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Student Life

B(l)ack Together promotes belonging at annual community barbecue

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B(l)ack Together promotes belonging at annual community barbecue

Justus Wilhoit

On Thursday, Sept. 5, the BSU, CAF, and ODUS hosted the annual B(l)ack Together event, which is held during the first week of classes in the fall semester each year and serves as a networking event for Black undergraduate students, graduate students, faculty, and staff.

On Thursday, Sept. 5, the BSU, CAF, and ODUS hosted the annual B(l)ack Together event, which is held during the first week of classes in the fall semester each year and serves as a networking event for Black undergraduate students, graduate students, faculty, and staff.

NEWS | 09/09/2024

Students transition to new online course book provider for fall semester

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Students transition to new online course book provider for fall semester

Ava Fonss

This semester, students will purchase course books and materials from the new eCampus Online Bookstore platform. Students have reported shipping delays and concern over long processing times at the Frist Campus Center mailroom.

This semester, students will purchase course books and materials from the new eCampus Online Bookstore platform. Students have reported shipping delays and concern over long processing times at the Frist Campus Center mailroom.

NEWS | 09/04/2024

Thames transitions into role as ORL Dean, prioritizing connections across a growing campus

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Thames transitions into role as ORL Dean, prioritizing connections across a growing campus

Elisabeth Stewart

Theresa Thames has been appointed as the new Dean of Religious Life and the Chapel, succeeding Allison Boden, who retired after 17 years. Thames, who values deep relationships with students and colleagues, plans to continue and build upon Boden’s legacy by expanding ORL’s services and programs across campus. Her focus will include adapting to the evolving needs of students and enhancing campus-wide engagement as Princeton expands.

Theresa Thames has been appointed as the new Dean of Religious Life and the Chapel, succeeding Allison Boden, who retired after 17 years. Thames, who values deep relationships with students and colleagues, plans to continue and build upon Boden’s legacy by expanding ORL’s services and programs across campus. Her focus will include adapting to the evolving needs of students and enhancing campus-wide engagement as Princeton expands.

NEWS | 09/04/2024

String of lewdness incidents on campus disrupt orientation week

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String of lewdness incidents on campus disrupt orientation week

Olivia Sanchez

Two suspects have been arrested and charged following multiple incidents of sexual misconduct on and near Princeton’s campus. Neither are members of the University community.

Two suspects have been arrested and charged following multiple incidents of sexual misconduct on and near Princeton’s campus. Neither are members of the University community.

NEWS | 09/01/2024

Daya and NLE Choppa to headline Fall 2024 Lawnparties

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Daya and NLE Choppa to headline Fall 2024 Lawnparties

Alena Zhang

Pop star Daya and rapper NLE Choppa will headline the upcoming Fall 2024 Lawnparties on Sunday, Sept. 8, following the first week of classes. Performances will begin at 2 p.m. on the Frist North Lawn main stage. This year’s Lawnparties will embrace a “fall festival” theme, reflecting the season of transition as students begin a new academic year, and an autumnal aesthetic.

Pop star Daya and rapper NLE Choppa will headline the upcoming Fall 2024 Lawnparties on Sunday, Sept. 8, following the first week of classes. Performances will begin at 2 p.m. on the Frist North Lawn main stage. This year’s Lawnparties will embrace a “fall festival” theme, reflecting the season of transition as students begin a new academic year, and an autumnal aesthetic.

NEWS | 08/23/2024
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NJ Transit free for returning student move-in

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NJ Transit free for returning student move-in

Megan Cameron

Princeton students returning to campus will not have to purchase a ticket to travel on NJ Transit trains. The fare holiday comes after a summer of historic delays and a month after a 15 percent fare increase.

Princeton students returning to campus will not have to purchase a ticket to travel on NJ Transit trains. The fare holiday comes after a summer of historic delays and a month after a 15 percent fare increase.

NEWS | 08/19/2024

Nader Al-Naji ’14 charged with fraud over crypto startup, BitClout

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Nader Al-Naji ’14 charged with fraud over crypto startup, BitClout

Bridget O’Neill

The SEC and DOJ have charged Nader Al-Naji ’14, founder of BitClout, with wire fraud and selling unregistered crypto asset securities, alleging he misled investors and misused funds.

The SEC and DOJ have charged Nader Al-Naji ’14, founder of BitClout, with wire fraud and selling unregistered crypto asset securities, alleging he misled investors and misused funds.

NEWS | 08/05/2024

Princeton programs held in Paris impacted by preparation for Olympics

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Princeton programs held in Paris impacted by preparation for Olympics

Isabella Dail

Princeton summer programming has been impacted by the 2024 Summer Olympics, leading to the postponement or cancelation of many summer study abroad programs, though most IIPs have continued. Students in Paris face closed Metro stations and cultural sites due to the games, but they still look forward to the unique experience the games present.

Princeton summer programming has been impacted by the 2024 Summer Olympics, leading to the postponement or cancelation of many summer study abroad programs, though most IIPs have continued. Students in Paris face closed Metro stations and cultural sites due to the games, but they still look forward to the unique experience the games present.

NEWS | 07/24/2024

Baccalaureate and Class Day highlight potential for global impact

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Baccalaureate and Class Day highlight potential for global impact

Ava Fonss

Baccalaureate and Class Day provided additional opportunities before Commencement for the Class of 2024 and their families to celebrate the achievements of a class which first experienced Princeton virtually during the COVID-19 pandemic. Federal Judge Nusrat J. Choudhury and actor Sam Waterston served as keynote speakers.

