Letters from the Editor Archives - Washington Square News

Letter from the Editor: My goodbye to WSN

My time at the Washington Square News has come to an end as I wrap up my tenure as editor-in-chief — and, as sappy as it sounds, I couldn’t be more grateful for the lessons I’ve learned and the people I’ve met along the way.

Yezen Saadah, Editor-in-Chief • May 7, 2025

Dear readers, Three years ago, I stepped into the basement of Third Avenue North and, unbeknownst to me, began a long journey at the Washington Square News. Coming to NYU,...

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

Dear Washington Square News readers, We are living in the midst of an unprecedented federal crackdown on higher education. In just two months, President Donald Trump has ferociously...

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

Dear readers, This spring marks my last semester as WSN’s editor-in-chief and possibly my final semester working at the paper. Though I am only a junior, I can’t help but...

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

Dear readers, The start of the academic year is seldom a time free of stress: the move-ins, the orientations, the catching up, the winding down. Whether you are a new or returning...

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

It’s my last first day of school. Today signifies the first page of the final chapter of my undergraduate years at NYU — a moment wrapped in nostalgia, accomplishment and the...

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

It is with great pleasure and immense pride that I write to you today to commemorate a significant milestone in our publication’s history. 2023 marks the 50th anniversary of...

Letter from the editor: On change

Welcome to Washington Square News, NYU’s independent undergraduate newspaper.

Manasa Gudavalli, Editor-in-Chief • August 4, 2023

Dear Readers, When thinking about my own first year at NYU, I vividly remember the mix of emotions that filled my heart — the excitement of meeting new friends and the thrill...

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

Dear readers, This is a strange time to be attending college. Last spring was mostly online, last fall was mostly in person, and now we’re in this in-between zone where...

Letter from the editor: on regeneration

Welcome to Washington Square News, NYU’s independent undergraduate newspaper.

Ashley Wu, Editor-in-Chief • August 25, 2021

Dear Readers, A few weeks ago, I lost my notebook. It was a wire bound notebook from Muji that I wrote in almost every day. Powered by thoughts, drawings and bad jokes, the...

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

Dear readers, After we resigned last fall, it is no surprise that people are wondering why the newspaper has returned. As one of the three deputy managing editors who signed...

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

We, the undersigned WSN Fall 2020 Editorial Staff, have collectively decided to resign from Washington Square News, effective immediately. This was extensively deliberated in collaboration...

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

Dear readers, At times, it feels like words aren’t enough to describe what’s happening. On one hand, it’s almost as if life has been put on pause in the midst of the crisis,...