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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

Clinton’s 'Basket of Deplorables' Comment Is Both Accurate and Tactical

Clinton’s ‘Basket of Deplorables’ Comment Is Both Accurate and Tactical

Matthew Perry, Staff Writer September 13, 2016
Clinton’s statement was far too calculated to be labeled a gaffe.
French Secularism Loses Original Focus

French Secularism Loses Original Focus

Aparna Alankar, Contributing Writer September 12, 2016
Laïcité clashes with the realities of modern day France and its growing Muslim community, and is increasingly being used to infringe upon the rights of Muslim citizens.
NYU Gallatin senior, Madeline Dolgin, has been awarded the Social Justice Award for her "I Am Your Protector" campaign.

Q&A: Gallatin Student Seeks to Protect Peers Through Campaign

Greta Chevance, Deputy News Editor April 29, 2016
Gallatin senior Madeline Dolgin was awarded the first ever Social Justice Award by the Global Spiritual Life Office.
The Sports Kid Column: Shouldn’t I Hate My Team’s Rivals?

The Sports Kid Column: Shouldn’t I Hate My Team’s Rivals?

Bobby Wagner, Managing Editor April 29, 2016
In a world of polarizing fandom, is it ok to have a soft spot for opposing players and teams?
NYU Democrats hosted a debate for members of student advocacy groups on Monday, April 18, in which a variety of topics were discussed, including immigration, representation of women and racial minorities, foreign policy and the economy.

NYU For Hillary Admits Being Unprepared in Debate Against NYU For Bernie

Brooke Jensen, Staff Writer April 19, 2016
In the day before the New York State Presidential Primary, student organizations NYU for Bernie and NYU for Hillary faced off in a spirited debate.
This past spring break, NYU students visited Berlin as part of a service trip to help Syrian refugees.

Students Travel to Berlin to Volunteer With Refugees

Ankita Bhanot, Dining Editor April 18, 2016
Three NYU students traveling to Berlin as part of a spring break service trip share their experiences volunteering with Syrian refugees.
The Sports Kid Column: Make NYU Sports Great Again

The Sports Kid Column: Make NYU Sports Great Again

Fabric Burlington, Sporty Guy April 1, 2016
There's a revolution happening, and NYU Sports are going to win, and they're going to win big, and we're going to make NYU Sports great again.
Twitter's Censorship Policy Too Inconsistent

Twitter’s Censorship Policy Too Inconsistent

Rachel Salisbury, Contributing Writer March 28, 2016
Twitter's choice to censor the hashtag #StopIslam from its trending topics could be a foreboding glimpse at how Twitter’s attempt to curtail what the company deems hateful conduct could change how Twitter is used as a platform for political dialogue.
Finding Unity on Campus Amidst Global Violence

Finding Unity on Campus Amidst Global Violence

Yeho Hwang, Contributing Writer March 25, 2016
NYU student organizations are hosting a community-wide vigil in response to the attacks in Belgium and Turkey.
NYU Reacts: Student Minimum Wage Raised to $15

NYU Reacts: Student Minimum Wage Raised to $15

Lexi Faunce, News Editor March 25, 2016
President Hamilton announced the new $15 per hour minimum wage for student workers with NYU jobs.
Trump Is the Worst Candidate for Women

Trump Is the Worst Candidate for Women

Annie Cohen, Staff Writer March 23, 2016
America doesn’t need a president who resorts to name-calling and infantile insults the moment anyone disagrees with him.
Jenny Jiao Hsia

Jenny Jiao Hsia

Dejarelle Gaines, Copy Chief March 10, 2016

When was the last time you read the painfully self-conscious pages of a teenage girl’s diary while playing a video game? Personal touches like that are the exact thing that sets...