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Washington Square News

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Tisch School of the Arts Commencement '16

Tisch School of the Arts Commencement ’16

Gabriella Bower, Beauty & Style Editor May 21, 2016
The Tisch Salute at Radio City Music Hall beckoned the Tisch class of 2016 into the real world.

Stern School of Business Commencement ’16

Christina Coleburn, Senior Editor May 20, 2016

Excitement was palpable at the Theater at Madison Square Garden on the morning of May 20, where students, families and faculty gathered to celebrate the graduation of the Leonard...

184th Commencement Sees Graduates Reflect on the Past, Look to the Future

184th Commencement Sees Graduates Reflect on the Past, Look to the Future

Darren Walker encouraged the students to ask themselves how they can extend the ladder of opportunity to those in need.
Alex Bazeley, Editor-in-Chief May 20, 2016
At NYU's all-university commencement on May 20, thousands of graduates reflected on their achievements and looked at the road ahead.
College of Arts and Sciences Commencement '16

College of Arts and Sciences Commencement ’16

Jessica Martinez, Social Media Editor May 19, 2016
The 2016 CAS commencement featured speaker Nathan Sawaya, a CAS alum who is well-known internationally for his artwork with LEGO bricks.
Dean Fred Schwarzbach pointed out the importance of being part of a global community at the GLS commencement ceremony on Tuesday afternoon.

Global Liberal Studies Commencement ’16

Polina Buchak, Video Editor May 18, 2016
The Global Liberal Studies class of 2016 took the stage on Tuesday to commemorate their last four years at NYU.
Steinhardt School of Culture, Education and Human Development Commencement '16

Steinhardt School of Culture, Education and Human Development Commencement ’16

Audrey Deng, Deputy Managing Editor May 17, 2016
Undergraduates from the Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development held their commencement ceremony on May 17 in the infamous Beacon Theatre.
Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump face off in the first presidential debate, located at Hofstra University.

Trump and Clinton Win Big in New York, Edge Closer to Nomination

Rebecca Oh, Staff Writer April 19, 2016
Clinton and Trump are the favorites in a race that has seen more competition for each party's ticket than the two would have anticipated.
NYU Democrats hosted a debate for members of student advocacy groups on Monday, April 18, in which a variety of topics were discussed, including immigration, representation of women and racial minorities, foreign policy and the economy.

NYU For Hillary Admits Being Unprepared in Debate Against NYU For Bernie

Brooke Jensen, Staff Writer April 18, 2016
In the day before the New York State Presidential Primary, student organizations NYU for Bernie and NYU for Hillary faced off in a spirited debate.
Senator Bernie Sanders spoke for 90 minutes at the rally last Wednesday in Washington Square Park.

Voting in the NY Primary? Get to Know Your Candidates

Anne Cruz, News Editor April 18, 2016
A look at which presidential candidates remain and the platforms they are running on.
Face-to-Face at the Rally With Bernie Supporters

Face-to-Face at the Rally With Bernie Supporters

Lexi Faunce, News Editor April 18, 2016
WSN looked at who showed up to the Bernie Sanders rally in Washington Square Park on Wednesday.
Here's Why Bernie Sanders Has the Youth Vote on Lockdown

Here’s Why Bernie Sanders Has the Youth Vote on Lockdown

Anne Cruz and Lexi Faunce April 14, 2016
A breakdown of Bernie Sanders' speech and reasons for his movement being favorable among millennials.
Bernie Sanders  is rallying for support in Washington Square Park ahead of next week's New York primary.

LIVE: Bernie Sanders Brings the Bern to Washington Square Park

Anne Cruz and Lexi Faunce April 13, 2016
NYU students prepare to "feel the Bern" as Presidential Candidate Bernie Sanders will hold a rally in Washington Square Park tonight.