Race
Opinion: The University of Kentucky incident indicates a much bigger racism problem.
A white student at the university attacked a Black student and called her the n-word almost 200 times. But the University of Kentucky isn’t the only place with this problem.
Payton Selby, Contributing Writer
• Nov 15, 2022
Opinion: Stop trying so hard to pronounce our names right
We’re just as embarrassed as you are when you pronounce our names wrong.
Aksha Mittapalli, Contributing Writer
• Oct 5, 2022
Opinion: NYU should drop its facade of Pacific Island inclusion
Despite housing the Asian/Pacific/American Institute and an associated major, NYU is failing to provide enough courses on Pacific Island Studies.
Derek Kamakanaaloha Soong, Identity & Equity Editor
• Sep 15, 2022
Opinion: Affirmative action is the best tool for increasing diversity
The Supreme Court will likely strike down affirmative action in October. But no alternative is as effective for increasing racial diversity at universities.
Matthew Franco, Contributing Writer
• Apr 28, 2022
Opinion: NYU’s publishing program needs to diversify
Representation matters in all avenues — including the professors and guest lecturers in the classroom.
Mika Chipana, Contributing Writer
• Apr 14, 2022
Opinion: Student gov’t statement supporting minority students falls flat, again
The Student Government Assembly's statement in support of NYU's Asian American and Pacific Islander population is a performative extension of support that lacks real action.
Jack Li, Contributing Writer
• Apr 4, 2022
Opinion: Anti-Asian hate crimes are not a reason to bolster policing
Asian American communities across the country are being targeted in anti-Asian hate crimes. While these communities deserve to feel safe, an increase in policing is not the answer.
Srishti Bungle, Opinion Editor
• Mar 10, 2022
Editorial: 6 Asian students were attacked on campus. Why did NYU take weeks to respond?
NYU’s response to attacks on Asian students on its campus has been extremely dismissive. The university must urgently address the safety concerns of Asian students.
WSN Editorial Board
• Mar 7, 2022
Editorial: New York Democrats failed to protect voting rights
New York Republicans launched a well-funded campaign to defeat voting rights ballot initiatives. Democrats did not respond with the same effort or coordination. As a result, barriers to electoral participation, particularly for young people, will be upheld.
WSN Editorial Board
• Nov 15, 2021
Opinion: NYU Langone failed by not designating Juneteenth as a holiday
Instead of offering employees an optional “Cultural Heritage Day” in place of Juneteenth, NYU Langone should do the right thing by acknowledging the historical significance of June 19.
Kevin Kurian, Opinion Editor
• Nov 8, 2021
Opinion: Kirsten Gillibrand needs to right the wrongs of her internship program
When it comes to her internship program, Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand is par for the course on the patronage, exploitation and corruption of Washington, D.C.
Zach Banks, Staff Writer
• Oct 21, 2021
Opinion: Why doesn’t NYU celebrate Latine workers’ and students’ contributions during Hispanic Heritage Month?
NYU would not be able to function without Latine staff and faculty. From servers in dining halls to administrative workers, the university relies on the Latine community and must do more to uplift it.
Lorraine Olaya, Copy Chief
• Oct 7, 2021
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Mick Gaw, Film & TV Editor • Mar 15, 2024
Ashley Simons, Contributing Writer • Mar 15, 2024
Dharma Niles, Deputy News Editor • Mar 12, 2024
Julia Diorio, Music Editor • Feb 20, 2024