University News
College of Dentistry Opens Center for Disabled
From wheelchair users who may have difficulty sitting in a dental chair to autistic patients that may require a calmer environment, the new center hopes to improve patients’ experiences.
Lachlan Hyatt, Staff Writer
• February 25, 2019
NYU to Offer New Journalism Minor
NYU’s journalism program announced that it will soon offer a minor in journalism, with tracks in print and online as well as broadcast and multimedia journalism.
Meghna Maharishi and Victor Porcelli
• February 22, 2019
More Action-Focused Language Improves Participation in STEM
A study which included 150 schools across all five boroughs found that female students’ interest in science increased when teachers used language that focuses on actions.
Bethany Allard, Staff Writer
• February 22, 2019
Startups Venture for Exposure at Annual NYU Showcase
Hundreds of members of the NYU community attended Thursday’s Venture Showcase, in which 41 of NYU’s top startups presented.
Akiva Thalheim, Social Media Editor
• February 22, 2019
Sexual Misconduct Support Group Created for Transgender, Gender Non-Conforming and Non-Binary Students
The group aims to ensure all students are aware of their rights and resources.
Jared Peraglia, Deputy News Editor
• February 22, 2019
NYU Law Initiative Provides Crucial Services to Non-U.S. Citizens
A program by NYU’s Law School seeks to give support and consultation to students facing issues related to their immigration status.
Belle Lu, Contributing Writer
• February 22, 2019
New Space for Black Students Opens for the Spring Semester
“I, Too, Am Divine,” a semester-long exhibition meant to celebrate black spiritualism through art and discussion launched this Tuesday.
Emily Mason, Staff Writer
• February 21, 2019
NYU to Lobby State Legislature for Increased Tuition Funding
The Office of Government Affairs continues to push legislatures to provide greater funding for students’ tuition, grants and more.
Alexandria Johnson, Staff Writer
• February 20, 2019
NYU Clarifies Disclaimer on Tuition Payment Timelines, Won’t Accelerate Payment Dates
In a statement to WSN, an administrator said that the Board of Trustees’ ability to alter the timeline of tuition fees would not be used to accelerate any students’ schedule.
Jesse Jimenez, Staff Writer
• February 20, 2019
A Year Later, Students Reflect on Downstein’s Racist Black History Month Meal
Aramark, responsible for a racist meal served at Downstein last year, is one of two food service providers bidding for a contract with the university.
Meghna Maharishi, News Editor
• February 20, 2019
HackNYU Emphasizes Sustainability, Inclusivity
Students across all three of NYU’s degree-granting campuses participated in a Hackathon with total prizes valued at over $28,000.
Akiva Thalheim, Social Media Editor
• February 19, 2019
Hedges Encourages Reflection on NYUAD
WSN spoke with formerly imprisoned U.K. academic Matthew Hedges and his wife Daniela Tejada over academic freedom in the UAE and at NYUAD.
Victor Porcelli and Meghna Maharishi
• February 19, 2019
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