Off Topic: Doom scrolling destroys the planet — not just your mood
Generation Z may be social-media warriors when it comes to climate activism, but our online activism and activity may be having unintended negative effects.
Staff Rants: Springing in and out of spring
It’s the beginning of March, which means spring is just around the corner! WSN staff shares their thoughts about the changing season.
The Soapbox: COP28 in the UAE, Chinese visit to Vietnam, AI legislation in the EU
The Soapbox is a weekly column by WSN covering major news developments at NYU’s campuses and study away sites abroad. Global consciousness for a global university.
Students for climate justice: The intersection between academics and activism
Three student activists shared their individual approaches to advancing public engagement about climate justice.
The Soapbox: Real estate in China, carbon credit in the UAE, raising debts in Italy
The Soapbox is a weekly column by WSN covering major news developments at NYU’s campuses and study away sites abroad. Global consciousness for a global university.
Demonstrators confront White House climate adviser at NYU Law event
As the White House climate adviser began his keynote speech, three people rose from their seats in protest of the Biden administration’s recent oil drilling initiatives.
Student activists join thousands at March to End Fossil Fuels
Tens of thousands of protesters attended a climate march in Midtown on Sunday, demanding new legislation to combat climate change.
What to do this week: Celebrate Halloween early, free roller skating, uptown night market
The Daybook is WSN’s weekly column listing in-person and online events at NYU and across New York City. This week: Sept. 11-17.
Sad in the Paulson Center? There’s a solution.
NYU’s sustainability initiatives should extend beyond reducing our carbon footprint. We should have a visually lush and verdant campus.
Opinion: NYU should be more transparent about its investments
Three out of five of the New York City Comptroller pension funds have divested from the fossil fuel industry. It’s not perfect, but at least it’s honest. NYU should follow their lead.
NYU named partner in Governors Island climate center project
Students and faculty will have access to classrooms, laboratories and other spaces at the newly announced New York Climate Exchange, set to open on Governors Island in 2028.
The Soapbox: French pension reform, drought in Spain, migration in Italy
The Soapbox is a weekly column by WSN covering major news developments at NYU’s campuses and study away sites abroad. Global consciousness for a global university.
