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

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NYU President Hamilton sent a letter to SLAM in response to their request to add a student to the board of trustees. Members of the group annotated and analysed the letter to expose what they percieved to be Hamilton’s true message.

Beckman and Hamilton Slam SLAM

Alex Domb, Deputy News Editor October 27, 2017
Both NYU President Andrew Hamilton and university spokesperson John Beckman spoke against SLAM's request for a student member on the Board of Trustees.
Despite looking unappetizing, bugs are actually very nutritious. NYC offers many restaurants featuring the tasty nutritious food.

Bug Out of Your Dorms to Try These Weird Food Places

Sijia Meng, Contributing Writer October 26, 2017
New York has amazing restaurants where you can have delicious meals. But why not stray away from the expected for once and try some meals with bugs in them?
The Tide is Turning On Cyber Security

The Tide is Turning On Cyber Security

Jacob Bass, Contributing Writer October 26, 2017
“You can’t have 100 percent security and also then have 100 percent privacy and zero inconvenience,” Obama said. “We're going to have to make some choices as a society.” That was in 2013, things are a bit different now.
Professor and NYU Langone doctor Olugbenga Ogedegbe was elected to the National Academy of Medicine.

National Academy of Medicine Elects NYU Professor

Alesha Bradford, Contributing Writer October 26, 2017
NYU Doctor elected to National Academy of Medicine Olugbenga Ogedegbe.
Costumes 101: DIY Halloween Like a Pro

Costumes 101: DIY Halloween Like a Pro

Marie Kessel, Contributing Writer October 25, 2017
Need a last minute Halloween costume ? We've got you covered.
NYU Needs to Respond to Challenges With Increased Transparency

NYU Needs to Respond to Challenges With Increased Transparency

WSN Editorial Board October 25, 2017
NYU has been dealing with some of the issues arising on campus, but they aren't telling anyone about it. We need to know what is and isn't being done.
NYU students have mixed reactions to using popular dating apps such as Tinder and Bumble.

Meeting Up for Millennials

Tyler Crews, Deputy Sports Editor October 25, 2017
Tinder, NYU students and New York City sure do make for an interesting mix.

Brand New, an indie rock band from Long Island, performed at King’s Theatre on Thursday. Despite their momentum over the summer, fans are disheartened over their looming 2018 break up.

Brand New’s Swan Song

Brandi Powell, Contributing Writer October 25, 2017
Brand New performed one of their final shows at King's Theater in Brooklyn last week, as they announced last year that they will disband in 2018.
Videos of pimple popping has always been an extreme interest or turn-off since some people find them fun to watch while some think they are disgusting and disturbing.

To Pop or Not to Pop?

Caroline Zemsky, Staff Writer October 24, 2017
Engrossing or just plain gross, pimple popping videos have garnered a large viral following.
Student Activities Board is an organization which composes three committees that are allocations, development and governance. Allocations Committee is in charge of funding all-university clubs on campus and among all these clubs, the most funded clubs tend to be the cultural clubs and the debate clubs.

NYU Clubs May Face Funding Changes, Says Student Activities Board

Sakshi Venkatraman, Deputy News Editor October 24, 2017
Change is underway for the process of funding clubs at NYU.
Former Presidents Set Example for Unity at One American Appeal

Former Presidents Set Example for Unity at One American Appeal

Wayne Chen, Staff Writer October 24, 2017
While bipartisanship in politics has escalated to the point when opposition forces are described as radicals, the gathering of five living former presidents this past weekend is a reminder that Americans can still hope for one indivisible nation, with liberty and justice for all.
The Front Bottoms were performing at Starland Ballroom on Oct. 21. They are currently on a national tour promoting their new album “Going Grey.”

The Front Bottoms Light Up the Stage in Their Home State

Julia Fields, Staff Writerbrim October 24, 2017
At the Starland Ballroom on Saturday, alternative band The Front Bottoms brought their signature fiery energy and left the crowd brimming with excitement.