Pre-registration is required for Alumni Day. Register now. There is no charge to attend Alumni Day.

Please note:
Attendees must be fully vaccinated, and face coverings are required to be worn indoors. 
All Alumni Day events will be livestreamed. Registration is NOT required if you’re watching the livestream.

Arrival and Check-in
Check-in Location: East Pyne Hall
Check-in Hours: 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Please allow ample time to check in and pick up your nametag prior to the start of your selected programming. You must bring the QR code you received after you registered when checking in at East Pyne Hall to receive your nametag. It will be required for venue admittance. Seating will be available on first-come, first-served basis. Please note: Backpacks and luggage will not be allowed in Richardson Auditorium.

Parking
Parking is available in the West Garage and Visitor Lot 23. Shuttles will run from the garage and visitor lot to the Nassau Street entrance at Rivers Way (between Scheide Caldwell House and Firestone Library) from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Electric vehicle charging will be available in Lot 23 and the West Garage.

The program begins at 10 a.m. in Richardson Auditorium, Alexander Hall.

• Welcome Remarks: Mary J. Newburn ’97, President of the Alumni Association and Chair of the Alumni Council
• Introduction of James Madison Medalist: Cole M. Crittenden *05, Deputy Dean and Acting Dean of the Graduate School
• James Madison Medal Lecture: Julia Wolfe *12, Composer, Co-founder of Bang on a Can, and Professor of Music, New York University
• Introduction of Recipients of the Porter Ogden Jacobus Fellowships and Moses Taylor Pyne Honor Prize: President Christopher L. Eisgruber ’83
• Introduction of Woodrow Wilson Awardee: Jill S. Dolan, Dean of the College
• Woodrow Wilson Award Lecture: Maria A. Ressa ’86, CEO and President, Rappler Inc.
• Presentation of the Woodrow Wilson Award and James Madison Medal: Chair of the Board of Trustees Louise (Weezie) Sams ’79   
• Closing Remarks: Mary J. Newburn ’97

Lunch on Your Own 

Service of Remembrance in the University Chapel | 3 p.m.

Nassau Inn
10 Palmer Square, Princeton

A limited number of rooms are available at the discounted rate. To make a reservation, please email Lucia Scotto and mention booking code 26942. Be sure to include your desired check-in and departure dates.

Cut-off date: Please book your reservation by January 31, in order to get this rate. If all rooms in the block are reserved before that date, the rate may no longer be available.

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
4355 US Route 1, Princeton 
Princeton rate: $139.00/night (single and double occupancy); includes breakfast

To receive the discounted rate, make your reservation online. You may also call the hotel at 609-452-2400 and mention the Princeton University corporate account (2633113) when making your reservation.

Hyatt Regency Princeton
102 Carnegie Center, Princeton
Princeton rate: $152.00/night (single and double occupancy, king room)

To receive the discounted rate, make your reservation online. You may also call the hotel at 609-987-1234 and mention the Princeton University corporate account (61319) when making your reservation.

Other lodging options in the Princeton area can be found on the accommodations page of the Princeton Regional Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau’s website.

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Agricola Eatery
11 Witherspoon Street
609.921.2798
Creative farm to table fare with an open kitchen. Open daily for lunch and dinner and weekends for brunch.

Ajiten
11 Chambers Street
609.252.1258
Fresh sushi and ramen with intimate dining area. Open daily for lunch and dinner.

Amazing Thai
260 Nassau Street
609.454.3593
Northern, eastern, southern, and central Thai specialties. Open daily for lunch and dinner.

Blue Point Grill
258 Nassau Street
609.921.1211
Offering an extensive menu of fresh seafood and a relaxing dining area. Open daily for dinner.

Bread Boutique
41 Witherspoon Street
609.423.2096
Unique collections of hand-formed, fresh baked artisan breads. Open daily.

Chennai Chimney
19 Chambers Street
609.608.0104
Calm, refined restaurant specializing in South Indian specialties. Open daily for lunch and dinner.

Chez Alice
5 Palmer Square
609.921.6760
Specialty cakes, quiches, salads, sandwiches and gourmet snacks. Open daily for breakfast and lunch.

Chuck’s Spring Street Cafe
16 Spring Street
609.921.0027
Selections of sandwiches, wings, ribs, burgers, salads and sides. Open daily for lunch and dinner (closed Monday).

D'Angelo Italian Market
35 Spring Street
609.921.0404
Gourmet Italian market, salumeria, panineria and espresso bar. Also serves artisan pizza, stromboli and calzones. Open Daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Elements
66 Witherspoon Street
609.924.0078
“Interpretive-American cuisine” in an enhanced, interactive, and personal dining experience. Open daily for dinner (closed Sunday and Monday).

