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The words “BEYOND NYU” next to a woman holding a book.
Beyond NYU: Writing to help women combat social media’s toxic impact
An email from N.Y.U.’s department of campus safety pasted on a purple background.
Administrator punched near Washington Square Park
A woman standing by a podium in graduation regalia.
Human rights scholar Martha Minow to speak at this year’s commencement
A woman handing a letter to another woman.
RAs unionize, demand university recognition
Paulson Center lobby focusing on a white sign that says “TO ENHANCE THE SAFETY AND SECURITY OF THE N.Y.U. COMMUNITY, A N.Y.U. I.D. IS TEMPORARILY REQUIRED FOR ACCESS.”
NYU’s Paulson atrium restrictions might violate 2012 legal agreement
A group of protesters holding colorful signs.
Social work students rally for paid field time and fewer hours
An email from N.Y.U.’s department of campus safety pasted on a purple background.
Campus Safety responds to wave of assaults near Washington Square Park
The emergency exit door at the entrance to a subway station. Behind the door there are security guards. The door has a sign that reads “Service Entry”.
Students wary of Hochul’s subway security plan
A mural of a woman’s face holding up a chain with the word “LOISAIDA” and a gold cityscape. The words “el bohio murals” and “#BRINGARTBACK” are next to the woman alongside the words “CURATED BY … THRIVECOLLECTIVE.ORG.”
Activists’ 25-year fight to revive an East Village community center
A woman wearing black stands between two speakers in front of a crowd of people holding signs and banners.
Hundreds of pro-Palestinian protesters march across Manhattan
An email from N.Y.U.’s department of campus safety pasted on a purple background.
Administrator punched near Washington Square Park
A woman standing by a podium in graduation regalia.
Human rights scholar Martha Minow to speak at this year’s commencement
A woman handing a letter to another woman.
RAs unionize, demand university recognition
A group of protesters holding colorful signs.
Social work students rally for paid field time and fewer hours
The headshots of three N.Y.U. faculty arranged in a collage.
3 professors named Guggenheim Fellows
Paulson Center lobby focusing on a white sign that says “TO ENHANCE THE SAFETY AND SECURITY OF THE N.Y.U. COMMUNITY, A N.Y.U. I.D. IS TEMPORARILY REQUIRED FOR ACCESS.”
NYU’s Paulson atrium restrictions might violate 2012 legal agreement
Subway station with New York University signage covered in red spray paint splatters and the tag “FUNDS GENOCIDE.”
Pro-Palestinian activists spray paint NYU subway station
A graphic of the first page of a legal document on a purple background.
3 professors seek defendant status in antisemitism lawsuit against NYU
Three people at the front of a stage with a brick wall behind them.
Palestinian journalist speaks about first-hand coverage of Israel-Hamas war at panel
A woman stands with her left hand in the air. She is wearing a black blazer with grid patterns on the. She has short, brown hair.
Mills speaks on Israel-Hamas war response, decrease of male students in higher education
A large group of people sit on the large staircase inside the lobby of New York University’s Kimmel Center for University Life, with one person in the front row holding a sign with text “WOMAN LIFE FREEDOM” printed on it.
Students demand more from Hamilton on Iran demonstrations
The logo of New York Universitys Asian/Pacific/American Studies in white in the middle of leaves and flowers.
Asian/Pacific/American Studies major lacks adequate representation, students and faculty say
An exterior shot of the Bronfman Center. On the left is the entrance of the building with a New York University sign that reads “STILL REQUIRED FACE MASK.” On the right is a plaque that reads “New York University 7 The EDGAR M. BRONFMAN CENTER FOR JEWISH STUDENT LIFE”
NYU disputes failing grade on antisemitism report
Dr. Jonathan Haidt speaking in front of an audience with a presentation labeled “The Partisan Divide on Political Values Grows Even Wider” behind him.
Stern professor resigns from professional org. after refusing to write diversity statement
An illustration of a gray facade which reads “NYU School of Global Public Health”, with a purple banner that reads “NYU” on the right side, all against a pale background.
Women with disabilities more likely to report food insecurity, NYU study finds
The words “BEYOND NYU” next to a woman holding a book.
Beyond NYU: Writing to help women combat social media’s toxic impact
Chloe George in red hair stands against a white background.“BEYOND N.Y.U.” is written in white font in the top-left corner.
Beyond NYU: Singing solo after songwriting for stars
A woman with blue hair and a blue shirt plays a guitar and sings into a microphone. “BEYOND N.Y.U.” is in white font in the top-right corner.
Beyond NYU: From books to ballads
A man in a red velvet suit looks to the right next to a vintage music player. “BEYOND NYU” is in white font in the top left corner.
Beyond NYU: A shy guy’s transformation into Broadway success
A graphic featuring a woman in front of a red background with the hand-drawn words “BEYOND N.Y.U.” next to him.
Beyond NYU: A global jazz singer’s journey to becoming a Grammy winner
Doctor Carl Zimmer speaks from the wooden podium in Hemmerdinger Hall. An audience sits in front of him. Behind him is a projector screen displaying two images.
How science journalists reported on the ‘story of our lifetime’
A man wearing a dotted tie, a white shirt and a black suit jacket speaks in an online conference session. Behind him are a bookshelf and five clocks displaying times in different time zones.
Minnesota prof criticizes public health response at COVID-19 lecture
An illustration of a COVID-19 vaccination card in the background with a half-full syringe on the left of the foreground and a bottle reading “COVID-19 VACCINE BOOSTER” on the right.
Most NYU students haven’t received the bivalent booster, WSN survey finds
A building which has NYU and NYU Steinhardt flags hoisted from a walls.
After one month of checking visitor vax cards, NYU gives up
Seven students wear masks while sitting at their desks in an NYU classroom. A professor sitting on a table listens to a student.
Immunocompromised students concerned following mask mandate removal
The exterior of a restaurant with a sign saying “CHOLA” and, below that, “COASTAL INDIAN CUISINE.
Chola brings elevated Indian flavors to seafood lovers everywhere
A dorm room with two beds in University Hall.
Ranked: First-year residence halls
A man uses a blowtorch on a piece of sushi.
Lunch at Kintsugi Omakase is simple yet magnificent
Three men dancing and clapping while a woman sings on a stage. Light up letters are at the front of the stage spelled “ARAB.”
NYU Arab Festival vibrantly celebrates Middle Eastern and North African cultures
(Julia Smerling for WSN)
A warm welcome to modern Asian fine dining with Hortus NYC
A model in blue jeans and a detailed white bikini top with sunglasses on her head poses.
NYU Program Board fashion show spotlights student designers’ unique visions
An illustration with “BOOTS” written in the middle, and boots are below and above the words.
These boots were made for walking: A guide to the best boot styles
Five women stand in front of a crowd dressed in black, green, orange, red and white modest dresses.
NYU student uses fashion and femininity to raise money for victims in Sudan
A person walking in Washington Square Park is wearing a brown mini skirt, black sneakers and a black open-knit sweater over a white tank top, while carrying a yellow tote bag.
Cultivate your spring wardrobe with these 6 blooming trends
Twelve lip balm tubes lined up and displayed on a white background
The best products for any lip-balm lover
The exterior of a restaurant with a sign saying “CHOLA” and, below that, “COASTAL INDIAN CUISINE.
