University News
Education Department to investigate NYU for ‘illegal’ DEI partnership
The university is one of 52 schools under fire by the Trump administration for partnering with a nonprofit focused on increasing diversity in Ph.D. business programs.
Hochul expands AI initiative to support researchers at NYU, other state universities
The collaboration between seven universities across New York state grants educational institutions access to technologies usually exclusive to large corporations.
Students and staff package 1,800 pounds of medical supplies for under-resourced countries
A recurring part of the “NYU in Dialogue” initiative, the service opportunity works with a New York City nonprofit to disperse discarded medical supplies to countries facing humanitarian crises.
Sony launches $7.5 million partnership with Steinhardt
The new Sony Audio Institute will offer state-of-the-art equipment, networking opportunities and new research initiatives for Music Technology and Music Business majors.
Students demand committee to investigate racial injustice at NYU
A student government proposal cites over 100 U.S. universities with “reparations committees” dedicated to addressing institutional racism — NYU not among them.
Animals and AI could have a human-like conscience, NYU study finds
Researchers unveiled new methods for measuring markers of animal consciousness as part of NYU’s $6 million Center for Mind, Ethics and Policy.
‘Better than most’: NYU receives B grade on antisemitism report
The Anti-Defamation League commended the university for “the actions and policies implemented” by NYU leadership “to combat antisemitism” and mitigate pro-Palestinian protest.
Hundreds protest ICE detainment of Mahmoud Khalil in Washington Square Park
The group rallied in Garibaldi Plaza before marching to city hall, where at least 20 protesters were arrested condemning the arrest of a Columbia University graduate and pro-Palestinian activist.
NYU not named on Trump’s list of colleges facing antisemitism penalties
The U.S. Department of Education sent letters to 60 colleges to be investigated, including almost all universities targeted by the Trump administration’s task force against antisemitism — with NYU one of just three exceptions.
NYU Shanghai receives record number of applicants for class of 2029
The upward trend stands out against a national decline in student interests in studying abroad in China.
Students condemn NYU Langone’s silence on gender-affirming care
A conglomerate of LGBTQ+ organizations on campus rallied in Washington Square Park, calling for the university to bolster its support for transgender students.
NYU appoints Title VI coordinator as Trump cracks down on Columbia
The appointee, who served as a lawyer for the U.S. Department of Education, has previously drafted letters referencing complaints that alleged religious discrimination, disability discrimination and sexual harassment against the university.
