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Protesters hold their hands in front of a building that is labeled “N.Y.U. STERN” as a Palestinian flag waves overhead.
Mills avoids topic of encampment arrests at University Senate
A woman in a green coat holds a microphone, interviewing a student at a protest.
Trump and Mayor Adams speak on NYU encampment
A protester holding a sign that reads “N.Y.U. THERE IS BLOOD ON YOUR HANDS” as other protesters walk in front of them.
Over 100 picket in front of Stern after NYU barricades Gould Plaza
A person taking down a poster that was on a staircase.
Students abroad organize sit-ins to support those arrested in Gaza Solidarity Encampment
A person wearing a red headscarf waves a flag reading “Palestine” in front of Bobst Library.
NYU says it is not considering divestment from Israel amid protests
A group of protesters holding colorful signs.
Social work students rally for paid field time and fewer hours
An email from N.Y.U.’s department of campus safety pasted on a purple background.
Campus Safety responds to wave of assaults near Washington Square Park
The emergency exit door at the entrance to a subway station. Behind the door there are security guards. The door has a sign that reads “Service Entry”.
Students wary of Hochul’s subway security plan
A mural of a woman’s face holding up a chain with the word “LOISAIDA” and a gold cityscape. The words “el bohio murals” and “#BRINGARTBACK” are next to the woman alongside the words “CURATED BY … THRIVECOLLECTIVE.ORG.”
Activists’ 25-year fight to revive an East Village community center
A woman wearing black stands between two speakers in front of a crowd of people holding signs and banners.
Hundreds of pro-Palestinian protesters march across Manhattan
Protesters hold their hands in front of a building that is labeled “N.Y.U. STERN” as a Palestinian flag waves overhead.
Mills avoids topic of encampment arrests at University Senate
A woman in a green coat holds a microphone, interviewing a student at a protest.
Trump and Mayor Adams speak on NYU encampment
A protester holding a sign that reads “N.Y.U. THERE IS BLOOD ON YOUR HANDS” as other protesters walk in front of them.
Over 100 picket in front of Stern after NYU barricades Gould Plaza
A person taking down a poster that was on a staircase.
Students abroad organize sit-ins to support those arrested in Gaza Solidarity Encampment
A person wearing a red headscarf waves a flag reading “Palestine” in front of Bobst Library.
NYU says it is not considering divestment from Israel amid protests
A protester holding a sign that reads “N.Y.U. THERE IS BLOOD ON YOUR HANDS” as other protesters walk in front of them.
Over 100 picket in front of Stern after NYU barricades Gould Plaza
A person wearing a red headscarf waves a flag reading “Palestine” in front of Bobst Library.
NYU says it is not considering divestment from Israel amid protests
Three faculty members with face masks hold hands in front of protesters that are praying.
Faculty condemn NYU response to encampment in letters to admins
Protesters hold up signs in a crowd.
‘Linda Mills, you’re a liar’: Protesters take to WSP after encampment arrests
(Lianna OGrady for WSN)
120 arrested at ‘Gaza Solidarity Encampment,’ most released
A large group of people sit on the large staircase inside the lobby of New York University’s Kimmel Center for University Life, with one person in the front row holding a sign with text “WOMAN LIFE FREEDOM” printed on it.
Students demand more from Hamilton on Iran demonstrations
The logo of New York Universitys Asian/Pacific/American Studies in white in the middle of leaves and flowers.
Asian/Pacific/American Studies major lacks adequate representation, students and faculty say
An exterior shot of the Bronfman Center. On the left is the entrance of the building with a New York University sign that reads “STILL REQUIRED FACE MASK.” On the right is a plaque that reads “New York University 7 The EDGAR M. BRONFMAN CENTER FOR JEWISH STUDENT LIFE”
NYU disputes failing grade on antisemitism report
Dr. Jonathan Haidt speaking in front of an audience with a presentation labeled “The Partisan Divide on Political Values Grows Even Wider” behind him.
Stern professor resigns from professional org. after refusing to write diversity statement
An illustration of a gray facade which reads “NYU School of Global Public Health”, with a purple banner that reads “NYU” on the right side, all against a pale background.
Women with disabilities more likely to report food insecurity, NYU study finds
The words “BEYOND NYU” next to a woman holding a book.
Beyond NYU: Writing to help women combat social media’s toxic impact
Chloe George in red hair stands against a white background.“BEYOND N.Y.U.” is written in white font in the top-left corner.
Beyond NYU: Singing solo after songwriting for stars
A woman with blue hair and a blue shirt plays a guitar and sings into a microphone. “BEYOND N.Y.U.” is in white font in the top-right corner.
Beyond NYU: From books to ballads
A man in a red velvet suit looks to the right next to a vintage music player. “BEYOND NYU” is in white font in the top left corner.
Beyond NYU: A shy guy’s transformation into Broadway success
A graphic featuring a woman in front of a red background with the hand-drawn words “BEYOND N.Y.U.” next to him.
Beyond NYU: A global jazz singer’s journey to becoming a Grammy winner
Doctor Carl Zimmer speaks from the wooden podium in Hemmerdinger Hall. An audience sits in front of him. Behind him is a projector screen displaying two images.
How science journalists reported on the ‘story of our lifetime’
A man wearing a dotted tie, a white shirt and a black suit jacket speaks in an online conference session. Behind him are a bookshelf and five clocks displaying times in different time zones.
Minnesota prof criticizes public health response at COVID-19 lecture
An illustration of a COVID-19 vaccination card in the background with a half-full syringe on the left of the foreground and a bottle reading “COVID-19 VACCINE BOOSTER” on the right.
Most NYU students haven’t received the bivalent booster, WSN survey finds
A building which has NYU and NYU Steinhardt flags hoisted from a walls.
After one month of checking visitor vax cards, NYU gives up
Seven students wear masks while sitting at their desks in an NYU classroom. A professor sitting on a table listens to a student.
Immunocompromised students concerned following mask mandate removal
A yellow building with green trees in the front and a yellow and red tulip garden in the front of the Philbrook Museum of Art
I visited NYU Tulsa, and it was better than I expected
A person’s hand holding a pastry in a white wrapper with a Chinatown street in the background.
We tried Chinatown’s most viral cheap eats — here are our honest opinions
A paper tray on grass with six bao buns and two forks on it.
Smorgasburg: The global glory of eating through America’s largest food festival
A collection of different brands of sunscreen displayed.
The best and worst sunscreens for every occasion
Front of a bar with a black facade and orange signage that says “PEBBLE BAR.”
Cocktail chronicles: A guide to Midtown bars and nightclubs for every day of the week
A collection of different brands of sunscreen displayed.
The best and worst sunscreens for every occasion
A photograph of jeans, a pink shirt and a black shirt with buttons, with illustrated hands, sewing needle, thread, measuring tape and paintbrush.
Repair and rewear: 5 ways to upcycle your summer wardrobe
A model in blue jeans and a detailed white bikini top with sunglasses on her head poses.
NYU Program Board fashion show spotlights student designers’ unique visions
An illustration with “BOOTS” written in the middle, and boots are below and above the words.
These boots were made for walking: A guide to the best boot styles
Five women stand in front of a crowd dressed in black, green, orange, red and white modest dresses.
NYU student uses fashion and femininity to raise money for victims in Sudan
