4 CULTURE 9 OPINION From Student to Gucci Runway Incompetence and Disaster in the Model in Just a Few Months Democratic Party

6 ARTS 10 SPORTS Clive First-Year Crushes Musical Men’s Volleyball Bump, Set and Conventionality with Charisma Spike Its Way to an Undefeated Start

VOLUME LIV | ISSUE 3 MONDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2020

Stigma Dominates Coronavirus Conversation in NYC Media coverage, social media postings and institutional responses to coronavirus have inflamed anti-Asian sentiment in NYC and beyond.

By EMILY MASON News Editor

The coronavirus has con- sumed social media platforms recently, and the conversation and containment efforts sur- rounding the virus have inflamed years-old stigmas against Asians in New York City. Coronavirus, a pneumo- nia-like virus which originated in Central China’s Hubei province, has killed 811 people in China and infected 37,198, accord- ing to China’s National Health Commission. The concern in the United States surrounding the spread of the disease has domi- nated news cycles and tensions have built in New York City as the total number of people tested for the deadly disease in the city has risen to five.

CHARLIE DODGE | WSN CONTINUED ON PAGE 2 Masks are worn to prevent against the spread of airborne diseases. In light of the recent coronavirus outbreak, many have taken heightened health measures. Exploring the Empty Met

Words and Photos by of Art of New York City is the larg- informed me of a three-hour win- CELIA TEWEY est art museum in the United States, dow of private guided walkthroughs Exposures Editor with its roots dating back to 1860s before the museum opens at 10 a.m. Paris. Thousands of people visit the on Saturdays and Sundays. The tours Anyone who has ever been to the Met every day to see masterpieces allow for photographers, art geeks, Metropolitan Museum of Art on a by artists such as Edgar Degas, Van historians and everyone in between to weekend will know it’s a brag-worthy Gogh, O’Keeffe, Monet, Warhol and access a completely private, open and achievement to even get a glimpse at countless others. With 7.35 million spacious Met for a few quiet hours. As something without getting shoved, visitors to its three locations in 2018 a photographer, having the opportu- pushed and rushed out of the way. For alone, it was the third most visited art nity to photograph these empty halls, a photographer, it is next to impossi- museum in the world. the lonely statues and the soaring ceil- CELIA TEWEY | WSN ble to get a single picture without 10 I had the privilege of visiting the ings all by myself was a wonder. Even The American Sculpture Wing presents the museum’s unsurpassed collection of American curious tourists in the background, museum on an early Saturday morn- the Grand Steps out front on 82nd monumental sculpture, architectural elements and stained glass. The north end of the open trying (and failing) to duck out of ing at 7 a.m. this past January. A Street were empty. hall is anchored by the Neoclassical facade of the Branch Bank of the United States, which was the way. The Metropolitan Museum hashtag on Instagram, #EmptyMet, CONTINUED ON PAGE 11 originally located on Wall Street. 2 Washington Square News MONDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2020

[email protected] NEWS Edited by LISA COCHRAN and EMILY MASON Stigma Dominates Coronavirus Conversation in NYC

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 “The association of disease with actly like the number, it’s more like “In Asia, it’s actually quite com- son next to you.” Tisch sophomore Sarah Peng was Chinese and Asians is a long historical the common flu isn’t racialized in a mon for people who have a cough or Tchen said that it is institutions’ visiting family in China and was plan- one in this country, and also to some way that the coronavirus and other cold to wear a mask as a way to not to responsibility to help bridge cultur- ning to study abroad at NYU Shang- degree in Europe,” Tchen said. “So the diseases like Ebola or Zika,” Peng said. spread it and for them to be actually al divides, especially at a university hai this semester. After classes were de- idea of being associated with some- “These kinds of things become meta- very aware of germ theory,” Tchen as global as NYU. layed once again, she decided to return thing dirty is not necessarily based phors for ‘the other’ or people of col- said. “I think masking, in general, is “The city is responsible for creat- to the NYC campus. on any understanding of the culture. or, and it’s unfair. It’s like we’re under seen as hiding something, so someone ing a different atmosphere, but so are “I go through the coronavirus What’s considered dirty, what’s con- constant scrutiny.” who’s actually trying to be considerate universities like NYU,” Tchen said. hashtag on Twitter, which is terrible,” sidered clean, then automatically gets Johnnie Yu, a CAS sophomore and in their community and cultural con- “Which have far more resources to re- Peng said. “I think because of that, I projected onto race.” an E-board member of NYU’s Chi- text is perceived de facto as somehow ally grapple with these questions, but am very cautious when I’m outside — The beginnings of anti-Chinese nese Students Society, emphasized the dangerous or a disease spreader.” actually don’t take them as seriously as I’m very afraid of coughing or sneez- sentiment in the United States date harm that can be caused by tactless ref- Tchen says media irresponsibility they should, other than simply having ing or sniffling even a little bit because back to the 19th century when Chi- erences to the virus. lies in misdirected focus, citing cover- public alerts that some PR person or it does feel like someone might look at nese people began migrating to the “I’ve heard some people call the age of a shortage of masks rather than some vice president is responsible for me and think I’m diseased.” country to join American workforce, coronavirus ‘the China virus,’” Yu a focus on how diseases are spread, getting out there.” Misinformation surrounding the instead of trying to find employment said. “I think it’s just labeling the bad strains of the flu or overuse of an- Moderating conversations and virus has infected social media plat- in what was a declining Chinese econ- virus and then blaming it on Chi- tibiotics, which present more pressing keeping them based in fact is import- forms. For example, there is the idea omy. Frustrations regarding job com- na, especially when so many people public health concerns. Press coverage ant to controlling panic surrounding that coronavirus originated with peo- petition took the form of resentment are at risk with the coronavirus, and and institutional leaders, Tchen said, the virus, according to Yu. ple eating bat soup spurred by a You- towards growing Chinatowns, which everyone’s really trying to mitigate are responsible for properly contextu- “It’s unlikely that the coronavi- Tube video of a Chinese woman hold- were imagined to be unclean areas the issue. I think it’s been a bit dis- alizing coronavirus. rus will affect a majority of students ing a bat with chopsticks, which went filled with opium dens, and eventually heartening for Chinese students and “The headlines, certainly, and the in NYU,” Yu said, “judging by how viral near the time of the outbreak. the Chinese Exclusion Act, the first the community.” announcements that higher-ups write many cases there are in the Western This video only assisted in fueling the and only federal law banning a sin- The history of perceiving Chinese to assuage fear, but oftentimes in some world and the mitigation practices fire, contributing to the trope that gle nationality. people as unclean conflates with cul- ways contribute to it, about coronavi- we’re taking to ensure that it doesn’t Chinese food is unsanitary and con- This history rears its head in the tural miscommunication to create a rus in particular,” Tchen said. “With- affect us. [The paranoia] mostly sists of exotic animals. virality of the coronavirus, Peng said. stigma-ridden conversation surround- out the context that’s more informed comes from how we talk about issues Founder of the Asian/Pacific/ Though the common flu has caused ing the coronavirus, Tchen said. An and less panicky, people are just kind like this, and how people perceive American Institute at NYU and Rut- 10,000 deaths this season alone, pan- example of one of these miscommu- of responding to the fear. Then all of Chinese students.” gers professor John Kuo Wei Tchen ic remains centered around the for- nications is the perception of medical a sudden something like coronavirus commented on the stereotypical view eign-born disease. masks, which have become prevalent feels like it’s lurking on our block, or Email Emily Mason of Chinese people as unclean. “I think the point of that isn’t ex- on the streets of New York. lurking with the Asian-looking per- at [email protected]. Stern MBA Program is Designated STEM

By EMILY MASON U.S. for more time after graduation. two year program is the second Stern program as opposed to a select track “If someone got into an Ivy League News Editor STEM groups science, technology, MBA program to be dubbed STEM as or concentration in the program,” JP school versus NYU, they may well go engineering and mathematics disci- of January 2nd. Eggers, Stern’s Vice Dean for MBA to an Ivy League, especially if they are NYU Stern’s MBA program received plines under one umbrella. The des- “Many top MBA programs have Programs, told WSN in an email. “The from somewhere else in the United a STEM designation, increasing the ignation reflects Stern’s analytics- and announced STEM designations, al- fact is that STEM skills are a ubiqui- States,” Subrahmanyam said. “But with program’s appeal for international stu- technology-heavy curriculum, accord- though Stern is one of a select few to tous skill set today that help MBA stu- the foreign students we’ve got a bit of a dents by allowing them to work in the ing to a press release. The full time, receive the designation for its entire dents compete for jobs.” better shot at getting that person.” But the designation does more than Originally from Greece, Stern soph- reflect a STEM-based curriculum — omore Michail Angelos Pantouvakis it also has important implications for studies in the U.S. on a visa and said international students. International that the STEM designation is an im- student visas for non-STEM programs portant development. allow graduates to stay in the country “It’s a major thing [...] maybe I’ll do for 18 months for optional practical it,” Pantouvakis said. “After I graduate, training, or OPT, but STEM student I need to get sponsored by someone, visas allow for three years after gradu- by a company — otherwise I have to ation instead. Professor Marti Subrah- leave the U.S. If they make it a STEM manyam said this issue is particularly program now that’s a whole lot bet- relevant for NYU. ter because I can stay longer, look for “NYU has a larger proportion of more opportunities after the extra two foreign students than many of its peer years of the MBA.” schools,” Subrahmanyam said, “so this Stern worked with the university for means that a significant portion of the months to match its curriculum with Stern student body would be affect- the requirements for a STEM designa- ed by the previously-short practical tion, according to Eggers. training period.” “The Department of Education has In 2019, OPT was threatened when a taxonomy and these guys are using the Washington Alliance of Technol- that. Both the Department of Educa- ogy Workers sued the Department of tion and Department of Homeland Homeland Security, claiming it had Security, but the people who actual- overstepped its authority by using ly sign off on it are the immigration OPT to create a loophole for interna- people,” Subrahmanyam said. “This is tional workers in the U.S. without con- not an easy process. I suspect a lot of gressional approval. Subrahmanyam things get rejected. It’s not something says that abolishment of OPT would you just apply for and get.” be a major concern for NYU. Stern currently has five undergrad- “For NYU this would be a disaster, uate programs and six graduate pro- because our whole model is based off grams that fulfill this STEM designa- foreign students,” Subrahmanyam said. tion for F-1 visa holders. Over a hundred U.S. colleges, in- “You need to be able to do statisti- cluding NYU, challenged the suit in cal work, data science work, computer defense of OPT. The U.S. District work, all this kind of stuff,” Subrah- Court ultimately ruled in favor of the manyam said. “You really need those program. NYU is able to capitalize off skills, otherwise you really can’t get a its global reputation to outcompete good position.” other U.S. universities for the bright- MANASA GUDAVALLI | WSN Located on West 4th Street, the Leonard N. Stern School of Business is the business school of New York University. Stern recently est students internationally, according Email Emily Mason received a STEM designation to help out international MBA students. to Subrahmanyam. at [email protected]. MONDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2020 Washington Square News | News 3

