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By Staff on June 11, 2012, 5 p.m.
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This video captures the many events that took place on campus leading up to and including Princeton's 265th Commencement, held June 5.

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Images from numerous 2012 graduation and Reunions events make up the video "Spirit and Celebration."

Princeton University Commencement to be held June 5 .

Members of the news media who wish to attend any of Princeton University's 2012 graduation ceremonies Sunday through Tuesday, June 3-5, must contact the University's Office of Communications no later than 3 p.m. Friday, May 25, to request credentials.

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Video feature: Princeton at 265 .

This year marks the 265th anniversary of the signing of Princeton University's charter, which was granted on Oct. 22, 1746. Known as Charter Day, the date is celebrated as the University's birthday. In an era known as "the Great Awakening," the seven founders and early leaders of what was then known as the College of New Jersey believed in challenging orthodoxy and being open to all sources of knowledge. "Princeton at 265," a video documenting celebrations of Charter Day, looks at how this spirit of dissent infuses and informs the University to this day.

UPDATE 6:18 a.m.: Commencement to be held outdoors .

The University's 265th Commencement ceremony will be held at 11 a.m. today, on the lawn in front of Nassau Hall, as originally scheduled. Guests must be seated by 10:15 a.m. Tickets are required for guests attending the ceremony.

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Slideshow: Princeton alumni to make memories at Reunions .

This year, more than 20,000 Princeton University alumni, family members and friends are expected on campus for Reunions 2012, creating memories that will last a lifetime. Before the event — which runs Thursday through Sunday, May 31 through June 3 —  dozens of alumni submitted photos via email and social media to be featured in a slideshow highlighting past Reunions.

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Slideshow: 'Looking Back: Reunions and Commencement 2014' .

Princeton University students, alumni and their families recently celebrated Reunions and graduation activities, filling campus with spirited displays of emotion. This video slideshow captures some of those moments.

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Slideshow: 'Looking Back: Reunions and Commencement 2014' .

Princeton University students, alumni and their families recently celebrated Reunions and graduation activities, filling campus with spirited displays of emotion. This video slideshow captures some of those moments.

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