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2025 treasurer report emphasizes Princeton’s collaboration with federal government

2025 treasurer report emphasizes Princeton’s collaboration with federal government

Gray Collins

The University released its annual Report to the Treasurer on Jan. 5, emphasizing the University’s collaboration with the federal government.

The University released its annual Report to the Treasurer on Jan. 5, emphasizing the University’s collaboration with the federal government.

NEWS | January 29

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Newly renovated Marquand Library reopens in Art Museum complex

Newly renovated Marquand Library reopens in Art Museum complex

Leela Hensler

Marquand Library of Art & Archaeology reopened its doors in the Art Museum Complex after five years of construction. The library houses over 500,000 volumes and a special collection of art and architecture materials. Along with four floors of open stacks, it features an expanded rare book reading room, providing increased accessibility for patrons.

Marquand Library of Art & Archaeology reopened its doors in the Art Museum Complex after five years of construction. The library houses over 500,000 volumes and a special collection of art and architecture materials. Along with four floors of open stacks, it features an expanded rare book reading room, providing increased accessibility for patrons.

NEWS | January 29

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Newly elected GSG officers share goals for upcoming terms

Newly elected GSG officers share goals for upcoming terms

Toby Chang

On Tuesday, the Graduate Student Government (GSG) Assembly confirmed the 11 newly elected and re-elected members of the GSG Executive Board. The Daily Princetonian conducted interviews with some of them.

On Tuesday, the Graduate Student Government (GSG) Assembly confirmed the 11 newly elected and re-elected members of the GSG Executive Board. The Daily Princetonian conducted interviews with some of them.

NEWS | January 28

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Princeton Town Council retains law firm for car crash lawsuit, reviews monthly police report

Princeton Town Council retains law firm for car crash lawsuit, reviews monthly police report

Teresa Chen

The Jan. 27 Princeton Council meeting included a vote to retain special counsel on an ongoing lawsuit involving Mayor Mark Freda and heard the police chief report’s from December.

The Jan. 27 Princeton Council meeting included a vote to retain special counsel on an ongoing lawsuit involving Mayor Mark Freda and heard the police chief report’s from December.

NEWS | January 28

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Princeton undergraduate on leave dies

Princeton undergraduate on leave dies

Luke Grippo

Jefferson Voelker ’28 has died while on leave from Princeton.

Jefferson Voelker ’28 has died while on leave from Princeton.

NEWS | January 27

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NJ AI Hub set to launch AI Accelerator to globalize entrepreneur network

NJ AI Hub set to launch AI Accelerator to globalize entrepreneur network

Haeon Lee

The New Jersey Artificial Intelligence Hub has partnered with the global innovation platform Plug and Play to launch an AI Accelerator. The program aims to connect local companies with global networks, attract international talent, and promote ethical AI development.

The New Jersey Artificial Intelligence Hub has partnered with the global innovation platform Plug and Play to launch an AI Accelerator. The program aims to connect local companies with global networks, attract international talent, and promote ethical AI development.

NEWS | January 27

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Princeton neuroscience professor to seek Democratic nomination in crowded open House race

Princeton neuroscience professor to seek Democratic nomination in crowded open House race

Emily Murphy

Sam Wang filed to run on Monday but plans an official launch in the coming weeks. He has previously advised the state on redistricting as an independent expert, but wants to become more directly involved following recent federal actions.

Sam Wang filed to run on Monday but plans an official launch in the coming weeks. He has previously advised the state on redistricting as an independent expert, but wants to become more directly involved following recent federal actions.

NEWS | January 27

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Some students stranded by snow storm, U. prepares to resume operations

Some students stranded by snow storm, U. prepares to resume operations

Teresa Chen and Leela Hensler

Faced with travel disruptions, some students have been unable to return to campus for the start of the semester. The University plans to reopen facilities on Tuesday.

Faced with travel disruptions, some students have been unable to return to campus for the start of the semester. The University plans to reopen facilities on Tuesday.

NEWS | January 27

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University set to close again, while classes may continue — here’s what’s open Monday in Princeton

University set to close again, while classes may continue — here’s what’s open Monday in Princeton

Lulu Mangriotis, Oliver Wu, and Nika Schindler

The University announced on Sunday night that the campus will continue to be closed for non-essential personnel on Monday due to weather. Classes will be “held at the discretion of the instructor,” according to the University-wide announcement.

The University announced on Sunday night that the campus will continue to be closed for non-essential personnel on Monday due to weather. Classes will be “held at the discretion of the instructor,” according to the University-wide announcement.

NEWS | January 26

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Mikie Sherrill sworn in as governor, two Princeton faculty served on transition teams

Mikie Sherrill sworn in as governor, two Princeton faculty served on transition teams

Sena Chang and Gray Collins

Mikie Sherrill was sworn in as the 57th governor of New Jersey on Jan. 20, becoming an ex officio trustee of Princeton University. Two Princeton faculty members had helped lead two of her transitions teams.

Mikie Sherrill was sworn in as the 57th governor of New Jersey on Jan. 20, becoming an ex officio trustee of Princeton University. Two Princeton faculty members had helped lead two of her transitions teams.

NEWS | January 26

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Princeton University Library to unveil two exhibitions in spring honoring nation’s 250th anniversary

Princeton University Library to unveil two exhibitions in spring honoring nation’s 250th anniversary

Sena Chang

In honor of the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Declaration of Independence, Princeton University Library (PUL) will open two American Revolution-themed exhibitions in the spring, the Library announced this week.

