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Delivered meals, hybrid teaching, and quarantine policy in flux: Key takeaways from last night’s parent town hall

Delivered meals, hybrid teaching, and quarantine policy in flux: Key takeaways from last night’s parent town hall

Anika Buch

The University may alter aspects of the spring 2021 move-in and quarantine process, pending guidance from the New Jersey government. 

The University may be altering aspects of the spring 2021 move-in and initial quarantine process, awaiting guidance from the state after the CDC shortened the recommended quarantine period from 14 days to 10 days on Wednesday. Housing will push back its launch of a move-in sign-up site to bide time for a potential state policy shift.

NEWS | December 3

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Administrators discuss vaccine preparedness, socially-distant spring at USG town hall

Administrators discuss vaccine preparedness, socially-distant spring at USG town hall

Anika Buch

A wide range of topics were discussed at the town hall, including housing, dining, virtual programming, visa restrictions for international students, testing protocol, and whether the University would be able to distribute a vaccine once available. 

A wide range of topics were discussed at the town hall, including housing, dining, virtual programming, visa restrictions for international students, testing protocol, and whether the University would be able to distribute a vaccine once available. 

NEWS | December 2

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Princeton expects to keep student organization facilities closed throughout the spring

Princeton expects to keep student organization facilities closed throughout the spring

Zachary Shevin

Though noting that prox access “is expected to remain inactive throughout the term,” the announcement left the door open for adjustment if public health guidelines permit.

Though noting that prox access “is expected to remain inactive throughout the term,” the announcement left the door open for adjustment if public health guidelines permit.

NEWS | December 2

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Biden to nominate SPIA Dean Rouse as CEA chair

Biden to nominate SPIA Dean Rouse as CEA chair

Albert Jiang and Sam Kagan

Cecilia Rouse, Dean of the School of Public and International Affairs (SPIA), will be named by President-elect Joe Biden as his pick for Chair of the Council of Economic Advisers, The Wall Street Journal reported. If confirmed by the Senate, she would be the first woman of color to chair the Council.

Cecilia Rouse, Dean of the School of Public and International Affairs (SPIA), will be named by President-elect Joe Biden as his pick for Chair of the Council of Economic Advisers, according to reporting from the Wall Street Journal. If confirmed by the Senate, she would be the first woman of color to chair the Council.

NEWS | November 29

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Sophomore sues Princeton for spring 2020 tuition refund

Sophomore sues Princeton for spring 2020 tuition refund

Anne Wen

Reid Zlotky ’23 is suing the University in federal court, arguing the institution is unfairly charging full tuition for virtual instruction in the spring. Tuition reimbursement lawsuits have now been filed against all eight Ivy League institutions.

Reid Zlotky ’23 is suing the University in federal court, arguing the institution is unfairly charging full tuition for virtual instruction in the spring. Tuition reimbursement lawsuits have now been filed against all eight Ivy League institutions.

NEWS | November 28

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As The Hub’s first tenant, Princeton hopes to catalyze New Jersey’s tech industry

As The Hub’s first tenant, Princeton hopes to catalyze New Jersey’s tech industry

Ngan Chiem

Rodney Priestley, Vice Dean of Innovation and Professor of Chemical and Biological Engineering, said the University is committed to nurturing New Jersey’s tech ecosystem.

At the online announcement of the partnership, Rodney Priestley, the Vice Dean of Innovation and Professor of Chemical and Biological Engineering, expressed commitment to nurturing the New Jersey tech ecosystem through projects like The Hub and with the help of other research institutions in the state, including Rutgers University. 

NEWS | November 25

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Faculty for ‘about 60 courses’ have expressed interest in hybrid teaching

Faculty for ‘about 60 courses’ have expressed interest in hybrid teaching

Alejandro Ortiz

“So far, the Office of the Dean of the College has had inquiries from faculty for about 60 courses — including both undergraduate and graduate courses — who are interested in exploring hybrid elements in their teaching,” a University spokesperson told the ‘Prince.’

