MLK Scholars Call Out NYU for Tokenism, Performative Activism and Lack of Communication
Despite a commitment to increase funding for the MLK Scholars Program, students who are in the program received no updates following the university's announcement — until they shared an open letter criticizing the administration.
Roshni Raj, Deputy News Editor
• July 28, 2020
The Slow Progress of the Plastic Bag Ban
Though New York’s recent ban on single-use plastic bags is well-intentioned, it doesn’t do enough to solve the plastics crisis in the state.
WSN Editorial Board
• March 2, 2020
Understanding the Trend of Performance Activism
Many students take to social media to advocate against current policies, but these trends rarely translate into action.
Gabby Lozano, Staff Writer
• October 28, 2019
Lauren Duca, Natalie Beach and Performative Activism
NYU has been in the spotlight recently, following profiles on multiple problematic individuals associated with the university — reflective of NYU’s culture at large.
Abby Hofstetter, Opinion Editor
• September 18, 2019
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