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Events and Traditions

The University’s tremendous history of pride and spirit has been reflected throughout the decades with campus-wide events and programs. So join in, have fun, and be a part of New York University’s events and traditions.  

Incoming students, parents, or University alumni, you are welcome to return to campus for events throughout the year, engaging you in celebrating culture, academic endeavor, and just plain fun. 

Remembering the past and where we came from grounds us as a community and an institution and where we are today.  Embrace the history of this great university and take part in our traditional events through out the year. We are always looking for new ideas and new students.  Bring your friends along and join in the fun of keeping these rich traditions alive on campus. 

Where to start? The offices that run these events are always looking for students to join the committees that run these special events and traditions.  Stop by the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs or contact the Student Resource Center for more information.


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Strawberry Festival

A tradition for over 20 years, Strawberry Festival gathers students, staff and faculty in celebration of wellness, community, and of course, strawberries!
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"Beat Memories: The Photographs of Allen Ginsberg"

January 15 – April 6, 2013, at the Grey Art Gallery. "Beat Memories" presents an in-depth look at the Beat Generation as seen through the lens of Allen Ginsberg (1926–1997). Although well known for his poetry, Ginsberg was also an avid photo- grapher, capturing the people and places around him in spontaneous, often intimate snapshots.
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NYU Mobile

Discover what is happening at NYU from the convenience of your phone (available now for iPhone and Android).
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Watch 2012 Commencement Highlights!

NYU's 180th Commencement held on Wednesday, May 16, 2012 from 9:30 am - 1:00 pm (EDT) at Yankee Stadium.
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