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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

Wiggins brings excitement, questions to basketball landscape

Wiggins brings excitement, questions to basketball landscape

November 17, 2013

College basketball has been electrified with the arrival of this year’s top prospect, Andrew Wiggins. The son of a former basketball player and track star, Wiggins’ spent...

Typhoon Haiyan portrays Philippines government as political disaster

Typhoon Haiyan portrays Philippines government as political disaster

November 17, 2013
Typhoon Haiyan has revealed the incompetence of the government in the Philippines.
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Op Ed Live: Sexton’s Legacy

November 15, 2013
Steinhardt professor Ted Magder and co-chair of the WSN editorial board Edward Radzivilovskiy debate President John Sexton’s legacy, university governance, votes of no confidence, the NYU 2031 expansion plan, and more.
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NYU sees rise in number of foreign enrollment, drops in IIE ranking

November 14, 2013
More NYU students choose to study abroad than any other university.
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Public Safety reassesses safety measures in wake of assault incidents

Kavish Harjai, Staff Writer November 14, 2013
Following recent incidents on campus, Public Safety has increased patrols and is undergoing a review.
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Day in the Life: Robin Chan

November 14, 2013
CAS sophomore Robin Chan juggles a packed schedule full of extracurriculars, on-campus jobs and classes ranging from economics to studio art.
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Panel discusses Asian, Caribbean diaspora

November 14, 2013
A panel of experts discussed the role of indentured labor in creating the Asian and Caribbean diaspora at the NYU China House last night.
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Alum Skylar Astin talks lead role in TBS comedy ‘Ground Floor’

November 14, 2013
Skylar Astin, who rose to fame as a star in "Pitch Perfect," talks about his latest comedy project.
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Thrift stores to warm up winter wardrobes

November 14, 2013
As the weather cools down, find some cheap winter wear at these trendy thrift shopping outlets around the city.
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Sundance Channel’s ‘Returned’ breathes life into zombie horror genre

November 14, 2013
Sundance's new drama deviates from the over-the-top formula of hit zombie genre shows like "Walking Dead" to create more well-rounded, realistic characters.