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

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Ansari Heard ‘Yes’ When She Didn’t Say ‘No’

Ansari Heard ‘Yes’ When She Didn’t Say ‘No’

Victor Porcelli, Contributing Writer January 29, 2018
The situation surrounding Aziz Ansari provides the perfect opportunity for us to clearly define sexual assault and consent. When someone does not say no, it doesn't mean yes.
Katie Roiphe is a journalism professor at NYU’s Arthur L. Carter Journalism Institute. Her part in the outing of the creator of “Shitty Media Men” is drawing attention and criticism from the NYU community and beyond.

#MeToo Raises Ethical Questions for NYU Journalism

Caroline Haskins, Investigative News Editor January 29, 2018
NYU Journalism has received several recent emails with ethical concerns regarding Katie Roiphe, head of the graduate Cultural Reporting and Criticism Program, and NYU Journalism may address these concerns in a school event in March.
Olympic gymnast Aly Raisman testifying at Larry Nassar's sentencing on Friday, Jan. 19. Raisman is one of 100 plus women accusing Nassar of sexual assault.

Organizations Scrutinized After Latest Nassar Victim Testimonies

Maddie Howard, Sports Desk Editor January 22, 2018
Larry Nassar sexual misconduct case brings criticism to USA Gymnastics and Michigan State University.
The cast of ‘Big Little Lies’ accepts the Golden Globe Award for Best Miniseries on Jan. 7, 2018. Stars wore black in support of the ‘Time’s Up’ and #MeToo movements.

‘Time’s Up’ Takes Fashion

Caroline Weinstein, Contributing Writer January 22, 2018
Time's Up and the #MeToo movement take a stand with fashion.
Words Are Not Going to End Sexual Assault

Words Are Not Going to End Sexual Assault

Allison De La Bastida, Staff Writer November 14, 2017
Is anyone actually doing anything about the all the sexual misconduct that is occurring?
The hashtag #MeToo went viral within the NYU community after the sexual harassment allegations were brought up against Harvey Weinstein.

#MeToo, NYU: Feminist Clubs on Campus Respond to the Aftermath of the Harvey Weinstein Allegations

Aya Ouda, Contributing Writer October 30, 2017
Following the social media movement #MeToo, members of feminist clubs on campus have affirmed their support for victims of sexual assault, whether or not they choose to share their story.