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Your pen is more than just your pal

Your pen is more than just your pal

Whether you prefer a traditional No. 2 pencil or an iPad, this is what your writing utensil says about you.
Christobelle Rudes, Contributing Writer December 10, 2024

On a daily basis, each of us pulls out our writing utensil of choice to take notes in class. It seems like an ordinary decision, but it actually says a lot about who we are and...

A city skyline with a building in the middle that reads “CommunityCare.”

Everything you need to know about humanities internships at NYU Tulsa

NYU’s newest abroad site champions experiential learning by connecting students with local organizations.
Sara Sharma, Staff Writer December 9, 2024

Between intense LinkedIn networking and unending applications for the chance to work in a high-rise multinational corporation, recruiting season can be pretty cutthroat. But for...

A display table with several decorative chocolates. Words on the front of the table read “LE CHOCOLAT, Maxime Frédéric at Louis Vuitton.”

Fashion designers are cooking, literally

Designer-branded treats are surging across the internet. Here’s what you need to know about Gen Z’s latest fad.
Luke Adelson-Yan, Contributing Writer December 9, 2024

Nothing can stop Gen Z New Yorkers from getting a sweet treat. Treating yourself no longer means buying a once-in-a-lifetime handbag or a fancy new piece of jewelry — now, it...

A green crocheted frog wearing brown overalls and a small brown hat sitting on a tiled surface.

Crochet away the day with these 5 DIY gifts

Crochet crafts to make your loved ones feel extra special this holiday season.
Yasmin Minos, Staff Writer December 9, 2024

I’m a big fan of picking up new hobbies, and this winter, my latest obsession is crocheting. There’s something uniquely satisfying about watching a pile of yarn gradually become...

An illustration of various winter clothing items. Depicted in front of a snowy background is a fur coat, a gray sweater, brown ballet flats, a mannequin head with a furry hood and a pair of legs in a miniskirt wearing knee-high boots.

Winter fashion trend report 2024

The temperature may be dropping outside, but these winter 2024 fashion trends are turning up the heat.
Daphne Zhu, Contributing Writer December 9, 2024

As the colder weather sets in, winter 2024 fashion is all about roaring statements and plush textures. Whether you’re stepping out in fierce, bold prints or retreating to a cozy...

A woman wearing a blue sweater smiles while standing in front of a bookshelf.

Why you should be thinking about food beyond your plate

Marion Nestle, the founder of NYU’s food studies program and one of the world’s most influential scholars in food, has been challenging the norms of the American food industry for decades.
Mia Shou, Contributing Writer December 6, 2024

“Food” and “studies” aren’t words that most of us associate with one another. But for Marion Nestle, the founder of the Food Studies program at NYU, food has long been...

On a light green background, four orange rectangles show hands making different signs in each one.

How multicultural sororities foster community at NYU

Five students share how multicultural Greek life shaped their time at NYU.
Joanne Lee, Contributing Writer December 6, 2024

In an overwhelmingly bustling atmosphere like New York City, it is easy to feel lost in the crowd –– and disconnected from others –– especially as a college student navigating...

An illustration of logos of different food pantries and homeless shelters, including Food Recovery Network, Xavier Mission, Rethink Food, The Bowery Mission and Two Birds One Stone.

This winter, give back through food and kindness

From soup kitchens to meal deliveries, here are five nonprofit organizations all NYU students can get involved in to feed those in need.
Ashley Combs, Staff Writer December 5, 2024

Amid New York’s abundant restaurant scene, it’s easy to lose sight of some of the city’s larger issues surrounding food. Nearly 13.5% of households are food insecure and...

Six pairs of various boots and loafers against a magenta background.

Booting out the basics: 6 unique Dr. Martens for the winter

Define your personal style this season with these picks from the Dr. Martens store.
Yanel Siqueiros, Contributing Writer December 5, 2024

The doc is in, quite literally. The chilly season welcomes a surge of leather-bound footwear across campus. By now, we’ve all seen the 1460s or the Chelsea boots. If you’re...

An illustration of a map of New York City with Filipino flags marking points on the map.

Finding community from Manila to Manhattan

As a first-year international student, finding community through my Filipino heritage has been integral in making New York City feel like home.
Katrina Lorenzana, Contributing Writer December 5, 2024

Three months ago, New York City felt like a world away from home. Coming from Manila, the capital city of the Philippines, I thought I was used to a vast, fast-paced metropolis....

A collage of three people wearing outfits in the street.

Wrap up your semester in style with these final exam fits

Choose between sweats for comfort or a dress for confidence to wrap up your semester in style.
Chinara Dorancy, Contributing Writer December 5, 2024

As finals season draws near, these upcoming weeks could be your last chance to start a conversation with your class crush or introduce yourself to that classmate you’ve been...

A collage of various N.Y.U.-specific illustrations in green and blue.

Ranked: NYU lore

Here are four NYU moments guaranteed to give you brain rot. Where we lack in school spirit, we make up for in weird history.
Sreya Nair, Contributing Writer December 4, 2024

As we draw closer to winter break, the holiday season reminds us to appreciate the important things in life: family, friends and most importantly, dumb stories that make...