University News
From Langone Custodian to Nursing Graduate, the Story of Frank Baez
Originally from the Dominican Republic, Baez worked as a Custodian at NYU Langone before eventually studying at, and graduating from, NYU Meyers College of Nursing.
New Yorkers Protest Inequality in Chile and Its Right-Wing President
Inequality in Chile spurred thousands of simultaneous protests around the globe against President Sebastián Piñera this weekend, including one that drew hundreds to Union Square.
More Meals, Fewer Dining Dollars, Same In-Person Request System Following Food Insecurity Program Change
The Courtesy Meals Program is set to go from providing 75 Dining Dollars to 25 Dining Dollars and five meal swipes to students struggling to afford consistent meals.
Dismissal of NYU Retirement Funds Lawsuit Overturned
A federal appeals court ruled that the case of six NYU professors who allege that the university mismanaged their retirement funds will not be dismissed.
Palladium Health Inspection Grade Improves From C to B
Palladium Food Court failed a health inspection in September. After a Department of Health tribunal review, its grade improved to a B.
International Students Face Increasing Difficulties Staying in the US, NYU Says in Letter to Congress
NYU and 57 other New York colleges signed a letter to the state’s congressional delegates asking for help in dealing with visa processing delays and other issues international students are facing.
MoMA Must Divest from Private Prisons: NYU Professors, Others Say
Activists called on the museum to divest from multiple companies associated with private prisons in a letter to the Museum of Modern Art.
Vaping Linked to Cancer in Mice, NYU Study Says
Conducted by researchers at NYU Langone, the study is the first to link vaping to cancer.
UN Rapporteur Talks How to Be Effective in Addressing Human Rights Violations
At an NYU Law event, Philip Alston said considering one’s audience is essential when spurring action on human rights violations.
Moon Base-Building, Self-Aware Robots Are in Development at Tandon
A team of robotic engineers hopes to develop robots that will revolutionize the construction industry.
Students Fear Upcoming Supreme Court Decision on LGBTQ Workplace Discrimination
With a majority-conservative Supreme Court, students are not confident that LGBTQ workers will remain protected from discrimination.
Ten Students Received $5,000 for Human Rights Projects. Here’s What They Did.
The Ninth Annual Gallatin Global Fellowship in Human Rights Symposium showcased the work of last year’s fellows in preparation for this year’s application.
