Reunions 2026

Dear Princetonians,

Since 1876, The Daily Princetonian has served as the paper of record of Princeton. Now in our 150th anniversary year, we continue to persevere in our mission of reporting on Princeton, while also taking a look back at our legacy.

An editorial in the first few issues of the ‘Prince’ in 1876 advocated for the implementation of an honor code, and for faculty to leave exams unproctored. Less than two weeks ago, we broke the story that the faculty had decided to reinstitute proctoring amid concerns related to AI-assisted cheating on in-person examinations.

In 2026, much else has transpired: Budget cuts have resulted in continued tweaks to the academic calendar, freezes on senior faculty salaries, and cuts to programs. The role of the eating clubs has become more prominent than ever as sophomores have been left without a club placement and independent dining has been gutted. Challenges to the U.S. research university model continue to loom on the horizon.

Much else has passed through our pages in the intervening years. This year, we will also be holding a number of anniversary events — catch us at a special panel celebrating 150 years of covering Princeton on Saturday at 11:15 a.m. in East Pyne 010. ‘Prince’ alumni and family and friends are invited to our annual Reunions BBQ outside 48 University Place, starting at 4 p.m. Saturday. And to cap it all off, the ‘Prince’ will be holding a special 150th anniversary gala dinner Friday, Oct. 16 at the New York Historical. To learn more, visit and subscribe at prince150.org.

We’re also publishing a special anniversary book, "Campus in Our Words: 150 Years of The Daily Princetonian," containing modern reflections into our rich archives. Our writers and editors have dug deep into the stories told by the ‘Prince’ over the past century and a half, spoken with contemporary editors and reporters, and put it all together to explore the traditions, stories, and lives of those who have passed through Princeton before us. We are incredibly excited to share these stories with you — pre-orders are now available.

Reunions is a place to reconvene, celebrate, and remember. As we commemorate our history, it is our great pleasure to welcome you back to Old Nassau.

Sincerely,
Jerry Zhu
Jerry Zhu is the 150th editor-in-chief of The Daily Princetonian.