Alex Tran, Culture Editor
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Photo: Opinion: NYU needs to support its documented dreamers
October 21, 2022
Meet SE SO NEON: A band remaking the K-indie image
You might be wondering who SE SO NEON is. They don’t know yet either — but they’re coming to New York City on March 31 to figure it out.
Alex Tran, Culture Editor
• March 24, 2022
Q&A: Meet the guy behind the rose cart
The street florist who’s been selling roses outside of Bobst since September has much more to say than just “roses, roses.”
Alex Tran, Culture Editor
• February 22, 2022
‘School of Chocolate’ chef Daniel Corpuz brings Valentine’s pop-up to West Village
The youngest contestant on Netflix’s latest cooking show, “School of Chocolate,” shares his culinary journey, a cookie recipe and a special perk for NYU students this Valentine’s Day.
Alex Tran, Culture Editor
• February 8, 2022
Photo: Your guide to NYU’s Quick Stops
The Culture Desk and Ryan Kawahara
• February 7, 2022
Just another day: Lunar New Year at NYU
The unrelenting nature of being a student at NYU and resident of New York City can take the meaning out of most things in life. Lunar New Year is no exception.
Alex Tran, Culture Editor
• February 1, 2022
Sometimes, expensive gifts… are better
If you’re at NYU, there’s a decent chance that you know some rich people who helped get you here. Here are expensive gifts that are actually worth the money that you can ask them for.
Alexandra Chan, Alex Tey and Alex Tran
• December 10, 2021
I tried every dollar pizza store around campus
In celebration of National Pizza Month, I visited every dollar pizza store around NYU’s campuses in Brooklyn and Manhattan.
Alex Tran, Deputy Culture Editor
• October 28, 2021
The Feast of San Gennaro bodes ill for Little Italy
The shocking number of piña colada stations at the Feast of San Gennaro 2021 may reflect more than just a dying tradition.
Alex Tran, Deputy Culture Editor
• September 21, 2021
The culture editors’ guide to on-campus etiquette
From the L Train to L Train Vintage, we’ve got you covered.
Alex Tran, Sabrina Choudhary and Joey Hung
• August 30, 2021
Photo: Bo Burnham surprises fans with upcoming Netflix special
Caitlin Hsu, Under the Arch Managing Editor
• April 29, 2021
Photo: ‘Another Round’ review: An intoxicating film about drinking to find meaning
Sophia Carr, Staff Writer
• April 22, 2021
Photo: ‘Tom and Jerry’ review: A lifeless attempt at updating the classic tale of cat and mouse
Saige Gipson, Contributing Writer
• April 1, 2021
Photo: ‘Onward’: an Almost Satisfying Journey
Isabella Armus, Staff Writer
• April 7, 2020
Photo: Childish Gambino’s Latest Is A Full-Blown Disaster
March 24, 2020
Photo: An NYU Student’s Guide to Hangover Cures
March 10, 2020
Photo: Lower East Side’s Secret Hideout: Wildair Wine Bar
March 10, 2020
Photo: 5 Under 5: Eat for $5 or Less Around Campus
March 8, 2020
Photo: NYU Offers Students Abroad Remote Classes
March 4, 2020
Photo: Does ‘Moulin Rouge!’ Deserve to Be on Broadway?
March 4, 2020
Photo: Get by Without by Chloe: The Best Vegan Foods
March 4, 2020
Photo: King Krule Falls Into Space on the Subway
Alexandra Bentzien, Staff Writer
• March 2, 2020
Photo: Grimes’ ‘Miss Anthropocene’ Declares Oblivion
February 26, 2020
Photo: SGA Chairperson Hosts Town Hall on Food Insecurity
February 26, 2020
Photo: NYU Raising Tuition Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
June 25, 2020
Photo: NYU Students Exhibit School Pride Through All-University Games
Kevin Ryu, Staff Writer
• February 24, 2020
Photo: ‘The Slow Rush’ Is Tame Impala’s Most Introspective Album to Date
Ana Cubas, Contributing Writer
• February 18, 2020
Photo: The World Beyond Manhattan
February 18, 2020
Photo: Students Can Now Add Pronouns on Albert
February 12, 2020
Photo: Four Unique Valentine’s Day Gifts to Surprise Your Loved Ones
February 13, 2020
Photo: Trendy Italian Restaurant Puts Style Over Substance
February 12, 2020
Photo: From Student to Gucci Runway Model in Just a Few Months
February 9, 2020
Photo: Cash is Back!
February 3, 2020
Photo: Chicky Chicky or Icky Chicky?
Ria Mittal, Contributing Writer
• February 3, 2020
Five Ways to Give Back in New York Over Thanksgiving
Take a break from arguing with your family and spread some cheer in New York this holiday season.
Alex Tran, Contributing Writer
• November 27, 2019
How to Pull an All-Nighter at Bobst, and Eat Too
Spending a night at Bobst can be less horrible when you learn how to finesse food and drinks.
Alex Tran, Contributing Writer
• November 26, 2019
Save Yourself Roommate Horror Stories With Bed-for-Bed
Can’t put up with your roomies? Bed-for-Bed might be the solution.
Alex Tran, Contributing Writer
• November 4, 2019
Students Share Secrets Behind their Shiny Jewelry
What stories lie behind these students’ favorite accessories?
Alex Tran, Contributing Writer
• October 30, 2019
The Plusses and Pitfalls of Being Your Own Barber
NYU students talk about their experiences doing their hair on campus.
Alex Tran, Contributing Writer
• October 23, 2019
The Favorite Campus Food Stops for NYU Faculty
Because professors need to eat too.
Alex Tran, Contributing Writer
• October 15, 2019
High School Romances That Defied All Odds
These high school sweethearts have miraculously stayed together through their time at NYU.
Alex Tran, Contributing Writer
• October 1, 2019
Wall-Punching and Puke: Roommate Worst Nightmares
With 26,000 undergraduates, students are bound to experience at least one roommate horror story in their time here. Enjoy these particularly harrowing examples.
Alex Tran, Contributing Writer
• September 30, 2019
Authentic Korean Cuisine Near NYU
Experience a variety of authentic Korean food with these five restaurants.
Alex Tran, Contributing Writer
• September 16, 2019
Worth the Investment? The Hidden Payoffs of High Fashion
From confidence to conservation, your first luxury purchase can reflect your values in a way that’s worth the investment.
Alex Tran, Contributing Writer
• September 11, 2019
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