University Life
Editorial: NYU is stifling protest in an attempt to control its image
In a bid to keep pro-Palestinian protests at bay, NYU is putting up physical barriers to limit congregation, an attempt to keep student activism out of view — and out of headlines.
Opinion: NYU’s hypocritical attitude toward student activism isn’t new
As much as the university frames itself as a progressive institution, it continues to regress into actions that undermine social and political activism.
Opinion: NYU needs to give transfer students a better shot
With no guaranteed housing, limited financial aid and a lack of community, many transfer students are left feeling blue instead of violet.
Guest Essay: Club reimbursements render officers penniless and employees overworked
Sebastián A. Prats-Fernández is the co-president of the Puerto Rican Student Association.
Opinion: NYU must meet the demands of its RA union
Student Workers at NYU have been fighting for fairer conditions for resident assistants across the university. It’s time NYU listened.
A journey through my first year at NYU
A story of leaving home, coming “home” and returning home.
A guide to navigating protests on campus
With student demonstrations on the rise, WSN has put together a guide on how to navigate protests — whether you choose to participate, observe or not engage at all.
A love letter to New York City
Going to college in a big city may scare you. Don’t let it.
Opinion: NYU needs to remove the wall at Gould Plaza
The installation of wooden boarding in front of the plaza, which was set up hours after the first Gaza Solidarity Encampment on campus was swept by police, shines a spotlight on NYU’s weak commitments to activism and meeting student demands.
Guest Essay: Why NYU RAs are unionizing
Emma Burstein and Sasha DuBose are members of Students Workers At NYU.
Opinion: NYU needs better mental health services
Despite the increasing prevalence of mental health issues among the student body, the university’s resources lack personalized care, limit accessibility and respond inadequately to mental health crises.
Opinion: The case for closing NYU’s Tel Aviv site
In addition to disregarding humanitarian concerns, NYU’s continued operations in Israel contradict the university’s commitment to academic freedom and equality for all students.