A person’s hand holding a pastry in a white wrapper with a Chinatown street in the background.
We tried Chinatown’s most viral cheap eats — here are our honest opinions
A paper tray on grass with six bao buns and two forks on it.
Smorgasburg: The global glory of eating through America’s largest food festival
Front of a bar with a black facade and orange signage that says “PEBBLE BAR.”
Cocktail chronicles: A guide to Midtown bars and nightclubs for every day of the week
Three chefs prepare dishes in a kitchen.
Restaurant Yuu brings French flair to omakase in Brooklyn’s Little Tokyo
The exterior of Scarr’s Pizza, with a sign that says “Scarr’s Pizza,” and two people inside.
The best way to go on a pizza crawl across Manhattan
Two men walk past the exterior of a brick building.
How students at NYU find community during Passover
Three men dancing and clapping while a woman sings on a stage. Light up letters are at the front of the stage spelled “ARAB.”
NYU Arab Festival vibrantly celebrates Middle Eastern and North African cultures
A storefront with text that reads “Pop Up Grocer & CAFE.”
From baked goods to books: 4 must-visit, women-owned businesses
An illustration of a plate with yellow rice, chicken legs and red onion.
The only chicken biryani recipe you’ll ever need
Four framed photographs on a white wall.
‘The Ways of Langston Hughes’ dives into the relationship between two creative pioneers of the Harlem Renaissance
Collage of the five dating apps, with “tinder” and “match” on the left, “RAYA” in the middle, and “Hinge” and “Bumble” on the right.
Ranked: Dating apps
Line of colorful tin cans arranged next to each other. From left to right: “GHOST” on a yellow and blue can, “BANG ENERGY” on a white and blue can , “C4” on a black and orange can, “ALANI NU” on a blue and mint green can, “MONSTER” on a black and neon green can, “CELSIUS” on an orange and white can, “JAVA MONSTER” on a brown can, “PRIME” on a pink and white can, “YERBA MATE” on a yellow and red can and “RED BULL” on a blue and tin can.
Ranked: Energy drinks
Six water bottles lined up against a white background.
Ranked: Water bottles
Illustration depicting two rows of professors from the chest up.
Ranked: Five professors that’ll make or break your semester
A colorful illustration of six different handbags: a blue laptop bag, a brown designer bag, a pink Jansport backpack, a black designer tote bag, a cream fabric tote bag, and a brown vintage messenger bag.
Ranked: School bags
Two people walk down the runway. One wears a quilt patchwork dress and the other wears a striped colorblocked dress.
IMPACT’s annual show champions sustainability but lacks organization
Two models with pink eyeshadow look into the camera. One is wearing a ginger wig, the other a blonde wig.
Frederick Anderson creates a mélange of blues, grunge and rock and roll
A group of models in different red, white and black outfits pose in front of a white backdrop.
Bishme Cromartie blends streetwear and avant-garde design
A model walking down a runway with a red dress that has a blue protruding hand and cat.
Abstract constructions and sleek streetwear take on NYFW
A group of models walks down a runway in a line. At the front of the runway, a model opens a black and white checkered cape to reveal a blue ruched mini dress with red stars.
Cultural commentary meets couture at first day of Global Fashion Collective
An illustration of a blue book cover with a woman wearing a large dress with a sunset and people on it. It says “NATIONAL BOOK AWARD FINALIST NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER PACHINKO Min Jin Lee”.
6 page-turners to get you out of a reading slump
An abstract line drawing of a person wearing headphones playing a guitar, in front of a pink background with blue stars.
Review: The play ‘Stereophonic’ tells the bittersweet story of a ’70s band
Illustration of a blonde woman on a black and white album cover clutching her head with both hands.
Review: Taylor Swift is back, better and sooner than ever
A film still of two men in military outfits holding guns and walking people with black bags over their heads. Behind them, a girl sits against a wall with chalk markings of pink, blue and green, wearing a black vest with the word, “PRESS” written on it.
Review: ‘Civil War’ asks viewers what kind of American they are
An illustration of an albums black-and-white cover depicts a woman crossing her arms and lying down on a bed, with the words THE TORTURED POETS DEPARTMENT above her.
Review: ‘The Tortured Poets Department’ is a humanizing and chaotic chronicle of heartbreak
An illustration of a blue book cover with a woman wearing a large dress with a sunset and people on it. It says “NATIONAL BOOK AWARD FINALIST NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER PACHINKO Min Jin Lee”.
6 page-turners to get you out of a reading slump
A woman with black hair, wearing a black shirt and black leather jacket, stands in front of a gray tiled wall.
Q&A: Miki Berenyi on ‘Fingers Crossed’ and the new chapter of her life
On a bright magenta background is a neon red-headed girl in a red and black dress, black sheer tights, and black ankle boots, sitting on the ground reaching for a white teacup filled with a dark, coffee-colored liquid.
Review: ‘Fingers Crossed’ is a stripped portrait of a shoegaze icon
Collage of four illustrated books: on the top left is an illustration of a book cover filled with oranges under a plastic film. The title “BLISS MONTAGE Stories” lies on top of the film. On the top right is an illustration of a black book cover titled “POVERTY, BY AMERICA” on a light green background. On the bottom left is an illustration of a book cover with a black, bold line across it. A bee is in the top right corner, along with the title “The Bee Sting” written between the lines. On the bottom right is an illustration of a dark green book cover with a pink box in the center, titled “THE VIRGIN SUICIDES.” There are five dark green flowers in the box and one of them has a missing petal. A pink petal is in the bottom left corner.
Books beyond Bobst: A modern classic, a short story collection and more
Collage of four illustrated books: on the top left is an illustration of a blue book with a deer jumping over shrubs drawn in black. The cover says “YOU ARE HERE” in white, “POETRY IN THE NATURAL WORLD” in orange and “EDITED AND INTRODUCED BY ADA LIMON” in black and white. On the top right there’s an illustration of a green book with several white chairs on it and the words “EMMA” and “JANE AUSTEN” written in white. On the bottom left there is an illustration of a book cover with a woman sitting in a garden of flowers overlooking the water. The cover says “THE ENCHANTED APRIL” in white and “VINTAGE VON ARNIM” in brown and white. On the bottom right there’s an illustration of a white book cover with a blue contorted body on it in a black box. On the cover, “MATISSE”, “VOLKMAR ESSERS” and “TASCHEN” are written in white.
Start your spring right with these 4 books
A film still of two men in military outfits holding guns and walking people with black bags over their heads. Behind them, a girl sits against a wall with chalk markings of pink, blue and green, wearing a black vest with the word, “PRESS” written on it.
Review: ‘Civil War’ asks viewers what kind of American they are
In the background is the Letterboxd website window, which shows three films in the “Popular Films This Week” category: “Dune: Part Two” “La La Land,” and “Spirited Away.” To the lower right, there is a phone screen showing the overview for the film “The First Omen.”
Inside the Boxd: ‘Monkey Man,’ ‘Dune: Part Two,’ ‘Silver Linings Playbook’ and more
A girl wearing a white tank top and blue jeans sits on a store countertop, holding a wooden sign that reads, “Brandy Melville.”
Review: ‘Brandy Hellville & the Cult of Fast Fashion’ has been a long time coming
Two women wearing neutral colors are shocked as the woman in front of them flips her hair.
