With the semester coming to a close, there are a number of University-sponsored events that you might want to attend. . These include a discussion of the injustices related to the pandemic, a lecture on the foundations of ethical decision-making, or a conversation about queer liberalism and marginal mobility. With these options, you are likely to find something in line with your personal interests that would enrich your understanding of civic responsibility. Take a look at the event descriptions below, and consider transforming your study break into an educational experience.

Graduate students have been frustrated at various elements of the administration’s COVID-19 response, including its removal of teaching appointments for graduate students and its failure to provide rent relief and a sufficient stipend for the summer months. Head to the union’s website for a complete list of its bargaining goals, and read our recent article on its mission to advocate for child care benefits here.

With more people getting vaccinated, the summer semester seems like a viable option to be in New York City, especially for those who have spent their fall and spring semesters off campus. That being said, you might want to start thinking about housing options for the summer.

Happy International Women’s Day! March 8 is a day to celebrate the global achievements of women and work toward a more gender-equitable future. So if you want to learn more about female empowerment or contribute to the cause but aren’t sure where to start, check out the resources we have listed below.