CRIME LOG Professors Create Games to Alcohol Possession Improve Brain Function Reported at Tandon U.S. Department of Education through its Institute of Education Sciences with the aim of Plass and his colleagues have done this research for nearly four years with the aim of discovering whether or not cognitive skills can be developed through vid- eo games. The funding represents a push for game-based learning from the department. “Many strong claims are made for the potential of computer games to revolutionize education, but I wanted to take a research-based ap- proach to systematically test these claims,” Mayer said. “We want to develop games that are grounded in a cognitive theory of how people develop skills.” The games are all free and cur- rently accessible on the Apple Store and Google Play. Additionally, the researchers created a handbook out- RACHEL BUIGAS-LOPEZ | WSN lining the studies on game-based learning as well as research results By CRIME BOT open and under investigation. from their own gaming studies which Robot Reporter LEO SHEINGATE | WSN Liquor Law Violation Before each level, All You Can ET shows players which treat monsters crave. It’s a became available last week. lingering question as to whether these educational apps will prove popular enough to Several Tandon students who used From Feb. 1 to 6, the NYU Depart- On Feb. 1 at 1:19 a.m., an RA re- achieve their academic goal. the game and claimed to be familiar ment of Public Safety received one re- ported underage alcohol posses- with the programming technology port of Fraud, one report of Criminal sion in Third North Hall. The case By SILVIA GUI your cognitive function [and] can used for the games commented on Mischief, one report of Drug Law is closed and referred to the Office Contributing Writer improve your learning,” NYU Stein- their enjoyment of them. Violation, six reports of Harassment, of Community Standards. hardt professor Jan L. Plass, a co-de- “Programming the app seems not eight reports of Liquor Law Viola- On Feb. 1 at 1:31 a.m., an RA re- Three research-based game apps veloper for the games, said. very difficult,” Tandon first-year tion, two reports of Robbery and one ported underage alcohol posses- co-programmed by an NYU Stein- Plass worked with Professor Bruce Zihan Zhang said, after playing the report of Simple Assault. sion in Third North Hall. The case hardt professor along with professors D. Homer from the City University games for 10 minutes. “As you play is closed and referred to the Office from the City University of New York of New York and Professor Richard longer, you can feel that you are Fraud of Community Standards. and the University of California, San- E. Mayer from the University of Cal- better at it.” On Feb. 3 at 7:40 a.m., a staff On Feb. 1 at 11:02 p.m., an RA ta Barbara have been proven to devel- ifornia, Santa Barbara. But Tandon first-year Hongyi member reported an attempted reported underage alcohol pos- op cognitive skills, as determined by “Our research shows that playing Zheng does not think the apps fraud in 726 Broadway. A police re- session in Othmer Hall. The case studies on the apps’ effectiveness. a game such as All You Can ET for will become popular enough to port was filed and the case is open is closed and referred to the Office The games were all developed at two hours can help students improve prove effective. and under investigation. of Community Standards. NYU Create — a consortium com- the executive function of skills being “Gwakkamole is similar to ‘Poke On Feb. 1 at 11:06 p.m., an RA bining education and gaming app able to switch efficiently between a Mole.’ I think there is not much Criminal Mischief reported underage alcohol pos- technology. The first game, Gwak- tasks,” Mayer said. difference between these three apps On Feb. 4 at 12:30 p.m., a Public session in Lipton Hall. The case is kamole, trains inhibitory control, For one of the games, All You Can and the other ones,” said Zheng, “I Safety Officer reported witness- closed and referred to the Office which enables people to control their ET, app users need to feed a monster don’t think people will spend two ing graffiti at the Kimmel Center of Community Standards. impulses. The second game, Crush- based on the monster’s preferenc- hours playing it.” for University Life. The case is On Feb. 2 at 6:10 p.m., an RA Stations, develops working memo- es. As players progress through the Zheng’s claims could be affirmed open and under investigation. reported underage alcohol pos- ry, the part of short-term memory game, the monsters change their de- by a 2016 study which found that, session in Rubin Hall. The case is that stores information currently in sires more frequently, thus increasing on average, college-aged students Drug Law Violation closed and referred to the Office use, like recalling a phone number. the difficulty of the game. have 10-15 minute attention spans. On Feb. 6 at 11:51 a.m., an RA of Community Standards. The third, All You Can ET, trains “We found that even after 20 min- Regardless, Mayer indicated that the reported a drug law violation in On Feb. 2 at 10:20 p.m., an RA cognitive flexibility, the ability to utes [of All You Can ET], you see research is ongoing and the group’s Founders Hall. The case is closed reported underage alcohol pos- multitask or mentally switch be- first signs of improvements in exec- next goals are to convert the games and referred to the Office of Com- session in Third Avenue North. The tween two concepts. utive functions on measures that psy- into virtual reality. munity Standards. case is closed and referred to the “We want to show that [ ... ] these chologists use,” Plass said. Office of Community Standards. On Feb. 2 at 10:56 p.m., an RA kinds of technologies can improve The project was funded by the Email Silvia Gui at [email protected]. Harassment On Feb. 1 at 4:47 p.m., a student reported underage alcohol pos- reported being harassed in Lipton session in Othmer Hall. The case Hall. The case is open and under is closed and referred to the Office investigation. of Community Standards. On Feb. 3 at 3:30 p.m., a student On Feb. 6 at 11:02 p.m., an RA reported an incident of harass- reported underage alcohol pos- ment in Alumni Hall. Police notifi- session in Founders Hall. The case cation was declined and the case is closed and referred to the Office is open and under investigation. of Community Standards. On Feb. 3 at 11:02 a.m., a stu- dent reported an incident of ha- Robbery rassment in 404 Lafayette Street. On Feb. 2 at 6 p.m., a student Police notification was declined reported a robbery in Washington and the case is open and under in- Square South. Police notification vestigation. was declined and the case is open On Feb. 6 at 9:12 a.m., a staff and under investigation. member reported an incident of On Feb. 4 at 3:30 p.m., a staff harassment at Washington Square member reported a missing laptop Park. Police notification was de- in Fairchild. A police report was clined and the case is open and filed and the case is open and un- under investigation. der investigation. On Feb. 6 at 10:39 a.m., a Star- bucks staff member reported an Simple Assault incident of harassment in Star- On Feb. 6 at 4:24 p.m., a student bucks at the Square. The case is reported a simple assault on Bow- open and under investigation. ery and 2nd Street. A police report On Feb. 6 at 8:36 a.m., a staff was filed and the case is open and member reported an incident of under investigation. harassment on East 10th Street and Fifth Avenue. Police notifica- Email Crime Bot tion was declined and the case is at [email protected]. 4 Washington Square News MONDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2020

[email protected] CULTURE Edited by BELLA GIL Lessons From Celebrity Encounters Told By NYU Students By ADDISON ALOIAN Some people like CAS sophomore was her, so I got a pic with her too.” celebrity,” she said. However, she took Lillie Connors, maintain their silence. Contributing Writer Valentina Parra-Rodriguez just seem to CAS junior Tori Bianco is another the risk and asked Rodriguez for a pic- After seeing “Hadestown,” the musical, attract celebrities. She’s seen celebrities lucky student to have experienced a ture. “Then I said ‘I just wanna let you last October, Connors ran into Reeve One of the best parts about living in from Matt Damon to Jacob Elordi and celebrity encounter. She met “Jane the know you’re even more perfect in per- Carney, one of the show’s stars. New York is constant celebrity sight- Zendaya. She spotted the rumored cou- Virgin” star Gina Rodriguez. son,’ and I started to walk away.” “I was walking up the subway stairs ings. As NYU students, we can brag ple while walking on Houston to meet “Gina Rodriguez was filming ‘Some- To her surprise, the actress grabbed of the West Fourth station a week later, that we walk past stars on the daily her roommate at a nearby Chipotle. one Great’ in Washington Square Bianco’s shoulder and replied, “Thank and he was walking down, so we made whether it’s strolling by the Kimmel “I was like, ‘Oh my god, hi, can I take Park,” she said. you, by the way, you’re stunning.” eye contact but, like, there was no time Center for University Life or weaving a picture?’ and [Elordi] said yes,” she re- After her sorority sisters alerted Bian- “And then I cried in the park,” to say ‘hi,’” she said. through the crowds at Times Square. If called. “Zendaya was the one who took co to Rodriguez’s presence, she sprinted Bianco admitted. Similarly, Global Public Health ju- you’ve ever seen a celebrity, you know the photo. And she handed my phone across campus. While some celebrities welcome self- nior Anelis Hernandez has seen both how intimidating they can be. back to me, and I didn’t even realize it “I would normally never go up to a ies and compliments, others don’t want John Legend and Phoebe Tonkin roam- to be bothered. CAS junior Kayla Ar- ing around SoHo near NYU’s Broome radondo has been lucky to see four ce- Street Residence Hall. She saw Legend lebrities in the city: Tyler, the Creator, in Taasha’s Deli, which he frequents. Guillermo Diaz, Vanessa Williams and “When I realized it was him, I was Ben Schwartz. She spotted both Tyler, like, ‘I just wanna see him’ because the Creator and Guillermo Diaz on this was the first time I saw a celebri- Lafayette next to the NYU Broome St. ty,” Hernandez said. “I didn’t talk to shuttle stop, but didn’t speak to either. him because I didn’t wanna bother “[Tyler, the Creator] was just casual- him. They’re people too, so it must ly strolling in the middle of a circle of get annoying.” four bodyguards,” she said. That same year, she saw Phoe- As for Diaz, she didn’t approach him be Tonkin, who starred in an ear- because she could tell he didn’t want ly 2000s TV-show, “H20: Just Add to be bothered. Water,” in passing on the way to the Although Arradondo did not talk to Broome shuttle stop. Tyler, the Creator or Guillermo Diaz, “I did a really obnoxious double take she did get to meet Vanessa Williams but didn’t bother her on the off-chance during the NYC Pride March last year. that it wasn’t her,” she said. “But it was “She was in a huge -ss rainbow-feath- because it was the day she posted an In- er, coat-type thing, strolling with a team stagram photo in SoHo.” of eight people around her,” she said. Regardless of whether or not you de- “We sprinted to catch up to her, and cide to talk to a celebrity when you see then finally, we got close. My friend one, it still makes for a great story and chickened out, but I asked her, ‘Hi Ms. lets you flex on your friends. Another Williams, can I please have a picture?’ piece of advice: hang out at the NYU And she said, ‘Yeah, hurry up.’” Broome shuttle stop. While some students strike up cour-

PHOTO COURTESY OF VALENTINA PARRA-RODRIGUEZ age to speak to celebs in the heat of the Email Addison Aloian Sophomore Valentina Parra-Rodriguez with actor and model Jacob Elordi. Students frequently run into celebrities in NYC. moment, others like Tandon first-year at [email protected].

