University News
How Trump’s administration could cut NYU’s research funding
The president-elect has previously proposed billions in budget reductions to health and science-related research.
‘Cackling, sneers and jeers’: College Democrats and Republicans squabble on the debate floor
At the debate, student representatives from both clubs spoke on foreign affairs, gun control policy and voter ID laws.
New York Senate’s fight to ban legacy-based admissions
The bill comes after a decline in diversity at top universities following a nationwide ban on affirmative action.
An interview with Tandon’s new dean
Juan de Pablo, who was appointed as Tandon’s head earlier this year, spoke with WSN about his plans for the future of the school.
What Trump’s reelection could mean for NYU
A look into how the president-elect’s second term will potentially stifle student loans, reduce financial aid and limit federal research funding.
Researchers create 3D tumor model to study metastatic cancer
The model, called 3MIC, allows scientists to examine crevasses of tumor tissues that were previously inaccessible.
Tisch begins search for new dean
The new search committee will hold listening sessions with NYU community members to outline expectations for Allyson Green’s successor.
Students citywide protest property tax breaks for NYU, Columbia
City politicians joined students to advocate for a bill that would redirect $321 million from the universities’ annual tax cuts to fund public institutions.
TAs to receive compensation for attending lectures
NYU owes hundreds of student workers from the last four semesters additional payments, with many missing over $1,000 in back pay.
Student gov’t on upholding ‘mutual respect’ on campus post-election
In a statement, the Student Government Assembly directed students to upcoming events where they can “actively engage in the civic process” following the election.
NYU Langone holds nation’s lowest heart attack mortality rate
Directors at the medical center said NYU Langone Health took a holistic approach to cardiology care to achieve its 7.7% mortality rate for heart attack patients.
Admins talk Trump win at University Senate, while students protest NYU ties to Israel
As members of NYU’s administration discussed how Donald Trump’s victory could impact higher education, dozens of pro-Palestinian students protested the university’s ties to Israel amid the ongoing war in Gaza.
