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USG likely out of time to pass budget amendment during spring semester, tabled with one meeting to go

USG likely out of time to pass budget amendment during spring semester, tabled with one meeting to go

Nandini Krishnan

USG discussed a constitutional amendment, which would have restructure budget approval for summer spending in preparation for fall Lawnparties. The change requires two votes to pass and will not pass with one meeting remaining in the 2022–2023 academic year.

USG discussed a constitutional amendment, which would have restructure budget approval for summer spending in preparation for fall Lawnparties. The change requires two votes to pass and will not pass with one meeting remaining in the 2022–2023 academic year.

NEWS | 04/25/2023

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Peer Reps, explained

Peer Reps, explained

Olivia Sanchez

Peer Representatives support and defend students accused of violating the Honor Code. The organization was officially established in 2003, but informal forms of representation have long existed at the University. The ‘Prince’ explains the Peer Rep program and its historical foundations on campus.

Peer Representatives support and defend students accused of violating the Honor Code. The organization was officially established in 2003, but informal forms of representation have long existed at the University. The ‘Prince’ explains the Peer Rep program and its historical foundations on campus. 

NEWS | 04/25/2023

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University focuses on community to address veteran mental health

University focuses on community to address veteran mental health

Simone Kirkevold

New services offered by the University include the hiring of a veteran coordinator for the coming fall semester.

New services offered by the University include the hiring of a veteran coordinator for the coming fall semester.

NEWS | 04/24/2023

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TigerHub crashes for Class of 2026, University denies class size was a factor

TigerHub crashes for Class of 2026, University denies class size was a factor

Lia Opperman and Justus Wilhoit

TigerHub crashed for many students on the morning of course enrollment for the class of 2026, causing a number of rising sophomores to miss out on introductory and prerequisite classes. According to University Spokesperson Ahmad Rizvi, these issues were caused by a “technical problem” rather than Class of 2026’s larger size.

TigerHub crashed for many students on the morning of course enrollment for the class of 2026, causing a number of rising sophomores to miss out on introductory and prerequisite classes. According to University Spokesperson Ahmad Rizvi, these issues were caused by a “technical problem” rather than Class of 2026’s larger size.

NEWS | 04/21/2023

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Princeton writing seminar explores queer visibility amid anti-drag legislation

Princeton writing seminar explores queer visibility amid anti-drag legislation

Bridget O’Neill

Lecturer Tyler Baldor of “WRI 163/164: And the Rest is Drag” hopes his course will be part of an effort by the University to make queer people and issues more visible. The course will also aim to focus on the most recent anti-drag legislation in next year’s course material.

Instructor Tyler Baldor of “WRI 163/164: And the Rest is Drag” hopes his course will be part of an effort by the University to make queer people and issues more visible. The course will also aim to focus on the most recent anti-drag legislation in next year’s course material.

NEWS | 04/20/2023

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After a professor’s email, rumors of a disciplinary incident in COS 126 are spreading

After a professor’s email, rumors of a disciplinary incident in COS 126 are spreading

Julian Hartman-Sigall and Zach Lee

Eight students enrolled in COS 126 spoke with The Daily Princetonian about rumors that swirled after Professor of Computer Science David August sent a Canvas announcement about plagiarism and the class’s collaboration policy. Students didn’t know why the message was sent and relayed the variety of rumors circulating on campus.

Eight students enrolled in COS 126 spoke with The Daily Princetonian about rumors that swirled after Professor of Computer Science David August sent a Canvas announcement about plagiarism and the class’s collaboration policy. Students didn’t know why the message was sent and relayed the variety of rumors circulating on campus.

NEWS | 04/20/2023

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‘The sky didn’t fall’: Knapp, Bahcall reflect on journey as Princeton’s first two female astrophysics professors

‘The sky didn’t fall’: Knapp, Bahcall reflect on journey as Princeton’s first two female astrophysics professors

Miriam Waldvogel and Natalie Hahn

In interviews with The Daily Princetonian, Knapp and Eugene Higgins Professor of Astrophysics Neta Bahcall described their experiences as the department’s first two female professors.

