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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

NY Post's front page photo serves no journalistic purpose

NY Post’s front page photo serves no journalistic purpose

December 4, 2012
A photograph of a man about to die from an oncoming subway train was published in the New York Post, leading many to criticize the publication’s intentions.
Gloria Lee/WSN

Countries must prevent climate complications for global security

December 4, 2012
As global climate change continues to threaten the planet, the U.N. seeks to reduce global greenhouse emissions worldwide.
Courtesy of Shamir Tanna

Sandy relief inspires hope, but Haiti still hurting

December 4, 2012
While volunteer relief efforts have made a strong impact in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, Haiti still faces widespread homelessness and threats of famine and cholera outbreaks.
Courtesy of Emma Dolhai

NHL lockout hurts fans, not just players

December 4, 2012
NHL Lockout is irresponsible and unnecessary.
Cooper Union occupiers rightfully protest tuition, deserve say in process

Cooper Union occupiers rightfully protest tuition, deserve say in process

December 4, 2012
Students have the right idea at Cooper Union even though better communication is needed.
Courtesy of Nina Golshan

College responsibilities include taking care of health

December 4, 2012
It's important for students to learn how to take care of themselves in college.

Doctors’ high salaries well-deserved

December 3, 2012
With large amounts of schooling, training and responsibility, doctors earn every last penny.
Polarized media creates political intolerance

Polarized media creates political intolerance

December 3, 2012
What happens when people only get news from sources that align with their political beliefs? Intolerance and inefficiency in government.
Taxpayer Protection Pledge is unproductive in addressing fiscal cliff

Taxpayer Protection Pledge is unproductive in addressing fiscal cliff

December 3, 2012
Grover Norquist starts Taxpayer Protection Pledge that is hardly an efficient way of handling the impending fiscal cliff.

Startups present possible career opportunities for students

December 3, 2012
Graduating college and moving into the “real world” can be an intimidating, scary time in a young person’s life. Investing experience in start-ups might be the solution to ease some of this fear.
Gloria Lee/WSN

Childhood classics reveal an unquestioning culture

November 29, 2012
The Wizard of Oz and The Wonderful World of Disney may not be as wonderful as we think.

Straus treatment of workers should not go unnoticed

November 29, 2012
Daniel Straus' controversial treatment of workers make him a contentious figure as a donor to the school.