Beyond NYU
Each week, WSN sits down with an NYU student, faculty member or alum who’s making change beyond the university.
Beyond NYU: Advancing women’s health through global activism
NYU graduate alum Padmini Murthy reflected on her path, from attending medical school in India to championing women’s health and human rights globally.
Beyond NYU: From studying at Stern to producing ‘Moana’
Beau Flynn, who graduated from the university in 1993, spoke to WSN about how he found his passion for creativity and worked with industry icons to create dozens of movies.
Beyond NYU: Creating and curating feminist art around the world
Tisch alum Laura Ibáñez Kuzmanic discussed how she combines research, community service and art into a career that’s taken her from Santiago to New York.
Beyond NYU: From aspiring scientist to award-winning reporter
GSAS alum Arielle Duhaime-Ross reflected on their career as a science journalist, from fulfilling groundbreaking work in television climate reporting to hosting their own podcast.
Beyond NYU: Shaping the image of a top luxury brand
Gallatin alum Elliot Greenfield discussed his journey from a Steinhardt first-year to a leading marketing role at Swarovski, one of the largest jewelry brands worldwide.
Beyond NYU: Merging music and advocacy
Singer-songwriter and former Miss Michigan Teen USA spoke to WSN about her evolution as an artist, from the moment she stepped onto NYU’s campus to her journey growing her social media presence.
Beyond NYU: A Gallatin alum’s journey to crafting Etsy
After Chris Maguire found his passion for interdisciplinary work at the Gallatin School of Individualized Study, he collaborated with two other NYU alumni to create one of the best-known online stores for niche gifts and crafts.
Beyond NYU: Pursuing public service from Gallatin to City Council
Andrea Gordillo, who graduated from the Gallatin School of Individualized Study in 2017, spoke to WSN about her childhood and current campaign for New York City Council.
Beyond NYU: Shaping workplace culture through hospitality
After studying organizational behavior at NYU, Susan Salgado found her way to the hospitality industry and eventually created her own consulting company to share insights on leadership, organizational culture and career advice.
Beyond NYU: Bridging the gap between business and film
From Tisch to Stern, Alejandra Parody shares her journey in the film industry.
Beyond NYU: Shaping films and shows frame by frame
From NYU Tisch classes to Hollywood’s “Ted Lasso,” alum A.J. Catoline shared his experiences in the world of film editing.
Beyond NYU: Mixing acting with activism
Madi Kaplan, a first-year at NYU, decided to combine her passions for performance and nonprofit work into both a Gallatin concentration and a theater organization.
