Tori Morales, Editor-at-Large
Books beyond Bobst: A science-fiction novel, a multifaceted memoir and more
Books beyond Bobst is a book-rec column highlighting what NYU students are reading now, outside of their classes. If you’re in need of a new read, look no further.
Nursing union accuses NYU Langone of understaffing
Even after a health department visit, short-staffing grievances continue to pile up as the hospital denies the union’s allegations.
NYU Grossman buys luxury apartment building for $210 million
The Grossman School of Medicine plans to use the facilities, located next to an existing NYU-system hospital in Kips Bay, for faculty and staff housing.
Abortions fully covered by NYU insurance starting this fall
NYU also plans to offer medicated abortion at its Student Health Center, and will stock emergency contraception at vending machines on campus.
Vigil at City Hall mourns disabled people killed by caretakers
The event sought to mark the Disability Day of Mourning and commemorate the lives of 198 disabled people killed by their caretakers.
Illegal weed stores to be evicted as part of Eric Adams crackdown
Mayor Eric Adams filed lawsuits against four establishments, including two that are blocks away from NYU’s campus, which were selling cannabis without licensing, the first step in what he called a “laser-focused” plan to protect New Yorkers.
NYU says it will ‘look at’ carrying abortion pill at health center
An FDA rule change may allow the university to provide medical abortion, a service students have long petitioned for.
Demonstrators march across Manhattan to protest Tyre Nichols killing
New Yorkers marched through the streets after Memphis authorities released footage of Nichols being fatally beaten by police.
Winter break recap: What happened at NYU while you were gone
The fibs of a Congressman, a former NYU administrator commits fraud, the new billion-dollar building, and all the other news you missed.
What’s inside NYU’s $1.2 billion Paulson Center
NYU’s largest building will begin to host classes on Jan. 23, over 16 years after the university unveiled plans for the massive construction project.
More guards, cameras at NYU dorms this year to curb intruders
After NYU president Andrew Hamilton ordered an investigation into security lapses at the university’s residence halls, new measures are being implemented to prevent intrusion incidents.
Ex-NYU finance director charged with embezzling millions
Cindy Tappe, who worked at NYU until 2018, stole millions of dollars by funneling money through shell companies. She now faces multiple felony charges.
The Soapbox: Saudi Arabian royalty, a planned German coup, Peru’s new president
The Soapbox is a weekly column by WSN’s news desk analyzing major developments in world news and rounding up the stories we think are worth the read this week. Global consciousness for a global university.
New School cuts pay for part-time faculty on strike
As part-time faculty at The New School begin their fourth week on the picket line, the university announced that it will no longer pay striking staff.
紐約華僑們團結抗議，國內抗議議題增廣
國內示威者表示對政府的不滿，引起世界各地華僑聲援抗議
纽约华侨们团结抗议，国内抗议议题增广
国内示威者表示对政府的不满，引起世界各地华侨声援抗议
Chinese students, diaspora rally in solidarity as protests in China broaden in scope
As protesters in China grow increasingly critical of the government, satellite protests around the world, including those in New York City, follow suit.
Man convicted of murder sues NYU after being denied Campus Safety job
A man who applied for a Campus Safety officer position at NYU is suing the university after he was not hired due to a nearly 50-year old murder conviction.
Sternies talk ‘anti-Stern bias’ at town hall
Stern’s dean of undergraduate studies addressed how the broader NYU community “looks down” upon the prestigious business school and its resources. “We’re better than the rest,” he said.
At Washington Square, dissidents support historic protests across China
Hundreds of protesters challenged the Chinese government’s strict COVID-19 lockdown policies during a protest in Washington Square Park, joining a global wave of demonstrations.
抗議者聚集華盛頓廣場，聲援中國國內歷史性抗議浪潮
兩百名抗議者表示達了中國新冠病毒防護措施的不满，加入了全球各地區抗議的行列。
抗议者聚集华盛顿广场，声援中国国内历史性抗议浪潮
两百名抗议者表达了中国新冠防疫措施的不满，加入了全球各地抗议的行列。
Intruder removed after entering Lafayette Hall
An intruder entered Lafayette Hall and interacted with students before being removed by police on Sunday evening, in the fourth dorm trespassing incident at NYU in two weeks.
The Soapbox: Qatar’s World Cup, Iranian intelligence, Russian wheat
The Soapbox is a weekly column by WSN’s news desk analyzing major developments in world news and rounding up the stories we think are worth the read this week. Global consciousness for a global university.
Strike upends classes at The New School
Part-time faculty at The New School commenced a strike on Wednesday after their union was unable to reach a new tentative contract with the university.
Union leaders from NYU and NYC look to the future of labor
Representatives from unions on and off campus discussed the labor movement’s present struggles and future hopes at an NYU panel on Nov. 15.
The Soapbox: Haitian gangs, a prisoner’s hunger strike, Italy’s refusal of migrants
The Soapbox is a weekly column by WSN’s news desk analyzing major developments in world news and rounding up the stories we think are worth the read this week. Global consciousness for a global university.
NYU Law sues Oregon over access to legal representation
The school’s Center on Race, Inequality, and the Law filed a class action lawsuit with the Oregon Justice Resource Center to hold the state of Oregon to its legal obligation of providing public defenders.
The Soapbox: Ecuadorian gangs, tensions in the Congo, North Korean missile tests
The Soapbox is a weekly column by WSN’s news desk analyzing major developments in world news and rounding up the stories we think are worth the read this week. Global consciousness for a global university.
Masked driver crashes car into Madman Espresso
The car crashed into the corner of the cafe’s outdoor seating area on University Place near NYU’s Washington Square campus.
The NYU adjunct union contract expires tonight. Here’s what may happen next.
