University News
Impact of NYU Divest’s Resolution on University Sustainability Initiatives Remains Unclear
After working with students, faculty and administrators to revise its resolution for months, it is now unclear how much NYU Divest’s decarbonization resolution will impact university policies on sustainability.
Over 2,000 People Sign Petition Against Boycott of NYU Tel Aviv
An NYU rabbi started a petition voicing opposition to a resolution by the Department of Social and Cultural Analysis pledging noncooperation with the study away site.
Use of Program for Food-Insecure Students Spikes This Academic Year
Almost 2,000 students used a food insecurity program this year, up from a few dozen in previous semesters.
Startup That Connects Musicians to Venues Takes Home $20,000 Prize
A CAS senior just took his company to the next level.
Survey Shows Men Outnumber Women More Than 2-to-1 Among Tenured Faculty
A survey conducted by the American Association of University Professors showed a lack of tenured women professors at NYU, although the ratio was comparable to peer institutions.
March for Science Emphasizes Diversity, Green New Deal
The annual March for Science had all-female keynote speakers and framed the Green New Deal as an opportunity to enact evidence-based policy.
Student Files Lawsuit Against NYU Over Allegedly False Hazing Charges
A student filed a lawsuit against the university in April after the Office of Student Conduct found him and several other members of a fraternity responsible for a hazing incident that burned multiple students. The incident ultimately led the university to ban the fraternity from campus.
SGA Supports Measures to Examine NYU’s ‘Ageist’ Policies
The Student Government Assembly passed a letter of support to encourage NYU to adopt policies that accommodate older students.
Husband of Presidential Hopeful Pete Buttigieg Talks Transitioning to Life on the Campaign Trail
Chasten Buttigieg, the husband of Pete Buttigieg, attended an NYU College Democrats event on Thursday.
Department of Social and Cultural Analysis Pledges Noncooperation With NYU Tel Aviv
Citing entry restrictions imposed by the Israeli government, the SCA department voted to boycott NYU Tel Aviv on Thursday.
How The L Train Shutdown Is Affecting Students
After the MTA announced that it would partially shut down the L train for renovations, students share how the construction has affected their commutes.
Robot Hall Monitor Wins Top Prize at NYU Tandon High School Robotics Competition
Seven teams of high school students presented robots aimed to solve problems in their schools in a competition for a cash prize and an internship as part of an NYU Tandon academic enrichment and professional development program.
