On the Spirit of an Afghani Bakery

A reminiscent account of the food, scent, and people of a local bakery

The Rise and Downfall of Crypto’s Messiah

A background check into the FTX founder, who has been found guilty of all seven charges against him, facing a maximum prison sentence of 115 years.

Campus Cats 101: Do’s and Don'ts

The Gazelle recently sat down with Mayada Oudah for an introduction to the lore of NYU Abu Dhabi’s favorite residents, how to keep them safe, and available volunteering opportunities.

If I Could Fly ...

A reflection about childhood fantasies and young adulthood dreams. How many of those do we keep while growing up? Do we stay complacent or do we strive for more?

Under the Banyan Tree

Appreciating Banyan trees as they became a symbol of home after moving to a new country.

Fluid Identities: Blessing or Curse?

A reflection on identity crises, and how they help us reaffirm who we are.

Pennies to Pages: The Priceless Joy of Book Sales

From chasing titles at Buhaira Corniche's book sale as a 10-year-old with empty pockets to walking out of NYU Abu Dhabi’s bookstore with full arms, my literary passion has followed me through the years.

Student Spotlight: Confidence Ezemba, Author of “Don’t You Forget”

Confidence Ezemba, a budding Nigerian author and a junior at NYU Abu Dhabi, has recently made waves with his debut novel, Don't You Forget. As a promising talent, The Gazelle sat down with Ezemba to discuss his book and his creative process.

Leaving and Being Left Behind: My NYUAD Experience with Study Away and Friendships

A personal tale of unspoken heartache, where the familiarity of a place holds both joy and a lingering sense of loss. This piece is dedicated to the deep and meaningful friendships and memories we get to build together during our time at NYUAD.

The Freshman Experience: Is It Worth It?

Is the dream of NYU Abu Dhabi even real? A first-year student’s perspective on expectations meeting reality, and other lessons.

Faking It Till You're Still Faking It

My journey of dealing with cultural beauty standards, body positivity, and self-confidence as I moved away from home.

My Own Private Abu Dhabi

A photography apprentice’s first attempt at making her world real.

Exploring NYU Abu Dhabi’s iGEM: A Journey of Science and Beyond

NYU Abu Dhabi is a dynamic hub where diverse disciplines fuse together to nurture global citizens. In this unique blend of science, art, education and entrepreneurship, the university's iGEM team is pioneering innovation that transcends research.

The Voice and the City

Today, spiritual experiences are all around us. I share what some of these experiences, which come from diverse cultures from around the world, taught me about life.

My Nationality Does Not Define Me

A personal reflection on stereotypes based on nationality and what drives human connections.