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

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NYU’s Student Senator’s Council welcomes incoming freshmen during Welcome Week.

The Students Governing NYU

Asha Ruparell, Contributing Writer October 21, 2016
WSN breaks down the different undergraduate student government roles at NYU.
On the afternoon preceding the third and final presidential debate, a crowd gathered at Trump Tower to protest his treatment of women.

NYU Joins Pussy Power Movement At Trump Tower

Jemima McEvoy, Deputy News Editor October 20, 2016
Protestors gathered outside the Trump Tower in response to the recently leaked video of Trump making derogatory remarks about women.
Cornell Brooks, President of NAACP, spoke about civil rights and education as a part of NYU Steinhardt's Education Solutions Initiative.

NAACP President Discusses Student Roles in Civil Rights and Education

Natasha Roy, Deputy News Editor October 20, 2016
The NAACP President Cornell Brooks came to NYU to discuss the current state civil rights and education.
The NYU Student Government hosted afternoon tea with President Andy Hamilton on October the 18th, at Kimball Hall.

Hamilton’s Afternoon Tea Talking Points

Diamond Naga Siu, News Editor October 19, 2016
President Hamilton hosted a town hall over tea to discuss affordability and answer student questions.
The new StudentLink Center, located at 383 Lafayette St., is only a seven-minute walk from Washington Square Park.

How StudentLink Plans to Improve Student Life

Jemima McEvoy, Staff Writer October 19, 2016
NYU added StudentLink, a new student resource center, to its Manhattan campus.
A government-issued identification card, IDNYC grants New York City residents access to public libraries, schools, and city services.

IDNYC Offers Students Affordable Perks Across the City

Téa Kvetenadze, Contributing Writer October 18, 2016
IDNYC helps NYU with its affordability efforts.
Studio 21 North includes both a Live Room and a Control Room, allowing students to apply the skills they learned in the Clive Davis Institute for Recorded Music.

Two Music Schools, a Million Paths

Natasha Roy, Deputy News Editor October 17, 2016
Steinhardt's music business program and Tisch's Clive Davis Institute for Recorded Music were both listed on Billboard's top 12 music business schools.
NYU commuters are moving into residence halls for the spring semester to save themselves time and stress.

A Senior Citizen As Your New Roommate

Sierra Jackson, Contributing Writer October 17, 2016
As part of its plan to make NYU more affordable, the Affordability Steering Committee plans to match students with senior citizens who have a spare bedroom by the fall of 2017.
Steinhardt teamed up with NYC Alley to create a new space for students and faculty to pursue education and technology.

Steinhardt’s Plan to Foster Startups

Greta Chevance, Contributing Writer October 17, 2016
Space Alley partnered with Steinhardt to create a space where faculty, students and private companies can work together on technology and education projects.
Milo Yiannopoulos has sparked controversy as one of the online leaders of the alt-right movement. Yiannopoulos, who had his scheduled talk at NYU canceled, is currently touring college campuses across the country.

Milo Yiannopoulos Talk Canceled Due to Security Concerns

Diamond Naga Siu, News Editor October 16, 2016
NYU canceled a College Republicans talk on Nov. 17, where they planned to host British journalist Milo Yiannopoulos as part of his "Dangerous Faggot Tour."
NYU has a whole suite of free software for students to help them both in and out of the classroom.

How NYU Softens the Cost of Software

Htoo Min, Contributing Writer October 14, 2016
NYU IT is helping alleviate the financial burden that comes with buying new computers and accessories by providing students with an array of free software
Mayor Bill de Blasio’s "Nosh the Vote" campaign brought voter registration to NY Dosa’s in WSP on October 11th.

Students Talk Voting Importance in Light of NY Deadline

Téa Kvetenadze, Contributing Writer October 14, 2016
NYU students still think it's important to vote in New York, even if it's a blue state.