EFES Mediterranean Grill Princeton
235 Nassau Street
609.683.1220
The menu includes salads, soups, cold and hot appetizers, hot sandwiches, full course dinners. Open daily for lunch and dinner.

FICUS
235 Nassau Street Unit A
609.917.2656
American café and restaurant serving food and beverages. Open daily for lunch and dinner.

Hoagie Haven
242 Nassau Street
609.921.7723
Hoagies, steaks, wings, burgers and sides. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Jammin’ Crepes
20 Nassau Street
609.924.5387
Fresh crepes that are made using locally grown food. Open Daily (closed Monday).

Jules Thin Crust Pizza
18 Witherspoon Street
609.759.0082
Modern pizzeria chain serving organic thin-crust pies and salads. Open daily for lunch and dinner.

KBG Korean BBQ and Grill
180 Nassau Street
609.252.1500
Authentic Korean flavors for pickup or delivery. Open daily for lunch and dinner (closed Sunday).

Kristine’s
51 Witherspoon Street
609.924.3339
Classic French dishes with gluten and vegetarian options. Open daily for lunch and dinner.

La Mezzaluna
25 Witherspoon Street
609.688.8515
Authentic Italian with whole wheat and gluten free pastas. Open daily for lunch and dinner.

Lan Ramen
4 Hulfish Street
609.356.0383
A menu featuring Japanese plates and an array of ramen dishes. Open daily for lunch and dinner.

Le Kiosk
255 Nassau Street
609.934.8373
Family traditions from Italy and France, including gluten-free items, focaccia bread and sandwiches, and Breton style crepes. Open daily for breakfast and lunch.

Mamoun’s Falafel
20 Witherspoon Street
609.454.5936
Traditional pick for Middle Eastern fare. Open daily for lunch and dinner.

Mediterra
29 Hulfish Street
609.252.9680
Mediterranean flavor, extensive wine list and local-produce and ingredients. Indoor and outdoor seating available. Reservations recommended. Open daily for lunch and dinner.

Mistral
66 Witherspoon Street
609.688.8808
Progressive menu of culturally influenced and inventive small plates for guests to savor and share. Open daily for dinner and weekends for brunch and dinner.

Nassau Sushi
179 Nassau Street
609.497.3275
Serves sushi and bento deals, plus other traditional Japanese and Korean fare. Open daily for lunch and dinner.

Noodle House Kung Fu Tea
80 Nassau Street
609.688.0108
Pan-Asian food, plus milk teas, slushes, punches and classic teas. Open daily for lunch and dinner.

Olives
22 Witherspoon Street
609.921.1569
Mediterranean deli/specialty mart and bakery. Hot soups and entree specials, made-to-order grill and cold platters, and a variety of sandwiches. Open daily for breakfast and lunch.

PJ’s Pancake House
154 Nassau Street
609.924.1353
Pancakes, French toast, omelets, flatbreads, hummus wraps, burgers and sides. PJ’s is more than breakfast. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner

Positive Vybz Island Grill
182 Nassau Street
609.250.7125
Casual Caribbean and Jamaican cuisine. Open daily for lunch and dinner (closed Sunday).

Princeton Soup & Sandwich Company
30 Palmer Square East
609.497.0008
Quick bites, salads custom-made per order, soups and stews. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Proof
84 Nassau Street
609.497.7663
Serving specialty pizza, sandwiches, appetizers, and salads. Open daily for lunch and dinner.

Purinsu Ramen
32 Witherspoon Street
609.688.8988
Japanese cuisine of ramen, rice entrees, appetizers, and salads Open daily for lunch and dinner

Roots Ocean Prime
98 University Place
609.772.4934
Old-fashioned New York-style steakhouse with raw bar selections, vegetarian options, and appetizer selections of Alaskan king crab claws, yellow fin tuna tartar, and crispy shrimp scampi. Open daily for lunch and dinner.

Schouse
238 Nassau Street
609.454.3790
Traditional Szechuan cuisine. Open daily for lunch and dinner.

Small Bites by Local Greek
20 Nassau Street
609.279.1455
Authentic Greek grab-and-go food in smaller portions. Open daily for late breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Tacoria
110 Nassau Street
609.423.2119
Modern tacos, burritos and vegan offerings. Open daily for lunch and dinner.

Taste of Mexico
180 Nassau Street
609.924.0500
Indoor/outdoor seating with standard Mexican flavors and menu. Open daily for lunch and dinner.