From Student to Gucci Runway Model in Just a Few Months By CHAD EVANS The scout gave Mangan his card and he It’s a seminal moment in any model’s der-length hair, cobalt eyes and acute ing career may be difficult to ignite and Staff Writer would soon be signed with IMG, a ma- career to walk for such an eminent and cheekbones help attract casting oppor- sustain, but Mangan’s shows no sign of jor goal for aspiring models that Mangan storied label. Mangan’s moment would tunities, but it is his likable demeanor burning out anytime soon. Upon being signed, Finlay Mangan’s achieved from the start. be made complete when, dressed in a and dedication that helps secure jobs in agency asked him what his ideal mod- “I think I had an unusual entry to the yellow tiger print overcoat in homage to an industry that values professionalism Email Chad Evans eling gig would be. He answered that it industry,” Mangan said. “A lot of people Kurt Cobain, he became the signature as much as looks. A successful model- at [email protected]. would be a Gucci runway show, citing will get scouted by what’s called a moth- look of the show. their eclecticism and dominance in the er agency that acts as a manager for the Before leaving Europe, Mangan ap- fashion world. Several months later, his models and they introduce them to the peared on the runway again but this time first international fashion show just so larger agencies, like IMG.” in Paris for 1017 ALYX 9SM. This show happened to be Gucci’s Autumn/Win- By September, Mangan had landed saw him walking alongside the likes of su- ter 2020 Menswear runway show at Mi- his first runway gig, walking for R13 at permodels Bella Hadid and Kaia Gerber. lan Fashion Week. New York Fashion Week. By Decem- Mangan is now back in New York and The CAS first-year’s modeling career ber, he had appeared as the sole male continuing to work in the fashion week is currently on an anomalous, swift rise. model in The Marc Jacobs Pre-Fall circuit. By the time of this article’s publi- Mangan, who is from Fairfield, Con- 2020 lookbook. cation, he will have appeared in the Palm necticut, admitted modeling was never At the turn of the year, Mangan had Angels Autumn/Winter 2020 show for on his mind growing up. yet to venture outside of the United New York Fashion Week. “It was definitely something I didn’t States for work but had already accu- Such unmitigated success can make seek out,” Mangan said. “I suppose my mulated experience in the top tier of the one forget that Mangan’s career began mom was like ‘you need to do that’ New York Fashion industry, skipping the less than a year ago. Exuding a sense of when I was younger but I never took early regional stages of modeling that can unforced humility when recounting his that seriously.” take some models years to surpass. accomplishments, Mangan seems gen- Instead, his upbringing in suburban This all would change in January of uinely grounded, yet focused on his ca- Connecticut was occupied with academ- 2020 when he boarded a flight to Par- reer trajectory. He speaks earnestly and ics and skating. He delegated his creative is in an aim to walk the runways of the evokes a down-to-earth sensibility more energy to playing bass in the indie pop European Autumn/Winter Menswear expected of someone living in the heart- band Similar Kind. Day trips to the city weeks. Once there, he flew to Italy for land than downtown Manhattan. to go skating at the LES Coleman Skate- Milan Fashion Week. When addressing his career, he carries park had piqued his interest in New York “When flying to these places, you’re reverence that acknowledges the ephem- and the atmosphere he discovered at not sure what castings you’re doing or if erality of modeling and his gratitude for NYU on a campus tour was enough to you even have a show,” Mangan said. his rare success. Despite having eyes set submit an early decision application. In such uncertain circumstances, on future runway shows and print cam- Having been accepted several months it would only make sense to have the paigns, Mangan admitted the fickle na- earlier and with an arrival at NYU on the most coveted house in fashion reach out ture of the industry. near horizon, Mangan was at the Gover- to personally request that he attend a “There’s no certainty, no security, nor’s Ball Music Festival in the summer closed casting call. Mangan spent near- no consistency. It’s definitely passive in- of 2019 when he was approached be- ly a day with Gucci and their extensive come,” Mangan said. ALEX TRAN | WSN tween sets by a scout from IMG Models casting procedures before being con- He still has every reason to keep reach- Finlay Mangan is a freshman from CAS. His career just happened to start with model- Worldwide, a top-tier modeling agency. firmed for the show. ing higher, however. Mangan’s shoul- ing for Gucci’s 2020 Autumn Winter Menswear runway show at Milan Fashion Week. MONDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2020 Washington Square News | Culture 5

Six Places for a More Than Just a Little Shop

By RIA MITTAL promptly greeted us with an explana- Dumplings for them. Though served on Low-Key Night Out Staff Writer tion of the menu. beautiful plates, both dishes fell flat. The The drinks we ordered were named Pepa Goat was pretty underwhelming, Imagine craving Doritos on a night the Turmeric, the Celery and the Straw- and my friends found the texture of the out and not having to leave the build- berry, three of their bestsellers, and they meat in the duck dumplings unusual but ing to get them. I know that sounds like all came out looking vibrant. My friend enjoyed the curry it was served in, not to a dream, but thanks to The Little Shop found the flavor of the Turmeric to be mention they weren’t pleased with get- in the Manhattan Seaport District, it can different than anything she had ever tried, ting only three dumplings for $13. now be a reality. The Little Shop may while I had to settle for being impressed Disregarding the disappointing culi- seem like just an extra clean New York by the presentation. The dark red garnish nary experience, the drinks and the overall City bodega on the outside, but, once and the antique cup it was served in sup- feel of the place sufficed for a good time. you enter, there’s a secret speakeasy in the ported the vintage vibe of the place. My friends and I enjoyed the juxtaposi- back waiting to surprise you. Satisfied with the drinks, we moved tion of the vintage design to the modern, CHELSEA LI | WSN Since The Little Shop has been praised onto the speakeasy’s “Bites” menu, upbeat music. The age of the customers Spot Dessert’s matcha lava cake is made of a chocolate sponge filled with warm mat- for its signature cocktails and speakeasy which turned out to be not very vegetari- varied widely, from college kids like us cha ganache. This popular dessert shop is just one of six must-try places for the next time you’re looking for a laid-back night out. menu, I decided to bring along two an-friendly. There were only “try” dishes to an older crowd of middle-aged New friends of age to order and get a better that a vegetarian or a vegan could eat. In Yorkers. I would definitely recommend idea of the full menu. We arrived at 8:30 the meantime, my friends felt confused The Little Shop for a casual night out By MEHHMA MALHI that always manages to fill the space, p.m. on a Friday, not expecting a crowd. by the variety of cuisines offered; it felt or even for a first Tinder date you don’t Contributing Writer it is a great place to get a little boozy True to what we anticipated, the bodega like the speakeasy was trying to do too want to invite over, but make sure to pick while keeping it low-key. seemed empty with only the cashier in much and, yet, wasn’t doing enough at up some Doritos on your way out instead A night out in New York City has “Big Daddy’s has everything one sight. But once we crossed the aisles of the same time. We settled on the Pepa of navigating the expensive dining menu. no definitive meaning. It can refer to could possibly want from a good low- slightly upscale convenience products, we Goat for me, which was just tiny peppers a wild adventure to the hippest bar or key night out: comfort food, tempting were caught off guard by the hustle and stuffed with goat cheese, and the Duck Email Ria Mittal at [email protected]. club, but every now and then, you may milkshakes and a witty trivia game for bustle of the speakeasy, separated from feel exhausted at the end of the day and those who prefer their dinner with a the shop by a sliding door. prefer a more easygoing night out. Listed pinch of brain-teasing,” said CAS junior As we slid open the door, an extremely below are six places that are still a good Nadia Koritareva. drunk older man stumbled out and asked time, albeit more toned down. if we knew there was “alcohol back there” Cha-An Teahouse: and not just “a pizza place.” At the speak- Mudspot Café & Restaurant 230 E. 9th St. easy, I was immediately struck by how au- 307 E. 9th St. (12 p.m. - 11 p.m., 12 a.m. on the thentic the decor looked — from the in- (7:30 a.m. - 12 a.m.) weekend) tricate floral wallpaper to the period light Mudspot is for the true coffee ad- Taking it down a notch, we now turn pieces and mirrors — it radiated an air of dict. It’s one of the most famous cof- to Cha-An Teahouse. Hidden from the nostalgia. The size of the establishment fee houses in New York City. Coupled streets of New York, it sits on the sec- was surprising, too. It seemed no bigger with their delicious coffee, they have a ond floor of a building on 9th Street. than a living room with a few couches few classic desserts and a great selec- Giving off an extremely calming at- here and there, and a bar along the wall. tion of food. mosphere, Cha-An Teahouse offers Considering the amount of space, RIA MITTAL | WSN “I like going to MUD on the week- a wide and extensive list of teas and the speakeasy was extremely crowded. The interior of The Little Shop is characteristic of a typical New York bodega. However, ends because it’s the perfect place tea-infused cocktails, paired with We sat by the bar, where the bartender an unsuspecting door leads to a secret speakeasy with drinks and a food menu. to grab a coffee with some pals late some delicious desserts. It is a great at night,” said Aggie Dent, SPS junior. spot to catch up with friends and have “There is great food, perfect for late- a relaxing night out on the town. night snacks. My friends and I go there “A hole in the wall tea spot where to have a fun Friday night without the there is no worry in the world. Just sip pressures of a party atmosphere.” on tea while you spill the tea,” said SPS The café is dimly lit with fairy lights junior Melvin Nguyen. and quirky lamps while the dark brown interior and narrow spaces give the Spot Dessert Bar café a warm and comforting ambiance. 13 St. Marks Pl. (12 p.m. - 12 a.m., 1 a.m. on the weekend) The Uncommons: Spot Dessert Bar may not be the 230 Thompson St. most well-known, however it is one of (8:30 a.m. - 12 a.m. on Mon- the most delicious dessert places. Lo- day-Thursday, 1 a.m. on Friday cated near campus, it is a great spot to and Saturday, 11 p.m. on Sun- satisfy your late-night sweet tooth. day) “I went to spot for the first time this Coining themselves as “Manhat- semester, and I can’t believe I hadn’t tan’s first board game café,” the Un- gone sooner,” said CAS junior Mark commons seats 65 people and takes Malcom. “It’s a super cozy place with reservations. There’s something here great music and really artsy desserts. for everyone. Serving coffee, food and It may be a bit pricey but it’s worth a even beer, the Uncommons boasts an visit or five.” original concept. While enjoying your drinks and catching up with friends, Bubby’s: you can play a game of Scrabble or 120 Hudson St. even Catan and maybe even make (8 a.m. - 10 p.m., 11 p.m. on the a few more friends while you are at weekend) it. It is a great scene to chill with your Known for its pancakes, Bubby’s is friends and catch up, whether it’s for a not a place where you would typically quick game or if you play for hours. think of spending a night out. Howev- “It’s a great place to just lose track er, Bubby’s vibe at night is incredibly of time in. Especially worth the money pleasant. With soft lighting and a bus- if you stay for longer and try lots of dif- tling restaurant, the bar is a good place ferent games!” said CAS senior Isla Na. to sit and have a few drinks. With an extensive list of beers, it is a quiet and Big Daddy’s slightly more relaxed place to catch up 239 Park Ave S (7 a.m. - 12 with a friend. a.m., 2 a.m. on Friday and Sat- urday, 11 p.m. on Sunday) Whether you are looking for the Keeping on the theme of games and wildest time of your life or a laid-back food, we travel further up Midtown to evening with friends, there is something look at one of the coolest old-school for everyone in New York. Although the diners in town — Big Daddy’s. Con- city has some of the most famous bars taining old trivia cards and a vibrant and clubs in the world, it also has many décor, Big Daddy’s serves some of the wonderful places for a mellow night out. most delicious boozy shakes in town. So the next time you are looking for a Coupled with its extensive menu that more temperate night out, these are just serves breakfast throughout dinner a few possibilities. time, Big Daddy’s also plays some of the chillest and old-school tunes. With Email Mehhma Malhi bright lighting and the constant bustle at [email protected] 6 Washington Square News MONDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2020

