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

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A quiet street in London.

London Is Not the New York of Europe

Bethany Allard, Contributing Writer September 24, 2018
Although London is often called the New York of Europe, this writer believes the two cities shouldn't be compared.

Apartments in New York and London. side by side.

A New Yorker in London

Taylor Elizabeth Rogers, Contributing Writer April 29, 2018
New York and London may share a common language and a cosmopolitan mindset, but lifestyle differences are hidden underneath these similarities.
The Tower Bridge in London where a handful of incoming first-years study for their inaugural year. (Photo by Taylor Rogers)

Day in the Life: London

Taylor Elizabeth Rogers, Contributing Writer March 26, 2018
Did you ever wonder what is it like spending a semester at NYU London? Find out about a typical day at the abroad site.
NYU has received the highest application rate passing 75,000 applicants for the Class of 2022.

NYU Receives Over 75,000 Applications for Class of 2022

Kenneth Jung, Contributing Writer January 23, 2018
NYU is opening a new admissions center because of the record number of applications that it received this year.
At NYU London, students of color may find it harder to feel at ease in a country where the population is predominantly white. NYU now offers diversity discussion panels at the abroad site.

London: It’s Even Harder to Be a Student of Color Abroad

Taylor Nicole Rogers, Abroad Editor November 17, 2017
Moving from NYU's diverse campus in New York to study abroad sites like NYU London can be disconcerting, especially when it comes to diversity.
Before heading to NYU London, here are a few tips you should know to get a head start.

Four Things I Wish NYU Told Me Before I Studied Abroad in London

Taylor Nicole Rogers, Abroad Editor October 26, 2017
Studying abroad in London next semester? Here are four things you should know.
A new scholarship was created so that financial strain would not be a burden for those who want to study away at NYU London. It is named after NYU Law professor and Director of NYU London Gary Slapper, who passed away suddenly last December.

New Scholarship at NYU London

Arushi Sahay, Staff Writer April 3, 2017
President Andrew Hamilton announced a new scholarship at NYU London in honor of NYU Law professor and Director of NYU London Gary Slapper.
A view of the courtyard on the NYU Florence campus where LS first-year Zoe Ozochiawaeze, is currently studying abroad. (Photo by Grace Halio)

Steer Clear of These Things Abroad

Caroline Zemsky, Staff Writer November 16, 2016
Studying abroad next semester? Here are some useful tips from students who have previously gone abroad on what NOT to do.
The snorting of raw cacao has revealed itself to be as a surprising new form of legal high.

Will Chocolate Be the New Nose Candy?

Shirley Cahyadi, Contributing Writer November 1, 2016
In Europe, there are reports of ground cacao being used as the newest party drug — instead of snorting cocaine, there are people who are turning to the superfood for their high.
Top facts to know before studying away.

The Lowdown on Studying Abroad

Yifan Li, Contributing Writer September 6, 2016
Students and faculty weigh in on what makes a great study away site.
The first Roman Walls in London were built around 200AD.

London’s Historical Highlights, from 1 A.D. to the 21st Century

Thomas Devlin, Staff Writer April 27, 2016
To be a Londoner, you've got to at least be conversational about some of the city's history. Here are a few historical highlights from the capital of the United Kingdom.