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Jan-Werner Müller awarded University professorship, reflects on democracy and academic freedom

Jan-Werner Müller awarded University professorship, reflects on democracy and academic freedom

Aitana Camponovo

Jan-Werner Müller, scholar of democratic theory and the history of political thought, was named Class of 1943 University Professor of Politics. He sat down with the ‘Prince’ to discuss his research, teaching, the role of political theory, and concerns about student engagement and academic freedom on campus.

Jan-Werner Müller, scholar of democratic theory and the history of political thought, was named Class of 1943 University Professor of Politics. He sat down with the ‘Prince’ to discuss his research, teaching, the role of political theory, and concerns about student engagement and academic freedom on campus.

NEWS | April 14

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Princeton bans e-bikes in latest update to PEV policy

Princeton bans e-bikes in latest update to PEV policy

Hayk Yengibaryan

The decision comes after months of deliberation by the University’s Environmental, Safety, and Risk Management committee and follows growing concerns about pedestrian safety, widespread violations of existing restrictions, and new statewide regulations set to take effect in July.

The decision comes after months of deliberation by the University’s Environmental Safety and Risk Management committee and follows growing concerns about pedestrian safety, widespread violations of existing restrictions, and new statewide regulations set to take effect in July.

NEWS | April 13

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USG passes ‘One Too Many’ campaign resolution, faces criticism from UHS

USG passes ‘One Too Many’ campaign resolution, faces criticism from UHS

Andrew Arthur

USG voted to adopt the “One Too Many” campaign’s statement as an official position, advancing student-led recommendations to administrators even as University Health Services raised concerns about the letter’s research and framing.

USG voted to adopt the “One Too Many” campaign’s statement as an official position, advancing student-led recommendations to administrators even as University Health Services raised concerns about the letter’s research and framing.

NEWS | April 13

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Nukes and Nassau Hall: inside Princeton’s Science and Global Security Program

Nukes and Nassau Hall: inside Princeton’s Science and Global Security Program

Daphne Lewis

Co-directors of Princeton's Science and Global Security Program Zia Mian and Alexander Glaser are working to understand nuclear arms control, nonproliferation, and policies around disarmament alongside a team of researchers and visiting scholars.

Co-directors of Princeton's Science and Global Security Program Zia Mian and Alexander Glaser are working to understand nuclear arms control, nonproliferation, and policies around disarmament alongside a team of researchers and visiting scholars.

NEWS | April 13

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Trump’s proposed budget targets research funding after major cuts last year

Trump’s proposed budget targets research funding after major cuts last year

Sena Chang and Luke Grippo

President Trump’s proposed cuts to the National Institutes of Health and the National Science Foundation, among other agencies, in his Fiscal Year budget for 2027 submitted to Congress on April 3. The Association of American Universities released a statement urging Congress to stand against the proposed budget, which could have implications for research at Princeton.

President Trump’s proposed cuts to the National Institutes of Health and the National Science Foundation, among other agencies, in his Fiscal Year budget for 2027 submitted to Congress on April 3. The Association of American Universities released a statement urging Congress to stand against the proposed budget, which could have implications for research at Princeton.

NEWS | April 10

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Seniors Swamidurai, Fayad, Kho advance to Young Alumni Trustee general election

Seniors Swamidurai, Fayad, Kho advance to Young Alumni Trustee general election

Leela Hensler

Aishwarya Swamidurai ’26, Jamil Fayad ’26, and Enzo Kho ’26 advanced to the general election for Young Alumni Trustee. They have been selected by their class from an original pool of 15 candidates.

Aishwarya Swamidurai ’26, Jamil Fayad ’26, and Enzo Kho ’26 advanced to the general election for Young Alumni Trustee. They have been selected by their class from an original pool of 15 candidates.

NEWS | April 10

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Campus Map app to be replaced with Facilities-run site amid budget cuts

Campus Map app to be replaced with Facilities-run site amid budget cuts

Nico David-Fox and Nika Schindler

On May 31, the University will replace its third-party Campus Map app with a new in-house interactive map as part of campus-wide budget cuts.

On May 31, the University will replace its third-party Campus Map app with a new in-house interactive map as part of campus-wide budget cuts.

NEWS | April 9

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‘A post-America world’: Sen. Andy Kim says U.S. must build resilience

‘A post-America world’: Sen. Andy Kim says U.S. must build resilience

Toby Chang

Senator Andy Kim (D-N.J.) spoke at the School of Public and International Affairs’ Dean’s Leadership Series Tuesday afternoon, warning that a “post-America world” is emerging. Amid a turbulent global landscape, Kim emphasized national security and innovation as priorities for the U.S. going forward.

Senator Andy Kim (D-N.J.) spoke at the School of Public and International Affairs’ Dean’s Leadership Series Tuesday afternoon, warning that a “post-America world” is emerging. Amid a turbulent global landscape, Kim emphasized national security and innovation as priorities for the U.S. going forward.

NEWS | April 8

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Princeton Preview moves indoors amid budget cuts

Princeton Preview moves indoors amid budget cuts

Lulu Mangriotis, Benedict Hooper, and Elizabeth Hu

Hundreds of prospective freshmen with orange and black lanyards swarmed campus on Tuesday for the first Princeton Preview Day for the admitted members of the Class of 2030. The Daily Princetonian spoke with many of these members, gauging their excitement to be on campus, while also looking into how budget constraints have affected the preview day.

Hundreds of prospective freshmen with orange and black lanyards swarmed campus on Tuesday for the first Princeton Preview Day for the admitted members of the Class of 2030. The Daily Princetonian spoke with many of these members, gauging their excitement to be on campus, while also looking into how budget constraints have affected the Preview day.

