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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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Rape of indian women one of many rights abuses

February 4, 2013
The tragedy the rape of indian women that seared international headlines in the past couple of weeks show that many abuses against women, both physical and otherwise, go undocumented in the international focus on the progress of women's rights.
Chris Klemens/WSN

Super Bowl blackout changes course of game

February 4, 2013
The 47th Super Bowl between the Baltimore Ravens and San Francisco 49ers featured many intriguing events.
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Professor of microbiology earns White House honors

February 4, 2013
Jan Vilcek was awarded the medal of Technology and Innovation for his work on developing Remicade.
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NYU alumna promotes fitness through digital community

February 4, 2013
Dana Zilber, an NYU alumna, created an app that allows users to log and share their fitness routines and goals.
Gloria Lee/WSN

Reddit founder’s death sheds light on information censorship

February 4, 2013
Aaron Swartz's death shows that he was the Robin Hood of information dessimation.
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Social media enhances academic life

February 4, 2013
A recent study found that social media has seen increasing use in classrooms, although students and professors have mixed opinions about how effective the new digital tools are in the classroom.
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NYU professors remember former Mayor Edward Koch

February 4, 2013
Passing away at 88 years-old, former New York City mayor Edward Koch is remembered for his triumphs and tribulations.
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NYU professors band together to raise scholarship funds

February 4, 2013
Members of the NYU faculty are putting on a show to raise funds for student financial aid.
Rachel Kaplan/WSN

Bus routes altering for NYU students

February 4, 2013
NYU bus routes will see several changes in the spring 2013 semester due to road construction.

Students should resist social pressure to drink

February 3, 2013
It may not always be socially acceptable to say no when offered a drink, but alcohol is a devastating drug that should not be taken due to social pressure.
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Aldon Smith undeserving of MVP honor

February 2, 2013
The 49ers defensive end has proved in recent games that he is not nearly as successful without the help of fellow defensive player Justin Smith.
Kimmel loses water due to water main break

Kimmel loses water due to water main break

February 1, 2013
Due to a water main collapse in the flatiron district, several downtown buildings, including some in the NYU community, have lost water.