Baccalaureate and Class Day provided additional opportunities before Commencement for the Class of 2024 and their families to celebrate the achievements of a class which first experienced Princeton virtually during the COVID-19 pandemic. Federal Judge Nusrat J. Choudhury and actor Sam Waterston served as keynote speakers.

NEWS | 06/02/2024

At Commencement, pro-Palestine protesters silently demonstrate and walkout

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At Commencement, pro-Palestine protesters silently demonstrate and walkout

Megan Cameron and Christopher Bao

At Tuesday’s Commencement, around 1,300 undergraduate degrees and 600 graduate degrees were awarded. Though there were no significant disruptions, during President Eisgruber’s Commencement speech over 70 students stood up and faced away from him, and around 15 students walked out.

At Tuesday’s Commencement, around 1,300 undergraduate degrees and 600 graduate degrees were awarded. Though there were no significant disruptions, during President Eisgruber’s Commencement speech over 70 students stood up and faced away from him, and around 15 students walked out.

NEWS | 05/29/2024

Nassau Hall vandalized with pro-Palestine graffiti, second incident in one week

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Nassau Hall vandalized with pro-Palestine graffiti, second incident in one week

Olivia Sanchez

On Wednesday, May 29 at 3:40 a.m., the front of Nassau Hall was vandalized by protesters. Red paint was dumped on the tiger statues outside and the words “Tragic Accident, Genocide Denial” were spray painted in front of the steps. Princeton Israeli Apartheid Divest denied responsibility, stating that an “autonomous collective” carried out the action.

On Wednesday, May 29 at 3:40 a.m., the front of Nassau Hall was vandalized by protesters. Red paint was dumped on the tiger statues outside and the words “Tragic Accident, Genocide Denial” were spray painted in front of the steps. Princeton Israeli Apartheid Divest denied responsibility, stating that an “autonomous collective” carried out the action.

NEWS | 05/29/2024

‘I think we were forced into this position’: Hunger strike for Palestine continues

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‘I think we were forced into this position’: Hunger strike for Palestine continues

Miriam Waldvogel

At least 17 undergraduates began a hunger strike on Friday morning to demand that the University meet with students to discuss financial and academic disassociation from Israel and to drop criminal and disciplinary charges against the 13 students arrested for occupying Clio Hall on Monday. The hunger strikers have received regular health checkups as they faced rainy weather all weekend without shelter.

At least 17 undergraduates began a hunger strike on Friday morning to demand that the University meet with students to discuss financial and academic disassociation from Israel and to drop criminal and disciplinary charges against the 13 students arrested for occupying Clio Hall on Monday. The hunger strikers have received regular health checkups as they faced rainy weather all weekend without shelter.

NEWS | 05/06/2024

‘Black Princeton’ group chat deleted following viral leak

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‘Black Princeton’ group chat deleted following viral leak

Christopher Bao and Annie Rupertus

Abigail Anthony ’23, a reporter for the conservative news outlet, The National Review, posted screenshots of messages from the “Black Princeton” GroupMe chat on X. Hours later, the group chat — once a virtual hub for Princeton’s Black community — was deleted.

Abigail Anthony ’23, a reporter for the conservative news outlet, The National Review, posted screenshots of messages from the “Black Princeton” GroupMe chat on X. Hours later, the group chat — once a virtual hub for Princeton’s Black community — was deleted.

NEWS | 05/02/2024

Mariachi Los Tigres brings new music, cultural connection to campus

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Mariachi Los Tigres brings new music, cultural connection to campus

Chloe Lau

After performing the first Mariachi concert in Princeton’s history, members of the band reflect on the club’s inception, rehearsal process, and common dedication to the traditional Mexican genre.

After performing the first Mariachi concert in Princeton’s history, members of the band reflect on the club’s inception, rehearsal process, and common dedication to the traditional Mexican genre.

FEATURES | 04/30/2024

Princeton Armenian Society hosts first Turkish scholar to acknowledge Armenian genocide

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Princeton Armenian Society hosts first Turkish scholar to acknowledge Armenian genocide

Justus Wilhoit

On Wednesday, April 24, the Princeton Armenian Society hosted Taner Akçam, the inaugural director of the Armenian Genocide Research Program at UCLA to discuss Armenian genocide denial. Akçam is also the first Turkish scholar to acknowledge the genocide.

On Wednesday, April 24, the Princeton Armenian Society hosted Taner Akçam, the inaugural director of the Armenian Genocide Research Program at UCLA to discuss Armenian genocide denial. Akçam is also the first Turkish scholar to acknowledge the genocide.

NEWS | 04/26/2024

Princeton Pro-Life revived post-Dobbs

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Princeton Pro-Life revived post-Dobbs

Olivia Sanchez and Nandini Krishnan

The Princeton Pro-Life Club has experienced a resurgence in the 2023–24 academic year. The ‘Prince’ spoke with the president of the club and attended a reception to learn more about the club’s rebirth.

The Princeton Pro-Life Club has experienced a resurgence in the 2023–24 academic year. The ‘Prince’ spoke with the president of the club and attended a reception to learn more about the club’s rebirth.

NEWS | 04/24/2024

Two years in the making: PSRJ launches condom dispensers

A rectangular table displays condoms from several condom brands and stickers. A student looks over the table while a hand behind them reaches for a sticker.

Two years in the making: PSRJ launches condom dispensers

Vitus Larrieu

Princeton Students for Reproductive Justice (PSRJ) celebrated the launch of condom dispensers around campus with a party in Campus Club on Friday, April 19, capping off its second annual “Sex Ed week.”

Princeton Students for Reproductive Justice (PSRJ) celebrated the launch of condom dispensers around campus with a party in Campus Club on Friday, April 19, capping off its second annual “Sex Ed week.”

NEWS | 04/23/2024

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