In Brief

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All parents are members of the Princeton Parents Association and are invited to become involved in the life of the University by participating in campus and regional programs.

The University also welcomes the participation of Princeton parents in a range of educational programs presented by the Alumni Association. Led by senior faculty members, these programs enable parents and alumni to enjoy the benefits of a Princeton education while forging friendships within the University community.

Guidelines for Emergencies

In the event of a campus emergency, Princeton University posts news and other official information as quickly as possible on www.princeton.edu. Understandably, parents want information about their daughter or son quickly; utilizing the website, including its subscription features through RSS feeds, is the easiest method for obtaining the most accurate information available. Many of Princeton's emergency procedures are featured on the emergency preparedness website. Families can also obtain information about campus emergencies by calling the University’s emergency hotline at 609-258-7700. 

24-Hour Contacts

  • Public Safety: 609-258-1000
  • University Health Services: 609-258-3141
  • Campus Operator: 609-258-3000 (self-service directory after hours)

Emergencies Involving a Particular Student

Every Princeton undergraduate is affiliated with a residential college, which has professionals who also may be able to assist parents. In an emergency that involves a particular student, parents can contact the appropriate residential college office or the Office of the Dean of Undergraduate Students at 609-258-3055. After hours, the dean-on-call may be reached by calling Public Safety at 609-258-1000.

Residential College Office Main Numbers

  • Butler: 609-258-3474
  • Forbes: 609-258-6094
  • Mathey: 609-258-5717
  • Rockefeller: 609-258-3728
  • Whitman: 609-258-8900
  • Wilson: 609-268-3629

2013 Fall Early Arrival

For the 2013-14 academic year, dormitories officially open on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. Any students returning to campus before Sept. 7 must be approved by Princeton through its early arrival process.

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