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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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While other schools weigh grading reforms, Princeton remains silent

While other schools weigh grading reforms, Princeton remains silent

Luke Grippo

Despite most of Princeton’s peer institutions taking action to combat grade inflation, Princeton has remained silent. The ‘Prince’ analyzed how the state of grade inflation discourse currently stands in the higher education realm.

Despite most of Princeton’s peer institutions taking action to combat grade inflation, Princeton has remained silent. The ‘Prince’ analyzed how the state of grade inflation discourse currently stands in the higher education realm.

NEWS | September 10

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Princeton sues drug companies, pharmacy intermediaries over ‘artificially inflating’ insulin prices

Princeton sues drug companies, pharmacy intermediaries over ‘artificially inflating’ insulin prices

Keira Wolk, Andrew Zhu, and Nilufer Bektas

In June, Princeton sued major insulin manufacturers and pharmacy benefit managers, alleging they conspired to artificially inflate insulin prices and caused the University to overpay for employee healthcare costs.

In June, Princeton sued major insulin manufacturers and pharmacy benefit managers, alleging they conspired to artificially inflate insulin prices and caused the University to overpay for employee healthcare costs.

NEWS | September 10

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VP for Campus Life Calhoun to retire, leaving behind mixed legacy

VP for Campus Life Calhoun to retire, leaving behind mixed legacy

Luke Grippo

Vice President of Campus Life W. Rochelle Calhoun will retire at the end of the 2026–2027 academic year. She entered the position in 2015 and has worked to expand mental health resources on campus, though she was criticized for her response to a sit-in at Clio Hall during the “Gaza Solidarity Encampment.”

Vice President of Campus Life W. Rochelle Calhoun will retire at the end of the 2026–2027 academic year. She entered the position in 2015 and has worked to expand mental health resources on campus, though she was criticized for her response to a sit-in at Clio Hall during the “Gaza Solidarity Encampment.”

NEWS | September 9

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Students awarded prizes for academic achievement, discuss Princeton experience

Students awarded prizes for academic achievement, discuss Princeton experience

Mia Chen

Seven undergraduate students were awarded four different awards during Opening Exercises on Aug. 31. These awards spotlight academic excellence among students.

Seven undergraduate students were awarded four different awards during Opening Exercises on Aug. 31. These awards spotlight academic excellence among students.

NEWS | September 9

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Eisgruber encourages critical thinking, independence from AI at Opening Exercises

Eisgruber encourages critical thinking, independence from AI at Opening Exercises

Benedict Hooper

In his speech titled "What You Learn Along the Way,” Eisgruber focused on the benefits of a liberal arts education and the downsides of overreliance on AI.

In his speech titled "What You Learn Along the Way,” Eisgruber focused on the benefits of a liberal arts education and the downsides of overreliance on AI.

NEWS | September 8

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University restricts internship approvals for international students following new Trump administration guidance

University restricts internship approvals for international students following new Trump administration guidance

Jonah Vimont and Meiya Xiong

Following new guidance from the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, the University indicated that Curricular Practical Training, a temporary work authorization that allows international students on F-1 visas to pursue off-campus internships, will likely be restricted for all undergraduate and most graduate students.

Following new guidance from the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, the University indicated that Curricular Practical Training, a temporary work authorization that allows international students on F-1 visas to pursue off-campus internships, will likely be restricted for all undergraduate and most graduate students.

NEWS | September 8

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N.J. Lt. Gov. Dale Caldwell ’82 reportedly being investigated for inappropriate behavior

N.J. Lt. Gov. Dale Caldwell ’82 reportedly being investigated for inappropriate behavior

Oliver Wu and Giselle Moreno

New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill has opened an internal investigation into Dale Caldwell ’82, New Jersey’s lieutenant governor and secretary of state, for alleged inappropriate behavior with women and possible ethics violations, the New Jersey Globe reported on Friday.

New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill has opened an internal investigation into Dale Caldwell ’82, New Jersey’s lieutenant governor and secretary of state, for alleged inappropriate behavior with women and possible ethics violations, the New Jersey Globe reported on Friday.

NEWS | September 8

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Independent Major Program paused for further review

Independent Major Program paused for further review

Mia Chen and Katharine Glover

As of this semester, the Independent Major Program has been paused and will not accept applications from the Class of 2030 or subsequent classes until further notice.

