Letters from the Editor

Letter from the Editor: In the age of Trump, student journalism is more vital than ever.
As the Trump administration continues its crackdown on higher education, WSN’s student journalists have worked tirelessly to inform the NYU community.
Yezen Saadah, Editor-in-Chief
• March 31, 2025

Letter from the Editor: A reflection on WSN’s mission
It’s my last semester leading the publication, and all I can think about is how proud and hopeful I am for the future of student journalism.
Yezen Saadah, Editor-in-Chief
• January 22, 2025

Letter from the Editor: Welcome to the Washington Square News
As you embark on your academic journey at NYU, trust the Washington Square News to be your most reliable source of all news and culture on and off campus.
Yezen Saadah, Editor-in-Chief
• August 7, 2024

Letter from the editor: On reflection
Honoring my final semester at the Washington Square News, NYU’s independent student-led publication.
Manasa Gudavalli, Editor-in-Chief
• January 22, 2024

Letter from the editor: On celebration
Celebrating a half century of the Washington Square News, NYU’s independent undergraduate newspaper.
Manasa Gudavalli, Editor-in-Chief
• October 27, 2023

Letter from the editor: On change
Welcome to Washington Square News, NYU’s independent undergraduate newspaper.
Manasa Gudavalli, Editor-in-Chief
• August 4, 2023

Letter from the editor: On transition
Transitions are perpetual, uncomfortable and inevitable. Meet WSN's new editor-in-chief.
Alex Tey, Editor-in-Chief
• January 24, 2022

Letter from the editor: on regeneration
Welcome to Washington Square News, NYU’s independent undergraduate newspaper.
Ashley Wu, Editor-in-Chief
• August 25, 2021

Letter from the Editor: Why is WSN Coming Back?
Given the number of issues we had, why have we returned to the newspaper?
Alexandria Johnson, Editor-in-Chief
• March 8, 2021

We’re Resigning from WSN. Here’s Why.
We are now publicizing the grievances that led us all to this decision.
WSN Staff
• September 28, 2020

Navigating the Coronavirus as Student Journalists
Much like the rest of the country and the world, WSN has been severely impacted by the outbreak of the global pandemic. As an essential service, our work still continues.
Cole Stallone, Editor-in-Chief
• March 30, 2020

The Growing Necessity of Student Journalism
Student journalists will be the ones to tell the stories that need to be heard in the face of the declining industry. Meet WSN’s new Editor-in-Chief for 2020.
Cole Stallone, Editor-in-Chief
• January 27, 2020

Amanda Chen, Deputy News Editor • April 23, 2025

Alessa Alluin, Staff Writer • April 23, 2025

Ethan Li, Deputy Copy Chief • April 23, 2025

Eloise Maguire, Contributing Writer • April 23, 2025