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Genrietta Churbanova selected as Princeton valedictorian, John Freeman named salutatorian
Genrietta Churbanova, an anthropology major from Little Rock, Arkansas, has been named the Princeton Class of 2024 valedictorian. John Freeman, a classics major from Chicago, has been selected as the salutatorian. The Princeton faculty accepted the nominations of the Faculty Committee on Examinations and Standing at its April 15 meeting.Commencement for the Class of 2024 will take place at Princeton Stadium on Tuesday, May 28. Churbanova and Freeman are expected to give remarks at the ceremony.Churbanova, described by her department as "a brave, caring and brilliant...
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NJ AI Summit Highlights Extraordinary Opportunity for AI Innovation
The recent New Jersey AI Summit held at Princeton University on April 11 brought together 600 leaders from academia, business, and government to discuss the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence and its implications for the state. The summit aimed to pave the way for New Jersey to play a leading role in the responsible development of AI technology.Princeton University President Christopher L. Eisgruber expressed his satisfaction with the collaboration at the summit, stating, "I am delighted to see it come to fruition today." New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy...
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Ella Weber awarded Truman Scholarship for public service
Princeton University junior Ella Weber has been awarded a Truman Scholarship, a prestigious honor that provides funding for graduate studies in public service, leadership training, and internship opportunities within the federal government. Weber, a member of the Class of 2025, is among the 60 recipients selected nationwide.Weber, who is majoring in Princeton’s School of Public and International Affairs (SPIA), hails from Crookston, Minnesota, and is a member of the Mandan, Hidatsa, and Arikara (MHA) Nation. She intends to use the scholarship to pursue a J.D. with a...
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Seven Princeton faculty members receive 2024 Guggenheim Fellowships
Seven Princeton faculty members have received 2024 Guggenheim Fellowships, the largest faculty cohort since 2017. The recipients include Angela Creager, Rebecca Lazier, Jan-Werner Müller, Robert Pringle, Kim Lane Scheppele, Anna Shields, and Corina Tarnita. Additionally, graduate alumni Jenann Ismael *97, Roy Scranton *16, and Julia Wolfe *12, along with undergraduate alumnus Vincent Lloyd from the Class of 2003, were also honored with Guggenheim Fellowships.According to the John Simon Guggenheim Foundation press statement, these Princetonians are part of a group of 188...
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Princeton Employees Recognized for Service, Achievement, and Management Growth
Princeton University recently held its annual Service Recognition Luncheon to honor the dedication and accomplishments of its employees. The event celebrated 502 honorees who reached service milestones in 2023, as well as recognized six staff members who received the President's Achievement Award and two employees who were honored with the Donald Griffin ’23 Management Award.Vice President for Human Resources, Romy Riddick, expressed her appreciation for the hard-working Princeton staff members, stating, "As Princeton staff members, your roles are vital to supporting the...
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Grad alum Avi Wigderson wins Turing Award for 'groundbreaking insights' in computer science
Princeton graduate alumnus Avi Wigderson has been honored with the prestigious 2023 A.M. Turing Award by the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) for his exceptional contributions to the mathematical foundations of computation. The Turing Award, often likened to the "Nobel Prize of Computing," recognizes individuals who have made significant advancements in the field of computer science.Wigderson, currently serving as the Herbert H. Maass Professor in the Institute for Advanced Study’s School of Mathematics, obtained his Ph.D. from Princeton in 1983. His remarkable...
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Princeton Archaeologists Utilize Digital Technology to Explore Ancient Sites
Princeton archaeologists are at the forefront of utilizing cutting-edge digital technologies to uncover secrets of the ancient past. Led by Professor Nathan Arrington, the team is revolutionizing traditional archaeological methods with the integration of drones, laser rangefinders, magnetometry, and other advanced tools."We still dig dirt with trowels,” said Professor Arrington, highlighting the significance of these new digital tools in enhancing accuracy and insightfulness both in and out of the field. The use of technology not only saves time and limits unnecessary...
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Princeton University Concerts Hosts "Healing with Music" Event Featuring Pianist Jonathan Biss
Internationally renowned pianist Jonathan Biss, known for his recording of Beethoven’s 32 piano sonatas and his audiobook memoir, "Unquiet: My Life with Beethoven," is set to take the stage at Princeton University Concerts for an event titled "Anxiety, Depression and Music" on April 24. In his memoir, Biss opens up about his struggles with anxiety and how music, particularly Beethoven's compositions, played a role in both exacerbating and alleviating his mental health issues.Reflecting on his early career, Biss shared, "When I was 21, I wouldn't have had the vocabulary to...
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Eclipse 2024: Why Princeton astrophysicists are excited about this one
Princeton astrophysicists are eagerly anticipating the upcoming solar eclipse scheduled for April 8, 2024. The event, where the moon will pass between the Earth and the sun, will offer a unique opportunity for observers to witness the sun's corona and other phenomena.Jo Dunkley, Princeton’s Joseph Henry Professor of Physics and Astrophysical Sciences, expressed excitement about the eclipse, stating, “Because we’re in a period of high solar activity, everyone in the path of totality has a chance to see beautiful loops and streams of plasma coming off of the sun.”Jamey...
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Sam Waterston of ‘Law & Order’ to Speak at Princeton’s 2024 Class Day
Emmy-award winning actor Sam Waterston has been announced as the speaker for Princeton University's 2024 Class Day ceremony. Waterston, best known for his role as district attorney Jack McCoy on the long-running NBC series "Law & Order," will address the graduating seniors on Monday, May 27, on Cannon Green.Waterston, who recently concluded his tenure on "Law & Order" after more than 400 episodes, is revered for his dedication to his craft. Speaking about his character Jack McCoy, Waterston once stated, “He doesn’t just think he’s right — he knows he’s right and he loves...
