As Barron Trump wraps up his freshman year at New York University, a period reportedly marked by both challenges and growth, a professor’s offhand remark has sparked renewed attention. According to The Irish Star, the professor questioned whether the former president’s youngest son “belongs” at NYU—a comment that has raised eyebrows and left its intent open to interpretation.
Barron, 19, began his studies at NYU in September 2024. Though initial reports suggested he struggled to adjust, sources now say he has settled in well, even forming a close relationship with a fellow student. “Barron has a really nice girlfriend and hangs out with her a lot,” an insider told NewsNation.
Still, the recent professor’s comment—reported via Hola Magazine—has drawn curiosity and criticism alike, particularly due to its vague context. It remains unclear whether the statement reflected concern for Barron’s privacy or unease over the attention his presence draws to the university. The comment also follows a student’s earlier observation that Barron is “watched like a zoo animal” on campus.
Despite the scrutiny, those close to the NYU community say Barron has largely stayed out of the spotlight. “He’s much more like his mother, Melania — he keeps his head down and gets on with it,” the source added. “He’s not trying to be the big man on campus.”
As he nears the end of his first year, Barron appears to be navigating the pressures of public life and college with quiet determination, even as public interest in his private life continues to grow.
