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Young Philharmonic Orchestra of Munich Tour: Maximilian Haberstock & Maxim Lando
Princeton alumna Elif Haberstock (Princeton ’93) warmly invites Princeton alumni to the March 2026 tour of the Junges Philharmonisches Orchester München (Young Philharmonic Orchestra of Munich) . Elif runs a non-profit organization (Virtus Artis gGmbH) together with her son, Maximilian Haberstock, a 21-year-old conductor . Today this organization supports Maximilian's orchestra -- featuring 97 outstanding young musicians from 32 nations -- and enables its international conc
Marisa Chow ('17)
2 days ago2 min read
Summer Event 2026 Poll Results
At first Vienna and Potsdam were tight contenders, but then a clear winner emerged. We look forward to hosting our 2026 summer event in Postdam from June 12-14, 2026 . Stay tuned for more details, including the agenda and speakers! If you'd like to preview what we do at the event, take a look at this post about our past 2025 summer event in Weimar and Erfurt.
Marisa Chow ('17)
Dec 3, 20251 min read
PAAG Thanksgiving Dinner 2025
We had a great Thanksgiving dinner this year! Twenty-five adults and two kids gathered at Landhaus Diedert in Wiesbaden, and the restaurant setting was perfect for our group. The place felt cozy and festive, and the food was outstanding. The turkey was the star of the evening — perfectly roasted and juicy. Great company, great conversation, and great food, and another successful Thanksgiving Day celebration!
Marisa Chow ('17)
Dec 3, 20251 min read
In memoriam: Professor Helmut Schlesinger
In 1994, Professor Helmut Schlesinger joined the School of Public and International Affairs (SPIA, then called Woodrow Wilson School of International Affairs) at Princeton University for one semester after stepping down as president of the Deutsche Bundesbank. At Princeton, he not only engaged in the academic community, but also shared his experiences in a graduate course on monetary policy. This course he taught together with Paul Volcker, the former chairman of the Federal
Marisa Chow ('17)
Oct 27, 20252 min read
Vote for the Location of Our Next Summer Event!
We're excited to host our upcoming summer event and want YOU to help choose the location! Vote for your favorite place from the options below. The location with the most votes will be where we will gather at the end of June 2026. The poll closes on November 25th , so cast your vote now! Click here to vote in the poll!
Marisa Chow ('17)
Oct 10, 20251 min read
First Local Get-Together of Princeton Alumni in Munich
On September 2, 2025, Princeton alumni gathered for the first local meet-up in Munich at the Hirschgarten, where we enjoyed perfect weather while sitting outside. The event was an excellent opportunity for alumni to reconnect, network, and create new contacts, with a diverse mix of attendees sharing personal, professional, and educational backgrounds that reflected the unique diversity of Princeton. The relaxed and welcoming atmosphere allowed for meaningful conversations, fo
Marisa Chow ('17)
Oct 6, 20251 min read
A Weekend of Heritage, Dialogue, and Princeton Spirit in the Heart of Thuringia
In June 2025, the Princeton Alumni Association of Germany brought together alumni and friends for a gathering that felt at once like a reunion, a cultural expedition, and a thoughtful exchange of ideas. The chosen backdrop — the historic cities of Weimar and Erfurt — could not have been more fitting. Alumni with Mayor Ralf Kirsten on a special tour of Weimar In Weimar, we were welcomed with remarkable warmth by the city’s mayor, Ralf Kirsten, who guided us through its cobbles
Wolfgang Konrad
Aug 17, 20252 min read
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