Student Life

As University investigates, student reflects on incident of lewdness in Frist Campus Center

Frist Campus Center, a significant hub of social activity on campus.

As University investigates, student reflects on incident of lewdness in Frist Campus Center

Sidney Singer and Lia Opperman

Deputy University Spokesperson Michael Hotchkiss wrote in an email to the ‘Prince’ that “the University is investigating the issue and taking action through appropriate channels.”

NEWS | 02/23/2022

Q&A with 2021 Nobel Laureate, chemistry professor David MacMillan

Mahya Fazel-Zarandi

Professor of Chemistry and 2021 Nobel Prize award-winner David MacMillan sat in an interview with The Daily Princetonian to discuss his upbringing, research, and Princeton’s continued influence on his work.

NEWS | 02/22/2022

Feb. 15, Feb. 21 mark two highest single-day COVID-19 case tolls among undergraduates at University

Feb. 15, Feb. 21 mark two highest single-day COVID-19 case tolls among undergraduates at University

Tess Weinreich

Feb. 15 marked the highest single-day spike among undergraduates this academic year, with 104 students testing positive for COVID-19.

NEWS | 02/22/2022

Influencing w/ Gabby Carter

Folarin Okulaja

In this episode of Go With the Flo, Gabby and Folarin discuss her YouTube page and scholarship advice, the first Black Ivy Vacation, all things High School Musical, transitioning to life after graduation, and much more.

PODCAST | 02/22/2022

Princeton honors Nobel Laureate Maria Ressa ’86, Julia Wolfe GS ’12 at Alumni Day 2022

Princeton honors Nobel Laureate Maria Ressa ’86, Julia Wolfe GS ’12 at Alumni Day 2022

Aidan Iacobucci and Brenden Garza

The 2022 Princeton University Alumni Day event took place on Saturday, Feb. 19 in Richardson Auditorium. Awards were given to Princeton alumni, as well as current undergraduate and graduate students.

NEWS | 02/21/2022

USG discusses mental health focus for the upcoming term

Annie Rupertus

At its most recent meeting, the Undergraduate Student Government (USG) discussed their increased focus on student mental health for the upcoming term as well as approved funding and new student organization requests.

NEWS | 02/21/2022

Writer and director Angela Barnes talks career, inclusivity at event hosted by LCA

Laura Robertson

Angela Barnes, who has directed for “Blindspotting” and has worked on “Atlanta” and “Being Mary Jane,“ spoke about her career and inclusivity in television at an event hosted by the Lewis Center for the Arts.

NEWS | 02/20/2022

Eisgruber fields questions related to Palestine, gender accommodations, COVID-19 policy at CPUC meeting

Eisgruber fields questions related to Palestine, gender accommodations, COVID-19 policy at CPUC meeting

Aidan Iacobucci

At a meeting of the Council of Princeton University Community on Feb. 14, President Christopher Eisgruber ’83 presented on campus expansion and increased admissions capacity, as well as long-term COVID-19 policy expectations.

NEWS | 02/17/2022

Divest Princeton files legal complaint to N.J. Attorney General

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Divest Princeton files legal complaint to N.J. Attorney General

Paige Cromley

The complaint alleges that the University has violated New Jersey state law, specifically the New Jersey Uniform Prudent Management of Institutional Funds Act, by continuing to invest in fossil fuels.

NEWS | 02/16/2022

Street Week in Review: Over 1070 sophomores participate in eating club sign-in and bicker, yielding most competitive rates in a decade

Izzy Jacobson

For the fourth consecutive year, the Interclub Council reported that all sophomores who participated were placed into an eating club, and the number of students who participated increased by 12 percent from last year.

For the fourth consecutive year, the Interclub Council reported that all sophomores who participated were placed into an eating club, and the number of students who participated increased by 12 percent.

NEWS | 02/16/2022

Highest single day COVID-19 spike reverts TI to grab-and-go dining, halts social calendar

Highest single day COVID-19 spike reverts TI to grab-and-go dining, halts social calendar

Drew Somerville

On Feb. 14, 84 undergraduate students tested positive for COVID-19.

NEWS | 02/16/2022

Five to a quad, shared bathrooms, movie nights: A glimpse into COVID-19 isolation at Princeton

Window viewed from the end of a dark hallway with a door on the far right side and an exit sign hanging above the window.

Five to a quad, shared bathrooms, movie nights: A glimpse into COVID-19 isolation at Princeton

Janny Eng

About half of students who test positive are sent to isolation dorms while the rest either remain in their dorms or in “campus apartments.”

NEWS | 02/15/2022

USG hears Lawnparties Review Committee Report, approves task forces for the upcoming year

USG hears Lawnparties Review Committee Report, approves task forces for the upcoming year

Annie Rupertus

At its most recent meeting, the Undergraduate Student Government (USG) heard several recommendations from the Lawnparties Review Committee and approved eight task forces for the upcoming year.

NEWS | 02/14/2022

Potter, Wayner awarded Pyne Prizes, to be recognized on Alumni Day

Drew Somerville

Hailing from McLean, Va., Potter is concentrating in the School of Public and International Affairs. Wayner is a Civil and Environmental Engineering concentrator from Baltimore, Md., earning certificates in environmental studies and sustainable energy.

NEWS | 02/14/2022

Love Day w/ Flo Donald and Joe Wolfin

Love Day w/ Flo Donald and Joe Wolfin

Folarin Okulaja

In this Valentine’s Day episode, Flo and Joe discuss the start of their relationship, the difficulties of starting Princeton as a couple, how their Valentine’s Days have evolved over the years, who should shoot their shot first, and much more!

In this Valentine’s Day episode, Flo and Joe discuss the start of their relationship, the difficulties of starting Princeton as a couple, how their Valentine’s Days have evolved over the years, and much more!

PODCAST | 02/14/2022

Shaffin Siddiqui ’22 wins 2022 Gates Cambridge Scholarship

Sidney Singer

Siddiqui, a senior in the History department, will pursue a Master of Philosophy degree in the history and philosophy of science and medicine at Cambridge University.

NEWS | 02/09/2022

ICC looks to ‘bring the Street back’ as University further loosens restrictions on indoor gatherings

ICC looks to ‘bring the Street back’ as University further loosens restrictions on indoor gatherings

Bailey Glenetske

Interclub Council (ICC) President Schuyler Kean ’22 says they are looking to “work towards bringing the Street back” as the University further loosens guidance regarding indoor event capacity limits, now allowing event coordinators to serve food and beverage at events for undergraduates.

NEWS | 02/08/2022

After 'Street Week,' campus COVID-19 cases continue downward trend

Amy Ciceu

During the second week of the Spring 2022 semester, COVID-19 cases among the University community have continued to fall as University administrators loosen undergraduate event restrictions.

NEWS | 02/07/2022

USG approves $230K budget for 2022, confirms new committee members

Annie Rupertus

At the first in-person meeting of the year, the Undergraduate Student Government (USG) met to approve a budget of about $230,000 for the year, confirm new committee members, introduce several student organizations, and discuss the results of a recent survey about student health and attendance-related stress.

NEWS | 02/07/2022

Draft Day w/ Kevin O’Toole

Folarin Okulaja

In this episode, we chat with Kevin O’Toole ’22, who was recently drafted to the MLS by NYCFC, about balancing finishing out his Princeton degree with professional responsibilities, whether senior theses should be mandatory, Ronaldo versus Messi, and much more!

PODCAST | 02/07/2022

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