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First-Wave Feminism

First-Wave Feminism

Sophie Fay Shaw, Staff Writer April 21, 2016

Looking at the below-the-knee hemlines, drop-waist shifts and cloche hats of the 1920s from a modern perspective, the styles may seem conservative and antiquated....

Steinhardt senior Kaitlin Gu was one of the two NYU students who helped start the project.

Watch Out, Tech World — NYU Students Launch All-Women Hackathon

Polina Buchak, Video Editor April 20, 2016
NYU students organized the Flawless Hacks hackathon to support women coders.
End Gender Barriers for Male Teachers

End Gender Barriers for Male Teachers

Shiva Darshan, Staff Writer April 20, 2016
Fighting the outmoded stereotypes about male teachers will improve education for all students.
Divestment is Part of Larger NYU Battle

Divestment is Part of Larger NYU Battle

WSN Editorial Board April 20, 2016
In the struggle for a more responsible administration, divestment activists and the rest of the NYU community are united.
Updates on IEC, SLAM, and Divest movements and their post-Spring/Summer developments.

Divest Occupation Ends Amidst Threat of Suspension

Lexi Faunce, News Editor April 19, 2016
Members of NYU Divest ended their 33-hour occupation of a Bobst elevator after administrators threatened to suspend them if they stayed past 5 p.m.
Letter to the Editor: Pros of Going Meat-Free

Letter to the Editor: Pros of Going Meat-Free

Daniella Azoulay April 19, 2016
The new government health guidelines failed to address one of the most prevalent source of greenhouse gas and health issues: meat.
Freshman softball player Diana King has been leading her team up at bat this season, and is also doing extremely well pitching.

Inside the Numbers: Diana King

Michael Thompson, Sports Editor April 19, 2016
With the final month of the softball season underway, freshman Diana King leads the way as the team's offensive spark.
Taking Action: The Syrian Refugee Issue

Taking Action: The Syrian Refugee Issue

Marita Vlachou, Special Editions Director April 18, 2016

The UN Refugee Agency reported that over 4,837,208 refugees have been affected by the violence in Syria. Every day we read stories about Syrian citizens having to flee their homes,...

During the rally in Washington Square Park on April 16, CAS professor Colette Mazzucelli and her students created an installation of placards and candles.

Art Makes its Mark in Times of Crisis

Nina Jang, Deputy Digital Director April 18, 2016
A look at how NYU students and faculty use visual arts to raise awareness about the Syrian Refugee Crisis.

What You Need to Know About the Syrian Refugee Crisis

Lexi Faunce, News Editor April 18, 2016
Your guide to the Syrian Refugee Crisis.
The Ethical Case for an Open Heart

The Ethical Case for an Open Heart

Richard Shu, Opinion Editor April 18, 2016
Opinion editor Richard Shu argues that the West has the duty to accept more Syrian refugees.

NYU Students Stand in Solidarity With Syrian Refugees

Hannah Shulman, Multimedia Editor April 18, 2016
Students planned a rally in support of Syrian Refugees in Washington Square Park on April 15 as part of NYU's Syrian Refugee Awareness Week.