University News
Changes Proposed to CAS Core Curriculum to Lighten Students’ Load
The changes would allow core classes to count for other requirements within CAS.
Steinhardt Opens New Facility for Music Therapy, Research
The facility will have one room for treatment and another for recording therapy sessions so they can be used for research.
Vaping Flavorless in New York After Statewide Ban
Last week, Governor Andrew Cuomo instituted a ban on flavored e-cigarettes (yes, that includes Juuls).
‘MeToo Kit’ Headquartered in NYU Building Taken off Market
The MeToo Kit –– a company marketing at-home sexual assault evidence kits –– which was previously under fire for capitalizing on the #MeToo movement and its illegitimacy in a court of law, has been taken off of the market following a cease and desist order.
NYU Students and Faculty Adjusting to New LA Program
One year after WSN broke the news that NYU would have a study away site in Los Angeles — we followed up with students and faculty to see how the West Coast was treating them.
Native American Professor Talks Colonialism and Climate Change
The Native Studies Forum hosted an American studies professor who talked about how colonialism in the U.S. has contributed to climate change.
Tumblr Representative Talks Social Good With Sternies
NYU Net Impact, a club which promotes socially and environmentally conscious business practices, hosted Tumblr’s social impact manager.
First Public Document on Board of Trustees Meetings Released
Months after their last meeting, the Board of Trustees published its summary, which is intended as an act of good faith towards greater transparency.
Vigil Honors Hurricane Dorian Victims
Students and staff attended the vigil to reflect on the damage caused by one of the strongest Atlantic hurricanes on record.
Students of Controversial Journalist Lauren Duca File Complaint to NYU
Lauren Duca’s meditation breaks, oversharing and tweet requirements were not well-received by the students of her six-week summer course.
Hong Kong Unrest Arouses Anger, Fear in Students Away From Home
Massive protests, some of which have turned violent, have been going on in Hong Kong for months — students from the city have different feelings on the matter.
Student Government’s To-Do’s: Improve Resources, Help Connect Students With Them
New Student Government Assembly Chairperson Jakiyah Bradley said she wants SGA to be more accessible to students this academic year.