Chola brings elevated Indian flavors to seafood lovers everywhere
A man uses a blowtorch on a piece of sushi.
Lunch at Kintsugi Omakase is simple yet magnificent
(Julia Smerling for WSN)
A warm welcome to modern Asian fine dining with Hortus NYC
Front of the bar The Happiest Hour which has a green facade and gold lettering.
Betting on burgers: A new take on the American classic from The Happiest Hour
Bobian Demce standing with his arms crossed, looking up in front of a wall of photos.
Dua Kafe is the heart and soul of Albanian food in the East Village
Three men dancing and clapping while a woman sings on a stage. Light up letters are at the front of the stage spelled “ARAB.”
NYU Arab Festival vibrantly celebrates Middle Eastern and North African cultures
A storefront with text that reads “Pop Up Grocer & CAFE.”
From baked goods to books: 4 must-visit, women-owned businesses
An illustration of a plate with yellow rice, chicken legs and red onion.
The only chicken biryani recipe you’ll ever need
Four framed photographs on a white wall.
‘The Ways of Langston Hughes’ dives into the relationship between two creative pioneers of the Harlem Renaissance
Five women stand in front of a crowd dressed in black, green, orange, red and white modest dresses.
NYU student uses fashion and femininity to raise money for victims in Sudan
Line of colorful tin cans arranged next to each other. From left to right: “GHOST” on a yellow and blue can, “BANG ENERGY” on a white and blue can , “C4” on a black and orange can, “ALANI NU” on a blue and mint green can, “MONSTER” on a black and neon green can, “CELSIUS” on an orange and white can, “JAVA MONSTER” on a brown can, “PRIME” on a pink and white can, “YERBA MATE” on a yellow and red can and “RED BULL” on a blue and tin can.
Ranked: Energy drinks
Six water bottles lined up against a white background.
Ranked: Water bottles
Illustration depicting two rows of professors from the chest up.
Ranked: Five professors that’ll make or break your semester
A colorful illustration of six different handbags: a blue laptop bag, a brown designer bag, a pink Jansport backpack, a black designer tote bag, a cream fabric tote bag, and a brown vintage messenger bag.
Ranked: School bags
(Illustration by Aaliya Luthra)
Ranked: Students who study abroad
Two people walk down the runway. One wears a quilt patchwork dress and the other wears a striped colorblocked dress.
IMPACT’s annual show champions sustainability but lacks organization
Two models with pink eyeshadow look into the camera. One is wearing a ginger wig, the other a blonde wig.
Frederick Anderson creates a mélange of blues, grunge and rock and roll
A group of models in different red, white and black outfits pose in front of a white backdrop.
Bishme Cromartie blends streetwear and avant-garde design
A model walking down a runway with a red dress that has a blue protruding hand and cat.
Abstract constructions and sleek streetwear take on NYFW
A group of models walks down a runway in a line. At the front of the runway, a model opens a black and white checkered cape to reveal a blue ruched mini dress with red stars.
Cultural commentary meets couture at first day of Global Fashion Collective
A girl wearing a white tank top and blue jeans sits on a store countertop, holding a wooden sign that reads, “Brandy Melville.”
Review: ‘Brandy Hellville & the Cult of Fast Fashion’ has been a long time coming
A screen displayed on the wall of wooden sticks in water with a mountain in the background, an art piece displayed dangling from the ceiling and a red art piece displayed on a platform.
Review: ‘Threads to the South’ explores Latin American identity through textile art
Two women wearing neutral colors are shocked as the woman in front of them flips her hair.
Review: ‘Wicked Little Letters’ spells out what it means to be kind
A giant gorilla wielding a spear.
Review: In ‘Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire,’ Godzilla is nowhere to be found
Six black and white portraits on a wall.
Review: ‘Chelsea Hotel Portraits’ expertly reveals humanity in the Chelsea Hotel
Collage of four illustrated books: on the top left is an illustration of a book cover filled with oranges under a plastic film. The title “BLISS MONTAGE Stories” lies on top of the film. On the top right is an illustration of a black book cover titled “POVERTY, BY AMERICA” on a light green background. On the bottom left is an illustration of a book cover with a black, bold line across it. A bee is in the top right corner, along with the title “The Bee Sting” written between the lines. On the bottom right is an illustration of a dark green book cover with a pink box in the center, titled “THE VIRGIN SUICIDES.” There are five dark green flowers in the box and one of them has a missing petal. A pink petal is in the bottom left corner.
Books beyond Bobst: A modern classic, a short story collection and more
Collage of four illustrated books: on the top left is an illustration of a blue book with a deer jumping over shrubs drawn in black. The cover says “YOU ARE HERE” in white, “POETRY IN THE NATURAL WORLD” in orange and “EDITED AND INTRODUCED BY ADA LIMON” in black and white. On the top right there’s an illustration of a green book with several white chairs on it and the words “EMMA” and “JANE AUSTEN” written in white. On the bottom left there is an illustration of a book cover with a woman sitting in a garden of flowers overlooking the water. The cover says “THE ENCHANTED APRIL” in white and “VINTAGE VON ARNIM” in brown and white. On the bottom right there’s an illustration of a white book cover with a blue contorted body on it in a black box. On the cover, “MATISSE”, “VOLKMAR ESSERS” and “TASCHEN” are written in white.
Start your spring right with these 4 books
A girl sitting on a dormitory desk decorated with pictures and books.
How I learned to love reading again
Collage of four book covers. On the upper left is Asimov’s “Foundation,” on the upper right is Ishiguro’s “Never Let Me Go,” on the bottom left is Morelli’s “The Night Portrait” and on the bottom right is Biggs’ “A Life of Ones Own: Nine Women Writers Begin Again.”
Books beyond Bobst: A science-fiction novel, a multifaceted memoir and more
An illustration of a girl sitting under a tree and reading. She is sitting on grass, wearing a purple top and blue jeans. The leaves on the tree are brown.
6 books to read this Women’s History Month
A girl wearing a white tank top and blue jeans sits on a store countertop, holding a wooden sign that reads, “Brandy Melville.”
Review: ‘Brandy Hellville & the Cult of Fast Fashion’ has been a long time coming
Two women wearing neutral colors are shocked as the woman in front of them flips her hair.
Review: ‘Wicked Little Letters’ spells out what it means to be kind
A giant gorilla wielding a spear.
Review: In ‘Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire,’ Godzilla is nowhere to be found
Illustration of a laptop screen and red mug in front of a purple background, on the screen there are two women walking in a park kicking their legs out in sync.
Off the Radar: ‘Attenberg’ is a transformative repose
A sweaty man with blood on his face glares through a curtain in purple lighting.
Review: ‘Monkey Man’ powerfully reinvents the underdog action film
A singer performing on a stage in front of red smoke and a crowd full of waving flashlights.
Review: J. Cole’s ‘Might Delete Later’ should be deleted
Illustration of a vinyl record in its sleeve, the album cover is a woman with tattoos in underwear sitting submerged in a body of water.
Review: Lizzy McAlpine’s ‘Older’ is an ode to coming-of-age stories
Photo of a large stage displaying red lips signing alongside a stage cam of a woman signing into a microphone on either side.
Review: Olivia Rodrigo spills her ‘GUTS’ at MSG
Three members of Vampire Weekend posing in the front seat of a car and looking at the camera through the cars front windshield.
