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?
How Patrick Taylor transformed skiing and sailing into knitwear
I first met Patrick Taylor at his Chelsea apartment, where the space exuded a quiet warmth. Soft furniture, a peaceful garden view through the windows, and shelves lined with colorful yarn gave the room a cozy, imaginative vibe. Yet the paddleboard leaning casually against the wall, next to a rack of his latest collection hinted… Continue reading How Patrick Taylor transformed skiing and sailing into knitwear
The New School’s Tishman Center adopted a new approach for this year’s climate week
Last week, The New School participated in NYC Climate Week from Sept. 22-29. The New School’s climate week hub featured events, including the Urban Systems Lab’s “Exploring the potential of AI tools for climate risk and resilience” and Swissnex’s “Climate Ring: refashioning fashion.” This year also marked the 10th anniversary of the People’s Climate March. … Continue reading The New School’s Tishman Center adopted a new approach for this year’s climate week