Five Hopes for a Transformative Future for NYUAD — A Letter from a Graduating Senior

In this heartfelt letter, a graduating senior urges for thoughtful considerations in forging a brighter future for everyone at NYU Abu Dhabi.

Brazilians Prove Not Ready to Get Rid of Far-Right

Brazil’s presidential election saw an unexpected strong showing by far-right incumbent Jair Bolsonaro and his allies, leading to a runoff. Brazilian democracy is at stake, with many implications for not only us Brazilians but the world.

Reflecting on the War in Nagorno-Karabakh

In 2020, Azeri drones and military succeeded in claiming the territories of Nagorno-Karabakh. This piece reflects on the history of this conflict, the international power dynamics that influence it and the lasting impacts of the events.

Understanding Hyperpop: the First Generation Raised by the Internet

Deconstructing gender performance, making sense of an over-technologic world, and scrutinizing conservative thinking: what is hyperpop, and how is its rise related to the current generation of technology users and those eager to speak out?

FOMST is Eurocentric. Now, There’s an Alternative.

Introduced as a result of student feedback on Eurocentrism in the social sciences, Modern Social Theory puts traditional Western thought in dialogue with non-Western, postcolonial and feminist sources.

Living at the Borderline

Dealing with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) on a small college campus.

How a Dishonest Article Hides Under the Guise of Conversation

How a disingenuous argument about preferred pronouns hides intolerance under the guise of intellectual discussion.

NYUAD, Let’s Talk Travel

Travelling during breaks is an assumed eventuality for NYU Abu Dhabi students, but it is important to consider what such frequent travel really means for low income students on campus.