Review: Vampire Weekend’s ‘Only God Was Above Us’ sinks its teeth into nihilistic perspectives
A black and white image of four smiling women poking their head through a tree.
Review: Chastity Belt’s ‘Live Laugh Love’ is dreamy collection of lyrical nostalgia
Seven people wearing medieval outfits dancing on a stage.
Review: ‘Monty Python’s Spamalot’ does celebrity casting right
A bearded Indian man wearing a blue suit kneels between the white words “Vir Das Mind Fool.” There are gold designs depicting clowns, microphones and mountains bordering the frame.
Award-winning comedian Vir Das brings India to Carnegie Hall in his ‘Mind Fool’ Tour
People standing in front of a stage with theater decor. There are brown cardboard that have trees and tree branches on them surrounding the stage.
Review: Rattlestick Theater holds first annual ‘Ratcracker’ fundraiser
Fake snow falls around a group of ballet dancers dressed in light blue costumes who stand on a stage that is designed to look like a forest covered in snow.
‘The Nutcracker’ is worth your time this December
A man wearing a top hat being lit up by a spotlight. Around him are various people all looking up toward him.
Review: 2023’s ‘Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber Of Fleet Street’ revival brings more than blood and guts
A screen displayed on the wall of wooden sticks in water with a mountain in the background, an art piece displayed dangling from the ceiling and a red art piece displayed on a platform.
Review: ‘Threads to the South’ explores Latin American identity through textile art
Six black and white portraits on a wall.
Review: ‘Chelsea Hotel Portraits’ expertly reveals humanity in the Chelsea Hotel
A framed illustration from the exhibition of two peacocks in a field.
Review: ‘The Art of the Literary Poster’ exposes the history behind the evolution of creative marketing
Three people around a museum exhibit with blue walls displaying a photo of a person sitting at a graffitied piano and a photo of a woman, a man and a dog with a bike. Two neon bikes and a piano are on a raised platform in front of the photos.
Review: ‘Giants: Art from the Dean Collection of Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys’ is a celebration of diversity
A girl wearing a black shirt holds a camera at her side while posing in a sandy outdoor area.
Elinor Kry discusses visual artistry in a visual world
An exterior view of the Stern School of Business. The Tisch Hall building is to the right and the Kaufman Management Center is to the left. In the foreground is the Gould Plaza public gathering area.
Opinion: Stern has a designated ‘lunch hour,’ other schools should too
An S.A.T. a practice pamphlet sits alongside a book featuring the words S.A.T. Test Preparation on it, and other study items on a desk.
Opinion: NYU needs to bring back mandatory standardized testing
A purple sketch illustration of a sad girl. In the background are the words “Meal Swipes: 0” written repeatedly.
Opinion: NYU must stop heavily relying on student generosity to provide food security
An illustration of students sitting in a large room for a student government meeting. On the left, a purple banner with the N.Y.U. torch logo hangs on the wall and reads “N.Y.U. S.G.A.”
Guest Essay: Why you should care about the SGA’s next chair
An illustration of a student government meeting. A person speaks behind a podium with an N.Y.U. flag behind them.
Opinion: NYU needs to take student government resolutions more seriously
A graphic with three strips of excerpts from a lawsuit document against a background of players competing on a volleyball court. The court has the logo of N.Y.U. Athletics in the middle.
Editorial: NYU, why didn’t you call Robinson’s foul?
Inside a New York City polling site. A red Vote N.Y.C. sign in the foreground, and a polling booth in the background.
Editorial: New York needs you to vote tomorrow
Protesters walk down University Place holding large signs that read “N.Y.U. OWES ADJUNCTS” and “UNION POWER.”
Editorial: NYU’s adjunct union tentative contract shouldn’t have taken this long
A man reading the October 4, 2022, edition of The New York Times. The newspaper headline reads “N.Y.U. Students Were Failing Class. The Professor Lost His Job.”
Editorial: The New York Times article on Maitland Jones was incomplete.
A masked student sits in an NYU common area. She is surrounded by tables, chairs and a foosball table.
Editorial: NYU lifted its mask mandate, but now isn’t the time to be idle
The 6 subway train arrives at the Union Square station. People stand on the platform and walk on the overpass.
Opinion: Dramatically increasing law enforcement in NYC subways is not the answer to safety concerns
A street of New York City covered in rain and fog. Two people are walking on the sidewalk holding umbrellas.
Opinion: NYU needs to update its severe weather policy
A sign inside Grand Central Terminal that says “Hudson Lines Departures”, with departure times, track numbers, and destinations listed on it.
Opinion: Upstate New York is underrated
Exterior of an N.Y.U. building.
Opinion: NYU should be more transparent about its investments
A manipulated image showing a red broken-heart emoji superimposed against a warped image of the New York City skyline.
Opinion: NYC is the best place to get over heartbreak
An illustration of a white speech bubble that reads “This shit sucks” in black font. Next to it, another speech bubble that is blue and reads “Right?”. Both speech bubbles are against a gray grid background.
Opinion: A 3-step guide to complaining correctly
An illustration of a purple world map with four circles of club logos overlaying it. The top left circle has text “the French club” with the French flag drawn inside the letter “F” against a blue background. The top right circle has the tip of the Empire State Building lit with green, white and red lights and text “ITALIAN CLUB AT N.Y.U.” against a light blue background. The bottom left circle has text “C.M.S” in red and a red flower icon. The bottom right circle has text “Russian Club at N.Y.U” in red against a white background.
Opinion: NYU should promote more conversation clubs
An illustration of a tweet from user @A1exandraCohen with text “if i EVER get Twitter blue, just know it’s a cry for help.” against a blue background. The tweet has two likes.
Opinion: Students can save Twitter
An illustration of white wired earphones surrounded by musical notes, against a blue background.
Opinion: It’s high time we embrace pop music again
An illustration of a hand with red fingernails holds a smartphone that displays a BeReal interface. The woman takes a selfie while she pets her dog.
Opinion: Let’s be real about BeReal
An illustration of an older man with a mustache and glasses, wearing a light blue shirt and navy blazer. Behind him are antiques and face designs.
Opinion: Renaming the Steinhardt school is long overdue
A neon purple L.E.D. sign saying “N.Y.U. TISCH” in a hallway that has white walls with several framed pieces hung on it.
Opinion: Drama students should be able to choose their preferred studio
An illustration of a black graduation cap with a purple tassel on top of three books in a pile. The books are blue, red and green and the pile is falling over. The background is purple with dollar bills scattered all around.
Opinion: Covering course fees is a necessary step toward affordability
A screen of the “N.Y.U. Connect for Students” page placed on a purple background.
Opinion: NYU advising needs to do better
A laptop displaying the webpage of “N.Y.U. Albert” course registration system.
Opinion: NYU’s course registration is outdated
An image of a N.Y.U. flag, with the color purple edited into pink.
Off-Third: NYU changes branding to save misled patients