[email protected] ARTS Edited by KAYLEE DEFREITAS and ETHAN ZACK Clive First-Year Crushes Musical Conventionality with Charisma

By NICOLAS PEDRERO-SETZER by the fact that he’s in a “program with Music Editor such creative people.” He now holds the ability to warp his sounds as much as Sporting a puffy yellow jacket and he’d like, to explore any genre he might an unguarded smile, Jackson Craig sits be interested in and work with a variety before me, ready to distill his knowledge of artists that carry the same enthusiasm of dad-rock and good vibes. Hot off the for musical experimentation as he does. release of last year’s “Secrets at the Bot- “Coming here and working with dif- tom of the Pool,” Craig is prepping his ferent artists that might do rap or EDM second concert in New York City as an or all sorts of stuff like that has made up-and-coming first-year at Clive Davis. me think about the direction my music Having performed in Philadelphia ever could take moving forward,” he tells me. since he picked up a guitar at the age It’s a sentiment that not only ap- of ten, Craig now brims with enthu- plies to the ever-evolving sonic condi- siasm, ready to take on the world and tion of Craig’s music, but to his drive redefine our concept of what pop music to experiment with different artis- should sound like. tic mediums too. “Whatever I’m working on next, I “I am a storyteller, that’s probably want it to be a bit more experimental where I get the most joy out of songwrit- with the sound and instruments I’m us- ing,” Craig says. “Even though I started ing,” Craig says. out very much as a musician simply play- Noting the looseness of what pop ing guitar and singing and stuff, as I’ve music can be, Craig looks to recontex- gotten older I’ve been focusing more on tualize familiar sounds with a singular how to convey different ideas and stories GABRIELA MANCINI | WSN spin of his own that draws from 70s through the art that I’m making.” Jackson Craig performs for Summer Love Fest at the World Cafe back in July, 2019. A year later, Jackson continued to experiment with developing a persona through his music. dad-rock, a legacy of soul, and contem- Constantly consuming music, films porary hip-hop. and a myriad of other art forms, Craig “It’s more about the production of notes how each and every artistic force he project he’s been meticulously cultivat- Craig is always looking for ways to con- continue playing gig after gig, just the music,” he tells me, “and experi- encounters impacts his music by show- ing ever since he played gigs across Phil- nect with people via his music. like he did in his early days. He’ll play menting with certain sounds that may ing him how “different stories unfold.” adelphia with a trio of middle schoolers “I want to make music my friends around with his sound and experiment be more familiar to people, and placing “I’m writing stuff down every single who dubbed themselves Skyline. could enjoy and I want to play concerts with a variety of art forms — hopefully, those within the context of my own mu- day, things that strike me, things that in- “[My brand] is something that I’m where people connect,” Craig says. “A that’ll bring him closer to defining what sic, where it might be more about the terest me or other art forms like film that still trying to discover and a lot of that lot of what I’ve been trying to do in New his music is, what it means to him and songwriting or a little more jazzy than may completely redefine my perception comes down to building an audience York is build that audience and I don’t what it signifies for the crowds that sing what’s typically found in the top charts.” of how a story can be told,” Craig says. and seeing what people find enjoy- know ... find something that’s true to with him at every concert. Used to arranging and recording Music, movies and moments from able in my music.” what I’m doing but still marketable to a all of his work from the solitude of his everyday life are all instrumental to the Ever involved in the creation of his bigger audience.” Email Nicolas Pedrero-Setzer bedroom, Craig finds himself overjoyed brand that is Jackson Craig, a musical music and the vision of his persona, Now that Craig is in the city, he’ll at [email protected].

Extremism Burns Slowly in the Mind of ‘Young Ahmed’

By ALEXANDRA BENTZIEN to the story of Ahmed (Idir Ben Addi), a While the film is not a thriller, its matic add-ons seem superfluous when his capacity to inflict pain and sway Contributing Writer Belgian teen who has been taken under subject matter paired with the perfor- Ben Addi’s stone-faced obstinacy and the last word. the wing of his congregational leader, mance of lead actor Ben Addi weave determination magnetize attention Ahmed seems to derive a certain sat- Jean-Pierre and Luc Dardenne’s Imam Youssouf (Othmane Moumen), an unsettling sense of tension through to wherever he stands on screen. His isfaction from the power he holds in re- “Young Ahmed” is deceptively bright. and fueled by an extremist interpreta- each scene. The story feels particular- blank stare could easily be confused for ducing his mother and Madame Ines to The first thing that comes to mind tion of the Quran. Though his family ly current due to the cinematography, a lack of expression, but his cold, hard- tears. The shock, grief and disbelief he when reflecting on the film is the qual- disapproves of his intense, almost ob- featuring mostly handheld camerawork ened gaze forms the pulse at the core spurs is simultaneously disturbing and ity of the light. It barely features a hint sessive, religious worship, Ahmed ad- that evokes a documentary style with of the film, an inner world of danger- captivating, leaving the question: how of cool-colored light or blue-tinged amantly supports the radical language active and alert movement. Classic cine- ous disquiet commanding a sharp feel- could this happen? This followed by shadows shot, mostly in the daytime, passed to him by Youssouf. This leads matic elements — steadily crescendoing ing of urgency. an even more serious and alarming con- specifically during sun-filled after- him to plan his Arabic teacher Madame score, ultra-stylistic lighting — used to Ben Addi’s portrayal of Ahmed is cern for the permanency of his action. noons. This would provide a pleasant Ines’ (Myriem Akkhediou) murder and dictate emotions or incite conclusions most striking due to the nonchalant, One wonders whether Ahmed will ever warmth if it weren’t so jarring. subsequently lands him in a correction- are unnecessary to spark subconscious casual air with which he expresses his get it as he clings to a plan of violence. The lighting stands in harsh contrast al discipline program. occurrences of nail-biting. In fact, dra- thoughts in a deadpan manner that verg- The events leading toward the film’s es on total emotionlessness. It’s clear end stir a flourishing sentimentality as that the radical ideology of Ahmed’s ji- Ahmed’s toughness begins to unrav- hadist cousin and of his imam has deep- el in a display of conflicting emotions ly influenced his religious practice and that expose an underlying innocence how he manifests his belief outwardly accompanying his youth. But the towards his peers, his family and espe- ending itself feels too dramatic, an in- cially the women in his life. your-face moment of the perilous per- He unflinchingly internalizes his sistence of Ahmed’s extremism, which imam’s ideas, especially the remark that the film seems to warn against. A quick his teacher Madame Ines is an apostate and abrasive conclusion contradicts whose Arabic lessons featuring songs the hope for an honest and profound instead of strict readings of the Qur’an change the film seemed to be work- are blasphemous. Even Ahmed’s family ing toward, obscuring the Dardenne is unexcused from intense scrutiny: in a brothers’ objective or at least more dif- dinner conversation-turned-argument ficult to define. early on, Ahmed yells that his sister In their latest film, the Dardenne (Cyra Lassman) is a slut and calls his brothers have a portrait of a radicalized mother (Claire Bodson) a drunk for Muslim youth that demands discussion drinking wine with her meal. His moth- to last beyond an 84-minute runtime. er becomes distressed, saying Ahmed The complexity of “Young Ahmed” would never have started behaving this reveals the fragile line between worship way if his father was around, to which and fanaticism as experienced by a boy Ahmed retorts that if his father were who is acutely vulnerable despite the around, she would never have “given guarded front he presents. in.” It is precisely these responses that JAKE CAPRIOTTI | WSN makes the “Young” in “Young Ahmed” Email Alexandra Bentzien A student walks to school with a sinister plot against their teacher. The Dardenne brothers’ film “Young Ahmed” was the recipient of appear ironic as Ahmed demonstrates at [email protected]. the Best Director at the Cannes Film Festival. MONDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2020 Washington Square News | Arts 7

