Unpacking Princeton

Unpacking Princeton is a collaborative program designed to engage first year undergraduate and graduate students of underrepresented identities to acclimate to the Princeton community.

Unpacking Princeton 2023 is brought to you by the Carl A. Fields Center in collaboration with: Black Student Union (BSU), Asian American Students Association (AASA), the AccessAbility Center, Office of Disability Services, Gender + Sexuality Resource Center (GSRC), Black Graduate Caucus (BGC), Office of International Programs (OIP), Princeton Latin American Student Association (PLASA), Center for Career Development, Office of the Dean of Undergraduate Students (ODUS), and the Graduate School - Access, Diversity, and Inclusion.

Fields Day at the Fields Center

Monday, September 4, 2023, 4-6 pm - Carl A. Fields Center

Join us at Princeton’s cultural center on campus for a meet and greet with CAF staff and cultural student organizations. Enjoy some food trucks, fun activities, and giveaways!

Sponsored by the Carl A. Fields Center

Center for Career Development Open House

Wednesday, September 6, 2023, 4-5:30 pm - Center for Career Development (36 University Place)

Career development begins the moment you arrive on campus, and a critical step is understanding your interests, values and strengths through self-discovery. Enjoy some snacks and learn how we can work with you on your career development journey!

Sponsored by the Center for Career Development

GSRC Welcome Back BBQ

Thursday, September 7, 2023, 3-6 pm - GSRC Conference Room (246 Frist Campus Center)

Come join the Gender + Sexuality Resource Center Staff and welcome the new academic year in with community. Enjoy free food, a chance to connect with others who hold identities similar to yours, and free giveaways and merchandise! The first 50 attendees will receive a free backpack.

Sponsored by the Gender + Sexuality Resource Center

Black Student Union Presents B(l)ack Together

Thursday, September 7, 2023, 5:30 pm - U-Store Courtyard

Join the Black Student Union for the annual B(l)ack Together dinner. Meet other Black students, professors, faculty, and staff while we kick off the new semester!

Sponsored by the Black Student Union, ODUS, and Carl A. Fields Center

AccessAbility Center Open House

Wednesday, September 13, 2023, 4:30-5:30 pm - 242 Frist Campus Center

Join us at the AccessAbility center to meet the AccessAbility Center Student Fellows, explore a great study and hang-out space, learn about the Center’s programming and how you can get involved with promoting ability and difference. The Fellows will be available to chat about their experience at Princeton and as students with disabilities. Enjoy snacks, meet new people and make an access button. Free giveaways!

Sponsored by the AccessAbility Center

GSRC Graduate Mixer

Thursday, September 14, 2023, 3:30 pm - GSRC Conference Room (246 Frist Campus Center)

Be in community and network with other graduate students who hold identity with you! Food and drinks will be provided.

Sponsored by the Gender + Sexuality Resource Center

Study Abroad Fair 2022

Friday, September 15, 2023, 12:30-3:30 pm - McCosh Courtyard (Rain: Frist Multipurpose Rooms)

All current Princeton undergraduates are invited to meet host institutions from around the world, learn more about how to study abroad for a semester/year, or how to obtain a summer study (including Princeton’s own faculty-led programs) and international internship options!

Sponsored by the Office of International Programs (OIP)

Festival Sabrosura

RESCHEDULED: Saturday, September 23, 2023, 1:00-3:00 pm - Whitman Courtyard

Join the Princeton Latin American Students Association (PLASA) to celebrate a fresh start and the kick off to Latine Heritage Month! Sabrosura is a Latine outdoor festival featuring traditional food, games, giveaways, and good company — so come for the food, stay for the vibes!

Sponsored by the Princeton Latin American Students Association (PLASA)

Office of Disability Services Staff Meet n Greet

Wednesday, September 20, 2023, 4:00-5:00 pm - 242 Frist Campus Center

Join us at the AccessAbility Center to meet Office of Disability Services (ODS) staff and learn more about our services for students with disabilities. ODS Staff will be available to provide information, answer general questions and can make appointments to talk with students individually about personal questions or concerns. Demonstrations of assistive technology that can support your academic endeavors will take place. Enjoy snacks and free giveaways!

Sponsored by the Office of Disability Services

AASA Welcome Banquet

Thursday, September 21, 2023, 6:30-8:30 pm - Carl A. Fields Center Multipurpose Room 104

AASA welcomes members of the Asian/Asian American community (especially first-years!!) to join us at our annual welcome banquet. This will be an incredible opportunity to make new friends and learn more about what AASA has to offer this year!

Sponsored by the Asian American Students Association (AASA)

[CANCELLED] Graduate Student Welcome Lunch

[CANCELLED] Friday, September 22, 2023, 12-1:30 pm - Carl A. Fields Center MPR 104

An interactive opportunity for graduate students to learn more about the Graduate School - Access, Diversity and Inclusion as well as the Carl Fields Center. Lunch will be provided.

Sponsored by the Graduate School - Access, Diversity and Inclusion (ADI) and Carl A. Fields Center

Welcome B(l)ack: A Renaissance Experience

Sunday, September 30, 2023, 1 pm - Carl A. Fields Center Lawn

Come join BGC, PAGSA, and other black student groups on campus as we celebrate community and enjoy a night together. Food and drinks will be provided. So come show-out!

***Rescheduled from Sept. 24 to Sept. 30***

Sponsored by the Black Graduate Caucus (BGC)