A laptop with the screen open to “NYU Albert” is covered with a red X on the left, and a piece of paper with the NYU logo titled “Course Registration” is covered with a green checkmark on the right. The background is blue.
Off Third: NYU takes course registration completely off the grid
A crowd of students in a large lobby.
Off-Third: NYU to use students as human fire extinguishers following policy change
A wrecking ball comically shatters the Washington Square Arch into pieces. An X shape of yellow-and-black striped tape is behind the image, in front of a paler yellow background.
Off-Third: NYU to demolish Washington Square Park for campus expansion
An illustration of a black car with N.Y.U. Safe Ride logos on the hood and side. On top of the illustration is a smartphone displaying an application called “N.Y.U. Safe Ride.”
Off-Third: NYU Safe Ride adds skateboard service
An illustration of a white postcard with a red stamp in the top right corner. On the postcard are the words “letter to the editor” in a cursive style. Behind the postcard is a closed gray envelope.
Letter to the Editor: Silver School dean on the case for a tuition-free social work education
An illustration of a white postcard with a red stamp in the top right corner. On the postcard are the words “letter to the editor” in a cursive style. Behind the postcard is a closed gray envelope.
Letter to the Editor: Wasserman Center director on the Handshake job search platform
An illustration of a white postcard with a red stamp in the top right corner. On the postcard are the words “letter to the editor” in a cursive style. Behind the postcard is a closed gray envelope.
Letter to the Editor: CWS director on suicide response and mental health resources
An illustration of a white postcard with a red stamp in the top right corner. On the postcard are the words “letter to the editor” in a cursive style. Behind the postcard is a closed gray envelope.
Letter to the Editor: NYU remains committed to NYU Tel Aviv
An illustration of a white postcard with a red stamp in the top right corner. On the postcard are the words “letter to the editor” in a cursive style. Behind the postcard is a closed gray envelope.
Letter to the Editor: An open letter to President Hamilton
An exterior view of the Stern School of Business. The Tisch Hall building is to the right and the Kaufman Management Center is to the left. In the foreground is the Gould Plaza public gathering area.
Opinion: Stern has a designated ‘lunch hour,’ other schools should too
A purple sketch illustration of a sad girl. In the background are the words “Meal Swipes: 0” written repeatedly.
Opinion: NYU must stop heavily relying on student generosity to provide food security
An illustration of a student government meeting. A person speaks behind a podium with an N.Y.U. flag behind them.
Opinion: NYU needs to take student government resolutions more seriously
Hair products on display at a store.
Opinion: Sidestein should sell curly hair products
An illustration of an orange bobcat sitting in an inflatable pool studying.
Opinion: Spring break couldn’t have come at a worse time
A mural of a woman’s face holding up a chain with the word “LOISAIDA” and a gold cityscape. The words “el bohio murals” and “#BRINGARTBACK” are next to the woman alongside the words “CURATED BY … THRIVECOLLECTIVE.ORG.”
Activists’ 25-year fight to revive an East Village community center
A front entrance with the text “Electric Lady Studios” written in a retro white font on two reflective walls.
‘An exploitative environment’: The interns behind Electric Lady Studios
The exterior of the Morton Williams Supermarket, with a prominent red lettering that reads Morton Williams at the top of the building and the phrase The Fresh Marketplace beneath it.
How a supermarket became the center of NYU’s relationship with the Village
A graphic with three strips of excerpts from a lawsuit document against a background of players competing on a volleyball court. The court has the logo of N.Y.U. Athletics in the middle.
How Stuart Robinson’s misconduct went overlooked for years
Eight people stand in a line on a grass field and are doing warmup exercises, with a few of them talking to each other.
‘Unrecognizable’: How the women’s cross country team went from 4 runners to 5th in the nation
NYU womans basketball team celebrated their historic win at the University Senate meeting on March 28. (Manasa Gudavalli for WSN)
‘Symbolic and celebratory’: NYU places No. 1 in D-III winter standings
The N.Y.U. Figure Skating Club pose for a picture in an indoor stadium.
NYU Figure Skating ends season as No. 4 in the nation
A man in traditional kendo wear, holding a string on the garment in front of himself.
In the Huddle: Danny Chung’s Kendo journey
An illustration of purple players participating in volleyball, basketball, soccer and track on a yellow background.
Men’s volleyball wins conference, women’s tennis scores a victory and other news
A woman in a white jersey with a bib with the number 682 is running with a group of other women in jerseys.
Changing course: Narrowing the gender gap in cross country
Participants smile in a team photo with a dog.
NYU’s department of physical therapy hosts race to raise money for research
Four people toast over dinner.
The Dinner Party, redefined
The Toronto skyline at night.
Spring break snapshots: Grassy getaways to snow-stuck trucks
A crowd of people dance on a dance floor with their hands up. A disco ball hangs from the ceiling, and the room is basked in pink-ish purple light.
From prom to Pier 60: Violet Ball brings nostalgia to the dance floor
Groups of people stand between the basketball courts in the Paulson Center, with teams wearing matching colored shirts.
Schools clash at NYU All-University Games
Participants smile in a team photo with a dog.
NYU’s department of physical therapy hosts race to raise money for research
The Toronto skyline at night.
Spring break snapshots: Grassy getaways to snow-stuck trucks
A crowd of people dance on a dance floor with their hands up. A disco ball hangs from the ceiling, and the room is basked in pink-ish purple light.
From prom to Pier 60: Violet Ball brings nostalgia to the dance floor
Groups of people stand between the basketball courts in the Paulson Center, with teams wearing matching colored shirts.
Schools clash at NYU All-University Games
A large crowd filled by lion dancers and other people standing while red and yellow confetti is falling.
New York City welcomes the Year of the Dragon
SLAM! at NYU celebrates the art of spoken word
SLAM! at NYU celebrates the art of spoken word
Mou Theatre brings together Mandarin-speaking theater enthusiasts at NYU
Mou Theatre brings together Mandarin-speaking theater enthusiasts at NYU
A woman hanging a Turkish flag on a curtain by a window at N.Y.U.s Kimmel Center. Outside of the window is a red building.
Turkish NYU students commemorate 85 years since the death of republic founder
Barks in Tompkins Square Park: Annual Halloween Dog Parade returns
Barks in Tompkins Square Park: Annual Halloween Dog Parade returns
Rob Benevides applies a white wig to an actor wearing a prosthetic costume face.
An inside look at the art and design process of behind-the-scenes artists
Four people toast over dinner.
The Dinner Party Issue | Under the Arch Magazine
An illustration of the Washington Square Arch shown from a low angle. Around and behind the arch are cells and a DNA strand.
The Research Issue | Under the Arch Magazine
A stylized illustration of a building with collaged newspaper clippings from old WSN printed issues. (illustration by Aaliya Luthra)
Celebrating 50 years of the Washington Square News
An illustration of an aerial view of Washington Square Park overlaid with texts that read Welcome Home! and N.Y.U.
Welcome Home, Class of 2027
Evolution of NYU | Under the Arch Magazine
Evolution of NYU | Under the Arch Magazine
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Rachel Ruecker