Review: ‘Wicked Little Letters’ spells out what it means to be kind
A giant gorilla wielding a spear.
Review: In ‘Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire,’ Godzilla is nowhere to be found
Illustration of a blonde woman on a black and white album cover clutching her head with both hands.
Review: Taylor Swift is back, better and sooner than ever
An illustration of an albums black-and-white cover depicts a woman crossing her arms and lying down on a bed, with the words THE TORTURED POETS DEPARTMENT above her.
Review: ‘The Tortured Poets Department’ is a humanizing and chaotic chronicle of heartbreak
A girl pictured wearing a green sweater, dark jeans and red socks sits on the ground holding her hands together.
Review: girl in red’s ‘I’M DOING IT AGAIN BABY!’ freshly approaches artistic development
A singer performing on a stage in front of red smoke and a crowd full of waving flashlights.
Review: J. Cole’s ‘Might Delete Later’ should be deleted
Illustration of a vinyl record in its sleeve, the album cover is a woman with tattoos in underwear sitting submerged in a body of water.
Review: Lizzy McAlpine’s ‘Older’ is an ode to coming-of-age stories
Seven people wearing medieval outfits dancing on a stage.
Review: ‘Monty Python’s Spamalot’ does celebrity casting right
A bearded Indian man wearing a blue suit kneels between the white words “Vir Das Mind Fool.” There are gold designs depicting clowns, microphones and mountains bordering the frame.
Award-winning comedian Vir Das brings India to Carnegie Hall in his ‘Mind Fool’ Tour
People standing in front of a stage with theater decor. There are brown cardboard that have trees and tree branches on them surrounding the stage.
Review: Rattlestick Theater holds first annual ‘Ratcracker’ fundraiser
Fake snow falls around a group of ballet dancers dressed in light blue costumes who stand on a stage that is designed to look like a forest covered in snow.
‘The Nutcracker’ is worth your time this December
A man wearing a top hat being lit up by a spotlight. Around him are various people all looking up toward him.
Review: 2023’s ‘Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber Of Fleet Street’ revival brings more than blood and guts
A screen displayed on the wall of wooden sticks in water with a mountain in the background, an art piece displayed dangling from the ceiling and a red art piece displayed on a platform.
Review: ‘Threads to the South’ explores Latin American identity through textile art
Six black and white portraits on a wall.
Review: ‘Chelsea Hotel Portraits’ expertly reveals humanity in the Chelsea Hotel
A framed illustration from the exhibition of two peacocks in a field.
Review: ‘The Art of the Literary Poster’ exposes the history behind the evolution of creative marketing
Three people around a museum exhibit with blue walls displaying a photo of a person sitting at a graffitied piano and a photo of a woman, a man and a dog with a bike. Two neon bikes and a piano are on a raised platform in front of the photos.
Review: ‘Giants: Art from the Dean Collection of Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys’ is a celebration of diversity
A girl wearing a black shirt holds a camera at her side while posing in a sandy outdoor area.
Elinor Kry discusses visual artistry in a visual world
A group of protesters stand in front of Bobst Library holding purple signs with the words “SWAN HAS THE POWER. WHAT KIND OF POWER? UNION POWER!”
Guest Essay: Why NYU RAs are unionizing
An across-the-street view of The Student Health Center.
Opinion: NYU needs better mental health services
A woman holding a sign that reads “CEASEFIRE NOW LET GAZA LIVE!”
Guest Essay: NYU chose bureaucracy over addressing pro-Palestinian student concerns
(Samson Tu for WSN)
Editorial: NYU must reckon with its actions at Gould Plaza
People are standing in front of the Washington Square Arch beneath a large Palestinian flag.
Opinion: The case for closing NYU’s Tel Aviv site
(Samson Tu for WSN)
Editorial: NYU must reckon with its actions at Gould Plaza
A graphic with three strips of excerpts from a lawsuit document against a background of players competing on a volleyball court. The court has the logo of N.Y.U. Athletics in the middle.
Editorial: NYU, why didn’t you call Robinson’s foul?
Inside a New York City polling site. A red Vote N.Y.C. sign in the foreground, and a polling booth in the background.
Editorial: New York needs you to vote tomorrow
Protesters walk down University Place holding large signs that read “N.Y.U. OWES ADJUNCTS” and “UNION POWER.”
Editorial: NYU’s adjunct union tentative contract shouldn’t have taken this long
A man reading the October 4, 2022, edition of The New York Times. The newspaper headline reads “N.Y.U. Students Were Failing Class. The Professor Lost His Job.”
Editorial: The New York Times article on Maitland Jones was incomplete.
The 6 subway train arrives at the Union Square station. People stand on the platform and walk on the overpass.
Opinion: Dramatically increasing law enforcement in NYC subways is not the answer to safety concerns
A street of New York City covered in rain and fog. Two people are walking on the sidewalk holding umbrellas.
Opinion: NYU needs to update its severe weather policy
A sign inside Grand Central Terminal that says “Hudson Lines Departures”, with departure times, track numbers, and destinations listed on it.
Opinion: Upstate New York is underrated
Exterior of an N.Y.U. building.
Opinion: NYU should be more transparent about its investments
A manipulated image showing a red broken-heart emoji superimposed against a warped image of the New York City skyline.
Opinion: NYC is the best place to get over heartbreak
An illustration of a white speech bubble that reads “This shit sucks” in black font. Next to it, another speech bubble that is blue and reads “Right?”. Both speech bubbles are against a gray grid background.
Opinion: A 3-step guide to complaining correctly
An illustration of a purple world map with four circles of club logos overlaying it. The top left circle has text “the French club” with the French flag drawn inside the letter “F” against a blue background. The top right circle has the tip of the Empire State Building lit with green, white and red lights and text “ITALIAN CLUB AT N.Y.U.” against a light blue background. The bottom left circle has text “C.M.S” in red and a red flower icon. The bottom right circle has text “Russian Club at N.Y.U” in red against a white background.
Opinion: NYU should promote more conversation clubs
An illustration of a tweet from user @A1exandraCohen with text “if i EVER get Twitter blue, just know it’s a cry for help.” against a blue background. The tweet has two likes.
Opinion: Students can save Twitter
An illustration of white wired earphones surrounded by musical notes, against a blue background.
Opinion: It’s high time we embrace pop music again
An illustration of a hand with red fingernails holds a smartphone that displays a BeReal interface. The woman takes a selfie while she pets her dog.
Opinion: Let’s be real about BeReal
An illustration of an older man with a mustache and glasses, wearing a light blue shirt and navy blazer. Behind him are antiques and face designs.
Opinion: Renaming the Steinhardt school is long overdue
A neon purple L.E.D. sign saying “N.Y.U. TISCH” in a hallway that has white walls with several framed pieces hung on it.
Opinion: Drama students should be able to choose their preferred studio
An illustration of a black graduation cap with a purple tassel on top of three books in a pile. The books are blue, red and green and the pile is falling over. The background is purple with dollar bills scattered all around.
Opinion: Covering course fees is a necessary step toward affordability
A screen of the “N.Y.U. Connect for Students” page placed on a purple background.
Opinion: NYU advising needs to do better
A laptop displaying the webpage of “N.Y.U. Albert” course registration system.
Opinion: NYU’s course registration is outdated
