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 Reserve (from...

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!

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, fostering both...