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

University News

NYU's Skirball hosts a panel of professors as part of NYU's Stonewall 50 campaign. (Photo by Alana Beyer)

Fifty Years After Stonewall, Talk Revisits NYU’s History With the LGBTQ Community

In 1970, NYU prevented queer clubs from holding events on campus. Today, they celebrate Stonewall’s 50th anniversary.
Mansee Khurana and Jared Peraglia February 26, 2019

In honor of the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall riots — which are often credited as the catalyst for the gay liberation movement — NYU Skirball hosted a discussion about...

Security camera nearby the NYU campus. 3,179 cameras are currently surveilling the campus community.
(Staff Photo by Jared Peraglia)

Over 3,000 Cameras Are Watching Us, but Students Don’t Care

NYU’s robust security camera system feels excessive to some students.
Jared Peragila, Deputy News Editor February 26, 2019

Over 3,000 cameras currently overlook the university’s New York City campus, but some students think the surveillance won’t make people safer. Tisch first-year Cassie Vega...

Students walking on NYU’s Abu Dhabi campus.(Staff Photo by Sam Klein)

A Look at the Terms That Built NYUAD

A 2007 provost’s report offered an in-depth look into the initial negotiations between NYU and Abu Dhabi.
Victor Porcelli and Meghna Maharishi February 25, 2019

A 2007 provost’s report offering an overview of the university’s current and potential global sites resurfaced on Twitter last week when English Professor John Archer tweeted...

Cecil Scheib, NYU Assistant VP for Sustainability, talked about the sustainability of NYU buildings at UN Initiative's Climate Change Panel. (Staff Photo by Min Ji Kim)

Sustainability Initiatives Focus on Engagement and Reduction

An in-depth look at the 35 new initiatives announced by the Office of Sustainability.
Mansee Khurana, Deputy News Editor February 25, 2019

In an effort to increase university-wide sustainability, NYU’s Sustainability Working Group  announced 35 new initiatives at last week’s University Senate meeting. These initiatives,...

NYU College of Dentistry opened an Oral Health Center for People with Disabilities. (Staff Photo by Min Ji Kim)

College of Dentistry Opens Center for Disabled

From wheelchair users who may have difficulty sitting in a dental chair to autistic patients that may require a calmer environment, the new center hopes to improve patients’ experiences.
Lachlan Hyatt, Staff Writer February 25, 2019

People with disabilities that inhibit oral health treatment now have access to a new center — opened by the NYU College of Dentistry — that is uniquely tailored to their needs. The...

The “Carceral Crisis: Race, Class and Punishment in America” course in the Arthur L. Carter Journalism Institute focuses on providing students with an in-depth understanding of mass incarceration. (Photo by Victor Porcelli)

NYU to Offer New Journalism Minor

NYU’s journalism program announced that it will soon offer a minor in journalism, with tracks in print and online as well as broadcast and multimedia journalism.
Meghna Maharishi and Victor Porcelli February 22, 2019

NYU announced in an email on Friday that the Arthur L. Carter Journalism Institute undergraduate program will offer two journalism minors, one in print and online and one in...

NYU Tandon School of Engineering ( Photo by Alana Beyer)

More Action-Focused Language Improves Participation in STEM

A study which included 150 schools across all five boroughs found that female students’ interest in science increased when teachers used language that focuses on actions.
Bethany Allard, Staff Writer February 22, 2019

A new study released by researchers from NYU and Princeton University shows that asking young girls to “do science” rather than “be scientists” increases their likelihood...

Overhead shot of the 17th annual Venture Showcase,  part of the $300K Entrepreneurs Challenge. 41 teams presented their startups.  (Photo by Akiva Thalheim)

Startups Venture for Exposure at Annual NYU Showcase

Hundreds of members of the NYU community attended Thursday’s Venture Showcase, in which 41 of NYU’s top startups presented.
Akiva Thalheim, Social Media Editor February 22, 2019

Stern School of Business hosted its annual fair for startups on Thursday, with 41 teams presenting their businesses to a crowd of around 500 students, alumni and investors in the...

An NYU building. (Photo by Anna Letson)

Sexual Misconduct Support Group Created for Transgender, Gender Non-Conforming and Non-Binary Students

The group aims to ensure all students are aware of their rights and resources.
Jared Peraglia, Deputy News Editor February 22, 2019

NYU is adding an additional student support group to campus for transgender, gender non-conforming and non-binary students. The group aims to create a safe space that ensures all...

The entrance to Vanderbilt Hall, which houses NYU School of Law. (Photo by Tony Wu)

NYU Law Initiative Provides Crucial Services to Non-U.S. Citizens

A program by NYU’s Law School seeks to give support and consultation to students facing issues related to their immigration status.
Belle Lu, Contributing Writer February 22, 2019

In an effort to fund a wall on the southern border, President Donald Trump declared a state of national emergency last Friday. In a press conference, he described a migrant caravan...

From left to right: A'Nisa Megginson, Harmony Hemmings-Pallay and Hunter Major, curators of the "I Too, Am Divine" exhibit. (Photo by Emily Mason)

New Space for Black Students Opens for the Spring Semester

“I, Too, Am Divine,” a semester-long exhibition meant to celebrate black spiritualism through art and discussion launched this Tuesday.
Emily Mason, Staff Writer February 21, 2019

Chatter fills the fourth floor of the Global Center for Academic and Spiritual Life as people settle on couches around a wooden structure covered in light pink plastic blossoms....

Washington Square Park aerial photo. (WSN File Photo )

NYU to Lobby State Legislature for Increased Tuition Funding

The Office of Government Affairs continues to push legislatures to provide greater funding for students’ tuition, grants and more.
Alexandria Johnson, Staff Writer February 20, 2019

NYU — which is often criticized for its high tuition and shortage of financial aid — will be lobbying at the state level to increase tuition programs. The Office of Government...