An image of a N.Y.U. flag, with the color purple edited into pink.
Off-Third: NYU changes branding to save misled patients
A laptop with the screen open to “NYU Albert” is covered with a red X on the left, and a piece of paper with the NYU logo titled “Course Registration” is covered with a green checkmark on the right. The background is blue.
Off Third: NYU takes course registration completely off the grid
A crowd of students in a large lobby.
Off-Third: NYU to use students as human fire extinguishers following policy change
A wrecking ball comically shatters the Washington Square Arch into pieces. An X shape of yellow-and-black striped tape is behind the image, in front of a paler yellow background.
Off-Third: NYU to demolish Washington Square Park for campus expansion
An illustration of a black car with N.Y.U. Safe Ride logos on the hood and side. On top of the illustration is a smartphone displaying an application called “N.Y.U. Safe Ride.”
Off-Third: NYU Safe Ride adds skateboard service
An illustration of a white postcard with a red stamp in the top right corner. On the postcard are the words “letter to the editor” in a cursive style. Behind the postcard is a closed gray envelope.
Letter to the Editor: Silver School dean on the case for a tuition-free social work education
An illustration of a white postcard with a red stamp in the top right corner. On the postcard are the words “letter to the editor” in a cursive style. Behind the postcard is a closed gray envelope.
Letter to the Editor: Wasserman Center director on the Handshake job search platform
An illustration of a white postcard with a red stamp in the top right corner. On the postcard are the words “letter to the editor” in a cursive style. Behind the postcard is a closed gray envelope.
Letter to the Editor: CWS director on suicide response and mental health resources
An illustration of a white postcard with a red stamp in the top right corner. On the postcard are the words “letter to the editor” in a cursive style. Behind the postcard is a closed gray envelope.
Letter to the Editor: NYU remains committed to NYU Tel Aviv
An illustration of a white postcard with a red stamp in the top right corner. On the postcard are the words “letter to the editor” in a cursive style. Behind the postcard is a closed gray envelope.
Letter to the Editor: An open letter to President Hamilton
A group of protesters stand in front of Bobst Library holding purple signs with the words “SWAN HAS THE POWER. WHAT KIND OF POWER? UNION POWER!”
Guest Essay: Why NYU RAs are unionizing
An across-the-street view of The Student Health Center.
Opinion: NYU needs better mental health services
People are standing in front of the Washington Square Arch beneath a large Palestinian flag.
Opinion: The case for closing NYU’s Tel Aviv site
An exterior view of the Stern School of Business. The Tisch Hall building is to the right and the Kaufman Management Center is to the left. In the foreground is the Gould Plaza public gathering area.
Opinion: Stern has a designated ‘lunch hour,’ other schools should too
A purple sketch illustration of a sad girl. In the background are the words “Meal Swipes: 0” written repeatedly.
Opinion: NYU must stop heavily relying on student generosity to provide food security
A mural of a woman’s face holding up a chain with the word “LOISAIDA” and a gold cityscape. The words “el bohio murals” and “#BRINGARTBACK” are next to the woman alongside the words “CURATED BY … THRIVECOLLECTIVE.ORG.”
Activists’ 25-year fight to revive an East Village community center
A front entrance with the text “Electric Lady Studios” written in a retro white font on two reflective walls.
‘An exploitative environment’: The interns behind Electric Lady Studios
The exterior of the Morton Williams Supermarket, with a prominent red lettering that reads Morton Williams at the top of the building and the phrase The Fresh Marketplace beneath it.
How a supermarket became the center of NYU’s relationship with the Village
A graphic with three strips of excerpts from a lawsuit document against a background of players competing on a volleyball court. The court has the logo of N.Y.U. Athletics in the middle.
How Stuart Robinson’s misconduct went overlooked for years
Eight people stand in a line on a grass field and are doing warmup exercises, with a few of them talking to each other.
‘Unrecognizable’: How the women’s cross country team went from 4 runners to 5th in the nation
A man in a purple uniform smashes a volleyball over a net. On the other side, two defenders in white uniforms jump up to block him.
Men’s volleyball makes Final Four for the first time in program history
A girl with brown hair sitting in a pool crosses her arm on the pool’s ledge.
In the Huddle: Issara Schmidt, a national champion for NYU Diving
An illustration of purple players participating in volleyball, basketball, soccer and track on a yellow background.
Men’s volleyball advances to Final Four for the first time, tennis sweeps on Senior Day and other news
The N.Y.U men’s volleyball team celebrates by huddling together and jumping with their hands raised.
Men’s volleyball win UVC Championship
NYU womans basketball team celebrated their historic win at the University Senate meeting on March 28. (Manasa Gudavalli for WSN)
‘Symbolic and celebratory’: NYU places No. 1 in D-III winter standings
(Krish Dev for WSN)
‘Gaza Solidarity Encampment’ becomes site of mass arrest at NYU
Participants smile in a team photo with a dog.
NYU’s department of physical therapy hosts race to raise money for research
Four people toast over dinner.
The Dinner Party, redefined
The Toronto skyline at night.
Spring break snapshots: Grassy getaways to snow-stuck trucks
A crowd of people dance on a dance floor with their hands up. A disco ball hangs from the ceiling, and the room is basked in pink-ish purple light.
From prom to Pier 60: Violet Ball brings nostalgia to the dance floor
(Krish Dev for WSN)
‘Gaza Solidarity Encampment’ becomes site of mass arrest at NYU
Participants smile in a team photo with a dog.
NYU’s department of physical therapy hosts race to raise money for research
The Toronto skyline at night.
Spring break snapshots: Grassy getaways to snow-stuck trucks
A crowd of people dance on a dance floor with their hands up. A disco ball hangs from the ceiling, and the room is basked in pink-ish purple light.
From prom to Pier 60: Violet Ball brings nostalgia to the dance floor
Groups of people stand between the basketball courts in the Paulson Center, with teams wearing matching colored shirts.
Schools clash at NYU All-University Games
SLAM! at NYU celebrates the art of spoken word
SLAM! at NYU celebrates the art of spoken word
Mou Theatre brings together Mandarin-speaking theater enthusiasts at NYU
Mou Theatre brings together Mandarin-speaking theater enthusiasts at NYU
A woman hanging a Turkish flag on a curtain by a window at N.Y.U.s Kimmel Center. Outside of the window is a red building.
Turkish NYU students commemorate 85 years since the death of republic founder
Barks in Tompkins Square Park: Annual Halloween Dog Parade returns
Barks in Tompkins Square Park: Annual Halloween Dog Parade returns
Rob Benevides applies a white wig to an actor wearing a prosthetic costume face.
An inside look at the art and design process of behind-the-scenes artists
The Housing Guide | Under the Arch Magazine
The Housing Guide | Under the Arch Magazine
Four people toast over dinner.
The Dinner Party Issue | Under the Arch Magazine
An illustration of the Washington Square Arch shown from a low angle. Around and behind the arch are cells and a DNA strand.
The Research Issue | Under the Arch Magazine
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
An illustration of an aerial view of Washington Square Park overlaid with texts that read Welcome Home! and N.Y.U.
Welcome Home, Class of 2027
New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News
New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News
Alexandra Chan

