Sabrina Choudhary, Deputy Managing Editor
Review: ‘The Trojan Women’ is a Native American Greek tragedy
AMERINDA’s adaptation of Euripides’ classic play centers the strength and resilience of Indigenous women in the face of colonization. Performances run until May 15 at Theater for the New City.
Ranked: Quintessential NYU experiences
Because they do exist!
Off-Third: Stop gerrymandering, Insomnia Cookies
Insomnia Cookies’ delivery map is out of control. We need to establish order… for our dessert orders.
Ranked: Bad movies
Please take a moment of silence for Twilight. Gone from Netflix but never forgotten.
Locked out: a multi-factor authentication nightmare
Every aspect of college life these days hinges on my phone. Guess what happened when I lost it?
Ranked: NYU meme pages
Don’t let your memes be dreams <3
Bloc Collective is cool, but it’s not the next White Claw
The new canned cocktail brand connects consumers to events in their cities through QR codes on the cans. However, Bloc Collective’s impressive taste is likely too pricey for college consumers.
Review: ‘The Sex Lives of College Girls’ is a refreshing look at… well, that
But I do feel personally attacked.
The parties, drugs and porn of 33 Union Square West
Andy Warhol: pop artist, filmmaker and apparently, baller.
Ranked: Hard seltzers
Because there’s more out there than White Claw.
Ranked: NYU Returns’ COVID emails
Ranked by entertainment value, not usefulness.
Listen to this: 8 years since his last album, Stromae returns with new music
Read about the most notable singles this week by Snail Mail, Julia Michaels and more.
Ranked: Places to cry in NYC
No, this isn’t a cry for help (yet), but thanks for your concern!
What are NYU’s land acknowledgments worth?
These statements are essential when done right, but they are only the beginning of NYU’s obligations to Indigenous people.
Ranked: NYU classroom buildings
Being classist toward classes.
Ambo’s Indian food balances authenticity and accessibility
The counter-serve restaurant on 55C East Eighth Street offers convenient, affordable and delicious Indian food to all.
We ranked every Manhattan Trader Joe’s so you don’t have to
We’re putting in the work, so you don’t have to, starting with groceries. All the Trader Joe’s in Manhattan ranked from best to worst.
Hurricane Ida leaves commuter students at the mercy of the elements
On the eve of the first day of classes, the fallout of Hurricane Ida created a public transit nightmare that left students stranded.
Do you really live in New York if you haven’t eaten at a halal cart?
My first year on campus revolved around late-night outings to Union Square halal carts. Now it’s time for all new students to follow their hearts through their stomachs.
The culture editors’ guide to on-campus etiquette
From the L Train to L Train Vintage, we’ve got you covered.
‘Saree Not Sorry’ podcast critiques South Asian media representation
First-years Shreya Mathur and Medha Gupta discuss their goals for their new podcast “Saree Not Sorry,” which explores South Asian representation in mainstream media. This is the fifth and final article in Sabrina Choudhary’s series documenting Asian and Pacific Islander students’ experiences with race at NYU.
API students are done with NYU’s performative support
Asian and Pacific Islander students say that NYU’s verbal support is meaningless without action, and they warn that their performativity problem will only grow worse. This article is the fourth in Sabrina Choudhary’s series documenting API students’ experiences with race at NYU.
API students wrestle with whether they are Asian enough
Pandemic-related hate and the response of the Stop AAPI Hate movement have made some students question whether they count as API. This article is the third in Sabrina Choudhary’s series documenting Asian and Pacific Islander students’ experiences with race at NYU.
‘So f-cking racist, it’s not even funny’: API students are frustrated with microaggressions from professors
Asian Pacific Islander students dealt with everyday microaggressions from professors long before pandemic-related hate. This article is the second in Sabrina Choudhary’s series documenting API students’ experiences with race at NYU.
Asian students ‘terrified’ by surge in New York City hate crimes
Asian students share stories of the pandemic-related racism and fear they’ve experienced in New York City. This article is the first in Sabrina Choudhary’s series documenting Asian Pacific Islander students’ experiences with race at NYU.
Finding ways to connect with nature while living in a concrete jungle
As Earth Day approaches, a Vermont native reflects on how Manhattan’s surprising natural beauty has kept her going through the pandemic.
How Sweet Pickle Books keeps the Lower East Side’s legacy alive
Selling “used books, new pickles,” Leigh Altshuler’s one-woman shop pays homage to the history of the Lower East Side.
Keeping faith: what community means in remote religious services
Students have found new ways to connect with their faith and their communities during a year of remote religious services.
The importance of being “Indian-ish”
Food is part of anyone’s identity. Through Indian cooking, I embrace mine.
A good cake is hard to find: R.I.P., Sweet Corner Bakeshop
After Sweet Corner Bakeshop in the West Village closed permanently on July 10, 2020, I realized how much I would miss their cakes. They had the best cakes in New York City.
Culture Desk Staff: The Traditions That Keep Us Grounded
It’s been almost a year since the start of the pandemic in the U.S., and life has been the same ever since. Check out the traditions our staff writers follow to keep themselves sane, especially over Zoom University.
Yoga Adjusts to a Virtual Reality
Students try to find some balance as the Global Center for Academic and Spiritual Life programs, including yoga and meditation classes, shift to Zoom.
This Instagram Account Wants You to Open the F-ck Up!
Tackling insecurities, white privilege, and more, meet a creator of New York’s latest social experiment.
Walking Under the Arch: Fact or Fiction?
Walk under the arch if you dare.
The World Beyond Manhattan
Students talk about reasons to step out of your comfort zone and visit the outer boroughs.
Cash is Back!
New York joins the growing list of U.S. cities that have banned cashless businesses.
Finding the Perfect Cup: Tea Houses Near Campus for Every Occasion
From relaxed study sessions to cozy afternoons with friends, tea houses around campus have your back this winter.
Traveling for a Taste of Home: Students Say Authentic Groceries Often Require a Commute
Students are willing to brave buses and pay taxi fares in pursuit of traditional ingredients.
Bread Club Plans to Unite Students Through Common Grain
Let’s get this bread — together.
For Dorm Fish Parents, Emotional Connections Are Worth the Time Investment
Forbidden 40-gallon tanks, fish babies and separation anxiety — NYU fish parents are more passionate than you might expect.
Option Paralysis at the Union Square Greenmarket? We’ve Got You Covered
From flowers to ostrich eggs, it’s worth the crowds.
Dining Hall Inclusivity Has Its Limits
For those with dietary restrictions, there’s still work to be done.
Your Dorm Walls are Your Canvas
Hey NYU, welcome to my crib.