As of this semester, the Independent Major Program has been paused and will not accept applications from the Class of 2030 or subsequent classes until further notice.

NEWS | September 8

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Normani brings her ‘Wild Side’ to Princeton’s Lawnparties

Normani brings her ‘Wild Side’ to Princeton’s Lawnparties

Riley Price and Kimberly Hutchinson

Normani was the first pop headliner for Princeton Lawnparties in two years.

Normani was the first pop headliner for Princeton Lawnparties in two years.

NEWS | September 7

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Princeton Council discusses community resources, e-bikes during summer meetings

Princeton Council discusses community resources, e-bikes during summer meetings

Hifza Kaleem, Kevin Jin, and Michelle Harris

Over the summer, the Princeton Council surveyed residents’ needs, discussed new state legislation around e-bikes, and chose to hold off on updating the municipality’s public parking fees and regulations following community pushback.

Over the summer, the Princeton Council surveyed residents’ needs, discussed new state legislation around e-bikes, and chose to hold off on updating the municipality’s public parking fees and regulations following community pushback.

NEWS | September 4

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Princeton considers AI and data science-focused ‘evolution’ for ORFE department, specifics unclear

Princeton considers AI and data science-focused ‘evolution’ for ORFE department, specifics unclear

Sena Chang and Luke Grippo

The ORFE major could undergo changes in the coming years as a new ad hoc faculty committee considers how the University can strengthen its research and scholarship in AI and data science.

The ORFE major could undergo changes in the coming years as a new ad hoc faculty committee considers how the University can strengthen its research and scholarship in AI and data science.

NEWS | September 4

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Upperclassmen receiving financial aid see no increase to food budget for first time in 18 years

Upperclassmen receiving financial aid see no increase to food budget for first time in 18 years

Joann Kim, Rajbir Toor, and Grace Meyerle

This year marks the first year without an increase to the budget since Princeton began to cover the average cost of eating club dues in 2007, sparking concerns among low-income students.

This year marks the first year without an increase to the budget since Princeton began to cover the average cost of eating club dues in 2007, sparking concerns among low-income students.

NEWS | September 4

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First day of Fall 2026 classes marked by student excitement

First day of Fall 2026 classes marked by student excitement

Mia Chen and Katharine Glover

Students lined up early for free food and an aesthetic photo for the first day of fall classes, sharing excitement for their courses and a new year.

Students lined up early for free food and an aesthetic photo for the first day of fall classes, sharing excitement for their courses and a new year.

NEWS | September 3

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N.J.-12 candidates meet at Princeton Windrows in first forum of general election

N.J.-12 candidates meet at Princeton Windrows in first forum of general election

Oliver Wu

All four candidates in the general election race for New Jersey’s 12th congressional district met at the Princeton Windrows retirement community on Tuesday to discuss a wide range of issues including affordability, immigration and immigration enforcement, voting rights, and political corruption at the forum.

All four candidates in the general election race for New Jersey’s 12th congressional district met at the Princeton Windrows retirement community on Tuesday to discuss a wide range of issues including affordability, immigration and immigration enforcement, voting rights, and political corruption at the forum.

NEWS | September 2

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New Trump administration policies add uncertainty for international students

New Trump administration policies add uncertainty for international students

Elizabeth Hu

A new rule by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, set to take effect on Sept. 15, will limit how long many international students and exchange visitors can stay in the country without an extension application to the federal government. Students are unsure of the future.

A new rule by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, set to take effect on Sept. 15, will limit how long many international students and exchange visitors can stay in the country without an extension application to the federal government. Students are unsure of the future.

NEWS | September 2

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Off-campus TigerHub access restricted due to cybersecurity measures

Off-campus TigerHub access restricted due to cybersecurity measures

Amaya Taylor

TigerHub, HR Self Service, and Tiger Family Hub are now only accessible off-campus with a VPN or secure portal. University spokesperson Michael Hotchkiss said the changes were preventative and not the result of a specific known compromise.

TigerHub, HR Self Service, and Tiger Family Hub are now only accessible off-campus with a VPN or secure portal. University spokesperson Michael Hotchkiss said the changes were preventative and not the result of a specific known compromise.

NEWS | September 2

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