University News

NYU not affected by ICE raid near Lafayette Hall
Nearly 40 counterfeit street vendors were detained less than five minutes away from Lafayette Hall, where students reported seeing federal agents and dozens of protesters.
Natalie Deoragh, Deputy News Editor
• October 22, 2025

NYU standardizes policy for incomplete grades
The new policy will allow monthslong extensions for students who fail to submit coursework due to unavoidable reasons, with approval from a professor.
Leena Ahmed, Deputy News Editor
• October 22, 2025

Langone researchers build AI algorithm to analyze bone loss
The new technology improves routine scanning by instantly identifying signs of osteoporosis, even in patients admitted for other reasons.
Ashlie West, Contributing Writer
• October 22, 2025

1 in 5 mothers experience perinatal mood disorders, Steinhardt study finds
Researchers recommended that medical providers expand screenings for postpartum mood and anxiety disorders and suggested more flexible paid family leave programs.
Selin Kemiktarak, Contributing Writer
• October 21, 2025

NYU Langone links oral microbe species to pancreatic cancer
Researchers used records dating back over two decades to find 27 types of oral bacteria and fungi associated with risks of pancreatic cancer.
Zachary Karp, Contributing Writer
• October 21, 2025

NYU confirms use of AI art in alumni donation letter
The distorted image was created by a freelance artist who used artificial intelligence, potentially violating the university’s guidelines.
Leena Ahmed, Deputy News Editor
• October 21, 2025

AI systems pass ‘toughest finance exam’ in Stern study
Researchers identified over 20 popular artificial intelligence models that pass a test used to evaluate prospective financial analysts.
Mia Shou, Deputy Culture Editor
• October 20, 2025

NYU Law launches climate justice lab
Students can provide legal counseling to communities facing systemic inequalities exacerbated by the Trump administration’s rollbacks on environmental funding.
Kaitlyn Sze Tu, Deputy News Editor
• October 17, 2025

Courant researchers mathematically model capsizing icebergs
The team’s findings help define the phenomenon behind tsunamis and rising sea levels.
Ashlie West, Contributing Writer
• October 17, 2025

Admin suggest mediator for contract faculty bargaining
The proposal cites “disappointingly little movement” after a year of contract negotiations with NYU’s full-time faculty union.
Natalie Deoragh, Deputy News Editor
• October 16, 2025

Grad union stages Bobst study-in to demand meeting with admin
Graduate student workers said their contract rights were not respected during disciplinary hearings last semester.
Leena Ahmed, Deputy News Editor
• October 16, 2025

‘We don’t need to panic’: Clay Shirky on NYU’s approach to AI
The vice provost for AI and technology in education spoke to WSN about navigating artificial intelligence at NYU, from student feedback to Big Tech partnerships.
Krish Dev, Digital Director
• October 15, 2025

Natalie Deoragh, Deputy News Editor • October 22, 2025

Leena Ahmed, Deputy News Editor • October 22, 2025

Noah Zaldivar, Opinion Editor • October 22, 2025

Naseem Rahman, Deputy Sports Editor • October 22, 2025

Jesse Schumann, Contributing Writer • October 22, 2025