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A group of protesters marching down Seventh Avenue near Times Square. Some of them are holding posters with the Iranian flag on them.

At Times Square, NYU students join thousands to demand Iran regime change

NYU’s Persian Cultural Society took part in the largest Iranian protest in New York City on Saturday.
Yezen Saadah, Deputy News Editor November 21, 2022

The Persian Cultural Society at NYU joined over 10,000 people gathered in Times Square to protest against the Islamic Republic of Iran on the afternoon of Saturday, Nov. 19. The...

A group of photographers standing and crouching on the zebra-striped crosswalk.

How to get away, even if you’re stuck

A glimpse into how our photographers de-stressed during the summer.
Camila Ceballos, Samson Tu, Kevin Wu and Manasa Gudavalli September 2, 2022

Mandala-style wooden blinds decorated with floral designs and short notes in the foreground and a poster saying “Grief Garden” in the background.

Reflecting on life and love at the ‘Grief Garden’

Artist-in-Residence Khaty Xiong’s poetry installation at the Asian/Pacific/American Institute offers those grieving a place of solace and comfort.
Sunny Sequeira, UTA Staff Editor April 29, 2022

Grief arrives differently for everyone. It’s sometimes expected, other times sudden, but never without impact. Whether it strikes, constricts or swallows, loss produces all-consuming...

Many NYU students struggle with getting the right balance of sleep, study, and social life. (Photo by Jake Quan)

SSS or SOS: How Students Balance Their Sleep, Studies and Social Life

How to sail the stormy seas of the Bermuda triangle of college life.
Valerie, Stepanova April 4, 2019

Bobst has been your home for the past six hours. The only human interaction you've had is when the girl across from you asked you to watch her stuff and when the Postmates delivery...

Poster for the Alvin Ailey Dance Theater. (via Facebook)

A Starving Artist’s Guide to Arts Events This Weekend: March 15 to 17

Stay entertained this weekend for $20 or less.
Alex Cullina, Books and Theater Editor March 14, 2019

St. Patrick’s Day is this Sunday — if you want to escape the inevitable onslaught of intoxicated revelers this weekend, check out one of these arts and entertainment events....

La Sonrisa Empanadas is one of many food vendors open at the Highline during the day.

Food Paradise at The High Line

Joanna Pisacone, Contributing Writer April 29, 2018
A warm weather hotspot, the High Line is a place to go for getting your vitamin D and food fix.
Toasters are helpful appliances, especially in residence hall kitchens.

How to Stock Your Kitchen Like a Semi-Pro

Beth Sattur, Staff Writer April 9, 2018
Coming back to school and packing for a fresh new semester may come with a lot of preparation, but with this list you won't be wasting any more time figuring out what to bring for the dorm kitchen.
Urbanspace in Midtown offers a variety of breakfast options including classy oyster menu, Mexican breakfast and, of course, the classic New York Bagel.

Where to Break Fast for Breakfast on Campus

Carina Pansch, Contributing Writer February 26, 2018
Something considered as the most important meal of the day deserves more attention then what students give it. From the dining halls to a few places off campus, find time fo breakfast.
The view from the fifth floor of NYU’s academic center in Paris.

Welcome to Life Abroad

Kaity Berg, Contributing Writer February 5, 2018
Studying abroad for the semester? Check out some tips to adjust to your new life.
The Key to Happiness is Appreciating the Little Things

The Key to Happiness is Appreciating the Little Things

Thomas Price, Staff Writer September 5, 2017
It has become far more essential than ever before to remind yourself that enjoying the little flickers of joy and happiness in between the unavoidable void of darkness is still worth it. In fact, enjoying the small things is more important than ever before.
Jake Gyllenhaal stars in “Life,” a film about the potential dangers of finding extraterrestrial life on Mars. “Life,” released in theaters on March 24, is now playing.

‘Life’ Makes for Lifeless Horror

Sydney Rappis, Staff Writer March 27, 2017
It's easy to get excited about the latest alien-horror film, especially when it features Ryan Reynolds and Jake Gyllenhaal, but don't get too invested — it's nothing you haven't seen before.

Poly students join life on the Square

Bridget Brown, Contributing Writer September 28, 2015
A glimpse into the lives of NYU Polytechnic students living on the Manhattan campus for the first time.