Alexandra Chan, Editor-at-Large

Alexandra Chan is a junior studying history, politics and East Asian studies. She has done her time in the basement dungeon state of mind and can't really seem to let go. Follow her @noelle.png on Instagram for inconsistent posting but aesthetically pleasing rows. She doesn't know what Twitter is.

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The National Grid is constructing a fracked gas-line that runs through many marginalized communities in Brooklyn. This unsustainable energy method presents a real danger to the communities in which this main runs through. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: Opinion: Brooklyn’s fracked gas pipeline endangers vulnerable communities

April 26, 2021

The National Grid is constructing a fracked gas-line that runs through many marginalized communities in Brooklyn. This unsustainable energy method presents a real danger to the...

An illustration of a Black woman in a green shirt and a white woman in a yellow shirt listening to music through wired headphones. The cord of the headphones spells out “Listen to This.”

Listen to This: Singles from April 17-23

In case you missed it, here are new tracks by Day6, Alanis Morissette and more.
Alexandra Chan, Candace Patrick, Nicolas Pedrero-Setzer, Sasha Cohen and Ana Cubas • April 23, 2021

The relationship between an artist and the listener can be a powerful one. Music often formulates or elicits emotions we cannot formulate as eloquently, or universalizes personal...

NYUs GSOC gears up to strike April 26 Monday after an unsuccessful full day of bargaining on Thursday. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: NYU’s grad student workers will go on strike beginning Monday

April 23, 2021

NYU's GSOC gears up to strike April 26 Monday after an unsuccessful full day of bargaining on Thursday. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

NYU announced that students planning to return to campus for the Fall 2021 semester are required to be vaccinated for COVID-19. NYU has begun scheduling vaccine appointments for students, while also encouraging students to get vaccinated at other vaccination sites if available. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: NYU will require COVID-19 vaccines for all in-person students this fall

April 21, 2021

NYU announced that students planning to return to campus for the Fall 2021 semester are required to be vaccinated for COVID-19. NYU has begun scheduling vaccine appointments for...

The Graduate Student Organizing Committee set a deadline to go on strike on April 26 unless the union and the university successfully renegotiate graduate student employees’ collective bargaining agreement. Undergraduate student representatives and activist groups such as NYU’s Student Government Assembly, Sunrise NYU, and NYU YDSA have expressed support for the Graduate Student Organizing Committee. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: Graduate student workers prepared to strike next week

April 21, 2021

The Graduate Student Organizing Committee set a deadline to go on strike on April 26 unless the union and the university successfully renegotiate graduate student employees’...

