Princeton, as always, remains committed to its education, research and teaching mission despite the difficult conditions imposed by the pandemic.  The unrestricted funds provided by Annual Giving help our University innovate in ways to make remote teaching and learning possible. Here are a few highlights:

    • The faculty has reimagined how classes can be taught in the virtual world.  It has brought innovative solutions, such as shipping laboratory kits to students around the world so they can conduct “at home” science and engineering experiments.  Art kits are distributed for students studying the visual arts.  The kits contain materials such as tabletop darkrooms, sewing machines and sculpture supplies to allow hands on experience.  Arts and music courses have been transformed so that students still get active, practical experience. 

    • Students have access to an extensive collection of software and apps that allow them to maintain state-of-the-art learning and conduct research in their disciplines. 

    • Additional preceptors and teaching assistants were added to sustain personal engagement of students with faculty and with one another; the heart of a Princeton education.

    • Improved technologic support has been added.

    Gifts to Annual Giving allow Princeton to increase the financial aid budget to meet the needs of all its students.  During this time of virtual learning, Annual Giving provides money for students who need reliable technology, equipment and funds to provide setting up study space while away from the campus.

    All your gifts matter more than ever. I hope that you will join me in giving to our 2020-21 campaign, building on our yearly achievements to help move Princeton’s mission forward.

Visit the website at www.princeton.edu/ag or click on the link above or call 800-258-5421.

 Be well and stay safe.

Gratefully,

Herb Kaufmann

Class Agent