Justice Department blocked from NYU Langone’s records on transgender youth
An hour before a subpoena’s deadline for NYU Langone to disclose personal information of transgender youth, a judge temporarily halted the process.
Zachary Karp, Deputy News Editor
Judge extends NYU Langone’s deadline to share records on transgender youth
Transgender patients sued NYU Langone earlier this week, urging a federal judge to halt the medical center from disclosing their healthcare information to the Trump administration.
Steinhardt community member arrested for raising swastika flag during Grad Alley
Alexander Stepnowsky, who was a Steinhardt student in the spring semester, is facing hate crime charges after displaying a flag with two swastikas during the graduation event.
NYU Langone subpoenaed for records on gender-affirming care
In the subpoena, a U.S. attorney’s office in Texas requested the medical center share information about adolescent patients over the last six years and employees by June 10.
Thousands flood Yankee Stadium for all-university commencement
The ceremony comes amid backlash that keynote speaker Jonathan Haidt’s platform, built on criticizing technology use and progressive university culture, misrepresents graduates’ values.
Student gov’t leaders ask NYU to reconsider commencement speaker
The SGA criticized Stern professor Jonathan Haidt for his anti-DEI campaigns and tech-free initiatives, arguing that the social psychologist doesn’t represent graduates’ values.
Anti-Zionist Jewish students call to shut down NYU Hillel
NYU’s chapter of Jews Against Zionism joined a nationwide campaign demanding a boycott of Hillel International, citing its collaboration with the Israeli Defense Forces.
NYU orgs join thousands for May Day protests
Mayor Zohran Mamdani spoke at International Workers’ Day demonstrations in Washington Square Park, before the unions and advocacy groups marched to Foley Square.
NYU could release financial statements under student gov’t resolution
The legislation was proposed to help student activists better understand the university’s budget when drafting policy change proposals.
From NYC to Gaza, Thrift4Gaza converts used clothes to mutual aid
This community-led organization hosts thrift pop-ups in accessible locations across the city whose proceeds go directly to families affected by war in Gaza.
4 NYU faculty named Guggenheim Fellows
As recipients of the prestigious fellowship, the professors across three NYU schools earned grants to support projects in dance, history and journalism.
Professor bashes pre-recorded grad speeches at Asian affinity celebration
During his Monday night speech, CAS professor Michael Salgarolo criticized the university’s suspension of live graduation speeches and its handling of pro-Palestinian student demonstrations.
Campus groups demand Mamdani outlaw 24-hour workday
Over five dozen students and faculty signed a letter supporting the No More 24 Act, one day before home care workers called off their hunger strike for the same cause.
An amateur’s account of birdwatching in Washington Square Park
In honor of Earth Day, I went searching for a red-tailed hawk in the heart of Greenwich Village. I didn’t find one.
Courant merger won’t happen next year, NYU says
NYU’s mathematics, data science and computer science departments will “gradually migrate” into one school, but the university has not set a timeline.
Sociologist talks men’s education, mental health at civil discourse institute event
President of the American Institute for Boys and Men and “Of Boys and Men” author Richard Reeves discussed gender gaps in education and suicide rates.
Review: Angine de Poitrine’s ‘Vol.II’ brings weird music to the mainstream
The Quebecois avant-garde duo miraculously found virality with its unconventional sounds.
Trump administration agrees to re-raise Stonewall pride flag
The Monday settlement came after several local LGBTQ+ and historic preservation groups sued the federal government for unjust discrimination.
Christian Howze wins student gov’t chair
The Stern junior received 59% of the vote for next year’s student government chair after campaigning on a promise to make university leadership more accessible.
NYU Law climbs one spot to No. 7 in US News rankings
The Stern School of Business also landed at No. 7, falling one spot from last year’s list.
NYU Langone still silent on NY attorney general’s call to resume transgender care
Letitia James’ office ordered the medical center to reinstate its gender-affirming care programs by March 11.
Student gov’t chair candidates face off in debate as election looms
The two senators-at-large discussed federal attacks on universities and safety for students studying abroad before voting closes on Friday.
NYU shares details for new identity-based grad events
Students told WSN the celebrations will function almost identically to the affinity graduations that administrators suspended last month.
Meet this year’s SGA Chair candidates
WSN spoke with Christian Howze and Adrian Pica-Borjas about their goals for supporting NYU’s students, who will vote for chair at the end of the month.
Grossman joins RFK Jr.’s nutrition education initiative
As part of his Make America Healthy Again movement, the health secretary urged medical schools to integrate a government framework for nutrition coursework.
On the Street: Architecture
On the Street is WSN’s photo column, published biweekly.
Student gov’t selects candidates for chair
The Student Government Assembly approved Adrian Pica-Borjas and Christian Howze to run campaigns starting March 23.
NYU Abu Dhabi moves classes online ‘for the foreseeable future’
Administrators said students can leave the United Arab Emirates without facing academic consequences, after Iranian missiles struck near the campus.
