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NYU Steinhardt News

NYU Steinhardt Makes an Impact at 2025 AERA Annual Meeting

From helping to co-chair the planning committee to hosting a reception, members of the NYU Steinhardt community were front and center.

Gaurav Seth to Present at the American Society of Biomechanics (ASB) 2025 Meeting

Gaurav Seth has received a competitive Student Travel Award from the American Society of Biomechanics to support his presentation.
Areas of Study: Health

Five NYU Steinhardt Alumni Win Top Prizes at the 2025 Tony Awards

NYU Steinhardt alumni brought home Best New Musical, Best Revival of a Musical, and more at the 78th annual Tony Awards on June 8.

Mitch Cole (MA ’20) Helps Others Thrive After 40-Year Business Career

After retiring at 70, the NYU Steinhardt Applied Psychology alum went back to school for a master’s degree to help people live better lives.

Okhee Lee Publishes E-Book with National Science Teaching Association

The e-book incorporates a decade of research and tools from Lee and her team’s work to advance equity in STEM and language education.

Making Mentors Pairs Autistic High School and College Students for Mutual Benefit

Peer-based mentoring for neurodivergent students increases belonging and self-acceptance.

NYC Students Showcase STEM Projects in Celebration of National Science Foundation’s 75th Anniversary

NYU Steinhardt co-hosted an event recognizing NSF-funded projects supporting STEM learning and workforce development in NYC schools.

Joan A. Gillman (MA ’82) Named 2025 Top Educator of the Year

Honored by the International Association of Top Professionals, the NYU Steinhardt Teaching and Learning alum has been a teacher for 43 years.

Affiliate Highlight: New Book from Richard Welsh on Transforming School Discipline

Explore the latest work from Dr. Richard Welsh, whose new book, Suspended Futures, offers insights into racial disparities in school discipline and potential solutions. Drawing on evidence from NYC public schools, Welsh outlines a framework for reform aimed at improving school climate and creating more inclusive learning environments.

Alumni Profile: Laura Gould and Daughters Lily, AJ, and Gracie Crandall

Laura Gould (Steinhardt ’90, ’95, GSM ’23) and her three daughters, Lily Crandall (Steinhardt ’20, TSOA ’24), AJ Crandall (CAS ’22), and Gracie Crandall (Steinhardt ’24) share their thoughts on pursing dreams.

MCC MediaLab Hosts mediaWorks_2025 to Showcase Student Talents

Submissions from around NYU included web design, short films, and a sustainable fashion show.

PINE Hosts Virtual Summit for Building Inclusive Communities

NYU Steinhardt's Program for Inclusion and Neurodiversity Education (PINE) offers expert-developed resources and innovative programming to create inclusive spaces.

Who’s Buying the Free Press? A Q&A with Rodney Benson

The professor of media, culture, and communication explains the spectrum of media ownership—public to market and everything in between—and how these forms support or threaten today’s journalism.

Alumna Lily Soto's Double Role in Hamilton

Alumna Lily Soto (BA`24) lands her dream role as Peggy Schuyler/Maria Reynolds in the Angelica Tour of Hamilton.
Areas of Study: The Arts

Department of Occupational Therapy 2025 Faculty Highlights

Read on to learn about the highlights from the 2024-2025 academic year by the Department of Occupational Therapy faculty members.
Areas of Study: Health

Congratulations to the 2025 Steinhardt Graduation Award Winners from Occupational Therapy

Join us in congratulating the 2025 Steinhardt Graduation Award Recipients from the Department of Occupational Therapy at NYU.
Areas of Study: Health

NYU Steinhardt PhD Student Participates in Inaugural PhD Live! Event

Dannyelle Long, PhD candidate in the Physical Therapy program, was selected to receive expert coaching on presenting doctoral research.

New Blog Post Highlights Research Alliance Analyses of Pandemic’s Effects on NYC Students

How did COVID-19 impact NYC high school students’ academic trajectories—and why did some groups face deeper disruptions than others?

Department of Occupational Therapy 2026 Faculty Highlights

Read on to learn about the highlights from the 2025-2026 academic year by the Department of Occupational Therapy faculty members.
Areas of Study: Health

NYU Metro Center Students Find Empowerment Lobbying Politicians in the State Capitol

NYC High School students with the Liberty Partnerships Program (NYU LPP) meet with state legislators to share their diverse perspectives and advocate for the continuation of Opportunity Program funding in the New York State budget.

Areas of Study: Education