University News
Controversial New York Times Columnist Discusses Rising Anti-Semitism
On a panel hosted by Realize Israel and TorchPAC, New York Times columnist Bret Stephens spoke about anti-Semitism across the political spectrum.
Successful Women Discuss Struggles in Male-Dominated Fields
Tisch alumna Gina Rodriguez spoke at Skirball with other women who have made it far in their fields and overcame obstacles along the way.
Tisch Senior Advocates for Gender-Neutral Bathrooms at Pearl Studios
Ryan Lowe has started a petition to bring gender-neutral bathrooms to Pearl Studios, where students in Tisch’s New Studio take some of their classes.
Current Wellness Resources Fall Short of Expectations
Fourteen students who have used NYU’s Counseling and Wellness Services told WSN they did not receive adequate care.
Student Allegations of Anti-Semitism at NYU Gain National Attention
In a complaint filed to the Department of Education, Gallatin senior Adela Cojab alleges that NYU has allowed anti-Semitism to spread on campus.
NYUAD Appoints New Vice Chancellor
Mariet Westermann will oversee NYUAD’s academic, administrative and operational affairs.
Green Fair Educates Students on Sustainability
EarthMatters hosted its annual street fair to encourage sustainability and environmental activism.
Out, Proud and Graduating: Lavender Graduation 2019
The Lavender Graduation honored graduating LGBTQ students from across the university on Wednesday.
LS Expands First-Year Away Program to Madrid, Steinhardt Adds FYA Program in Paris
In an interview with WSN, LS Dean Julie Mostov discussed the college’s plans to add another first-year away site in Madrid and how Steinhardt plans to start the program, as well.
‘Human Rights at NYU’ Resolution Narrowly Struck Down in University Senate
The resolution, originally inspired by the Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions movement, called for NYU to divest from companies associated with human rights violations.
Decarbonization Resolution Passes University Senate
After months of collaboration between activists and the university administration, the decarbonization resolution passed the University Senate.
Program Teaching Students to Cook on a Budget Finds Funding to Start Again
Open Kitchen is a program that hosts a series of classes on how to cook nutritious food for cheap. Once funded out of its founder’s pocket, it now has support from a variety of NYU groups.