Another spring break weekend is heralded by University administration. NYU students share their thoughts and feelings about how break is handled this semester. (Staff Photo by George Papazov, Staff Illustration by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: Burnt-out students argue they deserve a normal spring break

April 16, 2021

Another spring break weekend is heralded by University administration. NYU students share their thoughts and feelings about how break is handled this semester. (Staff Photo by...

404 Fitness serves as the popular gym for NYU students. With gyms still closed, students have become more creative with exercise routines during COVID-19. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: The student experience with exercise during COVID-19

April 14, 2021

404 Fitness serves as the popular gym for NYU students. With gyms still closed, students have become more creative with exercise routines during COVID-19. (Staff Photo by Alexandra...

The members of the Graduate Student Organizing Committee have voted to authorize a strike. The strike authorization voting period started March 23 and ended April 9, with more than 96% of participating union members voting to approve the potential action. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: GSOC authorizes potential strike

April 12, 2021

The members of the Graduate Student Organizing Committee have voted to authorize a strike. The strike authorization voting period started March 23 and ended April 9, with more...

Viktor Kossakovsky’s Gunda stars a pig, Gunda, in his new black and white film. Kossakovskys film observes farm animals as they are, with no score or narration. (Staff Illustration by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: ‘Gunda’ Review: A Love Letter to Farm Animals

April 9, 2021

Viktor Kossakovsky’s Gunda stars a pig, Gunda, in his new black and white film. Kossakovsky's film observes farm animals as they are, with no score or narration. (Staff Illustration...

Goth icon Evanescence has come back with a fourth album. The Bitter Truth is emotional, raw and showcases the bands talents. (Staff Illustration by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: Evanescence’s ‘The Bitter Truth’ is an album of gothic beauty

April 6, 2021

Goth icon Evanescence has come back with a fourth album. "The Bitter Truth" is emotional, raw and showcases the band's talents. (Staff Illustration by Alexandra Chan)

The Washington Square campus has seen its number of cases tripled in a short amount of time. The uptick in cases is most likely due to the combination of the state easing restrictions and NYU students not yet qualifying for the vaccine. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: Washington Square campus sees uptick in COVID-19 cases

Rachel Fadem, Staff Writer • April 1, 2021

The Washington Square campus has seen its number of cases tripled in a short amount of time. The uptick in cases is most likely due to the combination of the state easing restrictions...

NYUs Global Center for Academic & Spiritual Life, located on 238 Thompson Street, houses religious centers and various student-run clubs for students to form a faith-based community if desired. Due to the pandemic and remote learning, students have found new ways to connect with their faith and redefine what it means to have a religious community. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: Keeping faith: what community means in remote religious services

March 29, 2021

NYU's Global Center for Academic & Spiritual Life, located on 238 Thompson Street, houses religious centers and various student-run clubs for students to form a faith-based community...

The NYU Graduate Student Union held a strike vote rally at Gould Plaza on Tuesday. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: GSOC and supporters rally for strike authorization vote

March 24, 2021

The NYU Graduate Student Union held a strike vote rally at Gould Plaza on Tuesday. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

The Atlanta shooting requires intersectional analysis

The Atlanta shooting requires intersectional analysis

We need to recognize the intersections of race, gender and labor to honor the victims of the Atlanta shooting.
Alexandra Chan, Multimedia Editor • March 19, 2021

I spent days following the Atlanta shooting scrolling Twitter, cynically observing the shared rage of my community, the official coverage uncritically regurgitating quotes from...

NYU and Howard University announced a medical partnership. Each Universitys nursing schools are collaborating in efforts to systemic racism and lack of diversity in nursing.

Photo: Howard University and NYU form academic partnership

March 22, 2021

NYU and Howard University announced a medical partnership. Each University's nursing schools are collaborating in efforts to systemic racism and lack of diversity in nursing.

I Tested Positive for COVID-19

I Tested Positive for COVID-19

Here is a log of my experience with NYU-style isolation and the absolutely unhinged lack of communication from NYU and within NYU.
Alexandra Chan, Multimedia Editor • September 28, 2020

I got a call on Friday, Sept. 18th at 8:47 p.m. from a 212 number when I was out trying to chase a story around Foley Square. “Your spit test from Monday Sept. 14 came back positive,”...

Music Inns displays are filled with intriguing instruments of all kinds, inviting visitors to peer inside on Sept. 18, 2020. (Staff photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: Local and Black-Owned Businesses

Under the Arch Staff • September 28, 2020

Music Inn's displays are filled with intriguing instruments of all kinds, inviting visitors to peer inside on Sept. 18, 2020. (Staff photo by Alexandra Chan)

WSN is compiling resources that may be of help for protesting and reporting. (Staff Illustration by Charlie Dodge)

Safety Tips for Protesters and Student Journalists

With mass protests across the U.S., a lot of information can be confusing and scrambled. WSN has compiled guides and tips that could be of use to the NYU community for protesting safely. Email [email protected] to help expand this list.
Abby Hofstetter, Alexandra Chan, Alexandria Johnson, Anna-Dmitry Muratova and Mandie Montes • September 24, 2020

As protests picked up across the country this past June, WSN began compiling resources and information for safely protesting and reporting on protests. We wanted to support NYU...

An illustration of a megaphone with a red handle. Written in orange on the megaphone are the words “Staff Rants.”

Staff Rants and Raves: The Emmys

From Bad Bunny to COVID-19 precautions, our staff has a lot of thoughts on the Emmys.
Helen Wajda, Kim Rice, Bianca de Ayala, Jake Capriotti and Alexandra Chan • September 24, 2020

Rants  On the “Friends” Reunion Helen Wajda, Opinion Editor I never watch the Emmys and this year was no exception, but that didn’t stop me from having to see some...

Times Square is a popular New York tourist hotspot with flashing ads and billboards on every building. It was the site of multiple arrests of protesters, including NYU students, during an anti-ICE protest last weekend. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: NYU Students Arrested at Protest, Claim Police Misconduct

September 22, 2020

Times Square is a popular New York tourist hotspot with flashing ads and billboards on every building. It was the site of multiple arrests of protesters, including NYU students,...

