Princeton Alumni

Don't miss the next TigerSide Chat, happening on October 27. Led by Thomas E. Weber ’89, former executive editor of Time magazine and current president of The Daily Princetonian’s board of trustees, a panel of Tigers will discuss 50 years of The Daily Princetonian.

Panelists include David Baumgarten ’06, general counsel of The Atlantic; Danielle Ivory ’05, investigative reporter for The New York Times; and Jerry Zhu ’27, editor-in-chief of The Daily Princetonian.

TigerSide Chat: ‘Celebrating Tiger Journalism: 150 Years of The Daily Princetonian’ This special TigerSide Chat will celebrate The Daily Princetonian’s remarkable legacy and the impact its alumni have had on journalism, business and public life. Speakers: David Baumgarten ’06, General Counsel, The AtlanticDanielle Ivory ’05, Investigative Reporter, The New York Times Thomas E...

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Evelyn College for Women, an independent college founded by retired Princeton professor Joshua Mcllvaine ’1837, opened Sept. 28, 1887, in a house on the Kings Road a mile from campus, accommodating 50 boarders and 20-30 “day scholars.” Economically distressed by the four-year Panic of 1893, Evelyn closed its doors in 1897 and all records disappeared.

“Postcards to Alumni” is a collection of monthly digital postcards featuring unique facts about Princeton’s history. The postcards were introduced in December 2022 by the Alumni Council’s Princetoniana and Communications and Technology (CAT) Committees, who collaborated on the project.

Kaiyu Guan *13, the Stuart L. and Nancy J. Levenick Professor at the University of Illinois-Urbana-Champaign, and Princeton University professors Ellora Derenoncourt and Elizabeth Ellis have been awarded 2026 MacArthur Fellowships.

Kaiyu Guan *13 and two Princeton professors awarded MacArthur ‘genius’ grants Princeton graduate alum Kaiyu Guan *13, the Stuart L. and Nancy J. Levenick Professor at the University of Illinois-Urbana-Champaign, has been awarded a 2026 MacArthur Fellowship, known informally as a MacArthur “genius” grant.

For many , being part of a Princeton Prize committee is one of the most meaningful ways to volunteer. Get involved and help recognize outstanding high school students who are working to advance racial equity in order to promote understanding and respect for all. This opportunity is open to all alumni.

Princeton Prize in Race Relations The Princeton Prize in Race Relations recognizes high school students who have demonstrated leadership in advancing racial equity or promoting racial understanding in their schools and communities. Students:Find Criteria and ApplyOpen to all students regardless of identity 2026 Award Recipients Reci...

Celebrate the University’s 280th birthday on Orange & Black Day, October 22, which coincides with the grand finale to the 200th anniversary of the Alumni Association celebration.

Let’s go out with a worldwide roar! Learn more: https://bit.ly/3FIhnyg

Come back to campus on October 31 for an unforgettable day of Tiger spirit!

Reconnect with fellow alumni and enjoy a complimentary brunch and beverages as we rally together to support Princeton in the football game against Cornell. Bring your Tiger pride, enthusiasm and appetite for fun. Don’t miss out — register by October 23.

Alumni Tiger Tailgate Join fellow Princeton alumni for a spirited Homecoming celebration! Reconnect with fellow Tigers, enjoy a complimentary brunch and get into the Orange & Black spirit before cheering on Princeton as the football takes on Cornell at noon. Wear your favorite orange and black to show your Tiger pride or...

On October 31, kick off Homecoming with a trip to the classroom!

In the Game Day Lecture “How Data Happened: A History from the Age of Reason to the Age of Algorithms,” Matthew L. Jones will discuss how understanding where data has been and where it may be headed empowers us to shape its use with intention, guiding it toward outcomes that reflect our shared values and aspirations.

Game Day Lecture: ‘How Data Happened: A History from the Age of Reason to the Age of Algorithms’ Kick off Homecoming with a trip to the classroom! In the Game Day Lecture “How Data Happened: A History from the Age of Reason to the Age of Algorithms,” Matthew L. Jones will discuss how understanding where data has been and where it may be headed empowers us to shape its use with intention, gu...

On October 3, join your fellow Princeton alums in Europe to celebrate the 200th Anniversary of the Princeton University Alumni Association! RSVP: https://bit.ly/4xA3rQK