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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.

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University Life

I Should Have the Right to a Paid Internship

I Should Have the Right to a Paid Internship

Natasha Jokic, Contributing Writer September 23, 2018
An international graduate student's take on why international students should have the right to work paid internships during their time at school.
Text Therapy Isn’t a Long-Term Solution

Text Therapy Isn’t a Long-Term Solution

WSN Editorial Board September 23, 2018
Despite valiant intentions, text-based therapy at NYU falls short.
The Labor of Student Loans

The Labor of Student Loans

Dyshere Logan, Columnist September 20, 2018
The story of a drama student and her overwhelming debt gives insight into the lack of economic diversity at NYU and the insidious effects of money on the pursuit of higher education.
Staff Rants: Faltering Quality of Music, Avenue A and Cantor Film Center

Staff Rants: Faltering Quality of Music, Avenue A and Cantor Film Center

WSN Staff September 20, 2018
For our first Staff Rants of the semester, WSN weighs in on the rapid pace of music production, Serial’s new season, Avenue A, NYU’s poor organizational skills and the rain.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 7, 2018
Calling your parents may be a small gesture, but can express your gratitude to them in more ways than you would think.