As The New School’s halls became filled once more for the start of the spring semester, booths handing out free red water bottles popped up around campus. The bottles, among other newly available perks, are a part of the school’s RENEW sustainability campaign, which is intended to combat the impacts of single-use plastic on campus. … Continue reading The New School’s ambitious sustainability campaign leaves students and faculty eager for more
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Parsons students launch clothing lines with a focus on sustainability
After a summer of conceptualizing, brand building, and sewing, Parsons School of Design second-year Hannah Estrada dropped her new clothing line this past Fashion Week. “I was able to work with a lot of really cool people,” she said, “everyone was just really excited, because Fashion Week was happening and we got to be a… Continue reading Parsons students launch clothing lines with a focus on sustainability
Can We Teach Sustainability without Science?
The future of the New School’s growing science program and its recently opened lab spaces at the University Center faces a turning point after three years of development, said Katayoun Chamany, the associate professor of natural sciences and mathematics, who is charged with leading the program. Frustrations regarding a tight budget and small staff has… Continue reading Can We Teach Sustainability without Science?
Sustainability at The New School: Truth or Hype?
Over the past decade, The New School has gone out of its way to present itself as an institution committed to sustainability. The university’s numerous environmental commitments and sustainability initiatives are readily available to the community, whether in the form of a web page highlighting state-of-the-art features found in the new University Center or a… Continue reading Sustainability at The New School: Truth or Hype?
The New School’s Climate Justice Club hosts second annual Earth Day
On Saturday, April 20, The New School’s Climate Justice Club held its second annual Earth Day Art Show on the 2nd floor of 39 West 13 Street. Students’ artwork was displayed throughout the space, featuring a mix of interactive exhibitions on tables next to hung dyed tapestries and mixes of digital and traditional art, blending… Continue reading The New School’s Climate Justice Club hosts second annual Earth Day
The New School no longer expects a deficit in this year’s budget
The New School is expected to breakeven by the time the 2024 fiscal year ends on June 30, despite a projected $57 million budget deficit. The university’s short-term and long-term financial stabilization plans to address the deficit were endorsed by the Board of Trustees in December, university spokesperson Merrie Snead told the New School Free… Continue reading The New School no longer expects a deficit in this year’s budget