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New meal exchange system finalized, specific details still unclear

A new meal exchange platform led by the ICC and GICC will launch this fall to replace MealX, introducing changes to how students swap meals as additional details remain unclear.

A new meal exchange platform led by the ICC and GICC will launch this fall to replace MealX, introducing changes to how students swap meals as additional details remain unclear.

Federal judge declines to dismiss lawsuit from Piegaro ’25 against University, case to move forward

A federal judge denied the University’s motion to dismiss a civil lawsuit brought by David Piegaro ’25, which stems from an altercation with the University’s police chief during the 2024 Gaza Solidarity encampment. 

A federal judge denied the University’s motion to dismiss a civil lawsuit brought by David Piegaro ’25, which stems from an altercation with the University’s police chief during the 2024 Gaza Solidarity encampment. 

Trump picks Will Scharf ’08 as new White House counsel

Scharf will enter the new position on Sept. 1, Trump announced in a social media post. While at Princeton, Scharf was the Charter Club and Interclub Council president, ran unsuccessfully for Undergraduate Student Government president, and was active in Jewish groups and conservative organizations.

Scharf will enter the new position on Sept. 1, Trump announced in a social media post. While at Princeton, Scharf was the Charter Club and Interclub Council president, ran unsuccessfully for Undergraduate Student Government president, and was active in Jewish groups and conservative organizations.

Suspended male Princeton student’s Title IX lawsuit against U. can proceed, appeals court rules

A federal appeals court ruled on July 21 that a Title IX lawsuit brought by a male undergraduate student can move forward. 

A federal appeals court ruled on July 21 that a Title IX lawsuit brought by a male undergraduate student can move forward. 

Princeton professors awarded NEH grants months after lawsuit

Months after a federal judge ruled that the sweeping cancellation of National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) grants in 2025 was unconstitutional, two Princeton University professors — Eve Krakowski and Marina Rustow — were awarded new NEH grants.

Months after a federal judge ruled that the sweeping cancellation of National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) grants in 2025 was unconstitutional, two Princeton University professors — Eve Krakowski and Marina Rustow — were awarded new NEH grants.

NJ AI Hub marks first anniversary with inaugural startup cohort

Fourteen selected start-ups receive weekly workshops, reverse pitches, corporate introductions, among other guidance over 12 weeks. The “AI accelerator” helps to test each company’s technology and fast-track its path to commercialization.

Fourteen selected start-ups receive weekly workshops, reverse pitches, corporate introductions, among other guidance over 12 weeks. The “AI accelerator” helps to test each company’s technology and fast-track its path to commercialization.

Three Princeton alumni awarded 2026 Fields Medal

The three alumni who received the medal are Yu Deng GS ’15, John Pardon ’11, and Jacob Tsimerman GS ’11.

The three alumni who received the medal are Yu Deng GS ’15, John Pardon ’11, and Jacob Tsimerman GS ’11.

Major gift from Leinweber Foundation to strengthen theoretical physics research

The University is joining a national network of institutions advancing theoretical physics research, following the major gift. The foundation has committed over $165 million to top fundamental science research institutions during a period of uncertainty for research funding.

Princeton researchers deny allegations that 2004 climate paper was ‘significantly shaped’ by oil executives

A ProPublica and Drilled investigation alleged BP executives helped shape a widely cited 2004 Princeton climate paper that popularized carbon capture, a claim the authors dispute. The report has renewed criticism of Princeton’s ties to the fossil fuel industry.

A ProPublica and Drilled investigation alleged BP executives helped shape a widely cited 2004 Princeton climate paper that popularized carbon capture, a claim the authors dispute. The report has renewed criticism of Princeton’s ties to the fossil fuel industry.

New data and AI unit quietly absorbs five research units, costing survey research director his job

Edward Freeland, Princeton’s survey research director, lost his job when the University folded his center into a broader push to consolidate its data and AI efforts. Some faculty say the reorganization was handled with little transparency or consultation.

Edward Freeland, Princeton’s survey research director, lost his job when the University folded his center into a broader push to consolidate its data and AI efforts. Some faculty say the reorganization was handled with little transparency or consultation.

Undergraduate cyclist struck by University employee sues for damages

The student, who was seriously injured, is suing the University, the employee, and the owner of the vehicle for damages.

The student, who was seriously injured, is suing the University, the employee, and the owner of the vehicle for damages.

Princeton names eight new trustees, increasing total trustee count by three

The board now has 40 members, the maximum number permitted under its bylaws.

The board now has 40 members, the maximum number permitted under its bylaws.

Report reveals now demoted PSafe officer was suspended in 2025 for neglect of duty

The 2025 New Jersey major discipline report includes a PSafe officer’s suspension for mishandling a campus trespassing incident.

The 2025 New Jersey major discipline report includes a PSafe officer’s suspension for mishandling a campus trespassing incident.

Princeton slashes reimbursement rates for external mental health clinicians

Clinicians in the University’s mental and behavioral health Exclusive Provider Network (EPN) will see cuts to their rates for providing services to Princeton students, with a 48 percent decrease for psychiatric diagnostic evaluations.

Clinicians in the University’s mental and behavioral health Exclusive Provider Network (EPN) will see cuts to their rates for providing services to Princeton students, with a 48 percent decrease for psychiatric diagnostic evaluations.

Princeton custodial staff allege ‘toxic’ work environment, ‘dismissive’ leadership

An investigation by The Daily Princetonian revealed that custodial staff are frustrated with a “toxic” work environment in Building Services, which they say stems largely from leadership.

An investigation by The Daily Princetonian revealed that custodial staff are frustrated with a “toxic” work environment in Building Services, which they say stems largely from leadership.

Jon Stroop to become Princeton’s University Librarian

Current Deputy Dean of Libraries Jon Stroop will succeed Anne Jarvis as the next University Librarian.

Current Deputy Dean of Libraries Jon Stroop will succeed Anne Jarvis as the next University Librarian.

Experience Princeton previews global food festival and World Cup watch parties

Experience Princeton will host a series of global food festivals and World Cup watch parties this summer, launching a new restaurant passport program to attract tourists.

Experience Princeton will host a series of global food festivals and World Cup watch parties this summer, launching a new restaurant passport program to attract tourists.

Following primary win, Hamawy reflects on campaign and criticism

In an interview with The Daily Princetonian on Thursday, Hamawy responded to criticism of his past associations and reflected on the importance of his primary victory.

In an interview with The Daily Princetonian on Thursday, Hamawy responded to criticism of his past associations and reflected on the importance of his primary victory.

Four years after opening, NCW officially named Huo College

Following a donation made by Yan Huo GS ’94 early on in the Venture Forward fundraising campaign, New College West will be renamed to Huo College in his honor.

Following a donation made by Yan Huo GS ’94 early on in the Venture Forward fundraising campaign, New College West will be renamed to Huo College in his honor.

Rubina and Cohen win council primary, Barr and Walter win commissioner primary

Local architect Marina Rubina and incumbent David Cohen won the Democratic primary for two seats on the Princeton Council. Nakia White Barr, a former University official, and incumbent Lucylle Walter won the Democratic primary for two seats on the Mercer County Board of County Commissioners. 

Local architect Marina Rubina and incumbent David Cohen won the Democratic primary for two seats on the Princeton Council. Nakia White Barr, a former University official, and incumbent Lucylle Walter won the Democratic primary for two seats on the Mercer County Board of County Commissioners.