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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

YouTube not just a site for entertainment, but education

YouTube not just a site for entertainment, but education

April 7, 2013
In an age where digital tools for production are widely available and video sharing online is easy and free, the entertainment-friendly YouTube is underused as a medium for education.
Guantánamo Bay should be closed

Guantánamo Bay should be closed

April 7, 2013
Recent hunger strikes at Guantanamo Bay are signs of a need to shut down the camp completely, not patch with more laws.

Exxon Mobile unfairly profits off of spill tax loophole

April 6, 2013
Crude oil is still oil, and should be taxed accordingly.
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Children in U.S. frequently misdiagnosed, overmedicated

April 4, 2013
Rather than inducing valuable early treatment, ADHD diagnosis is often detrimental to students.

Men must take on active role in fight for gender equality

April 4, 2013
The privileged must stand up for the under-privileged.

Kimani tragedy renews case against racial profiling

April 4, 2013
The death of Flatbush teenager Kimani Gray revives the discussion on the NYPD's questionable policing patterns often disproportionately target minorities.
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Letter to the Editor: Government must work to protect youth from tobacco

April 3, 2013
With cigarette companies targeting younger and younger customers, stricter advertising restrictions must be imposed.
NYU is symbol of corporate attack on education

NYU is symbol of corporate attack on education

April 3, 2013
The business concept of efficiency, when applied to educational institutions, harms students while benefiting the administrators.
Sexton's attempt to connect with students falls short

Sexton’s attempt to connect with students falls short

April 2, 2013
The WSN Editorial Board feels NYU President Sexton needs to consider students' opinions more.
Importance of 'minor details' in science overlooked

Importance of ‘minor details’ in science overlooked

April 2, 2013
The Higgs particle may not change your personal life, but science does not work that way.
Colleges should pay their athletes

Colleges should pay their athletes

April 2, 2013
The NCAA and its affiliate schools are set to make millions on their sports programs while athletes receive no profit.
Same-sex marriage raises civil liberties questions

Same-sex marriage raises civil liberties questions

April 2, 2013
The debate for the inclusion of a gay marriage clause into the U.S. Constitution continues.