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

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Editor's Picks

The Hudson River is a great outdoor study spot for students in New York City.

Staff Recs: Best Outdoor Study Spots

It's nearly time for finals, but the sun beckons — the only rational solution? Study outside.
NYU Doesn’t Reach Its Potential in Science

NYU Doesn’t Reach Its Potential in Science

Arushi Sahay, Contributing Writer April 20, 2017
The effort NYU has been making is staggering and we certainly must commend Hamilton for his effort, but there is still something to be desired from the science program at NYU. This is especially true for the casual scientist. For the person who isn’t majoring in science, but would still like to get involved, the lack of breadth in our programs make that difficult.
The Native American and Indigenous Students Group has criticised the lack of a Native American and Indigenous Studies program in the past, claiming NYU’s status as a global institute should mean it represents all cultural identities.

First Round of Approval for Native American and Indigenous Studies Minor

Caroline Haskins, Staff Writer April 19, 2017
The Native American and Indigenous Student Group's proposed syllabus for the Intro to Native American and Indigenous Studies course passed initial approval.
Eating cookies and coloring books make for de-stressing fun in NYU’s club, “Cookies and Coloring.”

Never Too Old to Eat Cookies and Color

Alyssa Lynn Kelly, Contributing Writer April 19, 2017
In the midst of all the college stress, one Gallatin club attempts to help students with two simplistic ideas — cookies and coloring.
Stefanie Goyette, of the Liberal Studies program, Moya Luckett, of Gallatin, and Michael Peachin, the director of undergraduate studies for classics, are just a few of the numerous professors at NYU to have released books.

Triple Threat Professors

Han Wang, Staff Writer April 19, 2017
While some students might groan at the idea of reading their professor's book for class, they often don't know what went into making it.
NYU Athletics Received $338,379 from Charity Linked to College Admissions Scandal. (Photo byAlex Muhawi-Ho)

NYU Tax Return Breakdown

Sayer Devlin and Miranda Levingston April 18, 2017
WSN broke down and extrapolated the highlights of NYU's September 1, 2014 - August 31, 2015 tax return to celebrate Tax Day.
Focused on social activism, Design for America NYU works with communities and their residents to make an impact. DFA NYU strives to incite hope by joining people together in this uncertain time.

A Blueprint for Hope: Design for America NYU

Emily Conklin, Staff Writer April 18, 2017
DFA NYU is spreading their positive vibes by fostering an environment of diversity, collaboration and social change.
Operation ID is a free program that allows people to register their valuable items so they can be returned if misplaced or stolen. NYPD and NYU Public Safety hosted an Operation ID event at Founders Hall on April 18 to get students to sign up.

NYPD and Public Safety Host #OperationID at Founders

Herman Lee, Staff Writer April 18, 2017
NYPD hosted #OperationID at Founders Residence Hall on Tuesday, April 18 to help students register their valuables.
Finding authentic Mexican food is  often a difficult task in New York City. Thankfully, we compiled a list of some of the best Mexican restaurants on campus.

Eat Your Way Around Each Dorm: Mexican Food

Pamela Jew, Staff Writer April 18, 2017
Here are the best Mexican food restaurants around each dorm.
Tandon professor Nasir Memon, along with other researchers, found that smartphones' fingerprint authentication systems can be hackable through a master print, which has many users' partial fingerprints.

Tandon Professor Discovers Faults in iPhone Fingerprint Sensor

Herman Lee, Staff Writer April 17, 2017
NYU Tandon Professor Nasir Memon, NYU Postdoctoral Fellow Aditi Roy, Michigan State University Professor Arun Ross discovered iPhone fingerprint censor easily hackable due to fingerprint similarities and shortcomings in software.
Staff Rants April 5-18

Staff Rants April 5-18

WSN Staff April 17, 2017
In our latest edition of Staff Rants, our comically beautiful and talented staff has a few choice words about a variety of topics!
Both America and Britain have recently seen a rise in populist movements. The political and cultural changes those who study abroad face can be overwhelming.

An American in Brexitland: The Confusion and the Culture

Ali Webb, Deputy Abroad Editor April 17, 2017
When Deputy Abroad Editor Ali Webb arrived in London, both her new city and her home country were in the midst of major political transitions.