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Letter to the Editor: ‘NYU Isn’t Representing Women in STEM’

A response from the dean of Tandon to a column about the school's efforts to promote gender equality and representation in STEM.
Jelena Kovačević, Contributing Writer December 29, 2018
A response from the dean of Tandon to a column about school pushes to promote gender equality in STEM.
What the Proponents of the BDS Resolution Don't Want You to Know

What the Proponents of the BDS Resolution Don’t Want You to Know

Among factual inaccuracies and unfair proceedings, the BDS resolution seems less like a push for responsible investments and more like an intended attack on Israel.
Gabe Hoffman, Contributing Writer December 13, 2018
Among factual inaccuracies and unfair proceedings, the BDS resolution seems less like a push for responsible investments and more like an intended attack on Israel.
‘We Will Not Settle for Crumbs’

‘We Will Not Settle for Crumbs’

The protests in Paris represent an energized new movement, but the movement itself must be careful of influence from the far-right.
Cole Stallone, Staff Writer December 5, 2018
The protests in Paris represent an energized new movement, but the movement itself must be careful of influence from the far-right.
What Do You Gain from Dismissing Popular Fiction?

What Do You Gain from Dismissing Popular Fiction?

Nothing, really. I’m talking to you, fellow English majors.
Sonali Mathur, Contributing Writer December 5, 2018

It seems like these days, every literature lover I come across manages to take some time out in his or her life to criticize Rupi Kaur’s line-breaks, John Green’s mysterious...

Standing Up Against Secretary of Education’s New Regulations

Standing Up Against Secretary of Education’s New Regulations

Students for Sexual Respect, Contributing Writer December 5, 2018

On Nov. 16, 2018, under the leadership of Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos, the United States Department of Education revealed its newly proposed regulations regarding schools’...

Your Greatest Asset in This Age Is Self-Nurturing

Your Greatest Asset in This Age Is Self-Nurturing

Columnist Cheyenne reminds women and non-binary people of color to uphold and nurture the love they have for themselves.
Cheyenne Porcher, Columnist December 4, 2018
Columnist Cheyenne reminds women and non-binary people of color to uphold and nurture the love they have for themselves.
NYU Isn’t Representing Women In STEM

NYU Isn’t Representing Women In STEM

The staggeringly low number of women in NYU’s STEM majors speaks to a bigger gender inequality problem at NYU.
Serena Vanchiro, Columnist December 3, 2018
The staggeringly low number of women in NYU’s STEM majors speaks to a bigger gender inequality problem at NYU.
Breaking Down the Core Experience

Breaking Down the Core Experience

NYU’s College Core Curriculum does not leave enough room for students to explore within and outside of their majors.
Viral Shanker, Deputy Copy Editor December 3, 2018
NYU’s College Core Curriculum does not leave enough room for students to explore within and outside of their majors.
A Semester in Review

A Semester in Review

The Editorial Board reflects on some of the most important NYU topics of the semester and our stances on them.
WSN Editorial Board December 3, 2018
The Editorial Board reflects on some of the most important NYU topics of the semester and our stances on them.
Asian Artists Should Be Free to Tell Their Stories

Asian Artists Should Be Free to Tell Their Stories

Asian musical theater artists have compelling stories to tell, and the demographic of theater-goers shouldn’t stop them.
Ash Ryoo, Columnist December 3, 2018
Asian musical theater artists have compelling stories to tell, and the demographic of theater-goers shouldn’t stop them.
You Can Stop Pretending You Don’t Like Romantic Comedies

You Can Stop Pretending You Don’t Like Romantic Comedies

The romantic comedy genre is full of fun, light-hearted films that provide insight into relationships. Let’s all finally allow ourselves to be happy, guilt-free viewers.
Sarah John, Contributing Writer December 3, 2018
The romantic comedy genre is full of fun, light-hearted films that provide insight into relationships. Let’s all finally allow ourselves to be happy, guilt-free viewers.
There’s No Excuse For Your Compliant Ignorance

There’s No Excuse For Your Compliant Ignorance

Staff writer Natasha reflects on why using a privileged background to excuse ignorance is unacceptable based on her personal experiences and privileges.
Natasha Jokic November 30, 2018
Staff writer Natasha reflects on why using a privileged background to excuse ignorance is unacceptable based on her personal experiences and privileges.