In interviews with The Daily Princetonian, Knapp and Eugene Higgins Professor of Astrophysics Neta Bahcall described their experiences as the department’s first two female professors.

NEWS | 04/20/2023

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Dining pilot has seen low use at eating clubs, enthusiasm for late meal

Dining pilot has seen low use at eating clubs, enthusiasm for late meal

Janny Eng

As the University dining pilot program comes to a close, over 85 percent of dining pilot meals have been at dining halls or Frist late meal. Only 2 percent of meals taken have been at eating clubs, while none have been reported at co-ops.

As the University dining pilot program comes to a close, over 85 percent of dining pilot meals have been at dining halls or Frist late meal. Only 2 percent of meals taken have been at eating clubs, while none have been reported at co-ops.

NEWS | 04/20/2023

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Brush fire breaks out at Princeton Junction as 2023 sees an uptick in wildfire incidents

Brush fire breaks out at Princeton Junction as 2023 sees an uptick in wildfire incidents

Tess Weinreich

In New Jersey, brush fires peak annually in April. However, amidst moderate drought conditions recorded in recent months, 2023 has seen an uptick in incidences.  

In New Jersey, brush fires peak annually in April. However, amidst moderate drought conditions recorded in recent months, 2023 has seen an uptick in incidences.   

NEWS | 04/20/2023

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President of increasingly popular Charter Club to lead ICC for the next year

President of increasingly popular Charter Club to lead ICC for the next year

Rebecca Cunningham

Mia Beams ’24, current Charter President, became the Interclub Council President after running unopposed. 

Mia Beams ’24, current Charter President, became the Interclub Council President after running unopposed. 

NEWS | 04/20/2023

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After 30 years growing Princeton’s endowment, Andy Golden to retire in 2024

After 30 years growing Princeton’s endowment, Andy Golden to retire in 2024

Sandeep Mangat, Lia Opperman, and Miriam Waldvogel

PRINCO manages the University’s endowment, which grew nearly tenfold during Golden’s tenure and reached  a historic 46.9 percent in the fiscal year 2021.

PRINCO manages the University’s endowment, which grew nearly tenfold during Golden’s tenure and reached  a historic 46.9 percent in the fiscal year 2021.

NEWS | 04/19/2023

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CPS to offer single, hour-long sessions as alternate, more flexible option

CPS to offer single, hour-long sessions as alternate, more flexible option

Jeannie Kim

Counseling and Psychological Services announced that they would modify their counseling service plans to offer single counseling sessions, which give students the opportunity to meet with a CPS counselor for an extended period of time without the standard expectation of consultation or follow-up appointments.

Counseling and Psychological Services announced that they would modify their counseling service plans to offer single counseling sessions, which give students the opportunity to meet with a CPS counselor for an extended period of time without the standard expectation of consultation or follow-up appointments.

NEWS | 04/18/2023

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About 100 turn out to hear UN Deputy Secretary-General on sustainable development goals

About 100 turn out to hear UN Deputy Secretary-General on sustainable development goals

Rebecca Cunningham

SPIA hosted Amina Mohammed, Deputy Secretary-General of the UN at an event on Monday. Mohammed, who was a key player in the planning of the organization’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals in 2015, spoke to the agenda’s impacts in discussion with SPIA Dean Amaney Jamal.

SPIA hosted Amina Mohammed, Deputy Secretary-General of the UN at an event on Monday. Mohammed, who was a key player in the planning of the organization’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals in 2015, spoke to the agenda’s impacts in discussion with SPIA Dean Amaney Jamal.

NEWS | 04/18/2023

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Giberson ’23 pleads not guilty to 6 violations of U.S. Code in connection to Capitol riot

Giberson ’23 pleads not guilty to 6 violations of U.S. Code in connection to Capitol riot

Eden Teshome and Julian Hartman-Sigall

Giberson ’23 called into his arraignment on April 18 from campus. He has been indicted for six violations of the U.S. Code for his alleged involvement in the 2021 Capitol Riots.  

