NYU junior Nina Lehrecke looks out at the Tappan Zee Bridge from her house in Rockland County, New York. Lehrecke commutes to and from NYU at least once per week.

Nina moved upstate as a senior in high school, after living in Manhattan for her entire life.

Nina walks through the woods to the bus as part of her commute. For her entire life, she has loved the outdoors.

The bus shows up late most days, but Nina doesn't mind.

A 50-minute bus ride brings Nina to the George Washington Bridge Bus Terminal. "I hate the bus," she said.

During her subway ride, Nina said she misses being outside. “I already wish I was back. I need air.”

After two hours, Nina arrives on campus. During the week, she stays with friends or catsits. Come Saturday, though, she will be back in Rockland County, working at a pie shop.

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