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Town Council officially supports N.J. ranked choice voting bill

On Monday, Aug. 26, Princeton Town Council passed a resolution expressing support for state-level ranked choice voting legislation. If the state bill passes, Princeton voters may see a local ranked choice voting referendum on ballots in November.

On Monday, Aug. 26, Princeton Town Council passed a resolution expressing support for state-level ranked choice voting legislation. If the state bill passes, Princeton voters may see a local ranked choice voting referendum on ballots in November.

U. walks back protest ban on Nassau Hall lawn

On Sept. 5, the University walked back its ban on protests on the front lawn of Nassau Hall, which has long been an iconic protest location. Administrators previously stated no change had been made to protest policy following heated protest activity on campus last semester.

On Sept. 5, the University walked back its ban on protests on the front lawn of Nassau Hall, which has long been an iconic protest location. Administrators previously stated no change had been made to protest policy following heated protest activity on campus last semester.

Students transition to new online course book provider for fall semester

This semester, students will purchase course books and materials from the new eCampus Online Bookstore platform. Students have reported shipping delays and concern over long processing times at the Frist Campus Center mailroom.

This semester, students will purchase course books and materials from the new eCampus Online Bookstore platform. Students have reported shipping delays and concern over long processing times at the Frist Campus Center mailroom.

Princeton enrollment untouched by affirmative action ban

The first Princeton class admitted following the Supreme Court decision banning race-conscious affirmative action has experienced little change in racial diversity, according to enrollment statistics released by the University on Wednesday.

Pro-Palestine organizers mark return to campus with protest

Pro-Palestinian protesters held their first demonstration of the academic year Tuesday. The protests come amid changes to the regulations regarding protests on public spaces across campus.

Pro-Palestinian protesters held their first demonstration of the academic year Tuesday. The protests come amid changes to the regulations regarding protests on public spaces across campus.

Thames transitions into role as ORL Dean, prioritizing connections across a growing campus

Theresa Thames has been appointed as the new Dean of Religious Life and the Chapel, succeeding Allison Boden, who retired after 17 years. Thames, who values deep relationships with students and colleagues, plans to continue and build upon Boden’s legacy by expanding ORL’s services and programs across campus. Her focus will include adapting to the evolving needs of students and enhancing campus-wide engagement as Princeton expands.

Theresa Thames has been appointed as the new Dean of Religious Life and the Chapel, succeeding Allison Boden, who retired after 17 years. Thames, who values deep relationships with students and colleagues, plans to continue and build upon Boden’s legacy by expanding ORL’s services and programs across campus. Her focus will include adapting to the evolving needs of students and enhancing campus-wide engagement as Princeton expands.

Club recruitment fails to reach NCW students amid communication breakdown

NCW students have been unable to receive HoagieMail emails since Aug. 18, missing out on key communications regarding recruitment from clubs and organizations as the academic year begins.

NCW students have been unable to receive HoagieMail emails since Aug. 18, missing out on key communications regarding recruitment from clubs and organizations as the academic year begins.

Protest rules, explained

On Tuesday, Aug. 27, the University launched a new “Protests and Free Expression” webpage, which outlines new and existing guidelines on protests and further restricts places where protests can be held. The Daily Princetonian breaks down the rules and traces the timeline of various policies.

On Tuesday, Aug. 27, the University launched a new “Protests and Free Expression” webpage, which outlines new and existing guidelines on protests and further restricts places where protests can be held. The Daily Princetonian breaks down the rules and traces the timeline of various policies.

Eisgruber responds to attacks on the liberal arts in Opening Exercises remarks

Pushing against negative characterizations of a liberal arts education, University President Christopher Eisgruber proposed a broadened view of liberal arts. He told the Class of 2028 that, rather than reflecting ideology or a field of study, liberal arts would prepare them to approach a diverse range of challenges and problems.

Pushing against negative characterizations of a liberal arts education, University President Christopher Eisgruber proposed a broadened view of liberal arts. He told the Class of 2028 that, rather than reflecting ideology or a field of study, liberal arts would prepare them to approach a diverse range of challenges and problems.

Dillon Gym opens new fitness areas amidst ongoing renovations

The new amenities include an accessible entrance and lounge, elevator access to all levels from the main gym floor to the Rec Pool, the “Power Studio” (a space with powerlifting and Olympic-grade equipment), upgrades to the cycle studio, and a completely resurfaced outdoor recreational court. 

The new amenities include an accessible entrance and lounge, elevator access to all levels from the main gym floor to the Rec Pool, the “Power Studio” (a space with powerlifting and Olympic-grade equipment), upgrades to the cycle studio, and a completely resurfaced outdoor recreational court. 

