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‘Dream come true’: Early action decisions released for the Class of 2029

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‘Dream come true’: Early action decisions released for the Class of 2029

Hayk Yengibaryan

Princeton admitted students to the Class of 2029 through Single-Choice Early Action (SCEA) on Thursday, Dec. 12. In keeping with previous years, the University did not release statistics on how many students were admitted.

Princeton admitted students to the Class of 2029 through Single-Choice Early Action (SCEA) on Thursday, Dec. 12. In keeping with previous years, the University did not release statistics on how many students were admitted.

NEWS | 12/16/2024

Students celebrate 25 years of Dean’s Date as tradition ends

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Students celebrate 25 years of Dean’s Date as tradition ends

Sena Chang and Olivia Sanchez

The final Dean’s Date celebration also marked the tradition’s 25th anniversary, and the most successful yet. Attendance peaked at over 1,500 students, with long lines for free food and merchandise.

The final Dean’s Date celebration also marked the tradition’s 25th anniversary, and the most successful yet. Attendance peaked at over 1,500 students, with long lines for free food and merchandise.

NEWS | 12/15/2024

Waldvogel ’26 elected 149th editor-in-chief of The Daily Princetonian

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Waldvogel ’26 elected 149th editor-in-chief of The Daily Princetonian

Cynthia Torres

On Saturday, The Daily Princetonian elected its 149th editor-in-chief, selecting associate News and Investigations editor Miriam Waldvogel ’26. She plans to emphasize curiosity and building on progress the ‘Prince’ has already made.

On Saturday, The Daily Princetonian elected its 149th editor-in-chief, selecting associate News and Investigations editor Miriam Waldvogel ’26. She plans to emphasize curiosity and building on progress the ‘Prince’ has already made.

NEWS | 12/10/2024

‘I feel so blessed and lucky’: QuestBridge students match with Princeton

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‘I feel so blessed and lucky’: QuestBridge students match with Princeton

Hayk Yengibaryan and Luke Grippo

On Monday, dozens of high schoolers matched with Princeton through the QuestBridge National College Match program, officially becoming the first members of the Class of 2029. The Daily Princetonian spoke with some of Princeton’s Class of 2029 QuestBridge matches to learn about their reactions and application process.

On Monday, dozens of high schoolers matched with Princeton through the QuestBridge National College Match program, officially becoming the first members of the Class of 2029. The Daily Princetonian spoke with some of Princeton’s Class of 2029 QuestBridge matches to learn about their reactions and application process.

NEWS | 12/06/2024

UHS to relocate to new Frist Health Center in January 2025

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UHS to relocate to new Frist Health Center in January 2025

Sena Chang

Princeton University Health Services (UHS) will move to the Frist Health Center (FHC) in January 2025 as part of ongoing efforts to improve healthcare services. Due to the transition, radiology services will pause starting Dec. 9, and both UHS — commonly referred to by students as ‘McCosh’ — and the FHC will be closed from Jan. 6 to 10.

Princeton University Health Services (UHS) will move to the Frist Health Center (FHC) in January 2025 as part of ongoing efforts to improve healthcare services. Due to the transition, radiology services will pause starting Dec. 9, and both UHS — commonly referred to by students as ‘McCosh’ — and the FHC will be closed from Jan. 6 to 10.

NEWS | 12/06/2024

‘You physically have to connect’: Beginners, pros find a place in Ballroom Dance Club

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‘You physically have to connect’: Beginners, pros find a place in Ballroom Dance Club

Angela Li

For four decades, the Princeton Ballroom Dance Club has served as both a social and competitive organization that brings together beginners and experienced dancers alike. The Daily Princetonian attended a dance session and spoke to club members to learn more about why they have taken to the dance floor with their partners.

For four decades, the Princeton Ballroom Dance Club has served as both a social and competitive organization that brings together beginners and experienced dancers alike. The Daily Princetonian attended a dance session and spoke to club members to learn more about why they have taken to the dance floor with their partners.

FEATURES | 12/03/2024
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Fed Chair Jerome Powell ’75 selected as Princeton’s Baccalaureate Speaker

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Fed Chair Jerome Powell ’75 selected as Princeton’s Baccalaureate Speaker

Eojin Park

The University announced on Nov. 26 that Jerome Powell ’75, Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, would be the Baccalaureate speaker for the Class of 2025.

The University announced on Nov. 26 that Jerome Powell ’75, Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, would be the Baccalaureate speaker for the Class of 2025.

NEWS | 12/02/2024

Interclub Council holds inaugural info session, reveals efforts to reduce Bicker competition

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Interclub Council holds inaugural info session, reveals efforts to reduce Bicker competition

Justus Wilhoit and Katelynn Lee

The Interclub Council (ICC) held its inaugural panel introducing sophomores to dining options, including eating clubs. Sophomores heard from each eating club president who revealed new changes to Street Week, including changes to Charter’s selective sign in process and club ranking.

The Interclub Council (ICC) held its inaugural panel introducing sophomores to dining options, including eating clubs. Sophomores heard from each eating club president who revealed new changes to Street Week, including changes to Charter’s selective sign in process and club ranking.

