Brenda Plascencia

The image could not be loaded. Skip to main content Colonial-esque. Classy. Fancier. Modern. Lowercase. That’s how Fordham University students described the school’s in one word. The university has defended the rebrand, despite mixed reviews. Students on campus shared their opinions with WFUV. “Honestly, don’t really mind it,” said incoming freshman Lucy Rios.

New York City public schools are getting to support a new Asian American and Pacific Islander curriculum. Teachers, students and council members gathered outside City Hall to celebrate on Wednesday, July 3, 2025. Some held up banners, others chanted. “Our history, our power!” they cheered. According to NYC demographic data, Asian communities make up more than 15% of the population.

Teresa Mateus is the grants and programs coordinator at The Kota Alliance. Her organization works to provide free art classes, yoga, and advocacy workshops in order to, as Mateus explained, “empower and support the wellness and health of women, girls, and gender non-conforming folks in New York City.” The non-profit, situated in Sugar Hill, Harlem, makes all of its classes and programs free. “There is an option to donate,” Mateus explained.