Students divided over installing metal detectors in subways
New York City Mayor Eric Adams recently said he is considering adding metal detectors in city subway stations to curb the uptick in crime.
Editorial: Don’t throw more money at the failing NYPD
The NYPD’s response to the Brooklyn subway shooting showed once again that they don’t keep us safe. It’s time to pursue other options.
Editorial: Eric Adams needs to house the homeless, not attack them
Mayor Adams wants to make our trains safer by removing unhoused individuals. His plan, unfortunately, relies heavily on policing and other forms of carceral violence.
Editorial: Hamilton, implement the SGA’s transportation resolution
By instituting discounted subway fares for the NYU community, the university could do its part to support students in need and provide stimulus to local businesses.
Subway crime spike unnerves NYU students
After the killing of Michelle Go and assaults at the W 4 St-Wash Sq station, residents of New York City are calling for platform barriers to reduce crime in subway stations.
NYU researchers win $4M grant to study COVID impact on transit workers
The five-year project launched in November will help develop preventative measures that protect frontline workers from this pandemic and future ones.
How can NYC(U) be your personality if you’ve only been to Manhattan?
The who’s who of the where’s where around NYU: a look into the MTA.
Hurricane Ida leaves commuter students at the mercy of the elements
On the eve of the first day of classes, the fallout of Hurricane Ida created a public transit nightmare that left students stranded.
Semester begins despite a torrential downpour, collapsed transportation system and flooded dorms
Sept. 1 was the fifth-rainiest day in New York City’s recorded history. The remnants of Hurricane Ida passed through the city, causing flash floods and leaving at least 43 dead. Students reported flooding at numerous residence halls, while others were stranded at NYU Welcome events.
Disabled subway riders deserve better
Only about a quarter of New York City subway stations are accessible to disabled residents. Despite this, the MTA spends taxpayer dollars fighting accessibility lawsuits instead of paying for more accessible stations.
Going Maskless on MTA Transit Now Costs $50
Despite potential concerns about the rule disproportionately affecting low-income, Black and indigenous riders of color, NYU commuter students are on board.
Funding the MTA Is a Necessity
Without federal relief for the MTA, wealthier residents of the city will continue to afford alternatives to public transportation while low-income communities will suffer even more.
