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

Washington Square News

A person wearing black shirt climbing a natural rock wall.

NYU Athletics ascends to new heights with rock climbing team

The NYU climbing team is creating a space for student-athletes like no other: One that prioritizes accessibility, inclusivity and ultimately, finding your rock in the city.
Levi Langley, Staff Writer October 10, 2024

Despite their occasional struggle to find an open mountain to climb in Manhattan, NYU’s rock climbing team has built a unique community of students who compete, hang out and...

A look at the top of a red food concession tent. “Nan Xiang Soup Dumplings” is written in white text.

It’s official — New York City is obsessed with soup dumplings

A brand new soup dumpling festival was hosted by Chinese restaurant chain Nan Xiang Xiao Long Bao, which opened a location on St. Marks Place in March.
Logan Holland, Contributing Writer October 10, 2024

One bite is all it takes to get hooked on soup dumplings.  Within two bites, a delicate bundle of tender meat and piping-hot broth will explode in your mouth — and on Oct....

Four people look up to a fighter who is in a boxing ring. The fighter is hanging on the ropes, looking back down to the others.

Review: ‘The Featherweight’ is a certified heavy hitter

Robert Kolodny’s new boxing faux-documentary takes us back to ’60s Connecticut, where Willie Pep plots his return to the ring.
Leo Field, Staff Writer October 10, 2024

The boxing film genre has been a staple of cinema since its inception — each filmmaker tackling these movies bringing a new perspective to the genre. John G. Avildsen gave us...

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Lupe Fiasco and Frayne Vibez bring electric energy to Brooklyn Steel

WSN spoke to hip-hop rapper Lupe Fiasco and opener Frayne Vibez about hosting a night celebrating hip-hop roots.
Julia Smerling, Photo Editor October 10, 2024

Blue and pink lights flash, reflecting off artist Frayne Vibez’s Spider-Man’s jacket as he enters the Brooklyn Steel venue to a crowd cheering his name. As the opening act...

A man wearing an all black outfit and a bright orange beanie watches a monitor. Behind him are crew members wearing black, one of whom is holding a camera.

Beyond NYU: From moviegoer to festival screener

ishkwaazhe Shane McSauby spoke with WSN about his journey as an Indigenous filmmaker, his creative influences and how his identity has been shaped by the cinematic art.
Rory Lustberg, Deputy News Editor October 10, 2024

Tisch Graduate Film alum ishkwaazhe Shane McSauby began his filmmaking journey in a high school class in Michigan. Now, McSauby’s films depicting modern Native stories — inspired...

A student sits on the floor knitting next to their laptop with hands coming out of the computer, untangling the yarn.

Opinion: NYU needs a standardized pro-AI policy

It’s time that NYU finally adopted universal policies to guide AI use in classes.
Andreja Zivkovic, Staff Writer October 10, 2024

“This set of lecture notes was improved using the ChatGPT editing function.”  For as long as I have been at NYU, students and faculty have debated the ethics of artificial...

A monochromatic photograph depicting a group of German protesters.

Review: Bernd Sahling’s ‘It’ll Be OK’ exhibition portrays East Germany’s punk scene against the backdrop of its late-1980s political upheaval

The photo exhibition at the Deutsches Haus provides a look into the yearslong production of Sahling's film.
Kaleo Zhu, Contributing Writer October 10, 2024

Peering into the gate in front of the cobblestone of Washington Mews, NYU’s Language & Cultural Houses are a step back in time, promoting historical and artistic exchange...

An illustration of two models, one blonde and one brunette, in black dresses.

One-up your friends with these iconic Halloween costumes

From Chappell Roan to coconut trees, here are eight pop culture-inspired Halloween costumes.
Sreya Nair, Contributing Writer October 10, 2024

Let’s face it: Halloween costumes over the past few years have been dead and uninspired. The same endless string of witches, pirates, cats and whatever else is found in the depths...

A woman in a wheelchair posing for a photo.

Picking up where she left off: NYU para swimmer Katie Kubiak qualifies for US national para swimming team

A look into how the junior bounced back from a career-ending disease.
Jonathan Mak, Sports Editor October 10, 2024

Growing up swimming in her grandparents’ lake in northern Wisconsin, NYU junior Katie Kubiak has always loved the water. Her dream was to represent the United States at the Olympics,...

People gathering around a garden on blankets listening to a woman speak with a microphone.

Elizabeth Street Garden to be evicted after an 11-year fight for the space

Community members and advocates have spent years calling for an alternative to the eviction, now set for Oct. 16.
Danny Arensberg and Rory Lustberg October 9, 2024

Three decades ago, Allan Reiver cleared an abandoned lot of junk and debris to install a front lawn and two pear trees. As Reiver, who was leasing the space, continued to embellish...

A bunch of men jumping on a stage in the rain, some having bloody faces.

Review: ‘The Outsiders’ is a golden adaptation of a celebrated classic

This Tony Award-winning musical takes author S.E. Hinton’s novel from page to stage, imbuing the story with further dynamism and heart.
Eleanor Jacobs, Music Editor October 9, 2024

While NYU’s newest campus is bringing New Yorkers to Tulsa, “The Outsiders” on Broadway brings Tulsa to New York. The story first came to life as a novel written by S.E....

A black lamppost sign that reads “TULSA” and “DECO DISTRICT” with beige, stone buildings behind it.

Opinion: Oklahoma’s abortion ban cannot be ignored at NYU Tulsa

NYU has conveniently left the state’s oppressive reproductive restrictions out of conversations about the study away site.
Alexa Donovan, Arts Editor October 9, 2024

Following the overturning of Roe v. Wade in 2022, Oklahoma revived a law that made abortion illegal except when it is “necessary to preserve” the life of the pregnant person....