Opinion: NYU students have the privilege to start fighting for the ideals we preach

Some of the NYU students that identify with leftist ideals are the bourgeois they speak against.

Caitie Drucker, Contributing Writer • September 14, 2022

On the first day of classes at NYU, my literature professor opened the course saying “You know, you guys are just paying to be in the bourgeoisie, right?” Everyone in the class...

NYU Raising Tuition Amid COVID-19 Pandemic

NYU will be raising undergraduate tuition by over $700 for the fall semester, despite historic rates of joblessness due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Matthew Fischetti, Deputy News Editor • June 26, 2020

While the possibility of a fully remote semester looms as COVID-19 cases continue to increase across the United States, NYU has decided to raise tuition rates for the upcoming...

What You Missed Over Break

Kristina Hayhurst and Alex Domb • August 26, 2018

A recap of all the news you may have missed this summer.

Late Exam Schedules Mean High Travel Costs

Emma Rudd, Contributing Writer • December 6, 2016

NYU must consider the effects of scheduling on student expenses before they implement an exam session so near the holidays.

At Prescott University, Students Fund Undocumented Peers

Aparna Alankar, Contributing Writer • April 11, 2016

Prescott College is a pioneer in the path towards higher education for undocumented students.

Committee Offers Progress, Scapegoat

WSN Editorial Board • March 7, 2016

Without clear accountability or parameters, the committee is at risk of being used as a scapegoat, to offer the administration plausible deniability.

Student Debt Strangles Alumni and Economy

Phoebe, Kuo • February 29, 2016

The United States has too long contented itself with the power of the invisible hand. But when it comes to higher education, it’s an equality problem.

Hamilton Needs a Long-Term Affordability Plan

WSN Editorial Board • February 22, 2016

Hamilton’s proposals set a good short-term precedent for his administration, but in light of Sexton’s leftover projects, the direction that Hamilton will eventually take the university is still unclear.

Problem of rising tuition hardly unique

Richard Shu, Deputy Copy Chief • April 13, 2015

The stratospheric rise in tuition costs have benefitted university administrations rather than improve the education experience for students.

Prospective students should think twice

Matthew Tessler, Deputy Opinion Editor • March 31, 2015

Tuition hikes once again bring attention the sky-high costs of NYU tuition. Prospective students must take note.