NEWS | 11/25/2024

Opposition to weapons divestment referendum takes shape

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Opposition to weapons divestment referendum takes shape

Annie Rupertus and Miriam Waldvogel

As the vote on USG referenda approach, their opposition is taking shape. This is especially true of the controversial Referendum No. 5, which calls on the University to divest from weapons manufacturers.

As the vote on USG referenda approach, their opposition is taking shape. This is especially true of the controversial Referendum No. 5, which calls on the University to divest from weapons manufacturers.

NEWS | 11/22/2024

Campus pub divides USG presidential candidates in debate

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Campus pub divides USG presidential candidates in debate

Nico David-Fox and Laila Hartman-Sigall

The 2024 USG presidential candidates Enzo Kho ’26, current USG social chair, and Uma Fox ’26, current USG treasurer, participated in a debate hosted by the Whig-Cliosophic Society and The Daily Princetonian.

The 2024 USG presidential candidates Enzo Kho ’26, current USG social chair, and Uma Fox ’26, current USG treasurer, participated in the annual debate hosted by the Whig-Cliosophic Society and The Daily Princetonian.

NEWS | 11/21/2024

Trenton Arts founder, manager departs after nine years, peers reflect

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Trenton Arts founder, manager departs after nine years, peers reflect

Jake Miller

Lou Chen ’19 is stepping down from his positions as founding director of the Trenton Youth Orchestra and manager of Trenton Arts at Princeton. The ‘Prince’ spoke with him to learn about what lies ahead for these programs.

Lou Chen ’19 is stepping down from his positions as founding director of the Trenton Youth Orchestra and manager of Trenton Arts at Princeton. The ‘Prince’ spoke with him to learn about what lies ahead for these programs.

NEWS | 11/20/2024

New Hobson college to include halal station amid discussions on improving Muslim student life

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New Hobson college to include halal station amid discussions on improving Muslim student life

Hannah Gabelnick and Emily Leon

Hobson College Dining Hall, which is set to open in 2027, will have an entire Halal-certified station. The announcement comes after years of discussions between Campus Dining and MSA to improve access to Halal dining options for Muslim students on campus.

Hobson College Dining Hall, which is set to open in 2027, will have an entire Halal-certified station. The announcement comes after years of discussions between Campus Dining and MSA to improve access to Halal dining options for Muslim students on campus.

NEWS | 11/18/2024

USG holds abridged meeting week before elections, extends opposition referenda deadline

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USG holds abridged meeting week before elections, extends opposition referenda deadline

Alena Zhang

On Sunday, Nov. 17, the Undergraduate Student Government (USG) held an abridged meeting following its release of the referenda on the Winter 2024 USG ballot that morning. Four out of the proposed five referenda will be voted on.

On Sunday, Nov. 17, the Undergraduate Student Government (USG) held an abridged meeting following its release of the referenda on the Winter 2024 USG ballot that morning. Four out of the proposed five referenda will be voted on.

NEWS | 11/18/2024

Students gather for first-ever ‘TigerTies’ event, celebrate cultural differences

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Students gather for first-ever ‘TigerTies’ event, celebrate cultural differences

Sena Chang and Devon Rudolph

On Saturday, Nov. 16, the Undergraduate Student Government (USG) Social Committee held its inaugural TigerTies event, intended to showcase the diversity of cultural connections on campus. The event included over 30 student group booths and was catered by 13 local restaurants.

On Saturday, Nov. 16, the Undergraduate Student Government (USG) Social Committee held its inaugural TigerTies event, intended to showcase the diversity of cultural connections on campus. The event included over 30 student group booths and was catered by 13 local restaurants.

NEWS | 11/18/2024

Cannon Dial Elm Club readies for renovation in 2025

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Cannon Dial Elm Club readies for renovation in 2025

Isabella Roberts and Elisabeth Stewart

Cannon Dial Elm Club is currently fundraising for a renovation plan, “Thrive in ’25,” which aims to upgrade the kitchen and servery, expand the dining room, update student workspaces, and increase its competitiveness during Street Week and the bicker process. The club aims to raise $1.5 million by the end of 2024.

Cannon Dial Elm Club is currently fundraising for a renovation plan, “Thrive in ’25,” which aims to upgrade the kitchen and servery, expand the dining room, update student workspaces, and increase its competitiveness during Street Week and the bicker process. The club aims to raise $1.5 million by the end of 2024.

NEWS | 11/15/2024

SPIA to end Georgetown ‘Making an Exoneree’ partnership, offer new course on restorative justice

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SPIA to end Georgetown ‘Making an Exoneree’ partnership, offer new course on restorative justice

Elisabeth Stewart

While SPIA will not offer “Making an Exoneree” this spring, Maya Dimant will offer a new course in which students will immerse themselves in New Jersey’s criminal legal system while learning the skills to advocate for the freedom of a person who is incarcerated.

While SPIA will not offer “Making an Exoneree” this spring, Professor Maya Dimant will offer a new course in which students will immerse themselves in New Jersey’s criminal legal system while learning the skills to advocate for the freedom of a person who is incarcerated.

NEWS | 11/13/2024

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