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The former president of Tisch Asia is suing NYU, claiming that the university did not follow proper procedure in her firing.

Former Tisch Asia President Sues NYU for the Second Time

Diamond Naga Siu, News Editor October 27, 2016
Former Tisch Asia President Pari Shirazi is suing NYU.
Camille Larkins attempted to dress like Carrie Bradshaw for a week. For the first day, she chose a business-casual dress inspired by an outfit in season 5 of 'Sex and the City.'

I Tried…Dressing Like Carrie Bradshaw For a Week

Camille Larkins, Staff Writer October 26, 2016
Who could be a better fashion icon than the stylish Carrie Bradshaw? Take a look at what happens when one of our writers dresses like her for a week.
Women play video games just as much as men but are vastly outnumbered on the design side of the industry. A new NYU scholarship hopes to change that.

New Scholarship Increases Gender Equality in Game Design

Herman Lee, Staff Writer October 25, 2016
NYU has created the Barlovento Scholarship for Women in Games to encourage more women to study video game design.
The Student Activist Issue

The Student Activist Issue

WSN Management Team October 24, 2016
This week, WSN takes a look at a handful of clubs on campus getting out into the community advocating for causes they're passionate about.
As I stepped on to the platform, I looked up and saw masses of people. I was simultaneously alone and amongst great company.

A Venture Into the Art of Solitude

Sasha Keenan, Contributing Writer October 21, 2016
Sasha Keenan sought to find solitude in a city always bustling with people.
Cornell Brooks, President of NAACP, spoke about civil rights and education as a part of NYU Steinhardt's Education Solutions Initiative.

NAACP President Discusses Student Roles in Civil Rights and Education

Natasha Roy, Deputy News Editor October 20, 2016
The NAACP President Cornell Brooks came to NYU to discuss the current state civil rights and education.
The new StudentLink Center, located at 383 Lafayette St., is only a seven-minute walk from Washington Square Park.

How StudentLink Plans to Improve Student Life

Jemima McEvoy, Staff Writer October 19, 2016
NYU added StudentLink, a new student resource center, to its Manhattan campus.
A government-issued identification card, IDNYC grants New York City residents access to public libraries, schools, and city services.

IDNYC Offers Students Affordable Perks Across the City

Téa Kvetenadze, Contributing Writer October 18, 2016
IDNYC helps NYU with its affordability efforts.
The Galleries Issue

The Galleries Issue

Grace Halio, Deputy Managing Editor October 17, 2016

NYC’s art scene is hard to miss. With galleries dotting practically every corner in Chelsea to the growing scene south of Houston, there are endless opportunities. Not too keen...

Milo Yiannopoulos has sparked controversy as one of the online leaders of the alt-right movement. Yiannopoulos, who had his scheduled talk at NYU canceled, is currently touring college campuses across the country.

Milo Yiannopoulos Talk Canceled Due to Security Concerns

Diamond Naga Siu, News Editor October 16, 2016
NYU canceled a College Republicans talk on Nov. 17, where they planned to host British journalist Milo Yiannopoulos as part of his "Dangerous Faggot Tour."
Mayor Bill de Blasio’s "Nosh the Vote" campaign brought voter registration to NY Dosa’s in WSP on October 11th.

Students Talk Voting Importance in Light of NY Deadline

Téa Kvetenadze, Contributing Writer October 14, 2016
NYU students still think it's important to vote in New York, even if it's a blue state.
NYU’s Catholic Centre, just one of the religious hubs housed in GCASL, contains a comfortable common room and chapel, each adorned with statues and portraits.

Faith Leaders Praise NYU’s Religious Diversity Efforts

Faith Gates, Contributing Writer October 13, 2016
Faith leaders on campus praise NYU for its religious diversity.