About USG Committees:
The seven USG committees aid the USG Senate in serving the Princeton undergraduate student body. Composed of an elected or appointed chair and a group of selected undergraduate students, each committee focuses on a specific area of interest, ranging from academics to sustainability. These committees develop their own policy proposals and programmatic initiatives, which are then presented to and implemented by the Senate at-large. In this way, the committee system helps ensure that USG is able to give equal and specific attention to a variety of different areas of interest and concern.
If you have comments or concerns that could best be routed through one of USG's committees, please reach out to usg@princeton.edu.
Sustainability Committee
About
USG SusComm exists to serve all undergraduate students and represent their sustainability interests by supporting student initiatives, by working with University administrators to amplify sustainability in University policy and decision-making, and by coordinating University-wide communications and programming.
- For any questions or concerns, please reach out to Sastha Tripathi (USG Sustainability Chair) at st2307@princeton.edu
Priorities:
- Green Career Alumni Panel
- Student Closet
Academics Committee
About
The Academics Committee hopes to continue working on involving student concerns in productive discussions and our current projects. We hope to prioritize our current work on the minors programs, mental health initiatives, first-year experience improvement, grading policy discussion, and work on restructuring the current form of the finals' period. The Academics Committee is committed to serving as a liaison between the undergraduate student body and the administration on topics regarding undergraduate academics. Members also have the opportunity to serve on the faculty-student-administrative Committee on the Course of Study and Committee on Undergraduate Admission and Financial Aid.
Priorities:
Academic Roundtables: Final Assessments Period , EBooks, and Changes to the Writing Seminar
Academics Newsletter: trial run with departments’ open house programming (fall)
Academics Expo
- For any questions or concerns, please reach out to Connor Romberg (USG Academics Chair) at connorromberg@princeton.edu
University Social Life Committee
About
The Undergraduate Student Life Committee aims to support and improve the experience of Princeton undergraduates holistically: from campus climate to policy and procedure. Within classroom contexts and beyond, we discuss, explore, and implement creative solutions to the problems facing our student body while seeking always to make Princeton a place where each and every one of us has the resources, programming, and support needed to thrive. The Student Life space welcomes undergrads passionate about contributing to their community and eager to better understand the campus environment where they live, learn, and lead. Encompassing everything from extracurricular participation, fitness, health, recreation, civic and community engagement to career preparation, belonging, residential life, and leadership, the Student Life Committee is eager to hear your thoughts, ideas, and initiatives.
Priorities:
Institutional Policy Advocacy with the USLC: Upperclassmen Experience, Future of Old McCosh Health Center, Religious Travel
USG’s Listening Ear: GSRC, CPS, UHS, Tigerwell, SHARE, PUL; using the USG Newsletter to share campus resources
- If you have any questions, comments, or other ideas, please contact Anuj Krishnan (USG Student Life Chair) at anujk@princeton.edu.
Social Committee
About
USG’s Social Committee takes pride in orchestrating some of Princeton University's most prominent social gatherings, notably Lawnparties and Dean’s Date celebrations. Our mission is to create events that are not only vibrant and engaging but also embody the principles of sustainability, accessibility, and inclusivity. This endeavor is a collaborative effort, involving partnerships with various campus offices to ensure that our events are memorable and foster a sense of unity among all Princeton community members. Additionally, we are committed to continuously enhancing our expertise in event planning and management, embracing diverse and innovative approaches.
Priorities:
Night of Lights: Pioneering a new nighttime event that blends performance, crafts, food, and astronomy
Lawnparties Safety: Working with PSafe and ODUS to create a new fencing system to prevent crowding
End of Semester Celebration: Creating a space to decompress and grab a bite
- For any questions or concerns, please reach out to Aum Dhruv at aum@princeton.edu.
Campus and Community Affairs Committee
About
The CCA Committee encourages students to leave the Orange Bubble, experience new places with one another, and invest in the local community. We will continue to plan trips to art events, and surrounding bustling cities and quirky towns, as well as offer free food from local businesses through Tigers In Town! We will also highlight student talent by partnering with the Arts Council of Princeton for art workshops and events. We aim to enhance student agency by offering replicable opportunities for deepening friendships, trying new things, and having fun!
- For any questions, please contact the CCA Chair, Oscar Barrios, at barrios.oscar@princeton.edu.
Priorities:
- Creating layers of connection between Princeton and the local community
- Fostering a stubborn sense of commitment within the student body to the broader Princeton community
Diversity and Equity Committee
About
The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee is the USG’s primary body for student issues related to identity on the Princeton campus. Its efforts focus on ensuring all undergraduates have equitable access to Princeton’s resources and that the Princeton community is a space rooted in belonging. The Committee liaises with administrators, student groups, and affinity spaces to develop policies that expand access and inclusion.
Priorities:
Gender-Inclusive Facilities: Updated campus map to reflect the locations of gender-neutral bathrooms (coming soon).
Religious Inclusivity: Secured free meals for upperclassmen observing Passover.
Equitable Academic Support: Advocate for a more accessible and inclusive McGraw Center.
Religious Accommodations: Work toward better support for religious dietary needs in eating clubs.
- For any questions or concerns, please reach out to Brian Mhando (USG DEI Committee Chair) at bm8142@princeton.edu.
Mental Health Committee
About
USG’s Mental Health Committee works on creating lasting policies, projects, and communities supporting students’ mental health. Given the various factors that impact and nurture mental health, we’re committed to an intersectional and dynamic approach. Accordingly, we work on academic policies providing support, streamlining mental health resources, organizing monthly Mental Health Luncheons, working with counseling services, and establishing university committees, programs, and communities for support. We’re open to anyone with a passion yet realistic interest in mental health advocacy!
Priorities:
- Inclusivity: First-Year Programming; Identity-Focused Initiatives
- Accommodation: Academics; CPS Programming
- Visibility: Wellness Brochure; Wellness Expo
- Transparency: Active Minds; Ivy Mental Health Conference
- If you have any inquiries or feedback, feel free to contact Allen Nieva (USG Mental Health Chair) at an2428@princeton.edu.