When we talk about New York City, we just say "New York". It's just like calling the university "The University."
MrCyan: You really shouldn't go to grad school in New York City. It
costs too much to live there!
MrBeige: Don't worry, I'vegot a foolproof plan worked out so that I
won't have to pay for housing.
MrBeige: My grad student contract requires that any group I join have
a couch available.