Rachel Ruecker, Editor-at-Large

Rachel is a Senior Editor here this semester, whatever that means. She really likes proving to people that she's complicated and as such spent last semester as the Sports Editor while also being a drama major in Tisch. She is happy to report (ha!) that she made it out alive, if barely. She is also from Canada.That's important. She also tweets a lot. Former Editor-in-Chief Alex Bazeley once said she was his favourite Twitter follow so like, follow her.

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The World According to Rachel: On Please, Thank You and I’m Sorry

The World According to Rachel: On Please, Thank You and I’m Sorry

Rachel Ruecker, Editor-at-Large • September 22, 2017
Editor-at-Large Rachel Ruecker discusses the power of the words "please," "thank you" and "I'm sorry."
The Bucket List Issue

The Bucket List Issue

Rachel Ruecker, Senior Editor • May 1, 2017

The Bucket List Issue

The Bucket List Issue

Rachel Ruecker, Senior Editor • May 1, 2017

NYU is a dream school. People flock from near and far to don the Violet — if only metaphorically — but once we’re here, we often get so caught up in the bureaucratic mess...

The World According to Rachel: On Moms, Musicals and Everything Else

The World According to Rachel: On Moms, Musicals and Everything Else

Rachel Ruecker, Senior Editor • May 1, 2017
In the last edition of her column for the semester, Senior Editor Rachel Ruecker reflects on music and her mom, among other things.
WSN weighs in on what music to listen to while studying.

Staff Recs: Best Music to Study To

Rachel Ruecker, Natasha Roy, Hailey Nuthals and Jordan Reynolds • April 27, 2017
Just in time for finals season to hit, WSN staff offer their best bets for music to study to.
The New York Rangers celebrate their victory over the Montreal Canadiens in game six of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Saturday. NYU reacts to the team’s success.

NYU Reacts: Rangers Win Over Canadiens

Rachel Ruecker, Senior Editor • April 24, 2017
As the Stanley Cup Playoffs journey on, the Rangers bested the Montreal Canadiens in six games. Here's the take from NYU students.
The World According to Rachel: On the Real Deal

The World According to Rachel: On the Real Deal

Rachel Ruecker, Senior Editor • April 20, 2017
Senior Editor Rachel Ruecker discusses how capitalism has grown from a free-market theory into a complicated and occasionally depressing paradox, but it's hard to see its complexities from inside the bubble.
The World According to Rachel: On Loving What You Do and Doing the Work

The World According to Rachel: On Loving What You Do and Doing the Work

Rachel Ruecker, Senior Editor • April 13, 2017
Senior Editor Rachel Ruecker discusses putting in the work to get the desired outcome and loving whatever you do.
The World According to Rachel: On Coffee Dates

The World According to Rachel: On Coffee Dates

Rachel Ruecker, Senior Editor • April 6, 2017
Senior Editor Rachel Ruecker discusses the journey of friendship throughout college.
When Theater Becomes More Than the Stage

When Theater Becomes More Than the Stage

Rachel Ruecker, Senior Editor • April 6, 2017
In the digital age, art has begun to overlap — and theater is no different, as plays continue to be performed in ways that transcend the stage.
The World According to Rachel: On Traveling Standby

The World According to Rachel: On Traveling Standby

Rachel Ruecker, Senior Editor • March 30, 2017
Senior editor Rachel Ruecker discusses the stresses of flying standby.
The NYU men’s hockey team played their last Division-II game on Sunday night. They ended the season with a victory as the American Collegiate Hockey Association national champions.

Hockey Ends Time in Division-II on Top

Rachel Ruecker, Senior Editor • March 20, 2017
The NYU hockey team won the American Collegiate Hockey Association Division-II Championship to cap off its time in the division. They will head to Division-I next season.
Senior Editor Rachel Ruecker reflects on how popular culture revolves around community.

The World According to Rachel: On Community

Rachel Ruecker, Senior Editor • March 9, 2017
Senior editor Rachel Ruecker discusses the complexities of finding community while studying in New York.
Senior Editor Rachel Ruecker reflects on turning 20 and leaving the teen years.

The World According to Rachel: On Leaving Adolescence

Rachel Ruecker, Senior Editor • March 3, 2017
Washington Square News' Senior Editor Rachel Ruecker discusses turning 20 as part of her new column.
The NYU hockey team playing at their home ground of Chelsea Piers. Spencer Varney and Mike Martin are the assistant coaches of the team, with the head coach being Chris Cosentino and goaltending coach, Dan Fortunato.

Martin and Varney: On the Ice to Behind the Bench

Rachel Ruecker, Senior Editor • February 27, 2017
With recent success on the ice, the NYU hockey program can look behind the bench for a legacy of dedication to both the sport and the team.
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Lipton Hall

Rachel Ruecker, Senior Editor • February 23, 2017

Residency: Freshmen Estimated yearly cost: $12,476 – $16,692 Low-cost rooms available: Yes Commute to class: 5 minute walk to WSP, 20-25 minute subway ride to Tandon Nearby...

