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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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Tenured faculty call for transparency in disciplinary action proceedings

The group is waiting for Provost Georgina Dopico to respond to its request for more say in determining sanctions.
Dharma Niles, News Editor November 6, 2024

A group of tenured faculty members approved a statement calling for NYU to more clearly explain how it responds to discrimination complaints and reverse disciplinary procedures...

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Opinion: NYU needs to provide medication abortions

Many universities have stepped up to provide medication-based abortions on campus. With reproductive rights under constant threat, NYU needs to follow suit.
Mehr Kotval, Opinion Editor November 6, 2024

In the years following the overturning of Roe v. Wade, there have been a slew of assaults on reproductive rights, including numerous states enacting aggressive and restrictive...

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‘Our Town’ returns to Broadway and proves that sometimes less is more

The star-studded cast of ‘Our-Town’ brings an exciting new take to the deceptively simple small-town play.
Ashley Combs, Staff Writer November 6, 2024

As you enter Ethel Barrymore Theater from the chaotic streets of Times Square, you may feel shocked by what welcomes you inside: a quiet, small town. The theater’s stage just...

A line of N.Y.P.D. officers form a barrier between pro-Israeli and pro-Palestinian protesters across the street from the encampment.

NYU says it practices ‘restraint’ from speaking on social and political matters

Amid a nationwide trend toward institutional neutrality, the university instead aims to strike a “careful balance” and speak only when it “must.”
Emilia Everwien and Alba Schmidt November 5, 2024

After a year of heightened tensions across campuses nationwide, dozens of universities have vowed to refrain from taking public stances on social and political issues. While NYU...

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Review: We need to stop sidelining women’s sports knowledge

WNYU’s sports podcast “The Girl’s Locker Room,” despite its title, really has nothing to do with women and girls at all.
Levi Langley, Deputy Sports Editor November 5, 2024

I was over-the-moon excited when I heard that WNYU’s sports department was airing a new podcast titled “The Girl’s Locker Room.” Being a female athlete myself, as well...

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Opinion: How to prepare for your post-election mental health

No matter the result of this stressful election, it’s important to know how to cope with your feelings.
Madison Kitchen and Michal Weiss November 5, 2024

With the 2024 presidential election a day away, you may be feeling confused or overwhelmed amid the floods of stress, anxiety and socio-political tensions on campus — but, rest...

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Review: Cochise reinvigorates fans with ‘WHY ALWAYS ME?’

The Florida rapper is on a journey to explore his voice, releasing his most energetic and carefree album to date.
Antonio Johri, Contributing Writer November 5, 2024

Cochise’s eighth album, “WHY ALWAYS ME?,” delivers 18 tracks aimed at energizing his loyal fanbase. Fans were craving booming trap beats, addictive synth-heavy melodies and...

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Beauty products to beat the cold

Don’t let the winter weather steal your summer shine. Get your glow back with these six products!
Brianna Ly, Staff Writer November 5, 2024

There’s something so upsetting about looking back at summer photos of yourself, with your skin bronze from the sun and rosy from the heat, only to glance in the mirror and see...

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Opinion: Trump’s playbook sidelines female athletes

Trump’s intentions to remove Title IX protections on reproductive rights threaten progress made in sports equality for women.
Sidney Snider, Sports Editor November 5, 2024

Over the last four years, media coverage of women’s sports has tripled. Not only is this attention and respect well deserved, but it has also had a positive effect on girls’...

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Your November horoscope: academic projections

Yes, the stars can tell you if you’ll get that class in your Albert shopping cart.
Annie Emans, Beauty & Style Editor November 5, 2024

Let’s face it — November sucks. Halloweekend has passed, and the holiday season — although actually close — seems further away than ever. Midterms, second midterms, finals...

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Review: Soccer Mommy grapples with grief and heartache on ‘Evergreen’

Nashville-based singer-songwriter Soccer Mommy seamlessly releases her most haunting and heartbreaking album yet.
Caia Cupolo, Contributing Writer November 5, 2024

While attending my high school, Nashville School of the Arts, alum Sophia Regina Allison, more known by the name Soccer Mommy, was consistently mentioned in conversation. After...

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NYU hosts 6 voting sites this election

New York residents are assigned to their nearest polling location — and for some students, it might be their dorm building.
Rory Lustberg, Deputy News Editor November 5, 2024

Six NYU buildings, including three student residence halls, will serve as sites for New Yorkers to vote in today’s presidential election .  The polling places — located...