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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

Opinion

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.
Macron: the butèl (boy) for France’s last chance

Macron: the butèl (boy) for France’s last chance

Vittorio Bisin, Staff Columnist September 8, 2014
While France is a well-functioning state, its economic policies require significant reform.

Credit cards offer lesson in financial literacy

WSN Editorial Board September 8, 2014
College students are overdue for lessons on financial literacy.
In defense of an alcohol-free Welcome Week

In defense of an alcohol-free Welcome Week

Scarlett Curtis, Contributing Columnist September 8, 2014
The 21-and-over drinking age benefits students who are entering college.
Take risks to be successful at NYU

Take risks to be successful at NYU

Adam Fazlibegu, Deputy Opinion Editor September 4, 2014
Freshmen should make sure to take risks in order to find their place at NYU.

NYU ’18 Facebook group endangers community

September 4, 2014
NYU class Facebook groups should recognize they have a public presence online and respect one another.
Female celebrities must support feminism

Female celebrities must support feminism

Lena Rawley, Staff Columnist September 4, 2014
Female celebrities should defend feminism like Beyonce at the VMAs.