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

Washington Square News

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Review: The Guggenheim’s new exhibition teaches a history lesson about a fleeting art movement

Visit “Harmony and Dissonance: Orphism in Paris, 1910–1930” for Orphism’s enchanting color, and leave with a newfound understanding of the cultural and technological innovations that captivated early 20th-century Paris.
Sydney Chan, Staff Writer December 10, 2024

Geometric shards and sweeping streaks in chromatic hues adorn The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum’s walls. Upon first glance, the artworks feature no discernible subject for interpretation....

A group of protesters hold signs in front of a large red sculpture. Some signs read “Judaism Condemns the State of ‘Israel’ And its Atrocities” and “MONEY FOR JOBS AND EDUCATION NOT FOR BOMBS AND OCCUPATION” above “N.Y.U. STUDENTS FOR A DEMOCRATIC SOCIETY.”

Students protest Tandon ties to Israeli military weapon manufacturers

Members of NYU’s Students for a Democratic Society criticized Tandon hosting General Dynamics, a military contractor that makes weapons for Israel, at its career fair in October.
Kaitlyn Sze Tu, Contributing Writer December 10, 2024

Around a dozen students gathered outside NYU’s Tandon School of Engineering on Monday, criticizing the school’s career fair collaborations with military manufacturers and tech...

An illustration of simplified drawings of various forms of self-care like tea, a person wearing a face mask, and a person doing yoga on a blue background.

What it means to take care of yourself across different cultures

Students share self-care practices from their cultures.

As we enter winter and the trenches of finals week, it is important to carve out time to take care of yourself. While social media may inundate us with new, trendy practices weekly,...

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New eats near NYU: At Kernel, a robotic arm serves up some of the best vegetables in the city

The new fast-casual chain, created by Chipotle founder Steve Ells, opened its NoHo location in late October.
Lauren Ng, Dining Editor December 10, 2024

There are a few things that you’ll immediately notice when you first walk into Kernel. First are the prices — $9 chicken sandwiches and $10 salads almost seem too good to be...

NYU woman's basketball team celebrated their historic win at the University Senate meeting on March 28.

Why NYU Athletics?

Student-athletes provide their perspectives on the recruitment process, and why they ultimately made their decision.
Amelia Raymond, Contributing Writer December 10, 2024

NYU has a unique place in Division III. Its student-athletes can pursue both academic prestige and their given sport in esteemed facilities where they compete in one of the toughest...

An illustration of the flags of Ukraine and the United States crossed in front of a black-and-white drawing of destroyed buildings.

Off Topic: A ceasefire in Ukraine isn’t as simple as you think it is

For the past two years, the war in Ukraine has intensified. While President-elect Donald Trump has called for an immediate end to hostilities, he neglects the disadvantageous position Ukraine is in.
Noah Zaldivar, Opinion Editor December 10, 2024

To the non-apocalypse-minded among us, the Doomsday Clock tracks the human race’s relative proximity to self-caused human annihilation, measured by the number of hours and minutes...

Your pen is more than just your pal

Your pen is more than just your pal

Whether you prefer a traditional No. 2 pencil or an iPad, this is what your writing utensil says about you.
Christobelle Rudes, Contributing Writer December 10, 2024

On a daily basis, each of us pulls out our writing utensil of choice to take notes in class. It seems like an ordinary decision, but it actually says a lot about who we are and...

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Strand Bookstore workers go on strike, demand higher wages

New Yorkers joined unionized workers at a picket outside the bookstore’s flagship East Village location in the wake of the employees’ contract expiring in November.
Aashna Miharia, News Editor December 9, 2024

Strand Bookstore workers went on strike Saturday, with dozens of union members picketing all day outside the East Village location to demand higher wages and equitable paid time...

An illustration of a Christmas wreath wrapped in shiny gold ribbon and an ornament, with red and green sections showing different film posters. In the middle is the Netflix logo wearing a red santa hat.

Ranked: Every 2024 Netflix Christmas rom-com

This year, Netflix put out four new holiday romantic comedies, ranging from trashy to genuinely fun.
Ella Sabrina Malabanan, Staff Writer December 9, 2024

Every holiday season, you can find a ton of new, usually low-budget, Christmas romantic comedies on Netflix. While the streaming giant that gave us three “The Princess Switch”...

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STEM gender gap smaller at selective universities, NYU study finds

Researchers are asking why gender-based disparities in higher education have improved at the country’s most selective institutions while worsening at others.
Maggie Turner, Contributing Writer December 9, 2024

Researchers from NYU's Robert F. Wagner School of Public Service found that more selective U.S. universities have a significantly smaller gender gap in physics, engineering and...

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Everything you need to know about humanities internships at NYU Tulsa

NYU’s newest abroad site champions experiential learning by connecting students with local organizations.
Sara Sharma, Staff Writer December 9, 2024

Between intense LinkedIn networking and unending applications for the chance to work in a high-rise multinational corporation, recruiting season can be pretty cutthroat. But for...

A display table with several decorative chocolates. Words on the front of the table read “LE CHOCOLAT, Maxime Frédéric at Louis Vuitton.”

Fashion designers are cooking, literally

Designer-branded treats are surging across the internet. Here’s what you need to know about Gen Z’s latest fad.
Luke Adelson-Yan, Contributing Writer December 9, 2024

Nothing can stop Gen Z New Yorkers from getting a sweet treat. Treating yourself no longer means buying a once-in-a-lifetime handbag or a fancy new piece of jewelry — now, it...