In honor of the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Declaration of Independence, Princeton University Library (PUL) will open two American Revolution-themed exhibitions in the spring, the Library announced this week.

NEWS | January 25

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NJ Transit to suspend service, University to close Sunday to non-essential personnel

NJ Transit to suspend service, University to close Sunday to non-essential personnel

Luke Grippo and Nico David-Fox

NJ Transit announced a temporary shutdown of most services Saturday afternoon, and the University announced that it will close to non-essential personnel on Sunday in response to forecasts of heavy snow and hazardous travel conditions throughout Sunday.

NJ Transit announced a temporary shutdown of most services Saturday afternoon, and the University announced that it will close to non-essential personnel on Sunday in response to forecasts of heavy snow and hazardous travel conditions throughout Sunday.

NEWS | January 24

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Heavy snowfall and travel disruptions expected Sunday, students permitted to move in early

Heavy snowfall and travel disruptions expected Sunday, students permitted to move in early

Luke Grippo and Nico David-Fox

Winter Storm Fern is slated to bring about a foot of snow to Princeton from early Sunday morning to Monday afternoon. In anticipation of widespread travel disruptions, the University allowed students to return to their dorms as of Thursday, with the semester beginning on Monday.

Winter Storm Fern is slated to bring about a foot of snow to Princeton from early Sunday morning to Monday afternoon. In anticipation of widespread travel disruptions, the University allowed students to return to their dorms as of Thursday, with the semester beginning on Monday.

NEWS | January 23

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Numismatics Collection curator to leave in June

Numismatics Collection curator to leave in June

Clara Docherty

Curator of Numismatics and Lecturer Alan Stahl, who has overseen Princeton’s vast coin collection since 2004, will leave the University in June. Stahl oversaw significant growth in the Numismatics Collection and frequently met with classes to discuss coinage.

Curator of Numismatics and Lecturer Alan Stahl, who has overseen Princeton’s vast coin collection since 2004, will leave the University in June. During his tenure, Stahl oversaw significant growth in the Numismatics Collection and frequently met with classes to discuss coinage.

NEWS | January 19

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Beijing Bound: Five Princetonians named Schwarzman Scholars

Beijing Bound: Five Princetonians named Schwarzman Scholars

Lulu Mangriotis and Nika Schindler

Princetonians Margaret Miao ’26, Alex Tseng ’26, Kalena Blake ’24, Gustavo Blanco-Quiroga ’25, and Alison Lee ’24 were named Schwarzman Scholars. In August, they will head to Beijing for a fully-funded, one-year master’s program at Tsinghua University.

Princetonians Margaret Miao ’26, Alex Tseng ’26, Kalena Blake ’24, Gustavo Blanco-Quiroga ’25, and Alison Lee ’24 were named Schwarzman Scholars. In August, they will head to Beijing for a fully-funded, one-year master’s program at Tsinghua University.

NEWS | January 19

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‘Hop on. It’s free.’ Council approves design and frog mascot for Princeton Loop

‘Hop on. It’s free.’ Council approves design and frog mascot for Princeton Loop

Oliver Wu

The Princeton Council approved the design and branding for the rebranded Princeton Loop bus system on Jan. 12, selecting a frog mascot and the slogan “Hop on. It’s free.” The Municipality hopes to roll out new signage and bus designs in February.

The Princeton Council approved the design and branding for the rebranded Princeton Loop bus system on Jan. 12, selecting a frog mascot and the slogan “Hop on. It’s free.” The Municipality hopes to roll out new signage and bus designs in February.

NEWS | January 19

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Candidates for GSG elections talk transparency, mental health, budget

Candidates for GSG elections talk transparency, mental health, budget

Oliver Wu, Amaya Taylor, and Elizabeth Hu

The Graduate Student Government (GSG) elections for the Executive Board are ongoing, and for the first time in two years, the presidential position is contested. The Daily Princetonian sat down with those running.

The Graduate Student Government (GSG) elections for the Executive Board are ongoing, and for the first time in two years, the presidential position is contested. The Daily Princetonian sat down with those running.

NEWS | January 18

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ICE detains two men in first Princeton raid of 2026

ICE detains two men in first Princeton raid of 2026

Oliver Wu and Luke Grippo

Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents detained two workers in Princeton, the Municipality’s first reported detainments of the year.

Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents detained two workers in Princeton in the first reported detainments of the year.

NEWS | January 16

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Princeton Police reinstates free nighttime Uber rides, future funding uncertain

Princeton Police reinstates free nighttime Uber rides, future funding uncertain

Ambre Van de Velde and Nika Schindler

A program sponsored by the Princeton Police Department, which covers Uber rides up to $15 at local businesses in order to prevent impaired driving incidents, has returned for the time being.

A program sponsored by the Princeton Police Department, which covers Uber rides up to $15 at local businesses in order to prevent impaired driving incidents, has returned for the time being.

NEWS | January 13

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Many Epstein files have been released — and two Princeton alumni have legal connections

Many Epstein files have been released — and two Princeton alumni have legal connections

Luke Grippo

The Daily Princetonian looked into the Epstein Files and found and spoke to two University alumni who have legal connections to the late New York financier and convicted sex offender.

The Daily Princetonian looked into the Epstein Files and found and spoke to two University alumni who have legal connections to the late New York financier and convicted sex offender.

NEWS | January 13

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