Hey, hey,
Thank you so much for sharing this; it is disappointing and a downer but it's not your response, but rather the situation, that is. I'm really sorry for all you all are being put through, and I commend you highly for being part of the fight forward (because sitting back is easier and a totally valid choice to ease the mindset).
I was wondering - would you know how NYU specifically compares to Columbia in that regard? No one has been as direct about Columbia (and I'm very grateful), I'm wondering if you knew anything about NYU.