Princeton Club of Chicago
Founded in 1876, the Princeton Club of Chicago exists to build and maintain among local alumni a high level of awareness of and involvement in activities related to Princeton University and its alumni, students, faculty and administration (the “Princeton Family”). Ongoing functions include: finding and encouraging qualified applicants to apply to Princeton and to matriculate if accepted; encouraging broad participation in Annual Giving and the Club Scholarship Fund; encouraging interaction, communication, and networking among the “Princeton Family” at the local level via a wide array of educational, cultural, community service, and Princeton-related entertainment programs; and enhancing local community knowledge of Princeton and of the successes of its “Family.” The primary goal of the Princeton Club of Chicago is to create, strengthen, and expand relationships among Chicago-area alumni and the greater Princeton community.
The Windy City has a lot to offer – architecture, festivals, restaurants, museums, theatre, shopping, sports, and more. Whether you're new to the city or returning, staying for a year or staying forever, there's a lot out there to enjoy! Chicago is close enough to Princeton to maintain a connection but far enough away that we can't always go to New Jersey when we need a dose of Princeton camaraderie; consequently, we have a very active club! With over 2,000 alumni in the Chicago area and a variety of programs, activities and volunteer opportunities, there is a thriving community. We hope you'll join us and participate often!
Upcoming Events
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2026 ANNUAL DINNER - "150 STRIPES" - APRIL 27, 2026
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5:30PM - 9:00PM Mon 27 Apr 2026 Central timezoneThe Princeton Club of Chicago cordially invites you to celebrate the Club's 150th year at the West Loop's historic City Hall/Recess. REGISTRATION OFFICIALLY CLOSED APRIL 17 AT NOON. -
ALUMNICORPS 35TH ANNIVERSARY CHICAGO CELEBRATION - THURSDAY MAY 7, 2026
5:00PM - 7:00PM Thu 7 May 2026 Central timezone
Join us at this panel conversation and celebration of the Princeton AlumniCorps / Project 55 community! -
PRINCETON DIVERSITY VIRTUAL DISCUSSIONS - MONDAY, MAY 11, 2026
8:00PM - 9:00PM Mon 11 May 2026 Central timezone
You are invited to join us at PCC's Princeton Diversity Discussions! This month's topic: Race and Respectability Politics: Choices and Outcomes
Recent Events
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PRINCETON 2030 NEW ADMIT RECEPTION - APRIL 25, 2026
12:00PM - 2:00PM Sat 25 Apr 2026 Central timezone
Reception for local students newly admitted to the Class of 2030 and their parents/guardians. ASC interviewers are encouraged to attend! -
PCC’S 150TH ANNIVERSARY VOLUNTEER WEEK: TIGER BEACH CLEAN-UP - SATURDAY APRIL 25
9:00AM - 11:00AM Sat 25 Apr 2026 Central timezone
Join the PCC and The Alliance for the Great Lakes for our 3rd annual family friendly beach clean-up! This event is part of the PCC’s 150th anniversary week of service. -
PCC's 150TH ANNIVERSARY VOLUNTEER WEEK: MENTOR COACHING WITH AMERICA NEEDS YOU - SATURDAY APRIL 18
9:30AM - 12:30PM Sat 18 Apr 2026 Central timezone
Volunteer as a mentor coach for local first-generation college students, through a 3-hour workshop focused on helping them develop public speaking and presentation skills
Photo Albums
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Ma Rainey's Black Bottom (April 11, 2026)
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Future of local media in Chicago (April 8, 2026)
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