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Former Tanzanian President Speaks at NYU

Former Tanzanian President Speaks at NYU

Benjamin Tetteh, Contributing Writer September 24, 2018
NYU's Africa House hosted the former President of Tanzania for an evening of discussion.
NYU professor James Ryan had difficulty voting in the New York gubernatorial elections last week.

Upset NYU Professor One of Many Who Couldn’t Vote Last Week

Although a registered New York voter, an NYU professor says he was unable to vote in last week's primary.
Kathryn Chapman, Contributing Writer September 21, 2018
Although a registered New York voter, an NYU professor says he was unable to vote in last week's primary.
NYU professor claims that vaping is actually good. (Photo by Abigail Weinberg)

JUUL-Addicted NYU Braces for Federal Crackdown

Meghna Maharishi, Contributing Writer September 19, 2018
With the FDA threatening to crack down on vaping, students react.
The inside of the NYU Bookstore. (Photo by Julia McNeill)

Bookstore Makeover to Save Students $2 Million Falls Short on Money-Saving Goals

The answer to the question we all had on our minds when buying books this semester.
Yotam Ponte, Contributing Writer September 19, 2018
A look into the updated layout of the NYU Bookstore.
College Democrats and Republicans Prep for Election Season

College Democrats and Republicans Prep for Election Season

As elections approach, a preview of what student Republicans and Democrats have planned this semester.
Jared Peraglia and Mansee Khurana September 18, 2018
As elections approach, a preview of what student Republicans and Democrats have planned this semester.
(From left to right) Ben Zinevich, Rose Asaf, Leen Dweik and Bayan Abubakr.

How Freedom of Information Could Look at NYU

Victor Porcelli, Deputy News Editor September 17, 2018
The Student Senate Council recently proposed a resolution that would make information about NYU's financial records and more accessible to students.
The NYU Wellness app allows students to directly chat with Wellness Exchange counselors.

NYU Bets You Would Text a Therapist

The Wellness Center rolled out text-based therapy, but its efficacy is still unproven.
Alex Domb, News Editor September 17, 2018
The Wellness Center rolled out text-based therapy, but its efficacy is still unproven.
Baby Boomer Weed Use Booms

Baby Boomer Weed Use Booms

Deets Sharma, Contributing Writer September 17, 2018
An NYU study shows that a lot of baby boomers smoke the devil's lettuce (marijuana).
Staffer Reports  Missing Envelope

Staffer Reports Missing Envelope

Crime Bot, Robot Reporter September 17, 2018
A look at crime on NYU's campus the week of Sept. 4 to 14.
A recent study analyzed biofeedback as a form of voice therapy for transgender women.

Trans Women Find Their Pitch

When trans people transition, their voices often don't. NYU researchers are looking into how to change that.
Kristina Hayhurst, News Editor September 17, 2018
When trans people transition, their voices often don't. NYU researchers are looking into how to change that.
On the steps inside the Kimmel Center for University Life, a student activist holds a sign that reads, "NYU would rather suspend students than speak to them #TrusteeTownHall."

Frustrated with Setbacks, Student Activists Plan Change in Tactics

Bela Kochkarova, Contributing Writer September 14, 2018
After years of failing to get through to the university, NYU's Student Labor Action Movement is changing its tactics for the 2018-2019 school year.
(From left to right) Ben Zinevich, Rose Asaf, Leen Dweik and Bayan Abubakr.

Student Senators Take Another Shot At Board of Trustees Transparency

After resolutions for student and faculty representation on the board were rejected in July, Student Senators are proposing a new way to increase transparency.
Victor Porcelli, Deputy News Editor September 13, 2018
After resolutions for student and faculty representation on the board were rejected in July, Student Senators are proposing a new way to increase transparency.