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Princeton Graduate Students Granted Governance Role in Graduate School Decision-Making
Princeton University has taken a significant step towards enhancing graduate student involvement in the governance of the Graduate School. Following a recent faculty vote, graduate students will now play a direct role in shaping critical decisions about graduate education and student life at the institution.Dean of the Graduate School, Rodney Priestley, expressed his enthusiasm for the change, stating, “This is a significant change to Graduate School governance and the role and responsibility of graduate students in their School and education.” The move comes as part of...
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Princeton University Board of Trustees Approves Nine Faculty Appointments
The Princeton University Board of Trustees has recently approved the appointment of nine faculty members, marking a significant development for the institution. Among the new appointments are four full professors, one associate professor, and four assistant professors.Professor Ada Ferrer, a renowned scholar in Latin American history and Caribbean studies, is set to join Princeton as the Dayton-Stockton Professor of History. Ferrer, who previously taught at New York University, brings a wealth of academic achievements, including prestigious awards such as the Pulitzer...
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Trustees set 2024-25 budget, increasing spending for undergraduate financial aid and graduate student support
The trustees of Princeton University have approved a budget for the 2024-25 academic year, with a significant increase in spending on undergraduate financial aid and graduate student support. The total budget for the University is set at $3.1 billion, with a focus on enhancing access, affordability, and socioeconomic diversity.Provost Jennifer Rexford highlighted Princeton's commitment to supporting students from all backgrounds, stating, "At Princeton we make big bets on human talent from all sectors of society. We attract amazing students — at both the undergraduate and...
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Daniel Kahneman, pioneering behavioral psychologist, Nobel laureate and 'giant in the field,' dies at 90
Renowned psychologist and Nobel laureate, Daniel Kahneman, passed away at the age of 90 on March 27th, leaving behind a legacy of groundbreaking research that changed our understanding of human behavior and decision-making.Princeton President Christopher L. Eisgruber expressed, "Danny Kahneman changed how we understand rationality and its limits." Kahneman's collaboration with Amos Tversky led to the establishment of behavioral economics, influencing fields such as economics, finance, medicine, law, and politics.Eldar Shafir, a colleague and friend, described Kahneman...
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By the numbers: University raises funds for United Way
The University community came together to raise funds for the United Way of Greater Mercer County, with a total of $98,432.38 collected during the 2023 United Way Campaign. According to a report by the University, the funds raised will support various programs focusing on education, financial stability, food insecurity, and health.Sixty employees volunteered across more than 40 University departments and at the Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) to make the campaign a success. The volunteers not only organized fundraising events but also conducted supply drives to...
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Princeton sets 70% financial aid and 22% Pell enrollment goals
Princeton University's Board of Trustees has announced new enrollment goals aimed at increasing access to higher education for low- and middle-income students. The board's decision follows an in-depth review of the university's admissions policies and processes, with a focus on creating opportunities for students from diverse backgrounds.President Christopher L. Eisgruber expressed gratitude towards the board for their commitment to diversity, stating, “Princeton’s excellence depends upon attracting and supporting talent from all sectors of society.”The board set...
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Paluck honored by American Academy of Political and Social Science
The American Academy of Political and Social Science (AAPSS) has recognized Elizabeth Levy Paluck as one of eight fellows honored this year. Paluck, a Princeton professor known for her work on prejudice and conflict reduction, has been named the academy's 2024 David Riesman Fellow. In a statement, Marta Tienda, the president of AAPSS, expressed her excitement about the new cohort of fellows, saying, "It is a privilege to welcome another highly accomplished cohort of social scientists as fellows of the AAPSS." Tienda also emphasized the importance of social science thought...
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Four seniors awarded ReachOut 56-81-06 Fellowships for public service
Princeton University seniors Travis Kanoa Chai Andrade, Alison Parish, Meera Burghardt, and Isabella Moscoe have been awarded fellowships from ReachOut 56-81-06, an alumni-funded effort that supports seniors to complete a public service project of their design during the year after graduation.Chai Andrade, an anthropology major, was awarded the ReachOut Domestic Fellowship. He will be working in Hawai‘i with nonprofit organizations to develop long-term heritage stewardship plans aimed at returning land to Native Hawaiian communities. Chai Andrade, a Kanaka ʻŌiwi (Native...
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Princeton Women's Basketball Team Secures Spot in March Madness Tournament
The Princeton women's basketball team has secured their spot in the upcoming March Madness tournament for the fifth consecutive season. The Tigers, seeded No. 9, will face off against the West Virginia Mountaineers in Iowa City on Saturday, March 23.The team earned their place in the NCAA postseason tournament after a victory over Columbia in the Ivy Madness championship game. Head coach Carla Berube celebrated her 100th win with the team during this game.Senior Ellie Mitchell made a significant impact during the tournament, breaking the all-time rebounding record at...
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AI at Princeton: Pushing limits, accelerating discovery and serving humanity
Princeton University Provost Jennifer Rexford emphasized the importance of remaining nimble in the rapidly advancing field of AI, stating, “Given the rapid advances in AI and its applications, any static framing of research in the field will quickly become out-of-date.” Rexford highlighted the university's approach of launching high-intensity research projects led by interdisciplinary faculty to stay ahead in the fast-developing field.Dean of Princeton’s School of Engineering and Applied Science, Andrea Goldsmith, expressed the commitment of the university to serve...