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Washington Square News

New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

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Greek societies bring thousands to first NYU Dance Marathon

November 25, 2013
NYU Greek life hosted a dance marathon in Kimmel and helped raise more than $125,000 for the Arthur McDonough B+ Foundation.
Student discussion should not be suppressed

Student discussion should not be suppressed

Christina Coleburn, Staff Columnist November 25, 2013
Following Neshaminy High School's editorial announcing a ban of the word "Redskin" in their newspaper, the principal should have encouraged the valid student discussion, rather than shoot down the debate.
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Naftali to begin LGBTQ, activist archives at Tamiment

Kavish Harjai, News Editor November 25, 2013
Tim Naftali will serve as the co-director of the Tamiment Library.
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Creative Writing Program students, poet share works

November 25, 2013
In the final event of the Emerging Writers Reading Series, four students and poet Natalie Diaz read their works.
Israeli reaction to nuclear deal unjustified

Israeli reaction to nuclear deal unjustified

November 25, 2013
Israel's outrage over the nuclear deal reached with Iran, which temporarily freezes its nuclear program, reveals unrealistic expectations for achieving diplomacy.
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What’s in your bag: Calli Sara Goldstein

November 25, 2013
Steinhardt freshman Calli Sara Goldstein, a major in Studio Art, shared the assortment of quirky art supplies and various other contents of her bag — a list of interesting items ranging from red velvet fabric samples to lollipops.
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Men’s, women’s basketball continues perfect season

November 25, 2013
The men's and women's basketball teams continued to dominate in their games this weekend.
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Student Senators Council hosts benefit concert for Philippines

November 25, 2013
Performances at the NYU Can Help benefit on Nov. 21 brought powerful stories to NYU.
Cyberbullying requires legislation, monitoring

Cyberbullying requires legislation, monitoring

November 24, 2013
The recent case of 12-year-old Rebecca Sedwick, who committed suicide because of cyberbullying, brings to light the need for legislation to combat the rise of harassment online, and for schools to ensure both parents and teens have better knowledge of the dangers of the Internet.
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NYU community raises money for Typhoon Haiyan relief

November 22, 2013
The SSC organized a vigil and a benefit for Typhoon Haiyan relief last night.
Alumni demonstrate in Washington Square Park, question value of higher education

Alumni demonstrate in Washington Square Park, question value of higher education

Kavish Harjai, Staff Writer November 22, 2013
Alumni from multiple universities gathered in Washington Square Park to protest the expensive cost of liberal arts education.
Earth Matters at NYU campaigns for conscentious recycling in dorms

Earth Matters at NYU campaigns for conscentious recycling in dorms

November 22, 2013
The NYU Chapter of Earth Matters is keeping the NYU community abreast of the nuances of recycling at one of the the nation's most sustainable schools.