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Bold neon text states “Welcome to N.Y.(DRAG)U.” in front of a red curtain. A drag queen with short blonde hair poses while a spotlight shines on her face.

NY(DRAG)U rocks out on the queer holy ground that is the NYU campus

The over-the-top production embraced all forms of queer identity with various drag kings and queens.
Constantine Moore, Contributing Writer October 16, 2024

NY(DRAG)U, hosted by the NYU LGBTQ+ Center on Oct. 9, was a night of dance, music and a celebration of queer identity. The series of lip-sync performances, held at NYU's Skirball...

A bird's eye view of many people dressed up and dancing in a hall.

Dancing, dandiyas and dinner: Students gather to celebrate Indian Garba

NYU’s Indian Cultural Club fosters community and cultural understanding through the annual Garba event.
Aryana Arora, Contributing Writer October 16, 2024

On Friday, Oct. 11, NYU's Indian Cultural Club hosted its annual Garba at the Eisner and Lubin Auditorium in the Kimmel Center for University Life, where students gathered...

A stadium is packed with people around tables and chairs. In the stands, above the scene, are large white and blue letters spelling out “EEEEEATSCON.”

EEEEEATSCON NYC 2024 deserves all 5 of its Es

This year, The Infatuation’s star-studded food festival featured 28 vendors and three unique restaurant collaborations.
Bella Simonte, Staff Writer October 16, 2024

Your local Shake Shack burger probably isn’t served with pickled bamboo and green chili relish. But at EEEEEATSCON NYC, these culinary crossovers are the rule, not the exception. Hosted...

A street of food vendors and people walking and waiting in line.

Vendors on the block: The flavor and soul of a Bronx upbringing

For Hispanic Heritage Month, let’s toast to the small vendors who have kept our culture alive — one street corner at a time.
Kate Serrano, Contributing Writer October 11, 2024

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....

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 tan, yellow and green tub of ice cream sit beside each other. They read, “Van Leeuwen French Ice Cream” on the front.

I tried 30 of Westside Market’s ice cream pints — here are the ones that won over my sweet tooth

Choosing a single pint from the vast number of flavors offered at Westside Market is a daunting task. Having personally sampled many of Westside’s ice creams, I know a thing or two about the grocery store’s best.
Bella Simonte, Staff Writer October 9, 2024

After discovering the treasure trove of ice cream flavors at Westside Market, the grocery store right across from Third Avenue North residence hall, I set out on a mission to sample...

Six girls in a line are wearing, respectively, a sweater with loose jeans, a sweater with a skirt and belt, a sweater dress, a sweater and a skirt, a sweater with jorts and a sweater with uncuffed sweatpants.

How to stay stylish in sweater weather

As we brave the chilly weather in New York City, here is a guide on how to style the autumn staple.
Pritheva Zakaria, Staff Writer October 9, 2024

Don’t let the sun in the forecast fool you — it’s officially fall. For many students, it’s the best season to show off their layered looks. A staple in most college students’...

A cluttered dorm room with a bed covered in pillows, two nightstands with trinkets on top, and vines, pictures and a heart-shaped sign on the walls. A window in the center shows a blue sky with clouds, illuminating the room.

A broke college student’s take on dorm decor

Here is why you shouldn’t let the scraps of paper in your recycling bin go for good.
Mia Shou, Contributing Writer October 9, 2024

If I were to make a list of 10 things I was stressed about while heading into a new school year, decorating the depressing, jail-like room NYU gives you would definitely be on...

A close-up of brown cake slices topped with white frosting and green seeds, displayed on a glass platter in a bakery. (Pashmina Khan for WSN)

It’s time to put the ‘treat’ in trick-or-treat

Indulge in fall flavors at these bakeries near NYU.
Sydney Poser, Contributing Writer October 8, 2024

There’s nothing like getting a sweet treat after — or during — your midterm study grind. Taking advantage of the numerous cafes and bakeries offering fall-themed menus, I’ve...

A close-up shot of a bratwurst with white sauce on top in a cardboard tray, in front of some beer.

Oktoberfest NYC serves up mediocre food at a high price

New York’s take on the infamous German festival was commercialized and lacking in spirit.
Aidan Levin, Staff Writer October 7, 2024

On a chilly Friday afternoon, I ventured to the Financial District’s South Street Seaport neighborhood, where Pier 15 was transformed into a bonanza of beers and brats. Oktoberfest...

Five girls in a locker room, all wearing jerseys. From left to right, they wear: a cropped, black jersey with jeans, a white jersey with a white maxi skirt, a white jersey with jean shorts, a green jersey with a mini skirt, and a white jersey vest with purple parachute pants and kitten heels.

From field to fashion: Styling the jersey for everyday

From casual to couture, jerseys are scoring major style points in 2024.
Eva Zhong, Staff Writer October 7, 2024

Jerseys aren’t just game day gear anymore — they’ve become an off-the-field streetwear staple that blends athletic roots with everyday style. The “bloke-core” trend,...