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Housing Guide 2019

Housing Guide 2019

Pamela Jew, Under the Arch Managing Editor February 20, 2019

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Best Female-Led Comedy Series

Instead of letting you rewatch “Frasier” or “The Office,” the Arts Desk is here to give some TV show recs for shows with female leads that are just as funny and worthy of binge watching.
Guru Ramanathan, Alex Cullina, Claire Fishman, Arts Desk February 15, 2019

The landscape of TV has changed a lot in the past decade and one central aspect is how much more of a favorable environment it has become for women — though of course, there...

Neshla Caplan and Adam Kashmiry in "ADAM," running at the Skirball Center for the Performing Arts Feb. 14 - 16. (Photo courtesy of the Skirball Center)

A Starving Artist’s Guide to Arts Events This Weekend: Feb. 14 to 17

Stay entertained this weekend for $20 or less.
Alex Cullina, Books & Theatre Editor February 14, 2019

This Valentine’s Day weekend, whether you’re single and looking for something to take your mind off of romance or you’re having trouble thinking of a fun, outside-the-box...

Nolita resident Georgette Fleischer speaks at a town hall meeting about the L Train. It will shut down in April 2019 and remain closed for 15 months.

Locals Concerned Over Impending L Train Shutdown

With the L Train slated to close its tracks in April of this year, New York locals worry how their daily lives will be impacted.
Sam Klein, Deputy Multimedia Editor September 17, 2018
With the L Train slated to close its tracks in April of this year, New York locals worry how their daily lives will be impacted.
For the nights of Nov. 26 and Nov. 27, the Barclays Center became a family gathering for the homecoming of Jay-Z as he continues on his “4:44” World Tour.

Barclays’ House Party for Brooklyn’s Finest

Michael Muth, Staff Writer November 28, 2017
Jay-Z has followed up his renowned album "4:44" with an equally impressive live show in Brooklyn on Nov. 26.
Approximately 200 people attended a vigil on Nov. 1 for the victims of the TriBeCa attack.

NYC Holds Interfaith Vigil for Victims of TriBeCa Attack

Several NYU students attended a vigil supporting the victims of Tuesday's terror attack in Lower Manhattan.
Miranda Levingston, News Editor November 1, 2017
New Yorkers held a vigil for the victims of the Oct. 31 TriBeCa attack.
A recent attack on civilians in lower manhattan has left at least eight dead and 11 injured. Forensics and police gather to investigate and control the scene.

On the Scene of the TriBeCa Attacks

Mack DeGeurin, Deputy News Editor October 31, 2017
A suspected terror attack in Tribeca leaves eight dead and over a dozen injured.
Nothing says New York film classic like Woody Allen’s Manhattan, showcasing some of the city’s iconic views.

Essential New York Films to Appreciate New York

Daniella Nichinson, Film Editor September 5, 2017
Many, many films have captured the essential essence of New York City -- here are our choices of the ones that did it best.
Exposure | Nic Decides to Buy Some Juice

Exposure | Nic Decides to Buy Some Juice

Kat Vlasova, Contributing Photographer April 5, 2017
Inspired by the work and persona of Jean Michel-Basquiat, this photo series documents the photographer's friend Nic as he wanders around Alphabet City.
Student athletes often have a hard time juggling their academics with their respective sports as traveling to and from practices and games can take more time than expected.  These two fencing students wait patiently for their bus to the Stevens Institute of Technology for a meet.

How Athletes Cope With Travel Time

Marshall Winfield, Contributing Writer February 22, 2017
As a competitive college athlete, traveling is just part of the game. How do student-athletes balance travel, school and social lives?
Gatsby’s on the Bay is a new american restaurant located at 695 Bay Street, Staten Island.

Around NYC in Five Eateries

Caroline Zemsky, Staff Writer November 16, 2016
For NYU students that tend to stay in their Greenwich Village bubble, the best way to explore the rest of New York City is through food.
Crime Log: Sept. 24-30

Crime Log: Sept. 24-30

Abraham Gross, Deputy News Editor October 3, 2016
A look at campus crime from the past week.