‘It was relaxing’: What NYU’s new device-free initiative looks like
In an effort to foster in-person connection among students, NYU IRL offers tech-free lounges and encourages faculty to reconsider device usage in their classrooms.
NYU Abu Dhabi students shelter amid Iranian strikes
The campus, located around five miles away from an impacted site, canceled its Monday classes and pivoted to remote instruction for Tuesday and Wednesday.
Student gov’t talks canceled affinity graduations, ICE at Columbia
Student government representatives criticized NYU for its decision to cancel diversity-focused graduation ceremonies.
‘A real privilege’: NYU’s new spokesperson on stepping into the role
Wiley Norvell spoke to WSN about his diverse experience, from grassroots organizing to working at City Hall, and what drew him to becoming a senior communications administrator.
NYU slashes DEI partnership after federal investigation
As part of an agreement with the U.S. Department of Education, the university promised to review other partnerships that limit eligibility “based on race.”
Steinhardt dean to step down in May
NYU administrators announced that Jack Knott will resign after five years in a Wednesday email, without specifying why.
New Yorkers re-raise pride flag at Stonewall Inn
Hundreds joined a ceremony to restore the Stonewall National Monument’s pride flag, three days after the Trump administration took it down.
Keeping kosher at NYU Shanghai
After finding his Jewish community at NYU Shanghai, Owen Roubeni is looking for more ways to give back.
Hundreds protest Trump administration’s pride flag removal at Stonewall Inn
City officials announced plans to reraise the national monument's pride flag on Thursday, after the federal government saw mass backlash for removing it to align with its national park policies.
NYU Dentistry researchers find treatment for painkiller tolerance in oral cancer
The scientists found that inhibiting a specific protein receptor could reduce oral cancer patients’ opioid tolerance and pain.
Man arrested for sexual assault at StuyTown
The incident, at a building housing some GSAS students and NYU Langone community members, incited calls for greater security at the East Village apartment complex.
Student gov’t talks AI policy
An NYU administrator discussed AI usage policies with student government representatives at their monthly meeting on Thursday.
NYU Langone names new Perlmutter Cancer Center head
The appointment at one of the nation’s top-ranked cancer hospitals marks the end of a 10-month search.
Stern professor calls for ‘economic strike’ to stop ICE
Scott Galloway, a marketing professor and online figure, called for a consumer boycott to protest the Trump administration’s anti-immigration policies.
Wagner joins veteran aid program
The graduate school is participating in a nationwide program to support enrollment and employment opportunities for veterans and military families.
‘Fucking disgusting’: ICE shootings spur protests, walkout on campus
An anti-ICE walkout rallied over 70 students at Washington Square Park, before thousands flooded Union Square on Friday and Saturday to protest a recent string of deaths.
NYU and SUNY debut higher education research lab
The partnership aims to improve students’ abilities to think critically and hold civil discourse in a workforce transformed by artificial intelligence.
Winter recap: What you missed over break
Air strikes in Venezuela reroute sports trips, faculty union threatens to strike and other on-campus news to kick off your semester.
Transplanted pig kidney rejection reversed for the first time
NYU Langone Health researchers identified multiple causes of transplanted pig kidney rejections on a brain-dead body.
Student gov’t talks NYU’s mental health crises response
The Student Government Assembly also reviewed a resolution that would limit its purchases from companies it deems unethical.
NYU awaits guidance on admissions data release
The Trump administration is demanding universities release data detailing the race and sex of all applicants and admitted students.
NYU Langone awarded ‘A’ in safety for 11th time
NYU Langone hospitals across Manhattan, Brooklyn and Long Island received top marks for patient safety, outcomes and experiences.
Tandon kicks off new game design lab
Located at NYU’s Brooklyn campus, the lab aims to help video game startups build sustainable business models.
Langone study maps how neurons stabilize memories
The study found that sensory details help people better remember places and could support further research on memory disorders.
SGA urges stronger safeguards for Black students
NYU’s student government also debated a proposal that would limit its spending to companies aligned with its ethical standards.
‘Grassy trees’ can help counter climate change, NYU scientists find
Fast-growing plants like bamboo and palm trees are vital to restoring ecosystems and sourcing food and income for rural communities.
‘Unmatched legacy’: NYU research chief on stepping down to lead Sloan Foundation
Stacie Bloom spoke to WSN about her time leading research at NYU and what she aims to accomplish at the grant foundation starting in January.
‘Nobody feels secure’: NYU Shanghai to ax 50 contract faculty
To fulfill long-term hiring goals, NYU Shanghai will replace one-third of its contract faculty with tenured faculty.
Discovery at NYU Dentistry could develop better painkillers
New findings from the NYU Pain Research Center could help experts develop drugs that mitigate pain without disrupting the healing process.
NYU Langone links oral microbe species to pancreatic cancer
Researchers used records dating back over two decades to find 27 types of oral bacteria and fungi associated with risks of pancreatic cancer.
Abu Dhabi campus to offer Executive MBA program starting August 2026
The two year program will build on NYU Abu Dhabi’s regular MBA program, which saw its inaugural class in February.
