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In ‘Terms of Respect,’ Eisgruber attempts to set the higher education record straight

A black and white grainy photo with University President Christopher Eisgruber '83, at the center, bent over his cluttered office desk signing a copy of his new book.

In ‘Terms of Respect,’ Eisgruber attempts to set the higher education record straight

Cynthia Torres

About three-quarters of the way into an interview with The Daily Princetonian about his new book, University President Christopher Eisgruber ’83 made a bold pronouncement: “American universities are the best that they’ve ever been.”

About three-quarters of the way into an interview with The Daily Princetonian about his new book, University President Christopher Eisgruber ’83 made a bold pronouncement: “American universities are the best that they’ve ever been.”

NEWS | October 1

The future of humanities teaching in the AI age, according to Princeton professors

Images of Aristotle, Egyptian hieroglyphs, the cover of Fahrenheit 451, and a map are on the screens of devices on a wooden table.

The future of humanities teaching in the AI age, according to Princeton professors

Nikki Han

Some professors are outright banning AI, turning assessments that used to be papers into in-class exams. Others are trying to work alongside AI, asking students to be transparent when they have used AI in research and writing. Others still are encouraging AI use and embracing its potential. And yet, they all expressed fears that AI could deeply impact critical thinking and writing.

Some professors are outright banning AI, turning assessments that used to be papers into in-class exams. Others are trying to work alongside AI, asking students to be transparent when they have used AI in research and writing. Others still are encouraging AI use and embracing its potential. And yet, they all expressed fears that AI could deeply impact critical thinking and writing.

NEWS | October 1

2025 DPS report shows continued liquor law violations, rise in motor vehicle thefts

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2025 DPS report shows continued liquor law violations, rise in motor vehicle thefts

Hayk Yengibaryan and Vincent Etherton

The 2025 DPS Security and Fire Safety Report shows liquor law violations remain high after a spike in 2023, while motor vehicle thefts rose sharply, and sex offense reports increased.

The 2025 DPS Security and Fire Safety Report shows liquor law violations remain high after a spike in 2023, while motor vehicle thefts rose sharply, and sex offense reports increased.

NEWS | September 30

Dining plan changes will impact some student financial aid refunds, administrators say

Spelman hall at night.

Dining plan changes will impact some student financial aid refunds, administrators say

Cynthia Torres and Benedict Hooper

The Monday CPUC meeting addressed questions over dining plan changes for the 2026–27 academic year requiring all on-campus students to purchase a plan.

The Monday CPUC meeting addressed questions over dining plan changes for the 2026–27 academic year requiring all on-campus students to purchase a plan.

NEWS | September 30
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The first-year Class Council election, explained

A room with brown tables and black chairs is shown. On the left is a photo hanging showing the room full.

The first-year Class Council election, explained

David Estrada

Sept. 29 marks the first day of voting for the Undergraduate Student Government (USG) freshman class council elections. 17 candidates are running for five spots on the 2029 class council.

Sept. 29 marks the first day of voting for the Undergraduate Student Government (USG) freshman class council elections. 17 candidates are running for five spots on the 2029 class council.

NEWS | September 29

U. axes independent meal option, will require upperclassmen living on-campus to buy dining plan

A chandelier hangs from the center of the room, which other small chandeliers on the side. A dark red rug is in the middle of the room with multiple long wooden tables with wooden chairs on each side.

U. axes independent meal option, will require upperclassmen living on-campus to buy dining plan

Hayk Yengibaryan

As part of the change, the University will offer a Block 32 meal plan for students in an eating club or co-op, replacing the two free meals/week currently offered to upperclassmen. Upperclassmen not in an eating club or co-op living on campus will be mandated to purchase either Unlimited or the Block 160 plan.

As part of the change, the University will offer a Block 32 meal plan that replaces the two free meals/week currently offered to upperclassmen. The other dining plan options will be Unlimited and Block 160.

NEWS | September 29

Lawnparties budget, transport for off-campus religious observances discussed at USG meeting

The SPIA building on a sunny day.

Lawnparties budget, transport for off-campus religious observances discussed at USG meeting

Oliver Wu

At the USG meeting on Sept. 28, members discussed offering funding for religious transportation and addressed additional methods to make communication with the USG more transparent.

At the USG meeting on Sept. 28, members discussed offering funding for religious transportation and addressed additional methods to make communication with the USG more transparent.

NEWS | September 28

No deal linked to reinstated research grants, Eisgruber says

The top of Nassau Hall and an American Flag.

No deal linked to reinstated research grants, Eisgruber says

Cynthia Torres

University President Christopher Eisgruber ’83 told the ‘Prince’ in an interview that no deal was made with the Trump Administration to obtain reinstated research grants this summer.

