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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

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NYU divestment should move forward

WSN Editorial Board March 30, 2015
NYU divestment from fossil-fuel-related companies should go ahead despite the University Senate Subcommittee recommendation against it.
Members of NYU Divest demonstrate during the University Senate meeting last Thursday.

NYU Reacts: Senate subcommittee opposes divestment

Alex Bazeley, Deputy News Editor March 30, 2015
NYU students share their thoughts on the prospect of NYU's divestment from fossil fuels.
NYU Divest protests at Sexton’s office

NYU Divest protests at Sexton’s office

Scott Mullen, Deputy News Editor February 17, 2015
Members of NYU Divest staged a Valentine's Day-themed event to protest NYU's investment in the fossil fuel industry.
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Movie explores climate change

April 17, 2014
The film features students calling for NYU to stop investing in fossil fuels.
Nicole Brown for WSN

Environmentalists protest against Keystone XL Pipeline

Nicole Brown, News Editor September 23, 2013
Protestors met in Battery Park on Saturday to voice their concerns about construction of the Keystone XL Pipeline.
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NYU Divest kicks off year with first meeting, other schools taking notice

September 19, 2013
NYU Divests plans to demand that the University divest from fossil fuel companies.
NYU Divest sends second letter to Sexton

NYU Divest sends second letter to Sexton

September 4, 2013
The group expresses a conviction that the university has a duty to combat climate change.