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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 12, 2018
Surprisingly, Greek Life has nothing to do with Greece.
Writing Never Gets Easier — That’s the Point

Writing Never Gets Easier — That’s the Point

Melanie Pineda, Deputy Opinion Editor September 11, 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 10, 2018
Bobst Library doesn't need to be renamed because the irony of Elmer Holmes Bobst's anti-Semitic beliefs represents progress.
Frats Banning Alcohol Won’t Stop Its Abuse

Frats Banning Alcohol Won’t Stop Its Abuse

WSN Editorial Board September 10, 2018
The WSN Editorial Board reflects on the effects of drinking bans and fraternity culture at NYU.
Learning to Thank My Parents, One Phone Call at a Time

Learning to Thank My Parents, One Phone Call at a Time

Show you appreciate your parents, even when you're far apart
Janice Lee, Opinion Editor September 6, 2018
Calling your parents may be a small gesture, but can express your gratitude to them in more ways than you would think.
How Service Became My Community

How Service Became My Community

Maren Naegele, Contributing Writer September 4, 2018
A freshman contributing writer reflects on her experience during Welcome Week.
Returning to New York for the First Time

Returning to New York for the First Time

Hanna Khosravi, Deputy Opinion Editor September 3, 2018
A compare and contrast of returning to NYU sophomore year versus the (somewhat disorienting) experience of going through Welcome Week as a freshman.
Time’s Up on Victim Blaming in Ronell Case

Time’s Up on Victim Blaming in Ronell Case

Janice Lee, Opinion Editor August 26, 2018
In the midst of a high-profile investigation — and lawsuit — the WSN Opinion Editor discusses the impacts of NYU's response to accusations of sexual misconduct.
Take the Long Walk Home

Take the Long Walk Home

Hanna Khosravi, Deputy Opinion Editor August 26, 2018
An ode to the activity that underlines all our lives here at NYU: walking.
Finding School Spirit at a College With None

Finding School Spirit at a College With None

Andrea Pineda-Salgado, Contributing Writer August 26, 2018
Sometimes it can feel like NYU lacks school spirit. Here is how you find your way — and place — in a university unlike any other.
Bill Cosby as a Lesson on Accountability for NYU

Bill Cosby as a Lesson on Accountability for NYU

Melanie Pineda, Deputy Opinion Editor August 26, 2018
The length of time it took for NYU to revoke Bill Cosby's honorary degree is indicative of a larger trend of questionable treatment toward assaulters.
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“All Muslims Are Terrorists”

Rannen Khalil, Guest Editorial April 30, 2018
An NYU student recounts her experiences with Islamophobia at Leonard N. Stern School of Business.