NEWS | April 8

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Driver who struck undergraduate cyclist identified as U. employee

Driver who struck undergraduate cyclist identified as U. employee

Luke Grippo and Nico David-Fox

An undergraduate cyclist was struck and trapped beneath a vehicle driven by a University employee on Elm Drive late Tuesday night. The student was hospitalized in stable condition, and the driver received a citation.

An undergraduate cyclist was struck and trapped beneath a vehicle driven by a University employee on Elm Drive late Tuesday night. The student was hospitalized in stable condition, and the driver received a citation.

NEWS | April 8

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GSG announces expanded retirement savings plan, approves grad student surveys

GSG announces expanded retirement savings plan, approves grad student surveys

Haeon Lee

At its April 6 meeting, the Graduate Student Government assembly heard presentations on a new graduate student retirement plan and the Inclusion and Diversity report, and approved surveys for the graduate student body.

At its April 6 meeting, the Graduate Student Government assembly heard presentations on a new graduate student retirement plan and the Inclusion and Diversity report, and approved surveys for the graduate student body.

NEWS | April 7

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Faculty pass proposal shaving six days off winter break starting in 2027–28

Faculty pass proposal shaving six days off winter break starting in 2027–28

Sena Chang and Toby Chang

At their April 6 meeting, faculty approved a schedule change starting in 2027–28 that shortens winter break by six days and shifts the academic calendar earlier.

At their April 6 meeting, faculty approved a schedule change starting in 2027–28 that shortens winter break by six days and shifts the academic calendar earlier.

NEWS | April 7

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USG leaders present on upcoming elections, votes on proctoring, mental health initiative

USG leaders present on upcoming elections, votes on proctoring, mental health initiative

Gray Collins

Undergraduate Student Government (USG) leaders presented on the spring election cycle, the Mental Health Committee’s ‘One Too Many’ initiative, and the upcoming faculty vote on proctoring at Sunday’s Senate meeting.

Undergraduate Student Government (USG) leaders presented on the spring election cycle, the Mental Health Committee’s ‘One Too Many’ initiative, and the upcoming faculty vote on proctoring at Sunday’s Senate meeting.

NEWS | April 6

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Jewish communities on campus celebrate Passover, host Seder dinners

Jewish communities on campus celebrate Passover, host Seder dinners

Danielle Burke

Jewish communities across campus celebrated Passover through numerous celebrations, including hosting Seder dinners.

Jewish communities across campus celebrated Passover through numerous celebrations, including hosting Seder dinners.

NEWS | April 6

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N.J. Governor to move to Princeton mansion with ties to the U.

N.J. Governor to move to Princeton mansion with ties to the U.

Luke Grippo

Governor of New Jersey Mikie Sherrill will be moving to Drumthwacket Mansion in Princeton. She will be the first governor in 22 years to reside in the mansion and is expected to change her voter registration to Princeton.

Governor of New Jersey Mikie Sherrill will be moving to Drumthwacket Mansion in Princeton. She will be the first governor in 22 years to reside in the mansion and is expected to change her voter registration to Princeton.

NEWS | April 4

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Students voice mixed reactions to new room draw process after draw times released

Students voice mixed reactions to new room draw process after draw times released

Caitlyn Tablada

Princeton students praised new visualization tools in the University’s updated housing draw system, but many said technical issues and limited transparency around draw times made the process confusing and stressful.

Princeton students praised new visualization tools in the University’s updated housing draw system, but many said technical issues and limited transparency around draw times made the process confusing and stressful.

NEWS | April 3

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Princeton-led study finds global wastewater emissions may be underestimated

Princeton-led study finds global wastewater emissions may be underestimated

Razvan Verde

A Princeton study led by Zhiyong Jason Ren found that countries may be undercounting greenhouse gas emissions from wastewater systems by a significant margin. 

A Princeton study led by Zhiyong Jason Ren found that countries may be undercounting greenhouse gas emissions from wastewater systems by a significant margin. 

NEWS | April 3

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Stellic, centralized academic hub, to be used this spring for course selection — here’s how it works

Stellic, centralized academic hub, to be used this spring for course selection — here’s how it works

Clara Docherty and Luke Grippo

Stellic, a degree-management platform, is set to replace TigerHub for student course selection beginning in Fall 2026. The platform is also a centralized hub where students can track degree progress, plan different schedules, and make appointments with advisors.

Stellic, a degree-management platform, is set to replace TigerHub for student course selection beginning in Fall 2026. The platform is also a centralized hub where students can track degree progress, plan different schedules, and make appointments with advisors.

NEWS | April 2

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Faculty to vote on the implementation of ‘universal’ proctoring

Faculty to vote on the implementation of ‘universal’ proctoring

Devon Williams and Giselle Moreno

A proposal for proctoring on all examinations will be considered by two faculty committees before potentially reaching a full faculty vote in May, according to Dean of the College Michael Gordin. This unprecedented proposal comes amidst administration concerns about cheating, especially given the prevalence of generative AI tools.

A proposal for proctoring on all examinations will be considered by two faculty committees before potentially reaching a full faculty vote in May, according to Dean of the College Michael Gordin. This unprecedented proposal comes amidst administration concerns about cheating, especially given the prevalence of generative AI tools.

NEWS | April 2

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Graduate student population to shrink, departments asked to trim expenses in FY2027 operating budget

Graduate student population to shrink, departments asked to trim expenses in FY2027 operating budget

Luke Grippo

The Board of Trustees has officially approved the operating budget for the 2026–2027 fiscal year. The Daily Princetonian broke it down, as the University faces ongoing budget reduction measures.

The Board of Trustees has officially approved the operating budget for the 2026–2027 fiscal year. The Daily Princetonian broke it down, as the University faces ongoing budget reduction measures.

NEWS | April 1

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