Identity & Equity


8 Iranian-owned businesses to support in NYC
Amid the women-led revolution in Iran, immerse yourself in Persian culture with this list of Iranian-owned restaurants, shops and services.
Roksaneh Salartash, Staff Writer
• Nov 16, 2022


How I moved past my first-gen imposter syndrome
My parents’ expectations caused me to use perfectionism as a survival tactic. Proud to Be First’s Secrets to Success Panel showed me that I’m not alone.
Noor Maahin, Contributing Writer
• Nov 9, 2022


Finding comfort and community at Bluestockings Cooperative Bookstore
This queer, trans, and sex worker run bookstore moonlights as a cafe, free store and activist space.
Sunny Sequeira, Under The Arch Editor
• Nov 7, 2022


For Kanye West, fame shouldn’t overpower accountability
The artist was recently banned from Twitter and Instagram after spewing antisemitic beliefs.
Melissa Derzavich, Contributing Writer
• Nov 4, 2022


NYU Buenos Aires brings Latine students closer to their heritage
Three Latina students studying at NYU Buenos Aires reflect on how their time abroad in Latin America mended their relationship with identity and culture.
Juliana Guarracino, Abroad Editor
• Oct 24, 2022


Keeping Iranian culture alive at NYU amid protests
Members of NYU’s Iranian community emphasize the importance of preserving their roots and speaking out against injustice.
Roksaneh Salartash, Contributing Writer
• Oct 24, 2022


Ingjin San’s designs raise awareness of Myanmar’s civil war
Ingjin San pushes boundaries in fashion by raising awareness of the current civil war in her birth country, Myanmar.
Sofi Cisneros, Contributing Writer
• Oct 6, 2022


NYU’s new sex-positive podcast tells you how to have ‘Good Sex @ NYU’
NYU’s Health Promotion Office dropped the first two episodes of its newest podcast, talking about what good sex means to the university community.
Aarna Dixit, Contributing Writer
• Sep 26, 2022


Finding belonging at the West Indian Day Parade
Also known as the Labor Day Parade, Brooklyn resumes West Indian Day festivities after a two year pause.
Alekah Laing, Contributing Writer
• Sep 8, 2022


The yasses and flops of Grindr, as told by its NYU users
NYU students share their experiences with looking for fun and more on the Grindr app.
Derek Kamakanaaloha Soong, Staff Writer
• May 5, 2022


Gallatin first-years mobilize students to donate meal swipes to mutual aid
XR University NYC, revived in March, is challenging students to address issues ranging from climate change to food insecurity.
Tori Morales, Staff Writer
• May 2, 2022


Celebrating with unity and joy on one of the most sacred Christian holidays
The joys of Easter, from attending church to opening a Cadbury after an Easter egg hunt.
Mika Chipana, Contributing Writer
• Apr 15, 2022


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Mick Gaw, Staff Writer • Mar 31, 2023


Yezen Saadah, News Editor • Mar 31, 2023


Max Getty, Contributing Writer • Mar 31, 2023


Ania Keenan, Features Editor • Feb 6, 2023


Ania Keenan, Staff Writer • Nov 3, 2022