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

Washington Square News

An illustration of five cocktails with different accessories adorning some of the glasses.

Sip in style: Outfits inspired by iconic cocktails

Giving cocktail attire a whole new meaning.
Constantine Moore, Contributing Writer November 12, 2024

There is a certain momentum when going for a drink. A plan is made, you finish classwork for the week and you know you deserve a sip and a laugh. What else is there to live for?...

A sad Claymation figure with wide, teary eyes wearing a textured hat and snail-eyes headpiece.

Review: ‘Memoir of a Snail’ will make you want to come out of your shell

Adult animation legend Adam Elliot’s first film in nearly a decade is both crude and heartwarming.
Ella Sabrina Malabanan and Gabriel Murray November 12, 2024

Coming out of your shell is never easy, but “Memoir of a Snail” shows you that there’s no point in hiding from the world — even when life is trailing by at a snail's pace....

A black and purple illustration showing a person wearing a suit on a podium speaking on the right, with letters that spell “S.G.A." on the left.

Student gov’t on upholding ‘mutual respect’ on campus post-election

In a statement, the Student Government Assembly directed students to upcoming events where they can “actively engage in the civic process” following the election.
Liyana Illyas, Deputy News Editor November 11, 2024

Four days after Donald Trump’s reelection, NYU’s Student Government Assembly announced that it will continue to prioritize open communication within the university community...

A building that says “N.Y.U. Langone Health”.

NYU Langone holds nation’s lowest heart attack mortality rate

Directors at the medical center said NYU Langone Health took a holistic approach to cardiology care to achieve its 7.7% mortality rate for heart attack patients.
Audrey Abrahams, Staff Writer November 11, 2024

NYU Langone Health has the lowest heart attack patient mortality rate in the United States at nearly half of the national average — which directors at the hospital’s cardiology...

An illustration of the Earth on fire. Laying on top of the Earth is a student on their phone.

Off Topic: Doom scrolling destroys the planet — not just your mood

Generation Z may be social-media warriors when it comes to climate activism, but our online activism and activity may be having unintended negative effects.
Leila Olukoga, Deputy Opinion Editor November 11, 2024

Climate change has been at the forefront of political debates for decades, with Generation Z leading the charge in recent years. Nearly 50% of Gen Z say mitigating the impacts...

A girl dressed in black with a name tag that reads “Sister Barnes.” Behind her is a girl dressed in gray.

Review: ‘Heretic’ neglects the art of subtlety

While the film’s intersection of board games and religion was interesting, it brought exhaustive and over-explained instructions.
Amelia Knust, Staff Writer November 11, 2024

Spoiler warning: This review contains spoilers for “Heretic.” This year, I've finally accepted that recent horror films drastically underestimate the intelligence of their...

The infinite possibilities of the plain hoodie

The infinite possibilities of the plain hoodie

We all have that one plain hoodie in the back of our closet. Here are four ways to make it the go-to item in your wardrobe.
Luke Adelson-Yan, Contributing Writer November 11, 2024

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Men’s and women’s basketball open season with wins, wrestling wins second tournament and other news

Here’s what you need to know from the past week in NYU athletics. This week: Nov. 4 - 10.
Logan Holland, Deputy Sports Editor November 11, 2024

Basketball  On Nov. 9, the men’s team kicked its season off with an impressive 86-74 win over Babson College.  After a tightly contested first half, the Violets were unstoppable...

A blonde person wearing a blue dress sitting on the floor near a white-blue Christmas tree with a white fireplace in the background.

Review: Megan Moroney’s Christmas EP pulls from heartbreak and Elvis

“Blue Christmas …duh,” makes us forget all about Thanksgiving and jump right into a country Christmas.
Addison Alvarado, Staff Writer November 11, 2024

As a long-time country music fan, seeing Megan Moroney surprise drop her first-ever Christmas project prepared me to saddle up for the holiday. The three-track set contains two...

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Harley Chamandy on NYU, Werner Herzog and ‘Allen Sunshine’

WSN spoke with the NYU alum about being the youngest recipient of the Werner Herzog Film Award for his feature debut “Allen Sunshine.”
Dani Biondi, Film & TV Editor November 11, 2024

NYU has yet another film accolade under its belt — 2021 Global Liberal Studies graduate Harley Chamandy was just named the youngest recipient of the highly acclaimed Werner Herzog...

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Review: ‘Heartwood’ connects the deterioration of our bodies and the earth

NYU’s Gallatin Galleries invites viewers to reflect on their connection to the environment through multimedia art installations.
Maya Santiago, Staff Writer November 11, 2024

If an 80-degree November day in New York City is not indicative of the global climate crisis, I don't know what is. With rising concerns over climate change, alongside its denial...

An illustration of Donald Trump pointing his finger at a group of figures wearing graduation caps. Behind them are flags of the world.

Guest Essay: Studying as an international student under a second Trump administration

Kevin Hu is a Senator at-Large representing the constituency of International Students Seeking Employment in the NYU Student Senators Council and Student Government Assembly.
Kevin Hu, Senator at-Large November 11, 2024

10043. For most Americans, that number means nothing. However, ask any Chinese student you encounter on campus, and they’ll tell you how these five digits symbolize the fragility...