Student Life

Affinity and cultural groups comment on ODUS policy refresher amid Trump’s DEI attacks

Student groups react to the Office of the Dean of Undergraduate Studies’s request to update promotional materials to explicitly say that the groups are open to all Princeton students.

Student groups react to the Office of the Dean of Undergraduate Studies’s request to update promotional materials to explicitly say that the groups are open to all Princeton students.

CJL dining hall officially opens

Sunday, March 16 marked the official opening of the Center for Jewish Life (CJL) dining hall after a semester of renovations.

Sunday, March 16 marked the official opening of the Center for Jewish Life (CJL) dining hall after a semester of renovations.

‘Service disruption’ halts eduroam and single sign-on, stops returning students from entering dorms

A service disruption on campus brought down many University services and applications for much of Thursday, though the issue was fixed by around 8 p.m.

A service disruption on campus brought down many University services and applications for much of Thursday, though the issue was fixed by around 8 p.m.

‘It’s not a zero sum game’: Yascha Mounk talks democracy and international relations at Whig-Clio event

At the event, titled “Freedom in Danger,” Johns Hopkins Professor Yascha Mounk discussed the rise of populism worldwide, U.S.-Ukraine relations under Donald Trump, identity politics, and institutional neutrality.

At the event, titled “Freedom in Danger,” Johns Hopkins Professor Yascha Mounk discussed the rise of populism worldwide, U.S.-Ukraine relations under Donald Trump, identity politics, and institutional neutrality.

Noah James ’25 and Ethan Sample ’25 win Sachs scholarships

On Feb. 25, Princeton University announced the 2025 recipients of the Daniel M. Sachs Class of 1960 Graduating Scholarship.

On Feb. 25, Princeton University announced the 2025 recipients of the Daniel M. Sachs Class of 1960 Graduating Scholarship.

Joshua Yang ’25 awarded Gates Cambridge Scholarship

Yang and 34 other students from the United States comprise the 25th-anniversary cohort of scholars.

Yang and 34 other students from the United States comprise the 25th-anniversary cohort of scholars.

We asked seniors who they want their Class Day speaker to be. Here’s what they said.

Seniors discuss what speakers they would like to hear from for Class Day. Answers range from preferences for international speakers, entertainers, and athletes to no preference at all.

Seniors discuss what speakers they would like to hear from for Class Day. Answers range from preferences for international speakers, entertainers, and athletes to no preference at all.

As Princeton grows AI profile, student-run conference highlights shifting policy landscape

The 2025 Envision AI Conference focused on potential policy changes impacting the artificial intelligence field. Speakers addressed questions about the future of AI policy and what students can do to position themselves for careers in the emerging field.

The 2025 Envision AI Conference focused on potential policy changes impacting the artificial intelligence field. Speakers addressed questions about the future of AI policy and what students can do to position themselves for careers in the emerging field.

2D co-op and abundance culture: ‘If you don’t have leftovers, it’s not enough food’

Senior Writer for The Prospect Lulu Pettit gives an intimate overview of her experience observing the 2D co-op for a meal.

Senior Writer for The Prospect Lulu Pettit gives an intimate overview of her experience observing the 2D co-op for a meal.

Attar and Nwokeji ’25 awarded Pyne Prize, highest undergraduate distinction

Seniors Avi Attar and Jennifer Nwokeji won the 2025 Pyne Prize for excellence in scholarship, character, and leadership. Both students were previous recipients of the Shapiro Prize. 

Students on the outs during brief power outage in upperclass housing

A power outage affecting electricity at 1903, Walker, and Feinberg Halls began on Feb. 16. Other areas of campus are also facing power outages as well as loss of hot water. Residents of 1903, Walker, and Feinberg have been offered cots in Dillon Gym for the night.

A power outage affecting electricity at 1903, Walker, and Feinberg Halls began on Feb. 16. Other areas of campus are also facing power outages as well as loss of hot water. Residents of 1903, Walker, and Feinberg have been offered cots in Dillon Gym for the night.

Single this year? 10 ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day on campus with friends

Staff Writer for The Prospect Lulu Pettit offers a selection of arts, food, and other Valentines-themed activities for those who are single and spending the holiday with friends.

Staff Writer for The Prospect Lulu Pettit offers a selection of arts, food, and other Valentines-themed activities for those who are single and spending the holiday with friends.

The Fine Hall common room: an unexpected social hub where chalk and camaraderie collide

Contributing Writer for The Prospect Ruxandra Iosif documents her observations in the Fine Hall common room.

Contributing Writer for The Prospect Ruxandra Iosif documents her observations in the Fine Hall common room.

Mice infestations spread to NCW and Yeh colleges, students voice concern

As students returned to campus after winter break, many in undergraduate housing reported spotting rodents in dorm rooms, hallways, and common rooms. 

Princeton University Health Services opens doors in new Frist Health Center

The University’s health care services opened at the new Frist Health Center on Jan. 13, offering more convenience to students.

The University’s health care services opened at Frist Health Center on Jan. 13, offering more convenience to students.

As Street Week events continue, changes address trend of increased participation

Street Week 2025 began on Sunday, Jan. 26, with clubs beginning to host events for prospective members. Charter Club has changed their selective sign-in process to cap the number of points an individual can receive at nine.

Street Week 2025 began on Sunday, Jan. 26, with clubs beginning to host events for prospective members. Charter Club has changed their selective sign-in process to cap the number of points an individual can receive at nine.

First day of classes kicks off with annual USG event

On Jan. 27, USG held the annual “FDOC” event to celebrate the first day of classes. Students lined up to take photos in front of banners reading “FDOC,” seniors with the option of an “LFDOC” banner.

On Jan. 27, USG held the annual “FDOC” event to celebrate the first day of classes. Students lined up to take photos in front of banners reading “FDOC,” seniors with the option of an “LFDOC” banner.

‘It was entirely unrecognizable’: The Princeton students affected by Los Angeles wildfires

After two major fires caused historic damage to the greater Los Angeles area, several Princeton students who call the Golden State home have had to navigate local evacuation orders while coping with the fact that they may never see their homes.

After two major fires caused historic damage to the greater Los Angeles area, several Princeton students who call the Golden State home have had to navigate local evacuation orders while coping with the fact that they may never see their homes.

Participants enjoy community building as Wintersession 2025 comes to an end

After two weeks and more than 500 events, Wintersession 2025 has come to an end. The ‘Prince’ spoke to students who reflected on Wintersession’s role in learning and community building.

After two weeks and more than 500 events, Wintersession 2025 has come to an end. The ‘Prince’ spoke to students who reflected on Wintersession’s role in learning and community building.

Before inauguration, Princeton issues no official travel warning for international students

While various other universities advised international students to return to the United States before President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration, Princeton has not issued an official recommendation.

While various other universities advised international students to return to the U.S. before President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration, Princeton did not. The 'Prince' interviewed a number of international students of different nationalities on how they feel regarding the lack of advice.