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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

Under the Arch

Welcome to Under the Arch, WSN’s magazine. Under the Arch publishes editions with a unique theme each month. For more information or to contribute, please contact [email protected].

As NYU’s Greek life undergoes changes to promote a more welcoming community for students, one question remains: Can Greek life escape its infamous stereotypes? (Illustration by Max Van Hosen)

Can Greek Life at NYU Evolve With the Times?

When staying up to date with current events becomes a personal crisis, it’s clear it is time to make a change.
Mellak Abduelal, Contributing Writer April 30, 2023

A stylized illustration of a building with collaged newspaper clippings from old WSN printed issues. (illustration by Aaliya Luthra)

Celebrating 50 years of the Washington Square News

When staying up to date with current events becomes a personal crisis, it’s clear it is time to make a change.
Naisha Roy, Deputy Opinion Editor April 30, 2023

Through the Years: NYU Student Style

Through the Years: NYU Student Style

Take a look into NYU fashion from decades past with photos from WSN’s archive.

Reduce, Reuse, Rethink: Sustainability at NYU

With 2040 Now, NYU is spotlighting its many initiatives targeted at improving the university's sustainability. Here’s what students think.
Natalia Kempthorne-Curiel April 29, 2023

A hand holds a smartphone with the TikTok app open. The video shown is of someone doing a handstand against the wall.

Wellness Cult-ure

When staying up to date with current events becomes a personal crisis, it’s clear it is time to make a change.
Sofi Cisneros (she/her) March 26, 2023

Growing and Healing Through Art and Reflection

Growing and Healing Through Art and Reflection

NYU Steinhardt’s graduate Art Therapy students showcase artworks in the “Art Affect” exhibition.
Yuna Baek March 26, 2023

A person puts their elbows down as they cover their face in frustration. The monitor in front of them displays “breaking news” in white text against a red background.

How To Pull Yourself Out of a Doomscrolling Pit

When staying up to date with current events becomes a personal crisis, it’s clear it is time to make a change.
Cameron Roberts (she/her), Contributing Writer March 26, 2023

Listening to a loved one’s struggles can help to develop empathy.

What My Sister’s OCD Taught Me About Empathy

Still in the process of learning from my sister's experience with OCD, I am committed to fostering conversations about mental health and how to best accommodate others.
Carina Christo (she/her) March 26, 2023

An illustration of two hands touching, holding two small figures by strings made of leafy vines. One of the figures is a woman wearing a long blue dress, a head covering and a veil, and the other is a man wearing a long yellow garment and a yellow hat with brown shoes. They are linking arms.

First Comes Marriage, Then Comes Love

Arranged marriages are often presumed to be cold by nature, but my family taught me how loving they truly are.
Safia Ahmad, Contributing Writer February 26, 2023

An illustration of a woman with reddish brown hair wearing a green sweater, looking at herself in a mirror. There are stars and hearts drawn on the mirror, a piece of tape over the right top corner that reads "Slay Queen," and post-it notes that read "You are enough," "Be Kind to Yourself," "Believe in Yourself," "Love Yourself" and "I am Fearless!"

The F-Word

Summer Campbell, Contributing Writer February 26, 2023