Bill Clinton, John Sexton visit NYU to receive degrees from Israeli university
Former U.S. president Bill Clinton and ex-NYU president John Sexton were awarded honorary degrees from the Israeli University of Haifa for achievements in their respective fields.
Off-Third: 181 Mercer construction is high priority, not adjuncts
NYU’s refusal to pay adjunct professors comes from a place of frugality, not malice.
NYU sues New York City over neighborhood rezoning
NYU filed a lawsuit arguing that a provision in the city’s approved rezoning bill violates the New York state constitution.
181 Mercer building opening delayed again until spring 2023
The opening of NYU’s flagship development, which will include housing, classrooms, athletic facilities and a theater, has been postponed twice due to construction delays related to COVID-19.
Village Community Board talks local crime, subway safety at latest meeting
Members of Manhattan Community Board 2 discussed community safety, armed crimes and NYU’s impact on the surrounding community at its Feb. 17 meeting.
SoHo/NoHo rezoning approval allows 181 Mercer to stand
The rezoning plan passed last month includes a last-minute change that allows university dorms to remain in the area.
Bird-safe glass design at 181 Mercer saves wildlife and energy
Window collisions kill hundreds of thousands of birds every year in New York City. 181 Mercer’s architects are using specially designed glass with the intention of saving birds and energy.
Controversial 181 Mercer building now slated for fall 2022 opening
NYU’s flagship development, featuring classrooms, athletic facilities, housing and a theater, is the centerpiece of an ambitious expansion plan that has met persistent opposition in the 14 years since it was proposed.
Staff Rants: Campus Edition
Deck: Even a campus in the heart of New York City has its flaws.
