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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

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The NYU MetroCenter is housed at 726 Broadway, which is also the location of many other major NYU facilities, such as the Liberal Studies.

Report Shows Diversity is Crucial

Chelsey Sanchez, Digital Director November 13, 2017
A report by the Metro Center finds that diversity in NYC public schools plays a role in the quality of education.
With the confusing weather ahead, students find it difficult to know what to wear. Lately New York has seen some rainy and cold days and many are yet to come.

Jack Frost Playing Games in NYC

Natalie Chinn, Staff Writer November 10, 2017
As the weather transitions from summer to fall, students are coping with varied temperatures.
Closing Frats Will Not Truly Dismantle Them

Closing Frats Will Not Truly Dismantle Them

WSN Editorial Board November 10, 2017
While we agree that Greek life organizations accused of misconduct should be punished and regulated, cutting ties with them completely is the wrong approach.
Here of the few things to plan ahead before Spring 2018 registration begins: make sure you know your enrollment date and time, you’re financially cleared, there are no holds on your account and that your shopping cart has backup classes.

Seven Things to Remember During Class Registration

Chris Collado, Staff Writer November 10, 2017
Class registration can be stress inducing. Here are seven top tips for a better registration experience.
President Andrew Hamilton announced to the University Senate that NYU will accept Puerto Rican students affected by the hurricane next semester.

NYU Will Offer Full Scholarships to 50 Puerto Rican Students for Spring Semester

Alex Domb and Miranda Levingston November 9, 2017
President Andrew Hamilton announced today that NYU will offer full scholarships to at least 50 Puerto Rican students affected by recent hurricanes. Students are eligible to apply until December 15.

“Destination Unknown” tells the story of holocaust survivors as they try to find the light in a world filled with darkness. The film hits screens Nov. 10th.

A Powerful Portrait of the Holocaust

Guru Ramanathan, Staff Writer November 8, 2017
Claire Ferguson takes a new approach at examining the Holocaust in her new documentary "Destination Unknown."
At the heart of Bryant Park’s annual Winter Village is its ice skating rink. It hosts thousands of visitors each year while also offering various winter festivities.

Bryant Park’s Winter Village Rings in the Season

Thomas Chou, Deputy Features Editor November 8, 2017
Need some holiday cheer? Check out the Bryant Park Winter Village.
NYU engineering students successfully clone the former stars of hit Disney show “Suite Life of Zack & Cody.”

HUMOR: NYU Engineers Clone New Set of Sprouse Twins

Louis Rodriguez, Humor Editor November 8, 2017
It's you and me, and me and you, and you and me, and me and you, we got the whole place to ourselves.
Todd Heatherton, a visiting scholar in NYU’s Department of Psychology, was fired from NYU in late October after Dartmouth College’s student newspaper reported that he was under investigation for sexual misconduct.

NYU Fires Dartmouth Visiting Scholar After Allegations of Sexual Misconduct

Sayer Devlin and Miranda Levingston, News Editors November 7, 2017
Todd Heatherton, a visiting scholar in NYU’s Department of Pyschology, was fired last month after Dartmouth College’s student newspaper revealed that Heatherton was under investigation for “serious misconduct.”
“Little Shop of Horrors” presented by Tisch New Theatre was playing from Oc.31 to Nov.5 at SoHo Playhouse.

Tisch New Theatre Presents a New Approach

Emma Hernando, Staff Writer November 7, 2017
Tisch New Theatre's 10th Anniversary production of Little Shop of Horrors provides both a high quality production for the audience while still offering a space for students to make mistakes and learn.
The Complicated Nature of Being Biracial

The Complicated Nature of Being Biracial

Alexandra Dennis, Contributing Writer November 7, 2017
The truth is that being biracial can be a confusing ordeal, and unfortunately, I don’t think there’s a quick fix to the displacement that biracial people often feel in terms of fitting into a racial category.
Violet nail polish is never an outdated idea to emulate fall fashion.

Festive Nail Art

Sophie Shaw, Beauty & Style Editor November 7, 2017
Feeling festive? Try out these fall nail art designs to embrace the season.