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Princeton’s Making an Exoneree course frees second person in two years

Princeton’s Making an Exoneree course frees second person in two years

Annie Rupertus

This Friday, Anthony “Tony” Mills became the second person to be released from prison after participating in Princeton’s Making an Exoneree program. The course tasks undergraduates with reinvestigating cases of people who have been wrongfully incarcerated and fighting for their release.

This Friday, Anthony “Tony” Mills became the second person to be released from prison after participating in Princeton’s Making an Exoneree program. The course tasks undergraduates with reinvestigating cases of people who have been wrongfully incarcerated and fighting for their release.

NEWS | 10/29/2024

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Five affinity groups host voting event aiming to increase turnout

Five affinity groups host voting event aiming to increase turnout

Doug Schwartz

On Oct. 23, the Asian-American Students Association (AASA), Black Student Union (BSU), Center for Jewish Life (CJL), Princeton African Students Association (PASA), and Princeton Latin American Student Association (PLASA) hosted a “CHOMP the Vote” event intended to increase turnout. The event was sponsored by APIAVote, a non-partisan civic engagement organization.

On Oct. 23, the Asian-American Students Association (AASA), Black Student Union (BSU), Center for Jewish Life (CJL), Princeton African Students Association (PASA), and Princeton Latin American Student Association (PLASA) hosted a “CHOMP the Vote” event intended to increase turnout. The event was sponsored by APIAVote, a non-partisan civic engagement organization.

NEWS | 10/29/2024

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Mark Freda running unopposed for re-election in Princeton

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.

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 | 10/29/2024

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Grad students satisfied with 12 free meals pilot, call for location expansion amid overcrowding

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.

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 | 10/29/2024

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Princeton invites refugee families for largest pumpkin carving festival to date

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.

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 | 10/29/2024

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Academic deans introduce new final assessment and senior thesis credit policy at USG meeting

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.

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 | 10/28/2024

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Pro-Palestine ‘Community Care Day’ protest defies Cannon Green site ban, U. turns a blind eye

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.

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 | 10/28/2024

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SPIA strengthens its commitment to providing students with public service careers

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.

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 | 10/28/2024

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‘I don’t feel represented by Princeton’: Students react to reinstated fossil fuel research funding

‘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.

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 | 10/25/2024

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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.

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 | 10/25/2024

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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.

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 | 10/24/2024

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‘Do you really want to live forever?’ Sci-fi author Ted Chiang talks immortality

‘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.

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 | 10/24/2024

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‘Deeply intellectual’ and ‘curious about the world’: Remembering Joe Schein’s 109-year life

‘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.

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 | 10/24/2024

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Angela Davis fills McCosh 50, discusses Palestine, elections, and the legacy of her activism

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. 

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 | 10/23/2024

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Students report delays, high prices in first semester with eCampus bookstore

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.

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 | 10/23/2024

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At closed meeting, faculty postpone vote on controversial proposals to April

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.

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 | 10/22/2024

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

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.

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 | 10/22/2024

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

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.

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 | 10/21/2024

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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.

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

NEWS | 10/20/2024

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Princeton implements interactive guides detailing campus building accessibility

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.

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 | 10/20/2024

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