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Happy 100th Anniversary, Forbes College!
Oct. 2, 2024

Happy 100th anniversary to Forbes College, formerly known as The Princeton Inn, which first opened its doors in the fall of 1924. To celebrate this milestone, take a look at…

Forbes Fellows, Juniors, and Seniors Celebrate at Oktoberfest Reception
Sept. 27, 2024

Last night was a blast at Forbes’ annual OktoberFest reception! We enjoyed delicious German food from Princeton Dining and had plenty of tasty beer on tap. Cheers to a night filled with great company and festive vibes with our amazing Forbes Fellows, Juniors, and Seniors. Prost! 

   
New Mac Studio Computers Now Available in Forbes
Sept. 24, 2024

The McGraw Digital Learning Lab now provides two Mac Studio computers for any student to use in Forbes College Media Room, next to the Library. These computers provide access to the full range of software offered by the Digital Learning Lab, which is located in 130 Lewis Library…

Forbes Shapiro Prize Award Winners Honored at Special Banquet
Sept. 19, 2024

We were thrilled to celebrate our Shapiro Prize Award winners at a special banquet last night. The prize, established in 1998 by President Harold T. Shapiro and Dr. Vivian B. Shapiro, recognizes outstanding academic achievement by Princeton undergraduates in their first or second years of study. Congratulations to our exceptional Forbes winners…

Get Involved in the Forbes Garden this Fall!
Sept. 18, 2024

Get Involved in the Forbes Garden this Fall! See the new work hours below and join the Garden GroupMe to stay updated on Fall garden events and any future changes to work hours.

 
Explore the Academic Expo on August 26th
Aug. 22, 2024

Class of 2028 & incoming transfer students: Explore over 80 departments, programs, and resources at the Academic Expo on Monday, August 26th. Meet student and faculty representatives and ask questions before course enrollment. Check out the flyer below for more information.

 
Forbes Dining Hall Reveals Exciting New Furniture Upgrades
Aug. 16, 2024

This summer, the Forbes Dining Hall has undergone a remarkable transformation with the installation of brand-new furniture. The revitalized space now boasts modern, stylish seating and dining arrangements to enhance the overall dining experience. We are excited to unveil this fantastic upgrade and look forward to seeing the Forbes community…

From Forbes to the Olympics: Kareem Maddox's Journey in 3x3 Basketball
July 23, 2024

Forbes Alum, Kareem Maddox ’11, is heading to this summer’s Olympics as a torchbearer for 3-on-3 basketball. Known for his leadership and adherence to Princeton's basketball principles, Maddox has played a pivotal role in popularizing and excelling in the fast-paced discipline of 3x3 basketball, which emphasizes quick decision-making and…

Forbes Student Amélie Lemay Pioneers Research on PFAS Chemicals
July 10, 2024

Amélie Lemay, a Forbes student and member of the class of 2024, has delved into groundbreaking research on PFAS chemicals, notorious for their environmental persistence and health risks. Using sophisticated computer simulations for her senior thesis, Lemay explored how PFAS molecules interact at water-air interfaces, crucial for devising…

Head of Forbes College Maria Garlock Welcomes the Class of 2028
June 28, 2024
 

Greetings from Forbes College! I am the Head of Forbes, and also a Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering, and it is my great pleasure to be one of the first to welcome you to Princeton and to Forbes! I am excited that you have been assigned to Forbes, which I hope will serve as your “home away from home” during your time…