University President Christopher Eisgruber ’83 told the ‘Prince’ in an interview that no deal was made with the Trump Administration to obtain reinstated research grants this summer.

NEWS | September 28

Holes and cracks in walls of Yeh/NCW dormitories left unaddressed

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Holes and cracks in walls of Yeh/NCW dormitories left unaddressed

Nora Linssen and Eojin Park

After the summer, students in Yeh College and New College West have reported chipped paint and damaged walls within their dorms, as well as slow responses from Facilities to fix the walls.

After the summer, students in Yeh College and New College West have reported chipped paint and damaged walls within their dorms, as well as slow responses from Facilities to fix the walls.

NEWS | September 28

En un primer vistazo a las colecciones, el Museo de Arte anuncia dos exhibiciones de inauguración

El museo de arte en un día soleado.

En un primer vistazo a las colecciones, el Museo de Arte anuncia dos exhibiciones de inauguración

Victoria Davies

Las exposiciones inaugurales en el Museo de Arte de la Universidad de Princeton (PUAM, por sus siglas en inglés) serán nombradas “Princeton Collects” (Princeton Colecciona) y “Toshiko Takaezu: Dialogues in Clay” (Toshiko Takaezu: Diálogos en Arcilla), el museo anunció el jueves.

Las exposiciones inaugurales en el Museo de Arte de la Universidad de Princeton (PUAM, por sus siglas en inglés) serán nombradas “Princeton Collects” (Princeton Colecciona) y “Toshiko Takaezu: Dialogues in Clay” (Toshiko Takaezu: Diálogos en Arcilla), el museo anunció el jueves.

NEWS | September 28

El Condado de Mercer comienza a planificar la sustitución del puente de Washington Road

Vista aérea de una larga carretera bordeada de árboles frente a un cielo gris.

El Condado de Mercer comienza a planificar la sustitución del puente de Washington Road

David Yun

El municipio de Princeton está trabajando para renovar el puente de Washington Road y convertir la intersección de Washington y Faculty Road en una rotonda.

El municipio de Princeton está trabajando para renovar el puente de Washington Road y convertir la intersección de Washington y Faculty Road en una rotonda.

NEWS | September 26

TigerTransit modifica sus horario y rutas para el año escolar nuevo

Un autóbus naranja de Tigertransit conducienco cerca de una área residencial.

TigerTransit modifica sus horario y rutas para el año escolar nuevo

Sena Chang

TigerTransit ha presentado horarios y rutas actualizados para mejorar accesibilidad, con nuevas conexiones y más servicio nocturno. Aunque algunos estudiantes acogen con satisfacción los cambios, otros expresan su preocupación por el servicio nocturno y la frecuencia de los autobuses.

TigerTransit ha presentado horarios y rutas actualizados para mejorar accesibilidad, con nuevas conexiones y más servicio nocturno. Aunque algunos estudiantes acogen con satisfacción los cambios, otros expresan su preocupación por el servicio nocturno y la frecuencia de los autobuses.

NEWS | September 26

Extended passing periods well-received among students and faculty

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Extended passing periods well-received among students and faculty

Isaac Bernstein

Students and faculty share their opinions on extended passing times, with some expressing they have more freedom between classes and others noting that they are still rushing to arrive on time for lectures.

Students and faculty share their opinions on extended passing times, with some expressing they have more freedom between classes and others noting that they are still rushing to arrive on time for lectures.

NEWS | September 25

The 2026–27 academic year will feature changes due to later Labor Day

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The 2026–27 academic year will feature changes due to later Labor Day

Hayk Yengibaryan, Caitlyn Tablada, and Nikki Han

The 2026–27 academic calendar will feature changes, including a Wednesday start date, a delayed fall break, and a shift in the Thanksgiving week schedule.

The 2026–27 academic calendar will feature changes, including a Wednesday start date, a delayed fall break, and a shift in the Thanksgiving week schedule.

NEWS | September 25

Princeton Town Council discusses sustainability initiatives and approves infrastructure developments

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Princeton Town Council discusses sustainability initiatives and approves infrastructure developments

Nikki Han and David Yun

At the Sept. 23 Princeton Town Council meeting, the launch of the Microforest Project and tree planting initiatives were announced. The Council also approved infrastructure improvements and swore in new police officers, with Captain Matthew Solovay promoted to Chief of Police.

At the Sept. 23 Princeton Town Council meeting, the launch of the Microforest Project and tree planting initiatives were announced. The Council also approved infrastructure improvements and swore in new police officers, with Captain Matthew Solovay promoted to Chief of Police.

NEWS | September 25

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