Tina Chang Discusses Race, Motherhood and the Hybrid Nature of Poetry By DANI HERRERA writing “Hybrida.” size just how much of this particular writing as well as advice for aspiring most kind of scared that you don’t Staff Writer “Thinking about the hybrid nature work is based on hybrids. “When I think writers. She believes that writers should know what you’re going to write next, of my family also could have pushed about the future of poetry, I think about experiment with new forms and em- and that’s the most exciting place to The Lillian Vernon Creative Writers me toward thinking about the hybrid it as a sort of hybrid text,” Chang said. brace the process of writing, even when be,” Chang said. House filled with anticipation as eager nature of poetic forms,” Chang said. “It As the night drew to a close, Chang it is a struggle. fans awaited Tina Chang’s entrance. In gave me sitting ground to experiment, it turned to the audience, where she an- “A part of being an artist is walk- Email Dani Herrera a continuation of the writing center’s gave me sitting ground to say I wasn’t swered questions regarding her own ing through, being unsure, being al- at [email protected]. “The New Salon” series, Chang, the cur- the person that I actually was 10 years rent Poet Laureate of Brooklyn, joined ago, I’m a completely new person and the executive director of the Poetry So- with that I’m not going to be afraid ciety of America Matt Brogan in conver- to experiment.” sation about her new book, “Hybrida,” Chang also took inspiration from is her third poetry collection. different works of art, particularly piec- “Hybrida” revolves around Chang’s es featured in the Brooklyn Museum. son Roman and issues of race and iden- One piece that drew her attention was tity. These topics are important to the Kehinde Wiley’s “Napoleon Leading poet because of her conservative up- the Army Over the Alps,” which is of- bringing and the difficulty associated ten compared to Jacques Louis David’s with revealing her pregnancy to her “Napoleon Crossing the Alps.” The family, as well as what it is like to have main distinction between the paintings a biracial child. is that David’s Napoleon is painted so “He is mixed-race black and because that it is almost larger than the horse, he is Black-American, I started to feel emphasizing this idea of white authority. this sense of will I ever understand his In Wiley’s painting, a Black man sits on identity without appropriating his iden- the horse, which sends a message about tity?” Chang said. “I’m forced to see the lack of acknowledgement of Black what they see, his skin is darker and his experience throughout history. Wiley’s hair wavy, while I’m fair and with hair painting comes up in a poem titled Four that won’t hold a curl.” Portraits, where it is joined by other art- During the first few years of the writ- works that are important to Chang. ing process, Chang was hesitant about Tying together motherhood and the book. She worried about how vul- equality, she wrote, “I shall be a mother nerable she wanted to be, about the whose bright milk runs with fever and reader’s reactions and about her right anguished love, with a head in my hands to write about her son while giving if the head shall equal justice.” him space to explore his own identi- Chang included other kinds of media ty. According to Chang, her diverse into her book, like videos and pictures. DANI HERRERA | WSN family as well as the flexible nature Some of these are included in the phys- Poet Tina Chang discusses her newest book with Matt Brogan, executive director of the Poetry Society of America, at the Lillian Ver- of poetry motivated her to continue ical pages of the book, and they empha- non Creative Writers House. Chang’s collection of poems, titled “Hybrida,” grapples with issues of identity and acceptance.

Here’s Why Scripts Deserve as Big of Spotlight as Books

By SASHA COHEN decided that prose or poetry should be A play can open our eyes to a new descriptions and costumes that typically association could not be further from Books & Theater Editor the only conventional forms of reading? form of storytelling. I would describe model the original production. Addi- the truth. Just like literature, scripts offer While these options are fantastic, I feel reading prose as two-dimensional due to tionally, character development evolves a wide variety of genres and perspectives. Who decided that books and po- as if we are neglecting the opportunity its composition consisting of mostly nar- through personal dialogue, revealing From gut-wrenching dramas to satirical etry are mainstream? Seriously, I want to indulge in a play. I do not mean at- ration with occasional dialogue. Scripts, the character’s genuine objectives as op- comedies like “A Raisin in the Sun” by to know who. Ever since we were young, tending a Broadway show or watching on the other hand, are comprised of posed to a narrator sharing their opin- Lorraine Hansberry or “The Govern- teachers continuously shove these re- musical adaptation on the television, but more frequent dialogue and stage direc- ion about others. ment Inspector” by Nikolai Gogol, there sources in our hands as if they are the reading the actual script. Even though tions which creates a three-dimensional Many of us think that plays have to be is a show for even the most play-despis- only options. As a result, names like the thought of reading a script may re- experience. In plays, each direction viv- overdramatic in order to be theatrical. In ing individual. Jhumpa Lahiri, Langston Hughes and kindle nightmares from our high school idly depicts the setting while movements other words, characters have to sob their When screenplays or scripts are Charles Dickens often fill classroom Shakespeare days, there is much more to and delivery are specified to control eyes out, profess their undying love for brought to life in a production, there are discussions while autobiographies and the dramatic cannon than just that son- the intended delivery. The script also another or end their lives, thereby end- myriad distractions that could potential- novels line our bookshelves. Yet who net-loving playwright. includes lighting and set designs, prop ing their eternal misery. However, this ly pull focus from the writing: the acting, set or even the person sitting next to us who has a horrendous cough. Reading a play allows people to obtain a closer look at the actual writing. Sometimes, a few jokes are not delivered quite right in a production or dialogue’s subtle hints are hard to catch after the first read, but hav- ing a copy of a script grants us the chance to revisit sections and search for nuances. A second read may even change person- al opinions regarding favorite characters and their characterizations. Regardless of the motivation, reading a script allows someone to explore the dramatic world as much as they feel they need to maxi- mize the experience. Books, poetry and prose all offer spe- cific benefits, but it is important to also keep dramatic literature in mind. The art form provides an opportunity to explore shows from the past and experience the story from the comfort of a home instead of a theater. So next time we are indeci- sive at a local bookstore, make sure to check out the shelves stuffed with plays. There are many gems, aside from Shake- speare, that are waiting to be discovered.

SASHA COHEN | WSN At Strand Bookstore, books of scripts line the shelves. Reading the script or screenplay of a production can give audience members a different perspective on the play than just Email Sasha Cohen viewing it in theaters. at [email protected]. 8 Washington Square News MONDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2020

[email protected] OPINION Edited by JUN SUNG UNIVERSITY LIFE NYU’s Facade of Financial Support for you how will you be able to pay the tui- Despite this affluence, NYU has done lit- a year and as one of [his] students [she] of- out a protest on the stairway of Kimmel. tion of $60,000?” tle to help its low-income students. If NYU ten had to go hungry.” Parks continues, de- NYU — which has sponsored exhibitions Sandford continued, explaining that refuses to extend even minimal support to scribing the poverty and desperation certain documenting how integral student activ- “the department would have to absorb the its non-wealthy applicants, how could it students face at such a wealthy school and ism is to shape its history and policies — loss” when an applicant is unable to pay the possibly extend real support to its students noting how administrators and professors contacted the protestors’ emergency con- $65 fee. Fee waivers have become a nominal in need of financial assistance? are given “kickbacks and swanky vacation tacts and threatened to revoke the students’ and symbolic method for higher education Simply put — it doesn’t. home packages” while other students are housing and financial aid if they continued By EMILY DAI institutions to claim they are increasing On average, one year at NYU costs forced to live in Bobst because they can’t protesting. University spokesperson, John Deputy Opinion Editor their accessibility, but NYU refused to grant $76,612, but according to a study conduct- afford housing. Beckman, stated that “disrupting university Jackson even this — the smallest of gestures. ed by the College Board, the university only Additionally, international students operations is not the same thing as dissent.” When Joshua Jackson applied to NYU, NYU’s reluctance to help students in meets 65% of financial need on average. are not eligible for federal financial aid, Protest is only valued at NYU when it’s he didn’t expect to get full exposure to its fi- need of financial support is indicative of its Studies have shown that even small debts federal student loans or institutional aid, palatable and easy to ignore. NYU will con- nancial classism. Jackson, a senior at Brown continued culture of elitism among admin- increase a student’s chase of dropping out meaning all of these students are paying tinue to utilize financial manipulation to University, wrote to request an application istrators and admissions officers. — particularly for minority and low-in- full cost to come here. If anything, NYU suppress student voices, disproportionately fee waiver for Tisch’s Art & Public Policy NYU is among the nation’s wealthiest come students. Yet, NYU’s Pell grant recip- — the advertised global university with affecting those who can’t afford to face ad- Masters program, which claims it enables universities, touting a $4.3 billion endow- ients — students from families that make the highest number of international stu- ministrative backlash. its graduates to be “connected to the pulse ment. Sitting on this considerable wealth, it less than $30,000 — owe a median debt of dents of any college in the U.S — should By holding each student’s financial situ- of social justice.” has been able to extend loans for its faculty $23,250 after graduation. be even more incentivized to improve its ation over their heads in order to intimidate But Dan Sandford, Director of Gradu- to buy vacation homes, award its president This lack of affordability has caused financial aid in order to attract the bright- them into backing down, NYU demon- ate Admissions at Tisch who turned down with one of the highest salaries in the nation some students to stop their education alto- est students from a more financially diverse strates how little they value students of low- Jackson’s request, set serious doubt on the and further extend its global and local take- gether. In 2014, Lucy Parks wrote a letter to pool of candidates. er socioeconomic backgrounds — if you supposed new emphasis universities put on over through building yet another study former president John Sexton after being NYU’s blase attitude to affordability receive money from NYU, you’re expected a diverse student body of all backgrounds. away site and a $6 billion expansion plan forced to drop out of NYU due to a lack of and its student’s financial situations was to sit down and shut up. “Please do not take this the wrong way,” to gentrify another 980,000 square feet of adequate financial aid. Parks noted in her demonstrated again in 2018 in response to Sandford wrote, “but if $65 is a hardship Greenwich Village. letter that Sexton made “nearly $1.5 million student group NYU Divest, who carried Email Emily Dai at [email protected].

CULTURE Stop Looking Down on Young Adult Fiction serves no purpose other than policing some a means of escape. It’s a way to pass time the everyday world.” about more sophisticated literature doesn’t of life’s greatest joys: reading and writing. as well as an activity that allows us to delve What seems to be most important in mean that I can’t also read young adult fic- Young adult fiction has been criticized into worlds beyond our own. With the reaping the cognitive and emotional bene- tion, or that I gain nothing from reading for years. The “Harry Potter” series has re- amount of energy we exert in day-to-day fits of reading is simply engaging with the books that I simply find interesting. Young peatedly come under fire for lacking quali- life — whether it be via working, student material, not the material’s writing style. adult fiction and what is considered to be ty prose and plot, and there are numerous life or simply dealing with the emotional I understand why the apparent lack of classic literature don’t have to be mutually blog posts devoted to complaining about turmoil that comes with being human interest in older literature can be frustrat- exclusive — there is room for both to be By HELEN WAJDA how bad “The Hunger Games” books are. — it makes sense for people to be drawn ing. Sometimes, I wish that more people read and discussed. Deputy Opinion Editor Despite the large following these young to books that allow them to escape reality in my life would give some of the literature At its core, art is for everyone. Just be- adult novels have accrued, many have con- without requiring significant brain power. that I’m passionate about a chance instead cause I have different preferences doesn’t Last week, I experienced what I’ve come cluded that the plots of these books are Moreover, in many of the studies done of immediately writing it off as boring and mean that I have the right to dictate what to expect as an inevitable occurrence when formulaic and the dialogue cringeworthy. on the benefits of reading — increased so- outdated. I also know that for me, reading others create and consume. That’s the talking to fellow English majors: some- Rick Riordan’s wildly popular young adult cial skills and awareness, stress reduction challenging books that force me to pay beauty of it: I can choose to read what I one ranting about how no one seems to series, “Percy Jackson and the Olympi- and improved memory and cognitive func- attention to small details and to decipher want to in my free time, and ignore what read good literature anymore and how ans,” was recently criticized for potentially tioning — participants experienced these unique writing styles brings me a sense I don’t like. Who knows? Maybe if we trashy young adult fiction has become. As discouraging readers from reading classic positive gains after reading everything from of satisfaction and has been beneficial in stopped devoting so much energy to criti- an English major, I value the analysis of literature by teaching them to enjoy casual, newspapers to classic literature. many areas of my life. cizing young adult fiction, we would have thought-provoking literature, and I think slang-ridden dialogue and predictable plots. Dr. David Lewis, neuropsychologist But that doesn’t mean that I didn’t re- more energy to spend reading the litera- that people can gain a lot from reading But series like “Harry Potter” and “Per- and co-author of one of the aforemen- read the “Harry Potter” series four times ture we’re afraid that everyone will forget books that challenge them. But looking cy Jackson” are both action-packed and tioned studies, reported: “It really doesn’t last summer, or that I don’t keep the “Sis- about. Win-win. down on people for reading certain books digestible — they provide readers with dis- matter what book you read, by losing your- terhood of the Traveling Pants” books on and claiming that only older literature is traction and entertainment in an accessible self in a thoroughly engrossing book, you my bookshelf for the days I just want to Email Helen Wajda worth reading more than something else format. One of the functions of reading is can escape from the worries and stresses of read something fun. Being enthusiastic at [email protected].

