New York City

Steer Clear of Midtown: The Ultimate NYC Christmas Activity List For Locals

Emma Troise, Manhattan College

Avoid the Midtown crowds — get to know the heart of New York City with these holiday celebrations!…

December 14, 2023

Street Art: Good or Bad Art?

Julia Ray, Northern Arizona University

Is graffiti “art”? What makes art, art?…

December 2, 2023

Joe Satriani: An Innovative Legendary Guitarist

Danni Shuai, University of Southern California

Follow Us Can you imagine someone using only an electric guitar to tell stories and convey complex emotions? Before listening to Joe Satriani’s music, I used to view the electric guitar merely as one element…

October 21, 2023

In an article about two essays about New York City, a post card with the words "New York City" across a cityscape. The post card is in a grey rain puddle.

Their Lost New York: Essays by F. Scott Fitzgerald and Lewis Mumford

Matthew Doss, University of Chicago

F. Scott Fitzgerald and Lewis Mumford present their visions of old New York.…

October 18, 2023

In an article about 24-hour homecare worker shifts, a homecare worker wears a lime green shirt and a face mask while helping a woman in glasses and a black and white striped shirt who sits on a bed.

The Horror of 24-Hour Shifts

Connor Lindsay, Queens University of Charlotte

Home Care Workers in New York Face Inhuman Working Conditions…

October 5, 2023

In an article about thrift stores, a clothes rack with sweaters in various shades of beige hanging from it. To the left of the clothes rack are two tan pieces of wheat.

The Best and Most Affordable Thrift Stores In NYC

Alex Muniz, Pace University

How better to spend a day than exploring secondhand shops, finding cute clothes, and having enough money left over to buy food?…

August 18, 2023

‘And Just Like That…’ It’s Like Aidan Never Left

Ally Najera, California State University, Northridge

Big or Aidan? Season 2 of the Sex and the City reboot reintroduces an old flame.…

August 13, 2023

30 Years Later, ‘Seinfeld’ Remains Timeless

Matthew Doss, University of Chicago

Known for its masterful writing and award-winning comedic performances, the staple '90s sitcom holds up in the 21st century.…

August 10, 2023

In an article about the Rubin Museum's 'Death Is Not the End' exhibit, a skull with a snake slithering through one eye socket rips through a black canvas that reads "Death Is Not the End."

‘Death Is Not the End’ Explores Life’s Greatest Mystery

Matthew Doss, University of Chicago

A cross-cultural exhibition at the Rubin Museum contemplates Buddhist and Christian conceptions of the afterlife.…

August 5, 2023

An illustration of the New York City silhouette set against a colorful sunset background.

Lost in New York City: Solo Travel Diaries

Reatha-Mae Newman, SUNY College at Brockport

An unplanned trip by myself to NYC became one of my most cherished memories.…

July 6, 2023

In an article that talks about how intrusive street interviews can be, a man whose head is a large eyeball stares at a young girl and shoves a microphone into her face.

Man On The Street: Exploiting and Commercializing Vulnerability

Emily Chang, Wellesley College

Viral street interviews do not only disrupt a public space's peace, but also slander and humiliate their interviewees.…

June 23, 2023

in article about new york city, illustration of a covid-19 cell floating behind the skyline of new york

Will New York City Ever Recover From COVID-19?

Valentina Palomino, SUNY Old Westbury

Though the pandemic is slowing down, the city still faces its long-term effects. …

November 14, 2022

Living the High Life in Manhattan

Liana Sameth, Pace University

The Manhattan skyline is very distinct thanks to its modern skyscrapers, but very few people can afford to live in them. What does that say about the American Dream?…

June 28, 2022

An illustration of protestors against the Brooklyn Tower

The Brooklyn Tower Is New York’s Reckoning With Gentrification

Niall Calvert, Wesleyan University

As Brooklyn’s newest skyscraper rises, expectations for an equitable future for the borough plummet.…

June 19, 2022

The Radio City Rockettes (Photo by Joseph Pearson from Unsplash)

After Almost a Century, the Rockettes Remain Synonymous With the Holiday Season

Joy Young, Chapman University

As cheer fills the air this winter, let's remember this popular Christmas dancing performance at Radio City Music Hall.…

December 21, 2021

Cycling in New York City Is Both Beautiful and Dangerous

Mason Cannon, Columbia University

There's a certain kind of thrill in taking your bike out on the streets of the city that never sleeps.…

September 22, 2021

The August Central Park Concert Offers Grand Post-Pandemic Festivities

Niall Calvert, Wesleyan University

The long-awaited music event offers a star-studded musical roster and heralds a return to live festivals for New York City.…

July 28, 2021

Salvation Mountain in article about things to do this summer

No Plans This Summer? Here Are Ideas for Fun in Some Big Cities

Kiera Baity, Kennesaw State University

With warmer months coming up and the coronavirus seemingly coming to an end, there are plenty of events popping up in LA, New York City and Atlanta to make a season full of memories. …

May 26, 2021

Oh K-Dog in article about New York City food

Embrace Your Inner Foodie at These 5 Restaurants in New York City

Arianna Taylor, University of Rochester

How can we do our part to support and enjoy what NYC cuisine has to offer in a fun and safe way?…

May 18, 2021

Illustration of the New York City skyline.

7 Ideal Locations for Socially Distanced Spring Activities in New York City

Arianna Taylor, University of Rochester

Winter has ended but the pandemic is still present across the country. These NYC spots make for the perfect COVID-19-safe activities.…

April 7, 2021

In Spite of Pandemic Worries, New York City Isn’t Dead

Farah Javed, CUNY Baruch College

COVID-19 fears may be fueling an exodus from the Big Apple, but the city is resilient and will bounce back — like it's done numerous times before.…

October 10, 2020

Because of COVID-19, NYC and LA Are Seeing Their Housing Problem Get Worse

Abigail Adeleke, University of Miami

People once flocked to these two big cities, but faced with the pandemic, job losses and increasing costs of living, residents are now fleeing these American metropolises.…

September 28, 2020

What Was With All the Fireworks This Summer?

Chase Cutarelli, Columbia University

Over the last few months, there has been a surge of illegal firework displays across the nation. But what prompted them in the first place?…

September 16, 2020

New York City’s 4 Best Thrift Stores That Offer Sustainability and Style

McKenna Uzelac, Columbia University

As eco-friendly shopping becomes more trendy, NYC secondhand shops are receiving more attention. But some are better than others.…

August 27, 2020

Making It From Suburbia to The City, Only to Quarantine at Home

Cathleen Luo, Columbia University

What to do when you’ve spent your life trying to escape your hometown in suburban New Jersey for New York City, only to get whisked back because of the pandemic.…

July 10, 2020