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Programmers can model AI after human goal-setting processes, NYU study finds
Researchers used computer programs to mimic the steps humans take to set intermediate targets while playing games.
SPS and Marriott Foundation launch $5 million hospitality program
Students in the program will take on an apprenticeship while earning credits toward an associate’s degree in hospitality, which the school will officially begin offering in the spring of 2026.
Parents gravitate toward sensationalized articles about kids’ screen time, NYU study finds
Steinhardt researchers found that a small group of studies disproportionately shapes online rhetoric about the effects of screen time on children under 10.
Tensions soar as College Dems and Reps tackle Trump policies on the debate stage
The biannual debate is a decadeslong tradition between the NYU College Democrats and College Republicans, with this semester’s event focusing on policing, tariffs and aid to Ukraine.
Education Department to investigate NYU for ‘illegal’ DEI partnership
The university is one of 52 schools under fire by the Trump administration for partnering with a nonprofit focused on increasing diversity in Ph.D. business programs.
Hochul expands AI initiative to support researchers at NYU, other state universities
The collaboration between seven universities across New York state grants educational institutions access to technologies usually exclusive to large corporations.
Students and staff package 1,800 pounds of medical supplies for under-resourced countries
A recurring part of the “NYU in Dialogue” initiative, the service opportunity works with a New York City nonprofit to disperse discarded medical supplies to countries facing humanitarian crises.
Sony launches $7.5 million partnership with Steinhardt
The new Sony Audio Institute will offer state-of-the-art equipment, networking opportunities and new research initiatives for Music Technology and Music Business majors.
Students demand committee to investigate racial injustice at NYU
A student government proposal cites over 100 U.S. universities with “reparations committees” dedicated to addressing institutional racism — NYU not among them.
The Soapbox: Flash floods in Argentina, ship collision in the UK and new AI laws in Spain
The Soapbox is a weekly column by WSN covering major news developments at NYU’s campuses and study away sites abroad. Global consciousness for a global university.
Animals and AI could have a human-like conscience, NYU study finds
Researchers unveiled new methods for measuring markers of animal consciousness as part of NYU’s $6 million Center for Mind, Ethics and Policy.
‘Better than most’: NYU receives B grade on antisemitism report
The Anti-Defamation League commended the university for “the actions and policies implemented” by NYU leadership “to combat antisemitism” and mitigate pro-Palestinian protest.