The NYU hockey team won this weekend’s SECHL playoff tournament in Montclair, New Jersey. Over spring break, the Violets will compete in the ACHA Division II National Tournament to be held in Columbus, Ohio.

Hockey Wins SECHL Championship

Rachel Ruecker, Senior Editor • February 21, 2017
The NYU hockey team took home the SECHL title en route to next month's ACHA National championship.
The NYU Hockey Team playing at their home ground of Chelsea Piers, Friday, Feb. 10, 2017. The game saw the Violets experience their first loss of the year, against Sacred Heart University.

Hockey Enjoys Success in Regular Season Finale

Rachel Ruecker, Senior Editor • February 13, 2017
The NYU hockey team heads into the post-season next weekend riding the wave of a competitive 4-0 victory over rivals William Paterson University.
The NYU hockey team had a busy weekend with two very close, competitive games.

Hockey Splits Penultimate Weekend

Rachel Ruecker, Senior Editor • February 6, 2017
The NYU hockey split its weekend decisions at home.
The NYU Hockey Team defended its home ground with a strong 12-2 victory over the weekend.

Hockey Strong at Home

Rachel Ruecker, Senior Editor • January 30, 2017
The NYU hockey team played at home for the first time in 2017 and displayed offensive prowess Friday in a 12-2 showing against Central Connecticut State University and kept things interesting Sunday against Keene State College in a 4-3 win.
After a perfect first weekend of the season, the NYU hockey team will return to the Chelsea Piers Sky Rink on Friday.

Hockey Kicks Off 2017

Rachel Ruecker, Senior Editor • January 23, 2017
The NYU hockey team was back this weekend, coming away with a pair of wins against northeast foes.
Chandni Sharma

Chandni Sharma

Refusing to Compromise Identity
Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • December 8, 2016

Her name is Chandni, and she’s going to make damn sure you take the time to learn it right. “You know how people have their, like, Starbucks name or whatever?” Sharma...

The NYU Hockey team split their decisions on the road.

Post-Break Hockey Roundup

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • December 5, 2016
The NYU hockey team hit the road this weekend in their return from break, playing Keene State and Northeastern.
For the first time since 2013, the mens’ cross country team competed in the NCAA Division III championship.

Checking in on Athletics

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • December 5, 2016
Here's a look back at how NYU sports teams fared in the fall, along with what's next in the wonderful world of NYU athletics.
The womens basketball team improved their record to a stellar 7-0, increasing their season opening streak.

Women’s Basketball Beats Brooklyn, Moves to 7-0

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • December 2, 2016
The women's basketball team improved their winning streak to seven, maintaining their perfect start to the season against Brooklyn College on Thursday.
The NHL revealed a new team, Vegas Golden Knights, which is situated in Las Vegas.

Anywhere But Las Vegas: Americanizing Canada’s Game

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • November 29, 2016
The NHL's newly added 31st team is the Vegas Golden Knights, which is raising some eyebrows among diehard hockey fans. Here's a look at what could be.
Stephanie Cunningham achieved the NYU Women’s Fencing team’s sole victory in its duel against Columbia on Tuesday.

Wrestling 2-0 in Grapple at the Garden

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • November 28, 2016
The NYU Grapplers headed to the exciting Grapple at the Garden this weekend where they came out on top — literally, while the fencing team struggled, with both the men's and women's teams losing.
The NYU Hockey team has enjoyed smooth sailing so far this season.

Violet Hockey by the Numbers

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • November 28, 2016
A numbers breakdown for the Violet hockey team.
The Athletes Issue: Training in Silence

The Athletes Issue: Training in Silence

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • November 21, 2016

Being a Division III school with a more artistic focus, sports are often cast aside at NYU. However, within these oft-forgotten teams are athletes with complex and unique stories...

Elise Gibbs helped maintain the NYU women’s swimming team’s undefeated status on Sunday.

Women’s Swimming and Diving Crushes

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • November 21, 2016
Violet sports action this weekend included continuations to the wrestling and swimming and diving seasons, while the cross country team complete theirs.
The NYU hockey team suffered a loss at Chelsea Piers, in its first game of the season.

Hockey Breaks Streak, Rebounds

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • November 21, 2016
After dropping just their second of the season Friday at home against RPI, the Violet hockey team redeemed themselves Saturday against Marist, shutting out the Red Foxes 3-0.
Some NYU students stay true to the sports teams of their hometowns while others find themselves potentially at the front of Yankee Stadium.

Photo: Does Coming to New York Mean Switching Teams?

Miguel de Laveaga, Contributing Writer • November 15, 2016

Some NYU students stay true to the sports teams of their hometowns while others find themselves potentially at the front of Yankee Stadium.

Midfielder, Bryan Walsh, scored the lone goal for NYU in the team’s final game of the season.

Soccer Gears Up For Postseason

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • November 14, 2016
The men's and women's soccer seasons entered the postseason with the men's team falling to Drew University, while the women winning both their weekend games.
The NYU Hockey team’s hot streak continued as they took to the road this weekend and improved their record to 11-1.

Hockey Tested, But Stands Tall

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • November 14, 2016
The Violet hockey team delivered an exciting OT win Saturday in Albany, followed by a 5-2 win against RPI in an afternoon in Troy.
Captain Steven Esposito at center ice for the ceremonial puck drop on Friday night against Northeastern University.

Promotion Provides Momentum for Hockey

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • November 7, 2016
NYU's hockey team stayed dominant in its pair of outings this weekend, beginning Friday at home with a 3-2 win over Northeastern and finishing big on Saturday 11-3 against Montclair State.
Violet Nation serves to expand the reach of NYU Athletics.

Photo: Violet Nation: Rallying Together

November 7, 2016

Violet Nation serves to expand the reach of NYU Athletics.

Both the men’s and women’s soccer teams celebrated their final games of the regular season on a picturesque fall day at their home Gaelic park.

Photo: Soccer Season Ends on the Up

November 7, 2016

Both the men’s and women’s soccer teams celebrated their final games of the regular season on a picturesque fall day at their home Gaelic park.

After their season long winning streak, the Violet’s lost to William Paterson University on Saturday.

Hockey Fails to Uphold Streak

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • October 31, 2016
The NYU hockey team's winning streak came to an end Saturday against William Paterson University. They continued play Sunday against Providence College.
The Violets continue their winning streak against University of Massachusetts, sitting at a perfect 6-0 for the season thus far.

