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Washington Square News

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

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The Fashion Week Issue

The Fashion Week Issue

Sophie Shaw, Beauty & Style Editor September 18, 2017

Letter from the Editor Fashion photographer Bill Cunningham once said, “Fashion is the armor to survive everyday life.” During New York Fashion Week, reality embraces fantasy...


NYUCD is the College Democratic Chapter for NYU. They serve as a liberal voice pushing for change and a voice for the left.

College Democrats Form Task Forces

Sakshi Venkatraman, Contributing Writer September 18, 2017
The NYU College Democrats are abandoning their executive board system and are replacing it with several task forces.
Nicole Bell S/S 2018

Nicole Bell S/S 2018

Natalie Chinn, Contributing Writer September 14, 2017

Chic, confident and sexy – designer Nicole Bell knows what bold, 21st century women want their clothes to say. Her Spring/Summer 2018 collection, inspired by a recent visit...

A classic and easy way to take any outfit to the next level is to add fur.

Fall in Love with This Season’s Trends

Caroline Weinstein, Contributing Writer September 11, 2017
These five trends will keep you fashionable through fall.

Kyler James

Natasha Roy, Assistant Managing Editor September 11, 2017
Kyler the Wizard is one of the locals of Washington Square Park. He's the go-to-guy for all fortune telling and general wizardry.

Peter Chinman

Pamela Jew, Deputy Copy Chief September 11, 2017
Peter Chinman left his job to write poetry in parks full-time seven months ago.

BIRDMAN

Ryan Mikel, Entertainment Editor September 11, 2017
Paul the Pigeon Man has been part of Washington Square Park for 16 years.
Meet the Locals Issue

Meet the Locals Issue

Laura Shkouratoff and Rachel Buigas-Lopez, Creative Directors September 11, 2017
Take a closer look at the familiar faces in Washington Square Park, from the Birdman to the artist that covers the walkways with chalk.

Felix Morelo

Jemima McEvoy, Managing Editor September 11, 2017
Felix Morelo, 'The Face Guy', is one of the infamous street artists frequenting Washington Square Park and Union Square. You've probably seen his 'Good Luck Spot' or even his 'Bad Luck Spot' around campus.
Selly Djap SS18

Selly Djap S/S 2018

Sophie Shaw, Beauty & Style Editor September 10, 2017

Selly Djap's Spring/Summer 2018 collection, titled "Sex", expressed the demure and delicate side of an otherwise raunchy subject. The Gallatin sophomore's debut at New York...

The Runway at Saks 5th Avenue

The Runway at Saks 5th Avenue

Caroline Zemsky, Staff Writer September 9, 2017

Bright. Flashing. Glamorous. Saks 5th Avenue was throned with flashing lights and dazzling clothing. Sparkling dresses paired with knee high boots, dresses with abdominal cuts,...

In the middle of Washington Square Park, a wall of bricks was put together in artistic protest against the Trump Administration.

“MURO” Installation Divides Washington Square Park

Caroline Haskins and Miranda Levingston September 8, 2017
Bosco Sodi, an artist from Oaxaca, Mexico used 1,600 clay bricks in an art installation responding to President Trumps immigration policy.