The university’s adjunct faculty contract will expire at midnight on Oct. 31. A strike has been authorized, but it is only one of multiple possible outcomes for the labor dispute.
What to do this week: Haunted Halloween parade, the New York City Marathon
The Daybook is WSN’s weekly column listing in-person and online events at NYU and across New York City. This week: Oct. 31-Nov 6.
The Soapbox: Ethnic conflict, gold sanctions, China’s secret police
The Soapbox is a weekly column by WSN’s news desk analyzing major developments in world news and rounding up the stories we think are worth the read this week. Global consciousness for a global university.
Hochul and Zeldin face off in governor’s debate
The two candidates for New York governor sparred over abortion rights and crime during a televised debate ahead of the November general election.
Staff Rants: Midterms and midterms
It’s the middle of the term! The WSN staff offers our thoughts on our exam-packed weeks and the ongoing congressional election season.
Dog costume contest sees ruff competition
The 32nd annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Festival featured costumes of Jesus, a uterus and dragons.
The Soapbox: A hijab ban in India, Liz Truss’s resignation, and protests in Chad
The Soapbox is a weekly column by WSN’s news desk analyzing major developments in world news and rounding up the stories we think are worth the read this week. Global consciousness for a global university.
How Distance Brought Us Closer
How moving away brought an NYU sophomore closer to their family.
The Soapbox: Ebola, Ethiopian civil war, Belarus inches toward Russia
The Soapbox is a weekly column by WSN’s news desk analyzing major developments in world news and rounding up the stories we think are worth the read this week. Global consciousness for a global university.
The Soapbox: Brazil’s nose-to-nose election, coup in Burkina Faso, OPEC oil politics
The Soapbox is a weekly column by WSN’s news desk analyzing major developments in world news and rounding up the stories we think are worth the read this week. Global consciousness for a global university.
Explained: Why NYU told you to ‘fight’ with an active shooter
Gunshots in Brooklyn led to an NYU community-wide alert advising those in the area to “run, hide or fight.” The advice, which originated from the federal government, has garnered confusion and criticism from students and safety advocates.
Stern professor resigns from professional org. after refusing to write diversity statement
Jonathan Haidt, a professor of ethical leadership at NYU’s Stern School of Business, resigned from a psychology research conference after refusing to write a required equity, inclusion and anti-racism statement.
The Soapbox: Italian neo-fascism, pipeline sabotage, and the European energy crisis
The Soapbox is a weekly column by WSN’s news desk analyzing major developments in world news and rounding up the stories we think are worth the read this week. Global consciousness for a global university.
CAS renovations shut down basement entrance to 19 W. 4th St.
The renovations at 25 W. Fourth St., the future home of the College of Arts & Science, have restricted student access to basement classrooms in 19 W. Fourth St., a neighboring building.
What to do this week: Off-Broadway Week and the New York Film Festival
The Daybook is WSN’s weekly column listing in-person and online events at NYU and across New York City. This week: Sept. 26 to Oct. 2.
Living Galleries: Finding Autonomy in Becoming Art
Beyond its aesthetic value, body modification allows us to assert autonomy over our bodies in a permanent, beautiful way.
The Soapbox: Russian escalation, protests in Iran and Fiona’s fallout
The Soapbox is a weekly column by WSN’s news desk analyzing major developments in world news and rounding up the stories we think are worth the read this week. Global consciousness for a global university.
Where NYU stands as New York City lifts its subway mask mandate
COVID-19 restrictions on the New York City Subway were eased on Wednesday. At NYU, where masks are still required in certain settings, students and faculty are conflicted over how they think the administration should proceed.
Mutual aid org. fights police presence in Washington Square Park
During an aid distribution event at Washington Square Park last month, police officers displaced unhoused people living in the park, discarded their belongings and made several arrests. Now, the organization behind the event is pushing back.
Staff Rants: First day of classes
Welcome, or welcome back! WSN staff shares our thoughts and feelings about the start of the semester.
NYU Commencement Guide: How to watch Taylor Swift’s speech online and more
On May 18, NYU is honoring the classes of 2020, 2021 and 2022 after two years of virtual graduation ceremonies. Here is what you need to know about the day.
NYC nail salon advocates frustrated by state gov’t safety delays
For a second time, Gov. Kathy Hochul postponed a rule requiring nail salons across New York City to install a ventilation system for the next six months, leaving nail technicians and advocates fearful for their safety.
Gallatin first-years mobilize students to donate meal swipes to mutual aid
XR University NYC, revived in March, is challenging students to address issues ranging from climate change to food insecurity.
Student gov’t distributes 80 meals in 30 mins at V100 food drive
Student Government Assembly members hope the food drive, held as part of NYU’s V100 spirit week in partnership with the Minetta Creek Collective and Holy Apostles Soup Kitchen, will push NYU to offer more resources for students facing food insecurity.
Drastic increase in fentanyl-laced pill confiscations, NYU study finds
An NYU Grossman School of Medicine study found that the number of fentanyl-laced pills seized by the Drug Enforcement Administration increased by 834% between January 2018 and December 2021.
NYU Furman Center lays foundations for affordable housing
The Furman Center’s Housing Solutions Lab announced its second Peer Cities cohort, which aims to improve the affordability and equality of housing in small to mid-sized cities.
Right-wing organization brands several NYU profs as radical leftists
A website run by Turning Point USA accuses professors of spreading leftist views and discriminating against conservative students.
7 NYU profs lecture on Russian invasion of Ukraine
The Jordan Center for the Advanced Study of Russia hosted a panel of faculty who offered their personal and academic perspectives on the war in Ukraine.
White House will feature NYU student’s mixed-media collection
This spring, Steinhardt graduate student Maegan Jenkins will display a digital fashion exhibit highlighting historically underrepresented women at a White House virtual exhibition.
