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Kevin Chung

Kevin Chung

Jonathan Keshishoglou, Under the Arch Blog Editor December 11, 2014

Speaking quickly but concisely and occasionally cracking a witty one-liner, Poly senior Kevin Chung gives a presentation on Physical Security to the Cyber Security Club. He explains...

Jules O'Conner

Jules O’Connor

Clio McConnell, Editor-at-large December 11, 2014

Even after a long day of student government work, Jules O’Connor is all smiles on Dec. 4 as she leads the monthly University Committee on Student Life meeting, introducing speakers...

John Catsimatidis, Jr.

John Catsimatidis Jr.

Larson Binzer, Deputy News Editor December 11, 2014

At the front of a crowded room, Stern senior John Catsimatidis Jr. stands in a navy suit and red tie, the picture of a future political leader. Welcoming students into the room...

Jamiee Foster

Jamiee Foster

Bailey Evans, Deputy Features Editor December 11, 2014

Jamiee Foster knows what it’s like to be the new kid. The CAS senior had moved from Las Vegas to small-town Arkansas to Baltimore by the time she was in second grade. “The...

Corey Harper

Corey Harper

Valentina Duque Bojanini, News Editor December 11, 2014

With a warm hug and a smile, Poly senior Corey Harper greets two members of the Native American and Indigenous Students Group. He and his co-presidents would be meeting with those...

Colin Waddell

Colin Waddell

John Ambrosio, News Editor December 11, 2014

It is 9:30 a.m. on a Wednesday morning at the Jay Street Metrotech Building in Brooklyn, and Colin Waddell is helping teenagers boil eggs. “All right, does everyone have it...

Abhinay Ashutosh

Abhinay Ashutosh

Hannah Treasure, Features Editor December 11, 2014

They are the little plastic blocks you step on in the dark that make you curse under your breath — the pieces of castles before they fit together. They satisfactorily click into...

Students study on the fifth floor of Bobst as finals approach.

Best ways to beat tough exams and papers this finals season

Dhriti Tandon December 4, 2014
Preparing for exams can be tough. Here are some tips from students to make studying for finals easier.
Project Pengyou aims to connect students abroad and in the city.

Student group aims for cultural understanding

Nina Jang December 4, 2014
Driven by a passion to increase study-away initiatives in Shanghai and Beijing, CAS junior Nicole Burke and CAS sophomore Kate Maleski have established the NYU club chapter of Project Pengyou.
This Weekend: Dec. 5-8

This Weekend: Dec. 5-8

Sam Del Rowe December 4, 2014
The plethora of holiday-related activities in the city this weekend ensures that no matter who your companions are, you’ll find something festive and inexpensive to do.
This Chanel suit can be found in Faking it: Originals, Copies, & Counterfeits.

FIT explores fraudulent fashion

Sangjun Bae, Contributing Writer December 3, 2014
FIT unveils a new exhibit highlighting the relationship between original designs and the counterfeit industry it inspires.
Layered looks to sport this winter

Layered looks to sport this winter

Gabriella Bower, Staff Writer December 2, 2014

Living in New York City means walking everywhere and, for some, wanting to look stylish while doing so. As the weather shifts from chilly to freezing, it is important to dress...