Editorials

The occupation of 90 Fifth Ave. proved to be a contentious and divisive issue for the entire community. For many students, the occupation represented a manifestation of the ideals that they had come to The New School to experience: our historically active and progressive university was, once again, making its voice heard in an important social movement. But plenty of others were opposed to the occupation, and raised concerns about the graffiti on the walls of the Student Study Center, the loss of valuable — and limited — study space at the university, and the perceived exclusiveness of the occupation.

It’s no secret that apathy runs rampant among Lang students, and that inactive organizations like the LSU are often the butt of jokes. But $40,000 isn’t a joke — it’s an opportunity for students to make a change. If no one gets involved, then no one reaps the benefits.