University Life

Opinion: NYU’s recent ad with AI art is an artistic failure
From copyright issues and energy consumption to loss of artistic value, the frivolous use of generative artificial intelligence violates several codes of ethics that NYU claims to follow.
Sam Kats, Deputy Copy Chief
• October 17, 2025

Opinion: NYU cares more about image than free speech
The university’s speedy response to restoring a Federalist Society panel shows that moral consistency takes a back seat to public relations.
Annika Wilewicz, Deputy Opinion Editor
• October 10, 2025

Editorial: Students deserve clarity from NYU leadership
Administrators’ memo about the government shutdown marked a rare moment of transparency, but more is required to support a civically engaged student body.
WSN Editorial Board
• October 3, 2025

Opinion: NYU uses renovations to suppress student speech
The university’s vague construction projects across public areas are an excuse to push out on-campus protest.
Grace Penny, Contributing Writer
• September 30, 2025

Opinion: Want to make NYU affordable? Fix NYC housing
By voting “yes” on the ballot this November, NYU students can help bring affordable living back to New York City.
Ethan Du, Contributing Writer
• September 25, 2025

Opinion: NYU is falling behind on free speech
Over 100 universities have already codified robust free speech protections — it’s time for NYU to do the same.
Serin Lee, Deputy Opinion Editor
• September 23, 2025

Opinion: Getting rid of the MetroCard is a loss for accessibility in NYC
As New York City goes tap-only, the city risks leaving behind the people who benefit from its transit system daily.
Elena Meves, Contributing Writer
• September 22, 2025

Opinion: Last week’s threat warned us to not rely on administrators
In the wake of a potential emergency, students were left to refer to bootleg screenshots and Instagram reposts.
Angela Dong, Contributing Writer
• September 19, 2025

Opinion: NYU students are targets for public debates — it’s time to disengage
The insidious underpinnings of this viral content destroy earnest and productive political discourse.
Grace Carmody, Contributing Writer
• September 18, 2025

Opinion: Stop scrolling, before your attention span is worse than that of a goldfish
From Bobst Library to the classroom, attention spans are collapsing. Phone-free policies may help, but NYU students need more than a locked phone to learn — or care.
Annika Wilewicz, Deputy Opinion Editor
• September 17, 2025

Opinion: It’s time for dining halls to beef up their meat-free options
As a leading institution in environmental sustainability, phasing out red meat could cut NYU’s food-related greenhouse gas emissions by nearly 50% while promoting healthier eating habits.
Serin Lee, Deputy Opinion Editor
• September 4, 2025

Guest Essay: What would you have us do instead?
Hamza Mankor is a JD-Ph.D. student at the NYU School of Law.
Hamza Mankor, Guest Contributor
• May 14, 2025

Eva Mundo, Deputy News Editor • October 17, 2025

Kaitlyn Sze Tu, Deputy News Editor • October 17, 2025

Yuuki Lubin, Staff Writer • October 17, 2025


Leo Field, Ellie DaSilva, Angela Dong, Shreeya Goyal, Rhea Kohli and Ellie Miller • October 17, 2025