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

Washington Square News

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

Washington Square News

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

Washington Square News

Opinion

Textbooks must be affordable, accessible

WSN Editorial Board September 16, 2014
Textbooks are an added college expense. Faculty can do something to help alleviate the burden.
Domestic abuse relevant beyond celebrity scandals

Domestic abuse relevant beyond celebrity scandals

Lena Rawley, Staff Columnist September 12, 2014
Domestic violence requires consistent discussion, not just when celebrity scandals erupt.

Ferguson shooting signals need for police demilitarization

Miguel Coronado, Contributing Columnist September 12, 2014
The Ferguson shooting should inspire Americans to critically examine race relations and police demilitarization.
Clarity needed before Scottish referendum

Clarity needed before Scottish referendum

Tess Woosley, Deputy Opinion Editor September 11, 2014
Westminster should announce its position on the pound for Scotland before the independence referendum.
U.S. organ donation policy requires reform

U.S. organ donation policy requires reform

Zarif Adnan, Contributing Columnist September 11, 2014
The US must change its organ donor policy from opt-in to opt-out.

Nation must know U.S. military actions

WSN Editorial Board September 11, 2014
President Obama's must continue to explain his military decisions to the public.

Stern program will benefit work ethics

WSN Editorial Board September 10, 2014
By educating business students about ethics, the Stern mindfulness initiative will reach the future of the corporate world.
Objectification of the gay best friend

Objectification of the gay best friend

Richard Shu, Contributing Columnist September 10, 2014
Starry-eyed young straight women hope that NYU will provide them with a gay best friend with whom they can discuss fashion and feelings and treat as a token instead of a human being.
Public schools must not sacrifice literature

Public schools must not sacrifice literature

Zahra Haque, Contributing Columnist September 10, 2014
Literature might not make you a better employee, but it sure can make you a better person.

Apple keynote may give new life to Cook’s vision

WSN Editorial Board September 9, 2014
Today's keynote will mark the culmination of Tim Cook's transition from "Steve Jobs's predecessor" to CEO of Apple.
ALS challenge inspires despite criticism

ALS challenge inspires despite criticism

Cassie Bondie, Contributing Columnist September 9, 2014
Criticism of water waste associated with ice bucket challenge should consider national waste first.
Gaza water shortage must be priority

Gaza water shortage must be priority

Carly A. Krakow, Contributing Columnist September 9, 2014
Israeli government owes its residents equal access to clean water.