Teresa’s Caffe
23 Palmer Square East
609.921.1974
Features simple Italian-inspired fare; seasonal pasta dishes and pizzettes. Open daily for lunch and dinner (closed Monday).

The Alchemist & Barrister
28 Witherspoon Street
609.924.5555
Standard American bar food and dinner entrees. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Sunday breakfast.

The Mint
164 Nassau Street
609.285.5475
Dine-in experience with Indian, Chinese, and Thai fusion cuisines. Open daily for lunch and dinner.

The Planted Plate
15 Spring St.
609.356.0845
Plant-based eatery. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Thai Village
235 Nassau Street
609.683.3896
Casual Thai dining and Asian fusion cuisine. Open daily for lunch and dinner.

Tico’s Eatery and Juice Bar
33 Witherspoon St.
609.252.0300
Tico's Juice Bar has fresh squeezed as well as cold pressed fruit and vegetable juices, organic Acai bowls, quesadillas and other menu options. Open daily.

Tiger Noodles
252 Nassau Street
609.252.0663
Casual noodle shop featuring Chinese eats. Open daily for lunch and dinner.

Winberie’s Restaurant and Bar
1 Palmer Square
609.921.0700
Blends modern American eats and craft beers. Open daily for lunch and dinner.

Witherspoon Grill
57 Witherspoon Street
609.924.6011
Surf and Turf. Open daily for lunch and dinner.

Yankee Doodle Tap Room
10 Palmer Square East
609.921.7500
Destination for gastro pub dining featuring an American grill menu. Open daily for lunch and dinner (closed Tuesday).

Cafes

Junbi
27 Witherspoon Street
609.497.3244
Matcha-based drinks and light snacks. Open daily.

Playa Bowls
10 Hulfish Street
609.252.9100
Açaí, pitaya, coconut bowls and smoothies. Open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner hours.

Rojo’s Roastery
33 Palmer Square West
609.397.0040
Coffee specialist and roaster dispensing beverages made with sustainable beans, plus baked goods. Open daily.

Terra Momo Bread Company
74 Witherspoon Street
609.688.0188
Old-world bakery producing a range of rustic loaves, pastries and olive oils for dipping. Open daily for breakfast and lunch hours (closed Monday).

Sakrid Coffee Roasters
20 Nassau St.
609.516.2444
Hand-crafted premium cups of coffee. Open daily during breakfast and lunch hours.

Small World Coffee
14 Witherspoon Street and 254 Nassau Street
609.924.4377 x2
Traditional coffee house menu in addition to breakfast sandwiches, burritos, avocado toast and grilled sandwiches. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner hours.

Desserts

The Bent Spoon
35 Palmer Square West
609.924.2368
Artisanal ice cream. Open daily during lunch and dinner hours (closed Monday).

Halo Pub
9 Hulfish Street
609.921.1710
Coffee and ice cream made locally. Open daily during lunch and dinner hours.

House of Cupcakes
32 Witherspoon Street
609.924.0085
Bright bakery whipping up over 30 flavors of cupcakes, and custom ice cream sandwiches Open daily.

Kilwin’s
14 Witherspoon Street
609.285.5885
Old-fashioned confectionery chain selling chocolates, ice cream, handmade sweets & gift baskets. Open daily during lunch and dinner hours.

Thomas Sweet Chocolate
29 Palmer Square West
609.924.7222
Hand-crafted coffee and chocolates. Open daily during lunch and dinner hours.

Thomas Sweet Ice Cream
179 Nassau Street
609.683.8720
Hand-crafted ice cream, coffee and chocolates. Open daily during lunch and dinner hours.

Fruity Yogurt
166 Nassau Street
609.921.8787
Healthy self-serve frozen yogurt and specialty teas. Open daily during lunch and dinner hours.

Milk and Cookies
20 Nassau Street
603.266.5437
Cookies baked fresh every day and served with milk, coffee or tea; gluten free or vegan options. Open daily during lunch and dinner hours (closed Tuesday).

Heading to a BYOB?

Bring Your Own Bottle from a local wine and liquor store to accompany your meal at a restaurant without a liquor license — something rather common in New Jersey.

The Princeton Corkscrew
9 Hulfish Street, adjacent Palmer Square
609.430.1200
Features a large selection of wine and a knowledgeable staff.

Public Beer, Wine and Spirits
609.924.0750
Convenient to dining establishments close to Maclean House and the Nassau Inn.

Grape & Grain Co. 
264 Nassau Street
609.924.0031
Convenient to dining establishments east of Washington Road.