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Museums: the Unsung Heroes of Legitimacy

Museums: the Unsung Heroes of Legitimacy

Sarah John, Contributing Writer September 20, 2018
Several minority groups have been advocating for national museums for years, but there's been minimal results.
Staff Rants: Faltering Quality of Music, Avenue A and Cantor Film Center

Staff Rants: Faltering Quality of Music, Avenue A and Cantor Film Center

WSN Staff September 19, 2018
For our first Staff Rants of the semester, WSN weighs in on the rapid pace of music production, Serial’s new season, Avenue A, NYU’s poor organizational skills and the rain.
Why Do We Portray Atheists as Broken Believers?

Why Do We Portray Atheists as Broken Believers?

Mickey Desruisseaux, Columnist September 18, 2018
Why does America still think atheists need to be saved?
In Defense of a Sheltered Upbringing

In Defense of a Sheltered Upbringing

Nosheen Hossain, Contributing Writer September 16, 2018
A unique take on why having a sheltered upbringing is not only advantageous, but also an opportunity for many of those who have the privilege.
NYU’s Preferred Name System Helps Trans Students at School, but Could Hurt Them at Home

NYU’s Preferred Name System Helps Trans Students at School, but Could Hurt Them at Home

September 13, 2018
A trans student reflects on the ways in which the preferred name section of NYU's undergrad application could be improved upon.
Facing Microaggressions as an Asian

Facing Microaggressions as an Asian

Microaggressions plague racial minorities, and the arts are no exception. But how can we address them?
Ash Ryoo, Columnist September 12, 2018
Microaggressions plague racial minorities, even in the arts. But how can we address them?
Snow Bunnies Aren’t a Type and Neither Am I

Snow Bunnies Aren’t a Type and Neither Am I

Racial preferences in dating aren't components of your type. They're just racist.
Cheyenne Porcher, Columnist September 10, 2018
Racial preferences in dating are not components of your type. They're just racist.
Taking the Time to Remember the Magic of Museums

Taking the Time to Remember the Magic of Museums

The Brazil National Museum burned to the ground last week. Let's appreciate artifacts before they become fossils.
Melanie Pineda, Deputy Opinion Editor September 5, 2018
In light of the tragic loss of Brazil's National Museum, we must take the time to appreciate the crucial historical and cultural contributions of institutions like these.
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“All Muslims Are Terrorists”

Rannen Khalil, Guest Editorial April 30, 2018
An NYU student recounts her experiences with Islamophobia at Leonard N. Stern School of Business.
A Response to Your Letter in Support of Minority Students at NYU Stern

A Response to Your Letter in Support of Minority Students at NYU Stern

NYU Stern Undergraduate College Leadership writes a letter to the NYU Student Senators Council about the university's efforts to combat islamophobia and discrimination within the business school.
Letter From the Editor: College Newspapers Are Dying, Let’s Save Them

Letter From the Editor: College Newspapers Are Dying, Let’s Save Them

Jemima McEvoy, Editor-in-Chief April 24, 2018
WSN's Editor-in-Chief Jemima McEvoy chimes in on the #SaveStudentNewsrooms movement and discusses the impact of changes in media dissemination on WSN.
Kendrick Lamar Is a Black Artist, Not a Wack Artist

Kendrick Lamar Is a Black Artist, Not a Wack Artist

Janice Lee, Contributing Writer April 23, 2018
After Kendrick Lamar became the first rap artist to win the Pulitzer Prize, the response is telling. Lack of support shows, perhaps, the result of vulgar topics rap sometimes delves into or maybe another institutional barrier against the black community.