HEALTHCARE Who Will Fight for Our Choice? comes just a week after he became the first makes these rights important. Sadly, this each of their websites claim that they vow unequal to our male counterparts. sitting president to speak at the annual topic has only been briefly brought up in to protect Roe v. Wade and believe that we Even though Roe v. Wade made abor- March for Life rally in Washington, D.C. debates and town halls. This is possibly have the right to choose. While Buttigieg’s tion legal in every state, 43 still preserve Many think the battle for legal abortion because candidates don’t think the issue is plan has universal medicare covering repro- the right to refuse a woman an abortion was won after the monumental decision important enough to be emphasized. Or, ductive healthcare, he does not comment after any specified point in the pregnan- of Roe v. Wade, a Supreme Court case perhaps, candidates are scared to belabor on whether he would fund Planned Parent- cy, unless it’s a case of life or death. For that used trimesters to dictate at what time this point purely because of its controver- hood, a national network of health clinics example, Arkansas bans abortion except By SAM O’DONNELL during a pregnancy the state may impose sial nature. Many of the frontrunners’ cam- that offers abortion services. in cases of life or health endangerment at Contributing Writer regulations on a woman’s body. In the paigns are unclear on their plan for repro- Sanders, on the other hand, promises 20 weeks. While abortion is an extremely first trimester, states are prohibited from ductive healthcare and are vague on their to fully fund Planned Parenthood and in- controversial topic in the United States, In the wake of President Donald regulating abortion. In the second, states stance on choice. cludes reproductive healthcare in his plan this issue ultimately boils down to giving Trump’s State of the Union address, the can impose regulations on abortion. In the This includes former Vice President Joe for universal medicare. While these men are a woman the right to make a choice for American public has turned its focus to third, states are allowed to regulate or com- Biden, who once voted to let states overturn extremely outspoken on their websites, it herself. American lawmakers need to start reproductive legislation. During his speech, pletely prohibit abortion. Roe v. Wade. During his current presiden- would reassure advocates for reproductive trusting us to choose for ourselves, and the Trump introduced an allegedly healthy However, Roe v. Wade is just a court rul- tial campaign, Biden’s opinions on abor- rights to hear them openly discuss their American people deserve a President who two-year-old child who was born prema- ing, not a constitutional right — meaning tion have rapidly changed, but his plan to plans on the debate floor to prove their will not stop until every woman in America turely at 21 weeks. Trump explained that, it only implies that abortion is a legal right, protect reproductive rights is only auxiliary promises are not hollow. feels as if she can make her decision unhin- under current American legislation, this but has never actually been cemented in an to his central platform. Even on the former As an advocate for reproductive rights dered by lawmakers. child could have been aborted up until the amendment. With a conservative Supreme Vice President’s official campaign web- herself, Elizabeth Warren echoes her fem- Reproductive rights are human rights, week of her birth. After drawing attention Court, the future of Roe v. Wade and legal- site, there are no plans for constitutionally inist predecessors in saying she hopes to and every human deserves the right to to the child, Trump then implied that later ized abortion in the United States is unclear. approved abortion in his presidency. The codify Roe v. Wade. While this plan is an choose the course of their life. Hopefully, this year there would be a vote in the Senate In this upcoming election, America only time he even mentions the procedure important step for reproductive rights, I a presidential candidate will recognize this to ban late term abortion. needs a Democratic candidate who will is when he addresses access to abortion in- wish to see Warren’s feminist voice shine issue and step up to be the voice that we all While the tactic of using a child as an- treat reproductive healthcare as a cen- formation in developing countries. stronger through her central platform. War- need to hear in the coming year. ti-abortion propaganda is extremely ma- tral issue in their platform. Considering Former Mayor Pete Buttigieg and Sen. ren should stand up for those who want nipulative, Trump has solidified his presi- the current administration’s view on the Bernie Sanders (I-VT) have also been qui- abortions, showing that a country without Email Sam O’Donnell dential stance on reproductive rights. This topic, there needs to be a candidate who et on the issue of abortion in debates, but legalized abortion will constantly treat us as at [email protected]. MONDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2020 Washington Square News | Opinion 9

RACE The Nuance of Blackness in Representation

Black Americans do. Some say non-American Blacks should not portray Black Americans because their origins mean they can’t fully comprehend the Black American experience. Because of this, they believe they take roles from Black American STAFF EDITORIAL By MAUREEN ZEUFACK actors. Others suppose that allowing Staff Writer non-American Blacks to play American Blacks in cinema says that all Black peo- Non-American Black actors playing ple are the same. American roles in films has long been a But if this is the case, can’t the same Incompetence and Disaster topic of contention. This highly contro- be said for Black American actors and versial subject calls to question: what is their portrayals of non-American Blacks the “Black experience?” Is there a uni- in film? Aren’t Americans taking roles versal one? And more importantly, who from them too? Will Smith’s portrayal in the Democratic Party can tell Black stories? of Nigerian doctor Bennet Omalu in Although in the United States, we’re “Concussion” (completely butchering all lumped into the category of Afri- the accent, God love him). On Feb. 6, President Trump was acquitted of app, Shadow Inc., $42,500 for software services in can-American, not all Black people are There’s also the idea that if the ac- his impeachment charges by the United States Sen- late July 2019. The overarching umbrella corpora- the same. The Black diaspora is diverse tors involved are all Black, they should ate. This was after the House of Representatives tion’s CEO, Tara McGowan, has further connec- with people from all backgrounds. be able to tell each other’s stories. It’s a impeached him over a whistleblower’s complaint, tions to Buttigieg — her husband works as the se- Some, however, feel as though if an ac- more utopian sentiment, that regardless claiming he asked Ukrainian President Volody- nior strategist for his campaign. The controversial tor is not American, they don’t have the of origin, our race links us in a shared myr Zelensky to investigate former Vice President financial dealings, at its best, shows the Iowa Dem- understanding of what it means to be community of blackness, and that Black Biden, a candidate in the Democratic primary, and ocratic Party’s inability to administer an election. Black in America, and therefore should creatives from all backgrounds can be his son, Hunter Biden. The two articles brought At its worst, it shows the party turned a blind eye not portray them in film. But there are entrusted with the weighty responsibili- against him were accusations of abuse of power and to corruption in its caucus. layers to this issue that are deeply rooted. ty and privilege of portraying each other. obstruction of Congress. The failed app was also reported to have been The critically-acclaimed 2019 film A non-American Black actor may WSN’s Editorial Board wrote on this topic untested and full of errors prior to the caucus. “Queen and Slim” stars actors Jodie not have the same understanding of when Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) first launched The final version was only sent to campaign offi- Turner-Smith and Daniel Kaluuya, Black American life, but if someone is the impeachment inquiry through the House. cials 10 days before the start of the election. Pro- both Black Brits. The film tells a very best-suited to play a role, regardless of We wrote on the possibility of manipulated elec- Publica reports that the technology was insecure American story, exploring the topic of ethnicity, why should they be limited? tions and the hypocrisy of the United States, and that “vote totals, passwords and other sensitive police brutality in the U.S. Although As a first-generation Cameroo- considering the government’s role in tampering information could have been intercepted or even neither Kaluuya nor Turner-Smith are nian-American, I don’t have the same with elections abroad and its history of domestic changed.” Additionally, the Director of the Cyber- African-American, they were able to direct relation to slavery that my Black voter suppression. security and Infrastructure Security Agency Chris- embody the essence of important, au- American counterparts do. But as an The reality of impeachment is simple. While topher Krebs said that the app had not been prop- thentic characters. They were able to American, that history is deeply person- pushing for Trump’s removal, Pelosi and the Dem- erly checked by the agency. It’s appalling how a comprehend and latch onto the core of al to me. As a black person, there’s an in- ocratic Party have helped the president increase private company was allowed to create an app that the story in “Queen and Slim” because nate understanding of the historical op- the defense budget by $21 billion and pass the had such a significant impact on one of the most they know what it’s like to be discrim- pression and white supremacy that has environmentally catastrophic United States-Mex- important elections for the Democratic candidacy inated against, and — through living impacted Black people of all geographic ico-Canada-Agreement, just to name two exam- without being vetted by the proper authorities. in the United States — know what it’s origins. Even as Black immigrants and ples of consequential bipartisan legislation from Though what occurred in Iowa may seem sus- like to fear law enforcement in a Black their children experience discrimina- the impeachment period. Both of these instances picious and conspiratorial, what’s more likely and body. Regardless of origin, there’s a cer- tion in the present, the historical impact show the underlying ineffectiveness of Democrat- even more dangerous is that the party is seriously tain universality to the Black experience of centuries of racism and oppression ic opposition while showing that the party only incompetent. This incompetence is a constant regarding the shared understanding of on the African-American community projects an intent to impeach. In a way, this col- reoccurrence, as shown both in the Iowa caucus- how the effects of colonization and op- should not be overlooked. We should laboration shows the party’s inability to unify in es and in the Democrats’ inability to confront pression continue to impact Black lives. acknowledge the cultural differences in the most pressing political moments and decisions, Trump. This poses an important question: if the The film was well-executed and its pro- actors and let them guide the process and thus showing a serious incompetency in per- party can’t even conduct a successful election, how tagonists’ non-Americanness was not a of developing on-screen stories. For forming their most important role in government. would it be possible to convict a sitting president? deficit to its storytelling. instance, having non-American actors They also showcase a serious contradiction: how These two events may seem like separate issues, This discussion is controversial be- immerse themselves in historically Black can one be fundamentally opposed to a president but they both expose holes in the party on the cause the issue deals with cultural, eth- communities if a role requires such. while promoting his most crucial policies? state and national level. While criticism and action nic and social backgrounds in addition Black is Black. The research and cul- An obvious, recent example was the meltdown against President Trump is an obvious necessity, to race. While there are booming cen- tural sensitivity in the production of a of the Iowa Democratic caucuses. Results were the flaws of the Democratic Party must be exposed ters of film across the globe, the United film are essential and the awareness of significantly delayed because of an app purchased as well. Clearly, in the midst of electoral chaos and States is especially a powerhouse in the differences in cultural and ethnic back- by the Iowa Democratic Party for vote recording, the failure of removal of the president, the Demo- film industry. Thus, many cinematic grounds across the diaspora regarding which failed. It was also found that former Mayor cratic Party’s political strategy and administrative narratives are from an American per- casting imperatively informs our place Pete Buttigieg’s campaign paid the creators of the procedures aren’t working. spective. There are talented actors from in the world and the sociopolitical across the globe, and if someone is able knowledge we possess. Oftentimes, it to tell a story with honesty and respect, comes down to who was the best person I see no issue. Let’s remember that it to tell the story, regardless of if they are is an actor’s job to portray lives that from the West Indies or England. Above aren’t their own. all, it is crucial that Black stories are Email the Editorial Board at [email protected]. There are several examples of this in being told and shared with global audi- film, such as Kenyan-Mexican actress ences. And if these stories are told with CHAIR Jun Sung Lupita Nyong’o’s role in “12 Years A authenticity and integrity to the types CO-CHAIR Emily Dai, Gabby Lozano, Asha Ramachandran, Helen Wajda Slave.” Much of the controversy sur- of people portrayed — sans tokenism CHAIR EX OFFICIO rounding non-American blacks playing and caricatures of Black people — I say Cole Stallone, Abby Hofstetter, American roles — especially in films bring the movies on. Ronni Husmann, Paul Kim, Anna-Dmitry Muratova depicting slavery — is the belief that due to their heritage, foreign actors Email Maureen Zeufack don’t have the same ties to slavery as at [email protected].

