Opinion: Take your activism to the polls

Voting is not just a right, it’s a responsibility. Students have the power — and the duty — to shape the future they will inherit.

Brynna Gritter Kenneke, Staff Writer • October 11, 2024

As I get closer to voting in my first presidential election, I am reminded again and again how important it is that we don’t forget the immense power we can wield, even as college...

Ten Students Received $5,000 for Human Rights Projects. Here’s What They Did.

The Ninth Annual Gallatin Global Fellowship in Human Rights Symposium showcased the work of last year’s fellows in preparation for this year’s application.

Alexandria Johnson, Deputy News Editor • October 15, 2019

From working on a Queens District Attorney campaign to engaging with female survivors of war-time sexual violence in Kosovo, the 10 recipients of the Gallatin Global Fellowship...

De Blasio’s Endorsement of SLAM Will Not Change Anything

WSN Editorial Board • September 29, 2017

It is an admirable effort that de Blasio wants to help SLAM and get representatives in the board, but ultimately his help will do little for the cause

Horde of Stars Brings ‘In Dubious Battle’ to the Screen

Carter Glace, Staff Writer • February 16, 2017

James Franco's latest exploits in film adaptations of classic literature bring us "In Dubious Battle," a star-studded but relatively adequate project.

GSOC Passes Referendum in Support of Boycotting Israel

Yulin Lou, Staff Writer • April 28, 2016

Members of the Graduate Student Organizing Committee voted in support of a referendum calling for NYU to withdraw their investments from Israeli state institutions and international corporations complicit in violations of Palestinian human and civil rights.

Looking Ahead: Ally Week

The News Team, News Editor • April 11, 2016

A preview of NYU Ally Week 2016, which will take place between April 11 and April 15th.

Free Tampons Could Be on Their Way to NYU

Diamond Naga Siu, Deputy News Editor • March 23, 2016

Twenty-five New York City public schools will soon begin offering free tampons in bathrooms in a movement to increase access to essential care. Now some are urging NYU to do the same.

Meditation, Ballet and Theater at MLK Week

Raven Quesenberry, Contributing Writer • February 1, 2016

Overview of upcoming events on campus in honor of Martin Luther King week.

Experts debate rights of same-sex couples

Michael Adams, Contributing Writer • March 11, 2015

NYU Law hosted a debate on same sex marriage and the constitution.

Student organizations explore citizenship policy

Rahul Krishnamoorthy, Deputy News Editor • November 5, 2014

Coverage of an open discussion entitled "The Limits of Citizenship" jointly led by the NYU Dream Team and the Incarceration to Education Coalition.

Alum alleviates labor conditions

Ann Schmidt, News Editor • April 22, 2014

An NYU alumnus started a non-profit organization called Project Assembly Line in an effort to collaborate with factory workers to improve working conditions.

Genetic fitness concerns blind zoo’s ethics

February 11, 2014

Zoos must follow ethical standards.