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![An illustration of a megaphone with a red handle. Written in orange on the megaphone are the words “Staff Rants.”](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Untitled_Artwork-29-900x900.png)
Staff Rants: Coronavirus
From the loss of indoor seating to general annoyance, our staff has a lot to say about the coronavirus.
Helen Wajda, Jake Capriotti, Emily Dai and Nicole Chiarella
• September 2, 2020
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Transfers’ Journal
A collection of short narratives that give an insight into the lives of transfer students, discussing the concepts of transferring from another university or another school within NYU, where it is often difficult to situate in.
Ashley Wu, Brooke LaMantia, Jake Capriotti, Kylie Smith, Rebekah Nelson and Tricia Phillips
• May 7, 2020
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Staff Rants: Books
From John Green to “Little House on the Prairie” — here’s our staff’s takes on books.
Jake Capriotti, Arvind Sriram, Helen Wajda and Alexandra Chan
• April 29, 2020
![A student prepares for another week of online classes. As Zoom has become the new platform for online classes, students continue to struggle with the lack of a classroom environment. (Staff Photo by Jake Capriotti)](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/IMG_2229-900x595.jpg)
Photo: Online Classes Find Difficulties in Engagement
April 26, 2020
![The Tonight Show starring Jimmy Fallon is a highly sought after internship by NYU students. The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic is reshaping the way students are looking for summer internships. (Staff Photo by Jake Capriotti)](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/DSC_1273-900x600.jpg)
Photo: The Uncertain Future of Summer Internships
April 26, 2020
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Staff Rants: Drinks
From milk to kombucha — here’s our staff’s hot takes on drinks.
Helen Wajda, Jun Sung, Jake Capriotti, Arvind Sriram, Sasha Cohen, Kim Rice, Paul Kim and Gabby Lozano
• April 23, 2020
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Staff Rants and Raves: Movies
From Lizzie McGuire to Lady Bird — here’s what our staff thinks about movies.
Anna-Dmitry Muratova, Helen Wajda, Jake Capriotti, Gabby Lozano and Emily Dai
• April 15, 2020
![Its title can be deceiving. 5 Seconds of Summer dropped their latest studio album last Friday. (Staff Illustration by Jake Capriotti)](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/5SOS-900x506.jpg)
Photo: 5 Seconds of Summer’s “CALM” Is Anything But
April 1, 2020
![On Sunday, New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo extended New York State On PAUSE, a policy mandating non-essential workers remain at home until at least April 15. Small business owners wonder about the future of their livelihoods and many are concerned about the strain on their income. (Staff Photo by Jake Capriotti)](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/DSC_0836-900x600.jpg)
Photo: New Yorkers Reflect on the PAUSE
March 29, 2020
![During the COVID-19 pandemic, many institutions including NYU, have turned to Zoom, the video conferencing platform for the transition to online learning. Zoom’s suspicious privacy policies have come under scrutiny. (Staff Photo by Jake Capriotti)](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/IMG_2002-900x675.jpeg)
Photo: Zoom Updates Privacy Policy After Criticism
April 2, 2020
![Staff Rants and Raves: Self-Quarantine](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/staffrantshorizontal-900x471.jpg)
Staff Rants and Raves: Self-Quarantine
Here’s our staff’s struggles and joys while in isolation.
Jake Capriotti, Helen Wajda, Vanessa Handy, Gabby Lozano and Anna-Dmitry Muratova
• March 25, 2020
![A student packs up their belongings in Clark Hall, a residence hall in Brooklyn Heights. NYU dorm halls are reportedly to be used to remedy hospital bed shortages. (Staff Photo by Jake Capriotti)](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/IMG_1907-900x675.jpg)
Photo: NYU Dorms May House Coronavirus Patients
March 18, 2020
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Staff Rants: Online Classes
NYU students have been taking classes online since Wednesday, March 11. Hear our staff’s experiences on the situation.
