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5 soups to help you combat the winter cold
It’s 15 degrees out, and we’re all freezing. Treat yourself to some much-needed warmth in soup form.
Chinara Dorancy, Contributing Writer
• January 24, 2025
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Wrap up your semester in style with these final exam fits
Choose between sweats for comfort or a dress for confidence to wrap up your semester in style.
Chinara Dorancy, Contributing Writer
• December 5, 2024
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For this NYU student, pastry is power
Steinhardt junior Sara Hunt is carving her own path in the food industry — all while paying for school and overcoming personal challenges along the way.
Chinara Dorancy, Contributing Writer
• November 14, 2024
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5 must-have going-out tops for any weekend plan
Here is the ultimate guide to ensure you're dressed to impress.
Chinara Dorancy, Contributing Writer
• October 29, 2024
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Gatekept NYU courses to enroll in this fall
If you’re lucky enough to take extra electives, take advantage of these unique courses.
Chinara Dorancy, Contributing Writer
• April 16, 2024
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Raise a pint at McSorley’s Old Ale House this St. Patrick’s Day
Celebrate and travel back in time at the oldest Irish pub in New York City.
Chinara Dorancy, Contributing Writer
• March 15, 2024
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Tired of your go-to coffee shop? Try one of these unique cafes instead
Whether you’re looking to play video games or pet cats, there’s an experience for everyone to enjoy with their coffee.
Chinara Dorancy, Contributing Writer
• March 1, 2024
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Feast at these 5 iconic Black-owned eateries in honor of Black History Month
From the delicious spices of Ethiopian cuisine to the comforting bites of soul food, these Black-owned restaurants are fitting for a culinary celebration of Black history.
Chinara Dorancy, Contributing Writer
• February 27, 2024
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5 cute and casual on-campus date ideas
It can be challenging for students to squeeze in time to see potential partners, but with these five date ideas, you can spend quality time not far from the square.
Chinara Dorancy, Contributing Writer
• February 13, 2024
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The trendiest winter coats to brace New York City winter
With these trendy coats, you can conquer the New York City cold in style.
Chinara Dorancy, Contributing Writer
• January 25, 2024
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Exercise evolution: the unique ways students stay active
Exercising can be much more than going to the gym. Here’s how three NYU students exercise both their body and brain beyond 404 Fitness.
Chinara Dorancy, Contributing Writer
• December 5, 2023
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Relationship roulette: Detecting the red and green flags at NYU
Dating at NYU is its own ball game. Our school color might be purple, but we all have our fair share of red and green flags.
Chinara Dorancy, Contributing Writer
• November 10, 2023
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Graylin Lucas, Contributing Writer • February 11, 2025
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Jake Christy, Contributing Writer • February 11, 2025
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Brian Sanchez, Contributing Writer • February 11, 2025
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Vaishnavi Girish, Contributing Writer • February 11, 2025
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Skylar Boilard, Staff Writer • February 11, 2025