Giberson ’23 called into his arraignment on April 18 from campus. He has been indicted for six violations of the U.S. Code for his alleged involvement in the 2021 Capitol Riots.  

NEWS | 04/18/2023

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Members of the Class of 2025 celebrate declaration day, interest shows for linguistics major

Members of the Class of 2025 celebrate declaration day, interest shows for linguistics major

Bridget O’Neill

The Class of 2025 celebrated Declaration Day on Friday, following the final deadline for sophomores to declare their majors. Considering the academic milestone, students reported both excitement and nerves; some departments experienced shifts in the number of incoming majors.

The Class of 2025 celebrated Declaration Day on Friday, following the final deadline for sophomores to declare their majors. Considering the academic milestone, students reported both excitement and nerves; some departments experienced shifts in the number of incoming majors. 

NEWS | 04/18/2023

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Daniels spars with Genevieve Shutt on student engagement, Isabella Shutt set to return to Senate

Daniels spars with Genevieve Shutt on student engagement, Isabella Shutt set to return to Senate

Nandini Krishnan

The April 16 USG meeting saw discussion over a new proposal to increase the student government’s engagement with the student body, and continued debate over a bid to increase student activities fees. 

The April 16 USG meeting saw discussion over a new proposal to increase the student government’s engagement with the student body, and continued debate over a bid to increase student activities fees. 

NEWS | 04/18/2023

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Dining hall workers in the Center for Jewish Life sweat after construction-related AC shutdown

Dining hall workers in the Center for Jewish Life sweat after construction-related AC shutdown

Justus Wilhoit

The CJL has experienced warmer conditions recently, with staff working in temperatures reaching the high 80s. According to students, portable air conditioning units and fans supplied by the University have been helpful. 

The CJL has experienced warmer conditions recently, with staff working in temperatures reaching the high 80s. According to students, portable air conditioning units and fans supplied by the University have been helpful. 

NEWS | 04/17/2023

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In quick transition, University to phase out certificates for minors within two years

In quick transition, University to phase out certificates for minors within two years

Nandini Krishnan

As Princeton transitions from certificates to minors, the Office of the Dean of College and Undergraduate Student Government Academics Committee released a new list of nine minors, four of which are based on previously existing certificates.

As Princeton transitions from certificates to minors, the Office of the Dean of College and Undergraduate Student Government Academics Committee released a new list of nine minors, four of which are based on previously existing certificates.

NEWS | 04/17/2023

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South campus construction continues as Poe Field to be closed ‘more than a year’

South campus construction continues as Poe Field to be closed ‘more than a year’

Madeleine LeBeau

The University has confirmed that a number of South Campus construction projects will continue at least until 2027, with work starting as early as 7 a.m. on weekdays. Various student groups have concerns regarding the timing or scope of the projects, which include construction on Poe Field and Hobson College.

The University has confirmed that a number of South Campus construction projects will continue at least until 2027, with work starting as early as 7 a.m. on weekdays. Various student groups have concerns regarding the timing or scope of the projects, which include construction on Poe Field and Hobson College.

NEWS | 04/16/2023

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With anti-trans legislation on the rise, University affirms commitment to trans and nonbinary students

With anti-trans legislation on the rise, University affirms commitment to trans and nonbinary students

Lia Opperman

In light of the rise in anti-transgender legislation and Governor Phil Murphy’s recent executive order, which established New Jersey as a safe haven for gender-affirming healthcare, the Gender and Sexuality Resource Center (GSRC) and University Health Services (UHS) Trans Health Team affirmed their commitment to supporting transgender and nonbinary students at Princeton. 

In light of the rise in anti-transgender legislation and Governor Phil Murphy’s recent executive order, which established New Jersey as a safe haven for gender-affirming healthcare, the Gender and Sexuality Resource Center (GSRC) and University Health Services (UHS) Trans Health Team affirmed their commitment to supporting transgender and nonbinary students at Princeton.  

NEWS | 04/13/2023

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