Rubin Residence Hall is located at 35 5th Ave. Most students in this facility ended their quarantine period on Sept. 16 after the detection of four asymptomatic COVID cases on Sept. 14. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: Rubin Residents Free To Leave Quarantine

September 18, 2020

Rubin Residence Hall is located at 35 5th Ave. Most students in this facility ended their quarantine period on Sept. 16 after the detection of four asymptomatic COVID cases on...

An illustration of a megaphone with a red handle. Written in orange on the megaphone are the words “Staff Rants.”

Staff Rants: Parties

From tailgates to sobriety, our staff has a lot of opinions on parties.
Helen Wajda, Anna-Dmitry Muratova, Bianca de Ayala and Alexandra Chan • September 17, 2020

On Tailgating  Helen Wajda, Opinion Editor I enjoy hanging out with my friends as much as the next person, but I will never understand the appeal of tailgate parties. Why...

The NYU COVID-19 Testing tent is located at Gould Plaza in front of the Stern building. NYU’s public health ambassadors discuss their role during the pandemic. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: Student Ambassadors Rep Public Health

September 16, 2020

The NYU COVID-19 Testing tent is located at Gould Plaza in front of the Stern building. NYU’s public health ambassadors discuss their role during the pandemic. (Staff Photo by...

Protesters stop at Bryant Park and raise their fists in solidarity with Black lives. Organizers read aloud the facts around Daniel Prudes murder. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: Police and Protesters Shut Down Grand Central Station

Nick Mead, Deputy News Editor • September 15, 2020

Protesters stop at Bryant Park and raise their fists in solidarity with Black lives. Organizers read aloud the facts around Daniel Prude's murder. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

COVID-19 and quarantining provided time for many people to pick up new skills like learning to play an instrument or producing music. However, musicians who rely on touring and festivals to make their income are having a hard time making ends meet from streaming services alone. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: The Time To Support Independent Musicians Is Now

September 14, 2020

COVID-19 and quarantining provided time for many people to pick up new skills like learning to play an instrument or producing music. However, musicians who rely on touring and...

The Rubin Hall NYU student dormitory is on Fifth Avenue and 10th Street. University spokesperson John Beckman released a statement confirming four COVID-19 cases at Rubin and indicated the hall will be on lockdown for the next few days. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: NYU's Rubin Hall placed under mandatory quarantine

September 14, 2020

The Rubin Hall NYU student dormitory is on Fifth Avenue and 10th Street. University spokesperson John Beckman released a statement confirming four COVID-19 cases at Rubin and indicated...

Being a world-renowned fashion event, New York Fashion Week brings thousands of attendees from around the world to the city every year. This year, with the ongoing pandemic situation, the Beauty & Style section at Washington Square News has decided not to cover the gathering. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: Join the Washington Square News

September 6, 2016

Being a world-renowned fashion event, New York Fashion Week brings thousands of attendees from around the world to the city every year. This year, with the ongoing pandemic situation,...

This NYUs testing center is located at Gould Plaza. It recently recorded a positive case from a Rubin Hall resident. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: Rubin Student Tests Positive for COVID-19 on Move-In Day

September 11, 2020

This NYU's testing center is located at Gould Plaza. It recently recorded a positive case from a Rubin Hall resident. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

NYU buildings set new safety regulations for entering into the buildings in preparation for some students returning to campus. NYU students were faced with the choice of whether to stay home or go back to campus for the fall 2020 semester. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: Should I Stay or Should I Go?

September 8, 2020

NYU buildings set new safety regulations for entering into the buildings in preparation for some students returning to campus. NYU students were faced with the choice of whether...

During the BLM movement that had mass participation in protests this past summer, images of police officers going in and out of NYU buildings have gone viral on social media. NYPD presence on campus has raised some questions among NYU students. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: The NYPD's Increased Presence at NYU

September 2, 2020

During the BLM movement that had mass participation in protests this past summer, images of police officers going in and out of NYU buildings have gone viral on social media. NYPD...

NYU students go through mandatory COVID-19 testing at the testing site on Gould Plaza prior to the start of classes. New York Governor Cuomo unveils new policy that would mandate two weeks remote learning for any university reporting 100 COVID-19 cases or a number of COVID-19 cases exceeding 5% of the student population. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: NY State Says One-Hundred COVID-19 Cases Means Remote Learning for NYU

August 31, 2020

NYU students go through mandatory COVID-19 testing at the testing site on Gould Plaza prior to the start of classes. New York Governor Cuomo unveils new policy that would mandate...

The arts desk is back with some recommendations of singles you may have missed this week. (Staff Illustration by Charlie Dodge)

Weekly Radio Roundup: Final Edition of the Semester

The most exciting tunes as you get ready to let loose in the summertime.
Vanessa Handy, Alexandra Bentzien, Alexandra Chan, Nicolas Pedrero-Setzer and Ethan Zack • May 7, 2020

The end is near and the statement isn’t necessarily foreboding. The end suggests the completion of finals and the freedom to wander the streets freely for the first time in months....

Standardized tests such as the SAT and ACT have worried many college applicants. NYU will not be test-optional for applicants for the Class of 2025. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: NYU Testing Requirements Remain Unchanged for Class of 2025

May 5, 2020

Standardized tests such as the SAT and ACT have worried many college applicants. NYU will not be test-optional for applicants for the Class of 2025. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Amidst everyone’s transition to remote learning, Tisch’s drama students have not had an easy time. Students discuss the change in their class routines and the advantages and disadvantages of online learning. (Staff Illustration by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: Two Tisch Drama Students Find Silver Linings in Remote Learning

May 5, 2020

Amidst everyone’s transition to remote learning, Tisch’s drama students have not had an easy time. Students discuss the change in their class routines and the advantages and...

American Academy of Arts and Sciences selected its 2020 fellows last week — three NYU professors made the list. From left to right, English professor Mary Carruthers, psychology professor Gregory Murphy, and anthropology professor Susan Antón are among the 250 chosen this year. (Images via NYU, Staff Illustration by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: Three NYU Professors Inducted into American Academy of Arts and Sciences

May 4, 2020

American Academy of Arts and Sciences selected its 2020 fellows last week — three NYU professors made the list. From left to right, English professor Mary Carruthers, psychology...