“So far, the Office of the Dean of the College has had inquiries from faculty for about 60 courses — including both undergraduate and graduate courses — who are interested in exploring hybrid elements in their teaching,” a University spokesperson told the ‘Prince’ this afternoon.

NEWS | November 25

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Barron '74 establishes Biodiversity Research Challenge Fund

Barron '74 establishes Biodiversity Research Challenge Fund

Neha Chauhan

The University recently announced the establishment of the Thomas A. and Currie C. Barron Family Biodiversity Research Challenge Fund to support environmental research on biodiversity. 

The University recently announced the establishment of the Thomas A. and Currie C. Barron Family Biodiversity Research Challenge Fund to support environmental research on biodiversity. 

NEWS | November 25

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Princeton to invite all undergraduates to campus this spring, with most instruction remaining online

Princeton to invite all undergraduates to campus this spring, with most instruction remaining online

Albert Jiang, Zachary Shevin, Naomi Hess, Marissa Michaels, Rooya Rahin, Evelyn Doskoch, and Caitlin Limestahl

Most instruction will remain online, and classes with an in-person component will be offered in a “hybrid” format to accommodate students studying remotely. All graduate students will again be invited to campus

Most instruction will remain online, and classes with an in-person component will be offered in a “hybrid” format to accommodate students studying remotely. All graduate students will again be invited to campus

NEWS | November 24

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COVID-19 testing extended to off-campus students before Thanksgiving air travel

COVID-19 testing extended to off-campus students before Thanksgiving air travel

Amy Ciceu

Students living off-campus in the Princeton area must arrange an appointment at University Health Services (UHS) to receive a COVID-19 test.

Students living off-campus in the Princeton area must arrange an appointment at University Health Services (UHS) in order to have a COVID-19 test administered.

NEWS | November 22

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As students recount discrimination abroad, Bridge Year examines racial equity

As students recount discrimination abroad, Bridge Year examines racial equity

Omar Farah

In a year of reckoning on issues of equity, especially regarding race, a vibrant conversation has taken root in the Bridge Year community on how the program experience differs for students of various identities. With the program’s director expecting to craft an “action plan” by the end of the year, several students shared their experiences of discrimination with the ‘Prince.’ 

In a year of reckoning on issues of equity, especially regarding race, a vibrant conversation has taken root in the Bridge Year community on how the program experience differs for students of various identities. With the program’s director expecting to craft an “action plan” by the end of the year, several students shared their experiences of discrimination with the ‘Prince.’ 

NEWS | November 20

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Liu, Potter run for USG president, appearing beside four contested races, two referenda on next week’s ballot

Liu, Potter run for USG president, appearing beside four contested races, two referenda on next week’s ballot

Katherine Dailey, Diya Kraybill, and Andrew Somerville

Allen Liu and Christian Potter, U-Council Chair and Academics Chair respectively, have begun campaigning for the position of USG President, with voting to begin next week. The ballot will also include contested races for Vice President, Sustainability Chair, Treasurer, and Class of 2024 Senator, in addition to referendum questions addressing class on Election Day and fossil fuel divestment.

Allen Liu and Christian Potter, U-Council Chair and Academics Chair respectively, have begun campaigning for the position of USG President, with voting to begin next week. The ballot will also include contested races for Vice President, Sustainability Chair, Treasurer, and Class of 2024 Senator, in addition to referendum questions addressing class on Election Day and fossil fuel divestment.

NEWS | November 19

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Princeton opens on-campus COVID-19 testing laboratory

Princeton opens on-campus COVID-19 testing laboratory

Anika Buch

After months of coordinated preparation among University staff, the lab — located within the Molecular Biology Department — is now operational.

After months of coordinated preparation among University staff, the lab — located within the Molecular Biology Department — is now operational and will allow for faster results. 