SEND MAIL TO: 75 THIRD AVE. #SB07, NEW YORK, N.Y. 10003 OR EMAIL: [email protected] Submitting WSN welcomes letters to the editor, opinion pieces and articles relevant to the NYU community, or in response to articles. Letters should be less than 450 words. All submissions must be typed or emailed and must include the author’s name, address and phone number. Members of the NYU community must to include a year and school or job title. WSN does not print unsigned letters or editorials. WSN reserves the right to reject any submission and edit accepted submissions in any and all ways. With the exception of the staff editorial, opinions expressed on the editorial pages are not necessarily those of WSN, and our publication of opinions is not an endorsement of them. 10 Washington Square News MONDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2020

[email protected] SPORTS Edited by ARVIND SRIRAM Men’s Volleyball Bump, Set and Spike Its Way to an Undefeated Start By KEVIN RYU [This] is a group of experienced players who the fact each one of us are going to be dif- hanging together.” The team will look to extend their unde- Contributing Writer are of high quality and have really dedicated ferent and … establish a sense of mutual re- As the team looks ahead, they recognize feated record at their home court on Feb. 12 themselves to making their final season hope- spect,” Lindley said. there will be tougher challenges, most nota- against the Sage Colleges. On Feb. 6, the men’s volleyball team tri- fully a special season.” While the team’s seniors headline the ros- bly the two-game run against Springfield Col- umphed in a four-set match against Hunter For those seniors, the focus is not only on ter, their well-rounded roster has also proved lege and Stevens Institute of Technology, two Email Kevin Ryu at [email protected]. College, moving to a 6-0 record. the team’s record, but also on cultivating team beneficial, providing competition in practice teams ranked ahead of them by the AVCA. The Violets have benefited from strong unity. The coaching staff has challenged them and stepping up in games when needed. Lindley has learned from his experience in performances across the roster, highlighted to embrace their roles as leaders of the team. “[We have] older guys coming in with a previous seasons to remain even-keeled de- by Tandon senior and co-captain Neil Fer- “[From] the beginning of our freshman vengeance...and a great freshman class,” Ferra- spite the team’s excellent start. raro, who received the Player of the Week year, we have had individual talks with our ro said. “It’s a good combination altogether.” Speaking before their sixth win, Lindley honors from both the United Volleyball coaches about how important our class is To start the season, the Violets went on a said, “It’s exciting to talk about [being fourth] Conference (UVC) and the American Vol- going to be to the program,” CAS senior and three-game road trip to California to com- in the nation and [being] ... 5-0, but allowing leyball Coaches Association (AVCA) on the co-captain Evan Lindley said. “In previous pete in the CLU Invitational. With victories those things to get caught up in our heads week of Jan. 20. The undefeated record has years, we were allowing ourselves to get com- against Fontbonne University (3-0), Califor- has done nothing but hurt us in previous also propelled the team to a fourth place rank- placent and looking up to other people for nia Lutheran University (3-0) and University years. So we are trying to think more about ing in the AVCA Division III Men’s Coaches leadership. I think, now, our class sees that it of California, Santa Cruz (3-2), the Violets getting better every single practice … and ev- Poll, up nine spots from the preseason. Head is our responsibility, so we have tried to step took care of business on the court. Off the ery single game.” Coach Jose Pina credits the team’s continuity up as much as possible and foster the devel- court, the trip served as a memorable team While the team maintains focus on the and experience. opment of the younger guys.” bonding experience. upcoming games, they also recognize the po- “The bulk of the starters are made up of As a captain three years running, his per- “We had a couple team events,” Stern tential this season holds. JULIA MOSES | WSN seniors, a couple of sophomores, but the rest spective on leadership has matured. sophomore James Haag said. “[For exam- “With Neil, Evan and the other seniors, The NYU Men Volleyball team is off to a are seniors,” Coach Pina said. “These are “I have realized … [I should] try to ac- ple,] we went to the Beach Club in Santa we want to win them the national champion- good start. They have stayed undefeated guys who have played together for four years. cept people more as individuals...accept Monica and really just had a great time ship this year,” Haag said. this new season. The Return of the XFL Men’s Basketball Ends Highlights the Lack of Seven-Game Losing Streak By ARVIND SRIRAM Men’s Basketball On day one, many of the NYU swimmers Support for Women’s Sports Sports Editor Men’s basketball went 1-1 this week, end- placed first in their competition. For the men’s ing their seven-game losing streak. On Friday, team, Tandon first-year Aaron Hsieh won the By BELA KIRPALANI Mainstream media coverage of the XFL Men’s Volleyball Feb. 7, the Violets traveled to Pittsburgh and 100-yard breastroke in 59.26 seconds and SPS Editor-at-Large has been overwhelmingly positive so far, Men’s volleyball stayed undefeated with earned their first UAA conference victory in a first-year Jack Mullen won the 200-yard back- despite the previous failure of the league victories against Baruch College and Hunter close game against Carnegie Mellon, winning stroke in 1:55.22. For the women’s team, Stern In case you missed it, the XFL kicked in 2001. “This is Not Your Crazy Uncle’s College. On Tuesday, Feb. 4, the Violets swept 80-79. With 2:38 remaining in the game, NYU sophomore Nikita Kouznetsova won the 200- off its inaugural season this past weekend. XFL,” read one New York Times head- Baruch College, winning 25-16, 25-20 and and Carnegie Mellon were tied at 75. Neither yard backstroke in 2:04.95 and Steinhardt first- If you don’t know what I’m blabbering line. Yet getting the Times to hire a beat 25-19. The Violets never trailed until the third team scored again until the 1:40 mark, when year Camille Valvur won the 100-yard freestyle about, the XFL is a new professional foot- reporter for the WNBA has yet to happen, set, when Bearcats led 1-0. NYU never looked CAS sophomore Nick Macarchuk hit a clutch in 54.76 seconds. The women’s diving team ball league that will last 10 weeks from Feb- despite a team now playing in the Barclays back, going on a 5-0 run, and ultimately com- three-pointer, putting the Violets ahead by also swept the one-meter board, where CAS ruary to April. Its goal is to bring the game Center. The last time the New York Times pleting the sweep with a 25-19 victory. Lead- three. Carnegie Mellon missed the potential senior Carmen White, CAS first-year Kather- into the modern era with new rules and wrote about professional women’s soft- ers of the match included CAS seniors Evan game-winning three-pointer with three sec- ine Nardone and CAS junior Ashlyn Winship innovations that make football faster and ball was in 2016. Lindley with eight kills, Matin Bikdeli with 29 onds left and the Violets held on to the victory. finished in first, second and third place. more entertaining for fans. When it comes to financial backing, assists and Connor Keowen with six digs. Team leaders for the Violets were CAS junior On day two, NYU continued its domi- Except it’s not really a new league. World the XFL has that in surplus. McMahon On Thursday, Feb. 6, the Violets defeated Bobby Hawkinson with 19 points and 12 re- nance. For the men’s team, Tandon sopho- Wrestling Entertainment CEO and chair- is on record pledging $500 million of his Hunter College 3-1. The team won their first bounds and SPS senior Jimmy Martinelli and more Nick Tran won the 200-yard freestyle man Vince McMahon first launched the own money to the league’s success. His set, staying consistently ahead in its 25-20 vic- SPS junior Jaden Narwal with two assists each. in 1:40.55. The men’s diving team swept the XFL in 2001, but due to its bad football, net worth is also valued at $2 billion, ac- tory. The Hawks led the majority of the second On Sunday, Feb. 9, the Violets fell to Case one-meter board as Rory Meyers sophomore scantily clad cheerleaders and gimmicky cording to Forbes. The average XFL player set until the Violets forced a 19-19 tie. Hunt- Western Reserve University 90-60. NYU Cole Vertin, Steinhardt senior Nick Lemieux WWE elements, ratings plummeted and currently makes $55,000 per year. Accord- er College then scored the next three points, struggled on offense, shooting 34.8% from and Liberal Studies first-year Jack Callaghan the league folded in its first season. ing to the WNBA’s new CBA, the league and pulled away with a 25-22 victory. NYU the field and 26.7% from the three-point line. finished in first, second and third place. For That hasn’t seemed to affect the success will pay players an average of $130,000 bounced back in the third set, winning 25-17. Stern sophomore Cade Hoppe led NYU with the women’s team, Stern sophomore Emilie of the league’s rebirth in 2020, however. In per year. One year ago, that number was The fourth set was back and forth until Hunt- 17 points, Hawkinson led NYU with 12 re- Parks won the 100-yard backstroke in 58.78 fact, the revamp of the XFL has been met closer to $75,000. er College led 17-15. The Violets then went bounds and Narwal and Macarchuk led NYU seconds. The women’s diving team swept with even more investment and coverage The XFL has also secured broadcast on a 5-0 run, never giving up the lead. NYU with three assists each. in similar fashion in the three-meter board, than before despite its propensity for re- partnerships with ABC, ESPN, FOX and ultimately won the set 25-22. Team leaders The Violets face Emory Univer- as White, Winship and Nardone placed peated failure. Fox Sports, ensuring that every game of its included Tandon senior Neil Ferraro with 15 sity on Feb. 14. in the top three. It’s hard enough for women to be given 10-week season is aired on national televi- kills, Stern sophomore Ryan Whealen with 44 The Violets return to action on Feb. 12 for just one chance to do something new and sion. Meanwhile, the most-viewed WNBA assists and Keowen with 16 digs. Women’s Fencing the UAA Championships. chase their dreams. When they do, they event didn’t even crack the top-100 most- The Violets play The Sage Colleges on Feb. On Saturday, Feb. 8, the Violets went 5-0 are met with endless doubters, critics and watched sporting events of 2019. The 12 and Nazareth College on Feb. 14. in the FDU Invitational, blowing out Wagner Track and Field haters. With the support for the XFL’s National Women’s Hockey League only College (20-7) and Long Island University The men and women’s track and field team second go at the rodeo, it is clear that it is secured a media rights deal in its fourth Women’s Basketball Brooklyn (24-3), shutting out the City Col- competed at the University of Albany Invita- okay for men’s sports to fail, get back up season as a league — it signed a three-year The Violets remain a contender for the lege of New York (27-0) and Hunter College tional on Friday, Feb. 7, where there was no and try again. After all, that’s the differ- exclusive live-streaming deal with Twitch top seed in the UAA conference, with a 2-0 (27-0) and narrowly defeating Stevens (14-13). team scoring at this meet. ence in the way we treat different genders ahead of the 2019-20 season. record this week. On Friday, Feb. 7, the Vio- Stern first-year Ria Jobalia was the standout as The women’s team had many great per- in this society. I want to be clear here: I’m not advo- lets defeated Carnegie Mellon University 69- she went 14-1 in epee. formers. CAS first-year Isre’al Conerly shined With the rebirth of the XFL, we are cating for the end of the XFL. I mean, I’m 60. The game was close going into the fourth The Violets return to action on Feb. 12 at with a 13th-place finish in the 400-meter and supposed to believe that people will tune in not exactly ecstatic about having more quarter, with NYU holding a two point lead. the Columbia University Invitational. 200-meter run, Steinhardt first-year Siena for minor league football, but won’t watch of a sport that celebrates players violently Rory Meyers junior Katie Foos hit two key Moran and Tandon graduate student Re- women’s professional sports. As a remind- hitting each other without care for the con- three-pointers in the fourth quarter, allowing Men’s Wrestling becca MacLeod finished in 13th and 15th er, 1.12 billion people tuned into the 2019 sequences of the severe brain damage they the Violets to win by a comfortable margin. On Saturday Feb. 8, the men’s wrestling place in the 1,000-meter run and CAS se- FIFA Women’s World Cup, WNBA view- incur. But sure, the league sounds cool. (If Steinhardt first-year Jenny Walker led NYU team competed at the US Coast Guard Acad- nior Evelyn Nkanga finished in 11th place in ership hit 413,000 early in the 2019 season you are wondering what the X stands for, with 18 points and 11 rebounds and CAS se- emy, blowing out Bridgewater State (40-12), the triple jump. and the 2019 NWSL Championship by the way, the answer is nothing at all.) nior Annie Barrett led NYU with four assists. Worcester Polytechnic Institute (33-9) and On the men’s team, CAS senior Carter Game drew its highest numbers in three I am here to point out that while prog- On Sunday, Feb. 9, the women’s basket- losing a close battle against the United States Beardsley excelled with an eighth place in years with an average of 166,000 viewers. ress is being made in women’s sports, the ball team defeated Case Western Reserve Coast Guard Academy (19-18). For Stern se- the weight throw, followed by SPS senior People clearly tune in, but is the priority of investors, general sports fans and University 64-55. Trailing by one early in the nior Sean Lyons, his victory against WPI was Julian Montilus, who finished in 23rd place media listening? the media has always lied in men’s sports. fourth quarter, Foos drained a three-pointer a special one — it was his 100th career victory. in the 60-meter hurdles and CAS junior Dil- The XFL is just the latest example of this. with 8:33 left in the game, giving NYU the The Violets return to action on Feb. 15 for lan Spector, who finished in 42nd place in lead for the rest of the game. Team leaders the UAA Championship. the distance run. The Sports Girl is a weekly column that included Steinhardt junior Janean Cuffee The Violets’ next meet is the Valentine features a girl’s take on sports. Yes, a with 20 points and four assists and Stein- Swimming and Diving Invitational, hosted by Boston Univer- girl. Yes, on sports. hardt sophomore Meghan McLaughlin with The men and women’s swim and dive sity, on Feb. 14. nine rebounds. team hosted the NYU Invitational on Friday, Email Bela Kirpalani The Violets compete against Emory Uni- Feb. 7 and Saturday, Feb. 8, where there was Email Arvind Sriram SOPHIA DI IORIO | WSN at [email protected]. versity on Feb. 14. no team scoring. at [email protected]. MONDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2020 Washington Square News 11

