Education

NYU Media Studies Senior Awarded 2026-27 Fulbright Grant

Elaine Ho, a senior in the Department of Media, Culture, and Communication, will be traveling to South Korea next year to serve in the Fulbright English Teaching Assistant (ETA) Program.

A Conversation with Prof. Kendra Kintzi

Assistant Professor of Media, Culture, and Communication Kendra Kintzi reflects on her journey into political ecology and energy infrastructure research, sharing insights on decarbonization, digital technologies, and what it takes to build more just climate futures.

New Campaign Illustrates the Power of Youth and Career Development Achieved by the Liberty Partnerships Program at NYU Metro Center

NYU LPP’s “Everyday People, Everyday Heroes” Initiative highlights their upcoming Empire Youth Summit and the importance of college and career readiness.

A Conversation with Prof. Tracy Chippendale

Prof. Chippendale reflects on her journey as a clinician-scientist working with older adults, and how their experiences shaped her commitment to aging in place, the role of mobility and public space in health equity, and why sustainability must include safe neighborhoods, parks, and transportation systems.

A Conversation with Prof. Lara Saguisag

We spotlight Prof. Lara Saguisag, the Georgiou Chair in Children's Literature and Literacy at NYU Steinhardt. In a compelling conversation with Ran Mei, our graduate assistant and a doctoral student in Food Studies, Prof. Saguisag reflects on her path from children's book author to literary scholar and climate justice educator. She discusses how stories shape ecological awareness, the power of youth literature, and what it means to teach sustainability through a lens of justice, reciprocity, and resistance.

NYU Metro Center Hosts Art And Music Showcase Highlighting the Work of NYC Public School Students

The Liberty Partnerships Program (LPP) at NYU Metro Center creates space for youth to develop their artistic voices, as well as an opportunity for family and community members to witness the students' vision, perspective, and courage. 

Equity Now: Welcoming, Affirming, and Healing Schools Conference Empowers Youth, Educators, & Caregivers In the Midst of a Challenging Academic Year

During their spectactular third annual conference, NYU Metro Center emboldens a dynamic, wide-ranging community of practice to successfully transform their schools so that children can thrive.