with her family in August. Local residents and business owners shared their thoughts with the ‘Prince.’

New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill officially moved into Drumthwacket, a Princeton mansion that is the official residence of the governor, with her family in August. Local residents and business owners shared their thoughts with the ‘Prince.’

NEWS | September 15

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Princeton confirms employee benefit cuts amid far-reaching budget cuts

Princeton confirms employee benefit cuts amid far-reaching budget cuts

Meghana Veldhuis

Due to a broader financial squeeze that has already cut faculty raises and staffing, University employees will face higher health care costs and reduced retirement contributions starting in 2027.

Due to a broader financial squeeze that has already cut faculty raises and staffing, University employees will face higher health care costs and reduced retirement contributions starting in 2027.

NEWS | September 14

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USG weighs election reforms, manages largest semesterly budget in its 51-year history

USG weighs election reforms, manages largest semesterly budget in its 51-year history

Joann Kim

At its first meeting, USG discussed proposed election changes, a record-high semester budget, and new academic and campus initiatives.

At its first meeting, USG discussed proposed election changes, a record-high semester budget, and new academic and campus initiatives.

NEWS | September 14

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U. to limit number of student representatives at faculty meetings following press restrictions

U. to limit number of student representatives at faculty meetings following press restrictions

Gray Collins

Princeton will limit student government and CPUC representatives to two observers each at faculty meetings beginning Sept. 14.

Princeton will limit student government and CPUC representatives to two observers each at faculty meetings beginning Sept. 14.

NEWS | September 13

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Thieves steal $250,000 in designer bags from Princeton luxury boutique in overnight break-in

Thieves steal $250,000 in designer bags from Princeton luxury boutique in overnight break-in

Elizabeth Hu

Four masked people broke into a luxury boutique store in Princeton on Sept. 1, stealing over $250,000 worth of handbags.

Four masked people broke into a luxury boutique store in Princeton on Sept. 1, stealing over $250,000 worth of handbags.

NEWS | September 11

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New Commons Cafe opens following cafe closures in previous years

New Commons Cafe opens following cafe closures in previous years

Hifza Kaleem

Following multiple cafe closures across campus in the last two years, a new cafe opened in the SEAS Complex. 

Following multiple cafe closures across campus in the last two years, a new cafe opened in the SEAS Complex. 

NEWS | September 11

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