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

Washington Square News

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Contract faculty union concludes initial negotiations with administration

The bargaining session came one day after New York City politicians joined dozens of students and faculty in a rally commending the union’s recognition.
Liyana Illyas, Deputy News Editor November 4, 2024

The union representing hundreds of contract faculty at NYU started its negotiations with university administration for a contract at a meeting Friday, where union members presented...

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New eats near NYU: Global tea phenomenon HEYTEA arrives at Waverly Place

The Chinese drink chain, which now has 11 stores in New York City, is best known for its teas topped with cheese foam.
Ivanka Sun, Contributing Writer November 4, 2024

For the traditional American palate, cheese and tea might sound like an unlikely combination. But at HEYTEA, fruity drinks covered in a layer of cream cheese-based foam are the...

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Staff Recs: Election season

We are all exhausted, but for the love of God, get out and vote tomorrow.

Nov. 5 is Election Day in the United States, and we at the Arts Desk implore you to vote. Politics and art have always been intrinsically intertwined and oftentimes ignite each...

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Opinion: Understanding NYC’s 2024 ballot proposals

This November’s six ballot measures could reshape New York City’s governance — for better and, mostly, for worse. Here’s a breakdown of each so you can make an informed choice.
Mehr Kotval, Opinion Editor November 4, 2024

For New York City residents, there’s more on the chopping block than Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump on Nov. 5. When entering the voting booth,...

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NYU, UC Berkeley activists criticize crackdown on free speech at college campuses

At the event, panelists condemned the arrests of pro-Palestinian student protesters on U.S. college campuses.
Mariapaula Gonzalez, Deputy News Editor November 4, 2024

Activists from NYU and the University of California, Berkeley joined a Wednesday night panel to discuss how student demonstrations in the 1960s’ free speech movement reflect...

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Opinion: The least convincing case for Donald Trump

The NYU College Republicans’ op-ed is a multi-layered failure.
Garrison Sylvester, Contributing Writer November 4, 2024

The NYU College Republicans’ guest essay, “Living fearlessly and embracing Trump’s vision for change,” fails to address former President Donald Trump’s biggest...

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Books beyond Bobst: An artsy true crime book, a novel about a woman eating her lovers and more

Books beyond Bobst is a book-rec column highlighting what NYU students are reading now, outside of their classes. If you’re in need of a new read, look no further.

“Knife: Meditations After an Attempted Murder” by Salman Rushdie “Knife: Meditations After an Attempted Murder” is a short memoir recounting the immediate aftermath...

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Wrestling season begins, men’s and women’s swimming and diving invitational and more

Here’s what you need to know from the past week in NYU athletics. This week: Oct. 28 - Nov. 3.
Isabella D’Erasmo, Deputy Copy Chief November 4, 2024

Volleyball On Nov. 1, the women’s volleyball team played against Eastern University in St. Davids, PA. Despite Eastern scoring the first six points of the match, first-year...

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Review: Kelsea Ballerini’s ‘PATTERNS’ lacks her signature country flare

The country music icon treads unsteadily into the pop genre in her reflective new album.
Ashley Combs, Contributing Writer November 4, 2024

As a 12-year-old on summer break with nothing to do in the desert wasteland of Nevada, I spent the whole month of July replaying Kelsea Ballerini’s debut album, “The First...

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Login delays no longer, following student backlash

Administrators said they will “revisit” the university’s approach to non-discrimination training.
Mariapaula Gonzalez, Deputy News Editor November 1, 2024

NYU will suspend its 30-second sanctions and halt its persistent email reminders to students who have not agreed to the university’s updated student conduct policies. Prior...

Off Topic: True crime lovers, let's talk boundaries

Off Topic: True crime lovers, let’s talk boundaries

We must recognize that true crime storytelling carries a responsibility to inform, not to glamorize.
Leila Olukoga, Deputy Opinion Editor November 1, 2024

True crime entertainment is more popular than ever, but at what point does our curiosity cross a line?  As Netflix’s “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story” reaches...

Review: Hasan Minhaj’s ‘Off With His Head’ perfectly balances satire and sincerity

Review: Hasan Minhaj’s ‘Off With His Head’ perfectly balances satire and sincerity

The comedian’s latest special is a hilarious — and slightly harrowing — look at the South Asian American experience.
Anjali Mehta, Deputy Copy Chief November 1, 2024

I still remember when comedian Hasan Minhaj released his first comedy special, “Homecoming King,” in 2017. I watched it with my family in our living room, and it was the first...