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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

Media response to Jenner harmful

Annie Cohen, Deputy Opinion Editor February 3, 2015
The media's gross speculation into Bruce Jenner's gender identity shows how society disrespects transgender people.

Tipping fails workers

WSN Editorial Board February 3, 2015
The New York State wage board's recommendation to raise the tipped workers minimum wage is a band-aid for the misguided institution of tipping.

Dartmouth hard alcohol ban concerning

WSN Editorial Board February 2, 2015
Dartmouth's ban on hard alcohol is an ineffective fix to the sexual assault problem.
Free speech under attack before Hebdo

Free speech under attack before Hebdo

Tommy Collison, Deputy Opinion Editor February 2, 2015
World leaders must recognize that freedom of speech is for all.
Constitution should not serve partisan agenda

Constitution should not serve partisan agenda

Richard Shu, Deputy Copy Chief February 2, 2015
Conservative standpoints on the Supreme Court are limiting its effectiveness.

Heavy-handed blizzard response justified

WSN Editorial Board January 29, 2015
Reaction to blizzard justified despite underwhelming outcome.
NYU must report serious offenses

NYU must report serious offenses

Matthew Tessler, Deputy Opinion Editor January 29, 2015
In the wake of a new scandal, NYU needs a policy for reporting serious offenses.
TV portrays idealized New York City

TV portrays idealized New York City

Annie Cohen, Deputy Opinion Editor January 29, 2015
Television shows like Girls portray an unrealistic standard for post-grad life in New York City.
Tess Woosley is the Opinions Editor at WSN.

Core Curriculum tech update needed

Tess Woosley, Opinion Editor January 26, 2015
NYU's Core Curriculum must be updated to include computer science requirement in order to remain relevant.

Student papers foster discussion

WSN Editorial Board January 26, 2015
Student newspapers provide a discussion forum for the campus.
Transgender suicide rate demands action

Transgender suicide rate demands action

Tommy Collison, Deputy Opinion Editor January 26, 2015
A recent high-profile transgender suicide highlights need for protective legislation.

Letter to the Editor: Sexual Misconduct Policy

Marc Wais, Sr. VP for Student Affairs December 8, 2014
Senior Vice President for Student Affairs Marc Wais responds to WSN's Editorial on Dec. 4.