Helen Wajda, Kim Rice, Gabby Lozano, Jake Capriotti, Arvind Sriram, Jun Sung and Alexandra Chan
• March 12, 2020
![The NYC skyline is one of the many recognizable icons of the city. Mayor Bill de Blasio stated today that NYC will not go under quarantine in response to rumors floating around amidst increasing COVID-19 cases in the city. (Staff Photo by Jake Capriotti)](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/DSC_1041-900x600.jpg)
Photo: Despite Rumors, New York City Will Not Be Quarantined
March 12, 2020
![The Richard Rodgers Theater on Broadway hosts the award-winning musical Hamilton created by Lin-Manuel Miranda. Since a Broadway usher has reported testing positive for COVID-19, Broadway is now shutting down.(Staff Photo by Jake Capriotti)](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/DSC_3272-900x600.jpg)
Photo: Coronavirus Closes the Curtains on Broadway
March 12, 2020
![Gallatin senior Lily Hitelman and CAS junior Alexandra Daley are co-captains of the NYU equestrian team. The team had four riders qualify for their regionals. (Staff Photo by Jake Capriotti)](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/DSC_4591-900x600.jpg)
Photo: Yes, NYU Has an Equestrian Team
March 8, 2020
![The Fried Chicken Sandwich and Phat See Eiw are both served by Uncle Boons. This new Asian-fusion restaurant is located in Little Italy. (Photo by Ria Mittal)](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/IMG_0336-900x675.jpg)
Photo: Doesn’t Get Finer Than Thai Diner
March 2, 2020
![Tandon senior Riley Demps dribbles the ball, looking for a chance to pass during practice. The men's basketball team ended a tough but rewarding season. (Staff Photo by Jake Capriotti)](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/DSC_3469-900x600.jpg)
Photo: NYU Men’s Basketball's Disappointing End
March 2, 2020
![The famous Washington Square Park arch is a must-see sight on NYU’s no-wall campus. Not walking under it has also been the one tradition the university shares for years. (Staff photo by Jake Capriotti)](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/IMG_1383-2-900x660.jpeg)
Photo: Walking Under the Arch: Fact or Fiction?
February 24, 2020
![Marriage is a central theme in the Canadian singer’s newest album. However, despite promising an epic project to fans, Bieber’s “Changes” falls short of expectations.
(Staff Photo by Jake Capriotti)](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/changes_capriotti-900x600.jpg)
Photo: Justin Bieber Reached His Apex, It’s Not ‘Changes’
February 24, 2020
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Staff Rants: TV Shows
We’ve all binged a show, even though we know we shouldn’t. Here’s what our staff has to say about the Golden Age of TV — or so they say.
Jake Capriotti, Arvind Sriram, Helen Wajda, Kim Rice, Gabby Lozano and Emily Dai
• February 21, 2020
![Liberal Studies sophomore Victoria Abraham runs an Instagram page called @fat_fab_feminist. She aims to encourage the acceptance of all body types. (Staff Photo by Jake Capriotti)](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/DSC_2954-900x600.jpg)
Photo: Meet the LS Sophomore Calling For Fat Liberation
February 18, 2020
![Now in their 30th year, Mercer St. Books & Records carries new and used books, as well as LPs. Local bookstores like this one are small businesses that are often overlooked in the city. (Staff Photo by Jake Capriotti)](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/DSC_2935-900x600.jpg)
Photo: Support Your OG Bookstores
February 18, 2020
![Mokyo, an Asian-fusion restaurant, is located along St. Marks Place. Though its storefront may seem plain, the dishes Mokyo offers are anything but. (Staff Photo by Jake Capriotti)](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/DSC_2872-900x600.jpg)
Photo: Make Way for Mokyo: Asian-Fusion Tapas to Die For
February 18, 2020
![The lights of the Apple Store illuminate 5th Avenue. The trillion-dollar company is being sued by an NYU Langone Cardiologist. (Staff Photo by Jake Capriotti)](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/DSC_0848-900x600.jpg)
Photo: NYU Cardiologist Sues Apple Over Patent Infringement
February 13, 2020
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Staff Rants and Raves: Oscars
Sunday’s Oscars was a historic night for film. Here’s what our staff has to say about it.
Jake Capriotti, Kim Rice, Divya Nelakonda, Emily Dai, Gabby Lozano, Helen Wajda, Vanessa Handy, Mandie Montes and Abby Hofstetter
• February 12, 2020
![A student walks to school with a sinister plot against their teacher. The Dardenne brothers' film “Young Ahmed” was the recipient of the Best Director at the Cannes Film Festival. (Staff Photo by Jake Capriotti)](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/ahmedmovie-900x600.jpg)
Photo: Extremism Burns Slowly in the Mind of ‘Young Ahmed’
February 10, 2020
![Protestors march down 5th Avenue in response to the State of the Union and the Senate Acquittal of President Trump. (Staff photo by Jake Capriotti)](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/chickyblackpoint-900x600.jpg)
Photo: Senate Acquittal of President Trump Spurs Protest
February 6, 2020
![The Emmy-nominated comedy aired its series finale on January 30. (Staff illustration by Jake Capriotti)](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/goodplace_capriotti-900x506.jpg)
Photo: ‘The Good Place’ Walks Through the Final Door
February 3, 2020
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Staff Rants and Raves: Back to School
The first week of courses always fills people with mixed emotions. Here are our staff’s takes on the subject.
Kim Rice, Alexandra Chan, Jake Capriotti, Helen Wajda, Sasha Cohen, Ethan Zack, Asha Ramachandran, Gabby Lozano and Abby Hofstetter
• January 30, 2020
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