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Sexton sits down with WSN

Nicole Brown, Editor-in-Chief • May 1, 2014

Sexton shares his views on university-wide issues including expansion and financial aid.

Tisch finds dean to succeed Campbell

Larson Binzer, Deputy News Editor • May 1, 2014

Allyson Green has been named the new dean of the Tisch School of the Arts, effective June 1.

Prof explains genetics, Bigfoot

Claire Scimeca, Contributing Writer • May 1, 2014

Todd Disotell, a biological anthropologist who focuses on primate and human evolution, gave a talk on the search for elusive creatures.

Recent string of thefts affects NYU campus

Marita Vlachou, Staff Writer • April 30, 2014

There have been a series of thefts near NYU's campus, so students should watch their personal belongings in coffee shops and restaurants.

Innovate NY holds first panel

Christine Park, Contributing Writer • April 30, 2014

The first Innovate New York panel was held on April 29, which hosted three professors who are innovative in their respective fields.

City receives grant to fight pedestrian deaths

Rahul Krishnamoorthy, Staff Writer • April 30, 2014

New York City received an $800,000 grant to help prevent traffic deaths, as Mayor Bill de Blasio's "Vision Zero" plan is being enacted.

Campaign fosters discussion about NSA

Valentina Duque Bojanini, Deputy News Editor • April 29, 2014

The Student Net Alliance, an organization started by Steinhardt senior Alec Foster, has drafted a letter from NYU Students and Faculty in protest of the National Security Agency’s surveillance policy.

Professor’s study finds microbes on dollars

Caren Douiery, Staff Writer • April 29, 2014

The study revealed the presence of about 3,000 microbes on dollar bills.

Advising, course issues arise during registration

Marilyn La Jeunesse, Contributing Writer • April 29, 2014

As students are registering for classes this week they are dealing with advising, credits and major requirement issues.

SJP protest sparks social media debate

April 28, 2014

Students take to Twitter and Facebook to discuss the flyer controversy.

Petitions circulate after flyer scandal

Kavish Harjai, News Editor • April 28, 2014

Both the Students for Justice in Palestine and TorchPAC have created petitions to support their positions regarding the eviction flyer controversy.

City college students explore culture of Asian-Americans

Ann Schmidt, News Editor • April 28, 2014

The New York City Asian American Student Conference hosted a conference at NYU on April 26 to give students a chance to discuss racial and sociopolitical issues in Asian-American culture.