Skip to Main Content
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

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

Washington Square News

Culture

(Andreas Coscolluela for WSN)

5 SoHo designers bringing streetwear into high fashion

From floral jackets to wide leg jeans, these brands tell stories of diversity and honor city history through upscale yet approachable fashion.
Ivanka Sun, Staff Writer March 5, 2025

New York City promises a melting pot of culture, art and fashion from every corner of the world. But even here, it’s not uncommon for big clothing brands to push out smaller...

(Evan D'Souza for WSN)

New eats near NYU: Indulge in cinnamon rolls at Sunday Morning

The East Village’s bakery expertly modernizes this classic dessert.
Christobelle Rudes, Staff Writer March 4, 2025

If you find yourself on an early morning stroll through the East Village, take solace from the brisk wind and warm up with a cinnamon roll fresh out of the oven. In a modern store...

(Al Seib / ©A.M.P.A.S.)

Yums only: Oscars red carpet looks we absolutely devoured

A look back on the fashion that stood out most on Hollywood’s biggest night of the year.
Ella Kwon, Contributing Writer March 4, 2025

Fashion may be subjective, but the artistry and hundreds of hours of pure craftsmanship poured into every red carpet look deserves respect. So why yuck someone else’s yum when...

(Julia Smerling for WSN)

Wearing my food on my sleeve

A cilantro T-shirt and a dumpling hat might not seem like much, but food-themed clothing embodies everything about me, from my hobbies to my career path.
Lauren Ng, Culture Editor March 3, 2025

(Kiara Mujica for WSN)

Your March horoscope: Feeling lucky?

It’s the month of luck — here’s what your horoscope says you have in store.
Annie Emans, Staff Writer March 3, 2025

While the midway point of the spring semester is approaching, we’ve also entered the month of luck.  Let’s be honest — we all rely a little bit on luck, whether we’re...

(Julia Smerling for WSN)

4 supper clubs to eat your way through NYC

Find community through cuisine by joining these four New York City food clubs.
Ashwin Nanda, Contributing Writer March 3, 2025

While the vast range of restaurants in New York City is enough to satiate any food enthusiast, supper clubs offer an alternative way for self-proclaimed connoisseurs to engage...

(Evan D’Souza for WSN)

New eats near NYU: Where bagels and gelato unite

Affordable eats chain Sofia’s brings two of its most popular food items together in a quaint space on West Fourth Street.
Mia Shou, Contributing Writer February 28, 2025

A block away from Washington Square Park, among jazz clubs, cocktail bars and Lipton Hall, sits Sofia’s Bagels and Gelato. The humble West Fourth Street shop, decorated with...

(Emma Foley for WSN)

The forgotten history of NYC’s Black cowboys

In Queens, students can take horseback riding lessons and tour a museum that features authentic cowboy artifacts and memorabilia.
Aidan Levin, Contributing Writer February 28, 2025

(Daniel Yee for WSN)

4 alternatives to black puffers to round out your winter wardrobe

Leave the puffer at home and opt for these fashionable but practical jackets and coats.
Maile Hickman, Contributing Writer February 27, 2025

Black puffers: we see them everywhere, swarming the streets of campus during the wintertime. But a stereotypical jacket from The North Face doesn’t have to be your only option...

(Ruhi Joshi for WSN)

Stupidity shines at this NYU hackathon

You probably don’t need a table that yells at you or a Google Chrome extension that makes it hard to scroll — but these students will create it anyway.
Sara Sharma, Staff Writer February 27, 2025

(Kyra Reilley for WSN)

Off-White on campus: Remembering Virgil Abloh

It’s been four years since Virgil Abloh’s passing, but his influence on New York City streetwear and NYU students remains undeniable.
Ella Kwon, Contributing Writer February 25, 2025

For centuries, luxury fashion has carried a wealthy, exclusive and preppy connotation — long-established brands like Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Hermès and Cartier may come to mind....

(Alisia Houghtaling for WSN)

Unique talents and ensembles shine at UltraViolet Live

The winner of this year’s universitywide talent show was Steinhardt junior Aasia Gabbour, whose Chinese violin performance stunned the contest’s celebrity judges.
Mariana Arboleda, Staff Writer February 24, 2025