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

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

Washington Square News

Opinion

Temporary Housing Dulls Shine of NYU Experience

Temporary Housing Dulls Shine of NYU Experience

Though temporary housing may be a necessary accommodation, it inevitably impacts the experience of first-years negatively.
Sima Doctoroff and Sarah John, Contributing Writers September 18, 2018
Though temporary housing may be a necessary accommodation, it inevitably impacts the experience of first-years negatively.
It’s About Time Rubin Cooled Down

It’s About Time Rubin Cooled Down

WSN Editorial Board September 17, 2018
In light of the announcement that Rubin Hall will finally be equipped with air-conditioning three years from now, the Editorial Board explores why the lack of air-conditioning in university housing can prove to go beyond a simple inconvenience.
Hurricane Florence Got the Support Maria Deserved

Hurricane Florence Got the Support Maria Deserved

Paola Nagovitch, Abroad Editor September 17, 2018
A reflection on why the coverage of Hurricane Florence should serve as a reminder of those that were left behind in the neglect of Hurricane Maria.
In Defense of a Sheltered Upbringing

In Defense of a Sheltered Upbringing

Nosheen Hossain, Contributing Writer September 16, 2018
A unique take on why having a sheltered upbringing is not only advantageous, but also an opportunity for many of those who have the privilege.
Giving Up My Voting Rights in My Home State

Giving Up My Voting Rights in My Home State

Yasmin Patel, Contributing Writer September 16, 2018
Read one writer's argument for why fear of giving up voter registration in their home-state should not dissuade college students from voter registration and from heading to the polls this November.
NYU’s Preferred Name System Helps Trans Students at School, but Could Hurt Them at Home

NYU’s Preferred Name System Helps Trans Students at School, but Could Hurt Them at Home

September 14, 2018
A trans student reflects on the ways in which the preferred name section of NYU's undergrad application could be improved upon.
Mobilization Is Just As Important As Voting

Mobilization Is Just As Important As Voting

Aliyah Austin, Columnist September 14, 2018
Although voting is important and essential, activist groups should focus on what initiates real change, which is mass mobilization.
An International Student’s Perspective on NYU Greek Life

An International Student’s Perspective on NYU Greek Life

Surprisingly, Greek Life has nothing to do with Greece.
Sarah Gotfredsen, Contributing Writer September 13, 2018
Surprisingly, Greek Life has nothing to do with Greece.
Facing Microaggressions as an Asian

Facing Microaggressions as an Asian

Microaggressions plague racial minorities, and the arts are no exception. But how can we address them?
Ash Ryoo, Columnist September 13, 2018
Microaggressions plague racial minorities, even in the arts. But how can we address them?
Purchasing Prestige For the UAE

Purchasing Prestige For the UAE

Jasem Alzaabi, Columnist September 12, 2018
A citizen of the UAE explores divestment in Abu Dhabi in order to invest in Western businesses.
Writing Never Gets Easier — That’s the Point

Writing Never Gets Easier — That’s the Point

Melanie Pineda, Deputy Opinion Editor September 12, 2018
This article explores the value, difficulty, and rigor of what it means to write for a college class - and why writing in college matters.
The Hopeful Legacy of Elmer Bobst

The Hopeful Legacy of Elmer Bobst

Elmer Holmes Bobst: "Jews have troubled the world from the very beginning."
Mitch Bedows, Contributing Writer September 11, 2018
Bobst Library doesn't need to be renamed because the irony of Elmer Holmes Bobst's anti-Semitic beliefs represents progress.