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Off-Third: Give the Oxford comma a break
One little mark is a helpful, clarifying, and necessary breath of fresh air. Stop getting rid of it.
Matthew Franco, Contributing Writer
• April 21, 2022
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How in-person experiences continue despite the pandemic
In-person classes, labs and art studios this semester provide insight into what a post-pandemic NYU might look like.
Roshni Raj, Deputy News Editor
• March 15, 2021
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Though many dread it, the core course can teach students concepts that are both useful and interesting.
Diya Jain, Columnist
• April 30, 2019
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Required Writing Class Needs Updating
Louis Rodriguez, Contributing Writer
• April 17, 2017
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Alexandra Pierson, Theater & Books Editor
• August 28, 2016
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Norwegia Cruise, Contributing Writer
• April 1, 2015
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April 1, 2014
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What’s in your bag: Dora Zhang
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