String of lewdness incidents on campus disrupt orientation week

Two suspects have been arrested and charged following multiple incidents of sexual misconduct on and near Princeton’s campus. Neither are members of the University community.

Two suspects have been arrested and charged following multiple incidents of sexual misconduct on and near Princeton’s campus. Neither are members of the University community.

Admin. tightens protest regulations as students return to campus

Following a spring marked by sustained campus protest, Princeton has updated its free speech guidelines ahead of the fall semester. The amended policies further restrict the locations where protests can be held, as well as the types of protest that are permissible on campus.

Following a spring marked by sustained campus protest, Princeton has updated its free speech guidelines ahead of the fall semester. The amended policies further restrict the locations where protests can be held, as well as the types of protest that are permissible on campus.

Daya and NLE Choppa to headline Fall 2024 Lawnparties

Pop star Daya and rapper NLE Choppa will headline the upcoming Fall 2024 Lawnparties on Sunday, Sept. 8, following the first week of classes. Performances will begin at 2 p.m. on the Frist North Lawn main stage. This year’s Lawnparties will embrace a “fall festival” theme, reflecting the season of transition as students begin a new academic year, and an autumnal aesthetic.

Pop star Daya and rapper NLE Choppa will headline the upcoming Fall 2024 Lawnparties on Sunday, Sept. 8, following the first week of classes. Performances will begin at 2 p.m. on the Frist North Lawn main stage. This year’s Lawnparties will embrace a “fall festival” theme, reflecting the season of transition as students begin a new academic year, and an autumnal aesthetic.

NJ Transit free for returning student move-in

Princeton students returning to campus will not have to purchase a ticket to travel on NJ Transit trains. The fare holiday comes after a summer of historic delays and a month after a 15 percent fare increase.

Princeton students returning to campus will not have to purchase a ticket to travel on NJ Transit trains. The fare holiday comes after a summer of historic delays and a month after a 15 percent fare increase.

Princeton’s Latine community reckons with political future following ICE arrest

A month after Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested an undocumented immigrant in Princeton, activists have launched the “ICE Out of Princeton” movement to support local immigrant communities. The Daily Princetonian spoke with organizers to get their reactions to ICE’s presence and learn more about local efforts to challenge the agency.

A month after Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested an undocumented immigrant in Princeton, activists have launched the “ICE Out of Princeton” movement to support local immigrant communities. The Daily Princetonian spoke with organizers to get their reactions to ICE’s presence and learn more about local efforts to challenge the agency.

Nader Al-Naji ’14 charged with fraud over crypto startup, BitClout

The SEC and DOJ have charged Nader Al-Naji ’14, founder of BitClout, with wire fraud and selling unregistered crypto asset securities, alleging he misled investors and misused funds.

The SEC and DOJ have charged Nader Al-Naji ’14, founder of BitClout, with wire fraud and selling unregistered crypto asset securities, alleging he misled investors and misused funds.

Student Health Plan halves mental health copay, covers initial consultations off-campus

After urging from the Graduate Student Government, the University has decreased mental health care-related costs in the Student Health Plan.

After urging from the Graduate Student Government, the University has decreased mental health care-related costs in the Student Health Plan.

Clio Hall protesters arraigned in court for trespassing charge

Twelve students and one postdoctoral researcher arrested for occupying Clio Hall during pro-Palestine protests last semester appeared virtually in Princeton Municipal Court Tuesday. All twelve were charged with defiant criminal trespassing while the students' lawyer asserts no laws were violated. The case marks the first action since their April 29 arrest.

Twelve students and one postdoctoral researcher arrested for occupying Clio Hall during pro-Palestine protests last semester appeared virtually in Princeton Municipal Court Tuesday. All twelve were charged with defiant criminal trespassing while the students' lawyer asserts no laws were violated. The case marks the first action since their April 29 arrest.

‘Total effervescence’: Princeton community remembers Minh-Thi Nguyen ’21

Minh-Thi Nguyen ’21, who passed away on June 21, is remembered for her impact on the Princeton community as both a talented student and a devoted friend. “Everyone felt like she was their best friend, because she was so thoughtful,” Alex Kaplan ’21 said.

Minh-Thi Nguyen ’21, who passed away on June 21, is remembered for her impact on the Princeton community as both a talented student and a devoted friend. “Everyone felt like she was their best friend, because she was so thoughtful,” Alex Kaplan ’21 said.

Graduate Hotel silently opens after several delays

After several months of construction delays, the Graduate Hotel on Nassau and Chambers St. opened on Aug. 1.

After several months of construction delays, the Graduate Hotel on Nassau and Chambers St. opened on Aug. 1.