NEWS | November 19

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Princeton alters emergency housing criteria amid concerns from LGBTQ+ students

Princeton alters emergency housing criteria amid concerns from LGBTQ+ students

Sai Rachumalla

The housing policy will now permit students who feel unsafe in their homes due to a social identity, such as their sexual orientation, to qualify for emergency housing.

The housing policy will now permit students who feel unsafe in their homes due to a social identity, such as their sexual orientation, to qualify for emergency housing.

NEWS | November 16

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Spanish and Portuguese Dept. cancels summer abroad programs, as IIP and PICS begin accepting applications

Spanish and Portuguese Dept. cancels summer abroad programs, as IIP and PICS begin accepting applications

Anika Agarwal and Julia Zhou

The Spanish and Portuguese department has canceled its summer abroad programs in Argentina, Portugal, and Spain, citing concerns surrounding international travel. PIIRS also plans to host its annual Global Seminars virtually. Meanwhile, the International Internship Program and the Princeton Internships in Civil Service program recently opened applications for in-person summer positions.

The Spanish and Portuguese department has canceled its summer abroad programs in Argentina, Portugal, and Spain, citing concerns surrounding international travel. PIIRS also plans to host its annual Global Seminars virtually. Meanwhile, the International Internship Program and the Princeton Internships in Civil Service program recently opened applications for in-person summer positions.

NEWS | November 11

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Princeton to pay fourth payment under settlement agreement to local lower-income homeowners

Princeton to pay fourth payment under settlement agreement to local lower-income homeowners

Anne Wen

Homeowners who received a homestead benefit under the New Jersey Homestead Property Tax Credit Act will receive aid payments. From this year’s payments, each eligible household will receive around $2,100, according to a statement from the University.

Homeowners who received a homestead benefit under the New Jersey Homestead Property Tax Credit Act will receive aid payments. From this year’s payments, each eligible household will receive around $2,100, according to a statement from the University.  

NEWS | November 10

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CPUC discusses spring break, laboratories reopening, divestment

CPUC discusses spring break, laboratories reopening, divestment

Sandeep Mangat

The CPUC also heard updates on the University’s efforts to address systemic racism, sexual assault and safety, and more information on Wintersession programs.

The CPUC also heard updates on the University’s efforts to address systemic racism, sexual assault and safety, and more information on Wintersession programs.  

NEWS | November 10

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Princeton to support hybrid teaching this spring, Dolan tells faculty

Princeton to support hybrid teaching this spring, Dolan tells faculty

Albert Jiang and Zachary Shevin

The current guidelines for hybrid instruction, which are subject to change, allow for some students to sit physically in classrooms, with others joining live instruction via Zoom.

The current guidelines for hybrid instruction, which are subject to change, allow for some students to sit physically in classrooms, with others joining live instruction via Zoom.

NEWS | November 10

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PEI renamed the ‘High Meadows Environmental Institute,’ following large gift

PEI renamed the ‘High Meadows Environmental Institute,’ following large gift

Kalena Blake

The University is renaming the Princeton Environmental Institute (PEI) the High Meadows Environmental Institute (HMEI), recognizing a recent gift from High Meadows Foundation. It is the largest gift that the environmental institute has received to date.  

The University is renaming the Princeton Environmental Institute (PEI) the High Meadows Environmental Institute (HMEI), recognizing a recent gift from High Meadows Foundation. It is the largest gift that the environmental institute has received to date.  

NEWS | November 5

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Princeton endowment grows to $26.6 billion, earning a smaller return rate than previous years

Princeton endowment grows to $26.6 billion, earning a smaller return rate than previous years

Aniket Mukherji

The University announced Monday that its endowment earned a 5.6 percent return for the 2020 fiscal year, a drop from last year’s 6.2 percent. Among the Ivy League, it ranks 5th in return rates for the fiscal year. 

The University announced Monday that its endowment earned a 5.6 percent return for the 2020 fiscal year, a drop from 6.2 percent last year. Among the Ivy League, it ranks 5th in return rates for the fiscal year. 

NEWS | October 30

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