[email protected] UNDER THE ARCH Edited by GURU RAMANATHAN

CELIA TEWEY | WSN As I walked up the staircase, my shoes echoed brightly in the space.

Exploring the Empty Met

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 inside the large gala space in the at my own pace. This meant a lot My tour began in the Great Met and was given as a gift in 1967. to me. I don’t like to be rushed in Hall, first traveling up the interior The rest of my time on my museums, and I really felt like the staircase entering into the enclosed tour was spent viewing the paint- museum was mine for that short CELIA TEWEY | WSN Seeing the Met empty like this is a magical and grounding experience: American sculpture garden and ings, specifically in the European amount of time that morning. It you are literally surrounded by some of the greatest art and objects seeing the Neoclassical facade of Paintings section, where I got to was so quiet, you could hear a pin we’ve ever collected as a species. The Greek Hall exhibits some of the the Branch Bank of the United see work by Van Gogh, Géricault, drop. This was something that most incredible human anatomy sculptures to ever be made. States, which was originally located Monet and Degas. would never happen on a normal on Wall Street. The tour allowed me to nav- day at the Met. Next, into the Greek and Ro- igate the museum and see these Within 20 minutes of the Met’s man art hall. The department ex- famous pieces and photograph public opening at 10 a.m., crowds hibits 6th century sculptures of them in their entirety at whatever flooded the entrance hall, the gift Greek and pre-Roman art. The angles I pleased. Because of this, I shop, the bathrooms and the coat sculptures are all of humans, im- was free to roam the halls and felt check. The contrast is jarring. It mensely detailed right down to the the urge to take a lot of wide-angle is mesmerizing to stand alone in wrinkles on each finger. This was photos of the space. I had visited a place that so many people flock something I had never stopped to the Met before, but only in these to every day, whether they are look at before this trip. conditions did I realize how large New York residents, commut- Then, I went onto the Sackler the actual interior of the museum ers or tourists. Wing hall to see Egyptian Art, is. It was a wonder and an almost specifically the Temple of Dendur. eerie feeling to be alone amongst Email Celia Tewey The temple stands tall and alone so much history. I was free to walk at [email protected].

Ever since its estab- lishment in 1870, the Museum has acquired an immense collection of American Art. This enclosed sculpture court was added in 1980.

CELIA TEWEY | WSN Shadows Loom as sunlight pours into the Hall of Ancient Greece.

CELIA TEWEY | WSN Far in the back of the European wing was “Evening: Landscape with an Aqueduct” painted in 1818 with oil on canvas by Théodore Géricault. The Met col- lection represents more than 5,000 years of art from across the globe with almost 13,000 pieces.

CELIA TEWEY | WSN

CELIA TEWEY | WSN In the center of the gallery are large-scale marble sculptures made during the Roman period. These were originally made with bronze in CELIA TEWEY | WSN Greece during the fourth amd fifth centuries, but were lost or melted Dating back to the time of Augustus Caesar, circa 15 BCE, the Temple of Dendur was a down over time. gift from Egypt to the United States in 1967. The temple was built in 15 BCE. Washington Square News Staff

Editor-in-Chief Deputy Staff ADVERTISING Cole Stallone NEWS Matthew Fischetti, Business Manager Mina Mohammadi, Mel Bautista Managing Editor Roshni Raj Abby Hofstetter ARTS Ashley Wu Director of Sales DEPUTY Ronni Husmann, FILM Fareid El Gafy Yejin Chang Paul Kim, Anna-Dmitry THEATER & BOOKS Muratova Sasha Cohen Director of Marketing and Logistics INFORMING YOU FIRST MUSIC Mira Silveira Creative Director Deborah Alalade, Nicolas Pedrero-Setzer Creative Director Charlie Dodge CULTURE Tatiana Velasco Catherine Chen BEAUTY & STYLE Copy Chiefs Divya Nelakonda Account Associates Daija Dewberry, Dana Sun ABROAD Sam Brinton Moosa Waraich NYUNEWS.COM DEPUTY Nicole Chiarella, DINING Lauren Gruber Kim Rice, Isabel Tan ADVISING EDITOR Angela Cai, Opinion Page Director of Operations Srishti Gupta, EDITOR Jun Sung Nanci Healy Anastasia Johnson, DEPUTY Emily Dai, Rob Loeser, Gabby Lozano, Editorial Adviser Washington Square News Destine Manson, Asha Ramachandran, Rachel Holliday Smith Shy Mitchell, Nicholas Pabon Helen Wajda Editors-at-Large OFF-THIRD Noah Friend Multimedia Alana Beyer, Arin Garland, @nyunews Sophia Di Iorio, Bela Kirpalani, Alexandra Chan Under the Arch DEPUTY Chelsea Li Carol Lee, Kate Lowe, Victor MANAGING EDITOR Porcelli, Anna de la Rosa, PHOTO Jake Capriotti Guru Ramanathan @nyunews VIDEO Leo Sheingate Akiva Thalheim, Sakshi SENIOR EDITOR Venkatraman DEPUTY VIDEO Alex Tran Mandie Montes DEPUTY Social Media ABOUT WSN: Washington Square Vanessa Handy Alejandra Arevalo, Sammy Tavassoli News (ISSN 15499389) is the student DEPUTY Lisa Kindyeyeva, newspaper of New York University. WSN Katrina Morgan, David Niu MULTIMEDIA is published in print on Mondays and Sara Miranda throughout the week online during NYU’s Senior Staff VOICES academic year, except for university NEWS Lisa Cochran, Jessica Fiorella, holidays, vacations and exam periods. Maxine Flasher-Duzgunes Emily Mason CORRECTIONS: WSN is committed EXPOSURES CULTURE Bella Gil Celia Tewey to accurate reporting. When we make ARTS Kaylee DeFreitas, EXECUTIVE VIDEO PRODUCER errors, we do our best to correct them Ethan Zack Lu Limanowski as quickly as possible. If you believe we SPORTS Arvind Sriram DEPUTY VIDEO PRODUCER have erred, contact our managing editor Claire Feng at [email protected].