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NYU Dentistry Creates Task Force After Students Raise Concerns
In response to a newsletter addressing racism at NYU's College of Dentistry, the new Task Force on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion aims to address these problems. Concerned community members feel anti-racist actions should be taken in addition to properly address ongoing issues within the College of Dentistry.
Roshni Raj, Deputy News Editor
• September 4, 2020
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New York Has Proposed a Taskforce on Black Teen Suicide, Spurred by NYU Researchers
The taskforce is awaiting approval by Governor Andrew Cuomo after researchers found a 73% increase in suicide attempt rates over a 26-year period.
Julia Baxley, Staff Writer
• October 24, 2019
![Since its inception, the NYU Diversity and Inclusion Task Force has hosted many events, such as the diversity talk during the Presidential inauguration.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Diversity_FatimaMubasher-900x675.jpg)
University Diversity Task Force Update
Diamond Naga Siu, News Editor
• October 3, 2016
![Charlton McIlwain, associate professor of MCC in the Steinhardt School and Task-Force co-chair, talks to Andrew Hamilton about the Ad Hoc task force. (via facebook.com)](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/taskforce_facebook-900x600.jpg)
New University Task Force Furthers NYU Diversity Efforts
Yulin Lou, Contributing Writer
• March 4, 2016
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Yezen Saadah, Editor-in-Chief • July 9, 2024
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Julia Smerling, Photo Editor • June 18, 2024
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Yezen Saadah, Editor-in-Chief • June 18, 2024
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Mikaylah Du, Under the Arch Editor • June 15, 2024