Research & Creative Practice

The New School’s students, alums, and faculty engage in groundbreaking scholarly research, creative practice, and scholarship that has a global and social impact. Our 34 academic centers and institutes—led by renowned international scholars—defy disciplinary boundaries to address the world’s most pressing problems. By bringing together celebrated academics, including MacArthur Grant winners and Fulbright scholars, our community continues to uncover bold new avenues for knowledge and creativity.

Recent Highlights

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The research and creative practice done by our students, alumni, and faculty expand and redraw conventional boundaries. Explore work defined by rigorous methodology, deep exploration, and innovative problem-solving.
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The world is demanding new ideas, new ways of approaching our increasingly complex problems, and new leaders who will shape a more beautiful existence for all living things. Every day, the people at The New School are embracing this challenge. We invite you to join our scholars, designers, artists and changemakers at the forefront of creating this change.  
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  • Alumni Bookshelf

    Alumni Bookshelf

    Recognizing authors and illustrators across The New School's colleges and disciplines, the Bookshelf is an annual showcase of alumni achievements in the literary world.

  • Public Seminar

    Public Seminar

    Dedicated to informing debate about the pressing issues of our times, Public Seminar is supported by colleagues and collaborators around The New School and the globe.

  • Parsons Thesis Work

    Parsons Thesis Work

    The creative outpouring of Parsons’ students and faculty is as diverse as the community itself. Parsons' thesis work encompasses all kinds of media and scholarship. 

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In our centers, institutes, and labs, scholarly rigor combines with intellectual freedom, generating innovative work that challenges traditional approaches to solving problems.
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Resources

  • Research Support

    Research Support

    The Office of Research Support is committed to the progress of high-quality research, creative practice, and professional activity among students, staff, and faculty.

  • Resources A-Z

    Resources A-Z

    From networking to funding, discover research-related resources and take advantage of opportunities to connect and partner with The New School community.  

  • Academic Collaboration

    Academic Collaboration

    The Collaboratory seeks to enhance the social and educational impact of academic collaborations with students, faculty, scholars, activists and practitioners in and beyond The New School.

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