Mina Mohammadi, Deputy News Editor
The NYPD’s Increased Presence at NYU
Some students have noticed an increased NYPD presence on campus, with many questioning NYU’s relationship with the police.
Quarantined NYU Students Served Inadequate Meals
Out-of-state NYU students have found themselves with a lack of quality food in the school’s 14-day mandatory quarantine.
Student-Led Task Force Calls for Black Housing on Campus
As Black Lives Matter protests occur across the country, some Black students say racism is pervasive at NYU, especially in university housing. A group of Black students want to change that.
Senior Associate VP for Student Affairs Tom Ellett Responds to Reports of Mistreatment, Exploitation and Lack of Transparency by Former RAs
As he departs in his capacity of overseeing the university's Residential Assistants, WSN spoke with Senior Associate VP Tom Ellet, as well as former RAs, about their complaints regarding the position.
Senior Associate VP for Student Affairs Tom Ellett Departs NYU After 19 Years
Ellett is retiring from NYU and joining Quinnipiac University as their Chief Student Experience Officer.
NYU College of Dentistry Rejects Pass/Fail
NYU Dentistry students say that the decision supports cheating and illegitimate grades.
To Drive a Car
A poem set in the summer, looking outward at the socioeconomic status of a Middle Eastern city.
NYU Acceptance Rate Drops to 15% for the Class of 2024
The Class of 2024 will be the most selective and diverse in the University’s history.
NYU Nursing Students Respond to Pandemic
NYU nursing students reflect on their field of study and future plans as Coronavirus consumes the nation’s attention.
Professor Avital Ronell to Teach a Course in Fall 2020
German and Comparative Literature Professor Avital Ronell, who was found guilty of sexually harassing her graduate advisee through a Title IX investigation, is returning to campus to teach a graduate course for Fall 2020.
Housing Representatives Demand Answers from University
The NYU Inter-Residence Hall Council responded to University President Andrew Hamilton’s announcement closing all residence halls and the continuation of online classes until the end of the semester via an email on Monday, March 16.
Student Organizers Lead Rally in Support of Assange
International Youth and Students for Social Equality held a rally at the Kimmel steps on Tuesday, March 3 to press for the release of Julian Assange and Chelsea Manning from prison.
Black Muslim Initiative Hosts Milestone Conference
The Second Annual NYU Black Muslim Initiative Symposium highlighted the erasure of Black Muslims in Islamic history.
NYU Sued for Alleged Anti-Semitism, Students React
A Pro-Israel NYU alumna is suing the university for alleged violation of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, accusing NYU of harboring anti-semitism.
NYU Amnesty International Chapter Hosts Talk on Turkey
Hafza Girdap, spokesperson from Advocates of Silenced Turkey, came to NYU’s Amnesty International Chapter to speak on the criminalization of human rights activism.
Tandon Professor Elected to National Academy of Engineering
Tandon Distinguished Industry Professor Thomas L. Marzetta was elected to the National Academy of Engineering for his groundbreaking work in wireless technology and professorship.
Menstruation as a Human Right, NYU Talk Discusses Cultural Stigma
Columbia University lecturer explains the importance of open discussion regarding menstruation as a human right.
Frustration mounts as NYU students cancel Shanghai study abroad plans
NYU students who originally planned on studying abroad in Shanghai are changing their plans, but not without complications.
NYU Shanghai Parents Call for Student Exodus to NYC
NYU Shanghai delays the start of spring classes due to the fast spread of the coronavirus, but parents and students do not think it’s enough.
NYU Shanghai Criticized for Unlisted, Pro-Government Course
A course not available on Albert included pro-Chinese government propaganda.
Dorms Provide Free Menstrual Products, Three Years After Student Push
The student group NYU Students for Sexual Respect called for free menstrual products in 2016 — now, after coordinating with the Office of Student Affairs, it’s a reality on the Washington Square campus.
Underrepresented Students Demand Support From NYU
At a town hall for three underrepresented groups at NYU, attendees criticized the university for touting solidarity without taking action.
Staff Rants: Course Registration
We have no Staff Raves this week. Course registration is the worst.
Tandon Students Organize World’s Largest Cyber Security Competition
High school students from six different countries participated in the 17th annual Cyber Security Awareness Week games.
Graduate Students Protest NYU’s Continued Employment of Professor Who Sexually Harassed a Student
The protest was held outside of Bobst Library by NYU’s graduate student union, which has continued to demand that NYU fire German and comparative literature professor Avital Ronell.
Vaping Linked to Cancer in Mice, NYU Study Says
Conducted by researchers at NYU Langone, the study is the first to link vaping to cancer.
NYU Launches Program to Address Long Wait Times for Counseling
Called “While You Wait,” the program gives students the option to participate in group therapy if they have more than two weeks until their next appointment.
Students Outraged Over Palladium’s Failed Health Inspection
Many students are angry after Palladium Food Court received a C in a health inspection. It is the second dining hall to fail a health inspection in the past two years.
Counter-Terrorism Experts Warn of Human Rights Issues With Facial Recognition, Other Biometrics
Although biometrics, which uses a subject’s face or fingerprints to collect data or track them, can be helpful in combatting terrorism, experts say a lack of regulation could lead to discrimination and human rights abuses.
Tumblr Representative Talks Social Good With Sternies
NYU Net Impact, a club which promotes socially and environmentally conscious business practices, hosted Tumblr’s social impact manager.