Hockey Stays Unblemished Through Six Games

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • October 24, 2016
The NYU hockey team continued their perfect season opening streak in a pair of shutout wins this weekend.
Stern freshman, Owen Smith, scores the last goal in the Violets’ game against Maritime.

Soccer Recovers from Losses, Shuts Out Opponents

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • October 21, 2016
Both the men's and women's soccer teams looked to rebound off a rough weekend in the Midwest on Thursday night.
In their victory against Brandeis, sophomore Katie Goethe supported the team with 39 assists.

Volleyball Continues Downward Slump

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • October 20, 2016
The women's volleyball team continued on a downward trend at home against Stevens Institute of Technology last night.
The NYU Hockey team continued their undefeated season with matches against the US Naval Academy and the University of Maryland-Baltimore.

Hockey Stays Hot in Weekend Away

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • October 17, 2016
The NYU men's hockey team continued their early hot streak, improving to 4-0 on the season in their pair of away games this weekend.
The NYU hockey team saw victory this past weekend, winning 9-1 and Siena College and 4-3 at the University of New Hampshire.

Violets Hockey Dominant in First Two Home Games

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • October 11, 2016
The NYU hockey team started its season off strong at home this weekend, taking Siena College 9-1 and the University of New Hampshire 4-3.
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Photo: Pop-Up Luke’s Invokes ‘Gilmore Girls’ Nostalgia

WSN Staff • October 6, 2016

The women’s soccer team continued their dominance with a 4-0 home win over Brooklyn College.

Women’s Soccer Rebounds from Scoreless Weekend

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • October 5, 2016
The NYU women's soccer team looks to continue their successful season with a home game against Brooklyn College.
Queens

Queens

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • October 3, 2016

The biggest and second most populated of the five boroughs, Queens is quite literally the landing and taking off point for many as they leave or return to the city, but it’s...

NYU students competed in a variety of sports this weekend including volleyball, cross country, and tennis.

Mercurial Violets Thrive in Golf, Struggle in Volleyball

Rachel Ruecker and Miguel de Laveaga • October 3, 2016
Recapping the rest of the weekend's sports action, including cross country, golf, tennis and volleyball.
Sports and theater may seem as though they are on opposite ends of the spectrum, but actually have a lot in common.

Sports vs. Theater: Working Toward a Common Cause

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • September 30, 2016
Sports Editor and Tischie Rachel Ruecker takes us through why maybe sports and theater aren't so different after all.
At the NYU-NJCU match, Tristan Medios-Simon scored all three goals for his team, bringing NYU up to a tie with NJCU.

Soccer Held Scoreless in Home Loss

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • September 28, 2016
The NYU men's soccer team played Drew University at home on Tuesday, in hopes of finding consistency.
The NYU women’s volleyball team brought home another win this past weekend at Baruch College, bumping their season up to a high streak.

Volleyball Shows No Signs of Slowing Down

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • September 26, 2016
The NYU women's volleyball team maintained their hot streak, improving to 13-3 on the season.
NYU women golf team take third place at the Mt. Holyoke Invitational.

Golf Stellar in Busy Sports Weekend

Miguel de Laveaga and Rachel Ruecker • September 26, 2016
Recapping the weekend's sports action.
Senior Editor Rachel Ruecker reflects on turning 20 and leaving the teen years.

Photo: Rachel Ruecker

January 23, 2016

Senior Editor Rachel Ruecker reflects on turning 20 and leaving the teen years.

NYU womens soccer came from behind and won against Ramapo with a score of 3-2.

Women’s Soccer Soars While Men’s Runs in Place

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • September 22, 2016
NYU's soccer contingents each played Wednesday, with the women's team recapturing brilliance and the men's team held to a 3-3 tie.
The NYU womens volleyball team has been doing very well so far this season.

Fall Sports: An Update On The Highs and Lows

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • September 22, 2016
Examining the highs and lows of NYU's fall sports teams thus far in the season.
Women’s soccer dominated the field this past weekend in a game against Trinity College, yet couldn’t bring home the win. The score remained 0-0.

Soccer Scoreless in Double OT

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • September 19, 2016
The NYU women's soccer team was held to a scoreless tie after going to double overtime against Trinity College.
Sophomore Annie Singh was a high hitter against Brooklyn College with 8 kills.

Volleyball Continues Mini Streak, Dominates Brooklyn College

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • September 15, 2016
The women's volleyball team competed in a one-sided match against Brooklyn College on Tuesday.
Junior Nic Notaro, who plays forward, goes in for a header against Mt. St. Vincent.

Violet Soccer Players Come in Clutch in Mid-Week Action

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • September 15, 2016
The women's and men's soccer teams took to the field for some mid week action, with both teams emerging successful.
The Violets’ Cross Country team took to Poughkeepsie to participate in Vassar College’s Ron Stonitsch Invitational this weekend.

Weather Hampers Cross Country

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • September 12, 2016
A rundown of NYU's cross-country team's weekend performance at the Ron Stonitsch Invitational.
A Home 3,000 Miles Away From Home

A Home 3,000 Miles Away From Home

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • September 12, 2016

On the first day of freshman year, I gave each of my roommates a bottle of maple syrup and a package of maple sugar candy. Everything that came after felt somewhat inevitable. I...

Team Europe plays Team North America in the Third World Cup of Hockey installment, a revival of the 2004 NHL event.

Preview: The World Cup of Hockey

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • September 9, 2016
WSN's resident hockey expert takes us through a preview of the World Cup of Hockey.
The Yankee Stadium in the Bronx is an iconic space for sports in NYC.

The Hottest Sports Tickets in NYC Aren’t Always a Pipe Dream

Ashley Arnold and Rachel Ruecker • September 9, 2016
A handy guide to New York City professional sports teams for NYU students.
Mens Soccer Rights Ship to Avoid Early-Season Skid

Men’s Soccer Rights Ship to Avoid Early-Season Skid

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • September 8, 2016
The NYU men's soccer team took on the City College of New York.
NYU Hockey’s head coach Chris Cosentino is going into the new season with major optimism, regardless of losing five key players to last May’s graduation.

Hockey Preps to Bounce Back After Failing to Defend Their National Title

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • September 6, 2016
A look at the NYU men's hockey team's stab at redemption for the 2016-2017 year.
Club Sports For the Masses

Club Sports For the Masses

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • August 28, 2016

You may or may not know this already, but NYU is not exactly a hotbed of excitement about varsity sports. That being said, there is still a myriad of sports to explore, and as...

NYU Softball was scheduled to play a total of six games throughout the weekend, ending with NYU beating New Jersey City University twice on Friday, and Brandeis University twice on Saturday; their games on Sunday were cancelled.

