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The Difference Between Gay-dar and Stereotyping

Riley Lopez, Contributing Writer October 2, 2017

Many straight people seem to think that they have good gay-dar. These assumptions, however, are often rooted in stereotypes. A man who acts effeminately is labeled as gay. A woman...

The Rainbow Arch

Ryan Mikel, Entertainment Editor October 2, 2017

Coming to NYU was a daunting move. We’re talking 6,000 plus incoming freshman in the class of 2020 — the largest to date in NYU history. Living in New York City was even more...

Take a look at some new ways to style hats this fall.

Hats Off: Fall Hat Styles

Christopher Collado, Staff Writer September 26, 2017
Top off your fall outfits with one of these classic hat styles.
Staff Writer Emily Fagel interviews a different student at NYUDC in her weekly 'NYUDC Political Portraits' column. This week features NYUSH senior Haider Ali, who is studying political science.

NYUDC Political Portraits: Lizbeth Pantoja

Emily Fagel, Staff Writer September 21, 2017
As a part of a her new series, Emily Fagel profiles one of the students studying at NYU's campus in D.C., focusing on diversity in political beliefs.
The Fashion Week Issue

The Fashion Week Issue

Sophie Shaw, Beauty & Style Editor September 18, 2017

Letter from the Editor Fashion photographer Bill Cunningham once said, “Fashion is the armor to survive everyday life.” During New York Fashion Week, reality embraces fantasy...


NYUCD is the College Democratic Chapter for NYU. They serve as a liberal voice pushing for change and a voice for the left.

College Democrats Form Task Forces

Sakshi Venkatraman, Contributing Writer September 18, 2017
The NYU College Democrats are abandoning their executive board system and are replacing it with several task forces.
Nicole Bell S/S 2018

Nicole Bell S/S 2018

Natalie Chinn, Contributing Writer September 14, 2017

Chic, confident and sexy – designer Nicole Bell knows what bold, 21st century women want their clothes to say. Her Spring/Summer 2018 collection, inspired by a recent visit...

A classic and easy way to take any outfit to the next level is to add fur.

Fall in Love with This Season’s Trends

Caroline Weinstein, Contributing Writer September 11, 2017
These five trends will keep you fashionable through fall.

Kyler James

Natasha Roy, Assistant Managing Editor September 11, 2017
Kyler the Wizard is one of the locals of Washington Square Park. He's the go-to-guy for all fortune telling and general wizardry.

Peter Chinman

Pamela Jew, Deputy Copy Chief September 11, 2017
Peter Chinman left his job to write poetry in parks full-time seven months ago.

BIRDMAN

Ryan Mikel, Entertainment Editor September 11, 2017
Paul the Pigeon Man has been part of Washington Square Park for 16 years.
Meet the Locals Issue

Meet the Locals Issue

Laura Shkouratoff and Rachel Buigas-Lopez, Creative Directors September 11, 2017
Take a closer look at the familiar faces in Washington Square Park, from the Birdman to the artist that covers the walkways with chalk.