Softball Finishes 13-1 at Home

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • May 2, 2016
The NYU softball to play well this weekend against NJCU and Brandeis.
Why NYU Sports Matter: A Personal Account

Why NYU Sports Matter: A Personal Account

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • April 26, 2016
For some at NYU, the university's athletics programs actually matter, just ask Rachel Ruecker.
NYU broke a school record and placed third in the 4x400 relay.

Track on Course Near End of Season

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • April 25, 2016
The UAA Championships were in full swing in Missouri, as the Violets track and field squads traveled west for the festivities.
Celebrating it’s 20th year, the Stern Rugby Club brought together alumni and current students to face off.

NYU Stern Rugby Club Celebrates 20 Years of Camaraderie

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • April 25, 2016
WSN's Rachel Ruecker visited Randall's Island to report on the always entertaining NYU rugby team.
Senior Becky Turlip placed in the top three for two races.

Seniors Headline Track’s Weekend

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • April 18, 2016
Track and field was back in action this weekend at the Greyhound Invitational in Pennsylvania.
Canadas pride and joy Sid the Kid is a generational talent, despite what critics and Ovechkin advocates may say

Sid vs. Ovi: A Case for Crosby

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • April 15, 2016
In an era of two greats, WSN's Rachel Ruecker thinks Sidney Crosby edges Alexander Ovechkin.
This is the first time since 1970 that no team from Canada will compete in the Stanley Cup.

True North Strong and…Not in the Playoffs?

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • April 8, 2016
The lack of Canadian teams in this year's NHL playoffs is not an accurate reflection of the country's influence on the game, writes Rachel Ruecker.
Sophomore pitcher Cameron Serapilio-Frank threw seven shut-out innings in the game against CCNY.

Serapilio-Frank Shines for Baseball Over Weekend

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • April 4, 2016
After a close win on Friday, the baseball team celebrated family day with a drubbing of CCNY.
NYU fell to Montclair State University this weekend, ending the games 11-10 and 10-7.

Softball Drops Pair of Close Games

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • March 28, 2016
17 runs in two games wasn't enough for the NYU softball team as they were swept by Montclair State University on Saturday.
On Sunday, The Violets desperate title defense came up an overtime goal short at the hands of Grand Valley State.

Hockey’s Title Defense Comes to a Bitter End

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • March 21, 2016
It was win or go home for the NYU hockey team, who looked to keep its title hopes alive against Grand Valley State.
The Violets slipped up in their second round game, losing 5-4 to Utah State. Theyll likely need to win out to make it out of pool play.

Hockey Nationals Day 2: Utah State 5-4 NYU

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • March 19, 2016
After handily defeating Penn State, the NYU hockey team continued its march to a championship against Utah State.
The NYU hockey team kicked off the defense of their 2015 National Championship with some strong offensive play early on and solid defense throughout.

Hockey Begins National Title Defense With 8-2 Drubbing of Penn State

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • March 18, 2016
The top-ranked NYU hockey team began its march to a second consecutive title at the ACHA Championship tournament against Penn State.
Freia Lobo

Freia Lobo

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • March 10, 2016

When I stopped by NYU’s Leslie eLab be-fore Tech@NYU’s executive board meeting one Tuesday, club Vice President Freia Lobo took me in with open arms. She showed me around and...

Ireland Gibson of NYU’s Track and Field team ran a new 800m record for NYU.

Individual Runners Shine Despite Mediocre Track Finish

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • March 7, 2016
Track was in action over the weekend in Staten Island for the ECAC Championships.
Chris Cosentino is the head coach of NYUs Mens Ice hockey team.

Off the Ice: Talking With the Hockey Team’s Saving Grace

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • March 4, 2016
Some thought NYU hockey coach Chris Cosentino was committing career suicide when he took the reigns of a struggling Violets team, but this wasn't his first challenge.
Matthew Powers (c) and Budd Brown (l) each earned three medals on Sunday.

Track Hosts UAA Championships at 168th Street Armory

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • February 29, 2016
NYU's track and field teams traveled to 168th Street to compete in the UAA Championships.
Sophomore Sage Scheiwiller has had a great start to the season with a four game hitting streak.

Second-Year Softball Starts Rocky

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • February 29, 2016
Beginning its second season, the NYU softball team looked to get off to a good start in North Carolina.

Hayden Hall

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • February 25, 2016

Residency: Freshmen Estimated yearly cost: $10,454 - $16,712 Low-cost rooms available: Yes Commute to class: 5 minutes Nearby subways: A, C, E, B, D, F Shuttle: No After...

The NYU Ice Hockey team lost their first match since winter break on Sunday.

Hockey Starts Postseason Hunt, Takes First Loss of ’16

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • February 22, 2016
The top-ranked NYU men's hockey team was in action this weekend in the SECHL playoffs.

Off the Ice: Overheard With the Hockey Team

Rachel Ruecker and Shawn Paik • February 19, 2016
WSN's Rachel Ruecker reports on the colorful characters that make up NYU's hockey team.
The hockey team had their last game of the regular season against the University of New Hampshire.

Hockey Routs UNH 4-1 in Their Home Finale

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • February 16, 2016
The NYU hockey team finished its season's second half with a bang against the University of New Hampshire.
The NYU mens hockey team is one of NYUs most talented, hardworking and gritty groups of students.

Off the Ice: The Little Club Hockey Team That Could

“Off the Ice” is an ongoing all-access series that goes behind the scenes of the NYU men’s hockey team.
Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • February 9, 2016
Meet the colorful bunch that makes up one of NYU's proudest groups — the men's hockey team.
The NYU Ice Hockey team once again won both their matches over the weekend.

Hockey Testy in Weekend Wins

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • February 8, 2016
The NYU hockey team continued its hot second half against Montclair State and Marist.
NYU Men’s Hockey beat William Paterson University 2-1 on Friday and continued on to defeat Boston College 5-1 on Sunday at Chelsea Piers.

Hockey Wins in Dramatic Fashion on Friday, Follows With Blowout Sunday

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • February 1, 2016
NYU hockey continued its second half of the season at home against William Patterson University and Boston College.

A True Culture of Hockey in the North

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • January 29, 2016
With only one primary sport, Canada's love for hockey is a religion from the professionals down to the kids.
NYC Gotham Cup a Tune-Up for Violet Track

NYC Gotham Cup a Tune-Up for Violet Track

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • January 26, 2016
NYU's track and field teams competed in the Gotham Cup on Jan. 22 before hunkering down as the snow piled up.
The men’s hockey team kicked off their 2016 title defense with a pair of wins against Siena College and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.

Hockey Nets Sweep in First 2016 Games

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • January 25, 2016
NYU's hockey team looked to begin its march to a second consecutive championship, kicking off its second half against Siena College and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.
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