NYU buildings, once bustling with students and staff, are closed and silent as remote learning continues. College students from NYC schools recently spoke with local and state officials about various issues they currently face. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: Students Voice Concern Over NYU Pandemic Response

May 4, 2020

NYU buildings, once bustling with students and staff, are closed and silent as remote learning continues. College students from NYC schools recently spoke with local and state...

Staff Rants: Books

Staff Rants: Books

From John Green to “Little House on the Prairie” — here’s our staff’s takes on books.
Jake Capriotti, Arvind Sriram, Helen Wajda and Alexandra Chan • April 30, 2020

On John Green Jake Capriotti, Photo Editor Why is it that between late 2013 and mid-2015 it seemed the internet had a collective crush on John Green? I will admit that I...

The Washington Square Arch lies at the end of Fifth Avenue. President Andy Hamilton recently sent out an update email to the NYU community. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: University-Wide Email Leaves Students With More Questions Than Answers

April 28, 2020

The Washington Square Arch lies at the end of Fifth Avenue. President Andy Hamilton recently sent out an update email to the NYU community. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Tandon junior and NYU Taekwondo team captain Jonathan Ahn sparring in red gear scores three points with a headshot against a Rutgers opponent at the Princeton tournament in March. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: Just For Kicks: NYU Taekwondo Team Discusses Their Season’s Premature Ending

Kevin Ryu, Staff Writer • April 27, 2020

Tandon junior and NYU Taekwondo team captain Jonathan Ahn sparring in red gear scores three points with a headshot against a Rutgers opponent at the Princeton tournament in March....

Humor is one way to cope with this lockdown at home. NYU’s comedy groups Free Beer and Hammerkatz discuss changes to their content and methods of distribution since the pandemic. (Staff Illustration by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: How NYU’s Comedy Scene is Finding Ways to Laugh

April 21, 2020

Humor is one way to cope with this lockdown at home. NYU’s comedy groups Free Beer and Hammerkatz discuss changes to their content and methods of distribution since the pandemic....

Amidst the chaos of remote learning, GCASL’s free yoga sessions have also shifted onto Zoom. Students reflect on the advantages and disadvantages of yoga at home. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: Yoga Adjusts to a Virtual Reality

April 21, 2020

Amidst the chaos of remote learning, GCASL’s free yoga sessions have also shifted onto Zoom. Students reflect on the advantages and disadvantages of yoga at home. (Staff Photo...

Despite the lack of physical gatherings, those with March and April birthdays aren’t letting their party hats go to waste. Virtual parties hosted over Zoom have been many students’ go-to when celebrating their birthdays. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: How These Students Celebrate Birthdays in Quarantine

April 20, 2020

Despite the lack of physical gatherings, those with March and April birthdays aren’t letting their party hats go to waste. Virtual parties hosted over Zoom have been many students’...

The tiger rules as a fierce predator in the wild. The Netflix series Tiger King has gone on to become a nationwide sensation. (Staff Illustration by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: Why “Tiger King” Became the Perfect Cultural Phenomenon

April 16, 2020

The tiger rules as a fierce predator in the wild. The Netflix series Tiger King has gone on to become a nationwide sensation. (Staff Illustration by Alexandra Chan)

A main player in the transition to remote learning is video conferencing on Zoom. Students reflect on the change, including a new lack of equipment and issues with time zones. (Staff Illustration by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: Classes Without a Campus: The Transition to Online Learning

April 14, 2020

A main player in the transition to remote learning is video conferencing on Zoom. Students reflect on the change, including a new lack of equipment and issues with time zones....

Netflix comedy specials are one way to laugh and pass time with ease. Here are some recommendations for your enjoyment. (Staff Illustration by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: Six Comedy Specials to Watch While Social Distancing

April 14, 2020

Netflix comedy specials are one way to laugh and pass time with ease. Here are some recommendations for your enjoyment. (Staff Illustration by Alexandra Chan)

“Outside The Box” was choreographed by Garet Wierdsma to “Little Boxes” by Malvina Reynolds and original composition by Zilu Chen, performed by Tisch dancers at the Jack Crystal Theater before spring break. With remote instruction comes the challenges of online dance classes as Tisch dancers share their experiences. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: Dancing Through Distress: Tisch Dancers on Remote Learning

April 13, 2020

“Outside The Box” was choreographed by Garet Wierdsma to “Little Boxes” by Malvina Reynolds and original composition by Zilu Chen, performed by Tisch dancers at the Jack...

Staff Rants and Raves: Fruit

Staff Rants and Raves: Fruit

From durians to watermelon — here’s what our staff thinks about fruit.
Anna-Dmitry Muratova, Kim Rice, Helen Wajda, Lisa Cochran, Mandie Montes, Gabby Lozano and Alexandra Chan • April 9, 2020

Rants On Eaten Fruits Anna-Dmitry Muratova, Deputy Managing Editor This is going to be an opinion as unpopular as my previous hot take on apples, however, this needs to...

Changing gears to remote learning can also alter workout routines. Stay home and stay active with these online options. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: No Gym? No Problem

April 7, 2020

Changing gears to remote learning can also alter workout routines. Stay home and stay active with these online options. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Dave Malloy posted a video of his original production “Ghost Quartet” on YouTube for all to enjoy during this time period. Featuring a five-part harmony and accompanied by a harp, cello, piano and violin, the characters tell their life stories in a musical song cycle. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: ‘Ghost Quartet’ Is in All of Us

April 7, 2020

Dave Malloy posted a video of his original production “Ghost Quartet” on YouTube for all to enjoy during this time period. Featuring a five-part harmony and accompanied by...

The #MeToo movement has brought the actions of many prominent figures in the film industry to light since 2017, but the problems they created are far from solved. Some of Hollywood’s big names like Polanski, Allen, and Weinstein, who have been exposed for their acts of sexual assault, are still praised for their work. (Staff Illustration by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: Dear Roman Polanski, Woody Allen and Harvey Weinstein: You Are Not The Victim

April 6, 2020

The #MeToo movement has brought the actions of many prominent figures in the film industry to light since 2017, but the problems they created are far from solved. Some of Hollywood’s...

Carlyle Court is an NYU residence hall on 15th St and Union Square West. Carlyle and Third North are two dorm halls that will be turned over to assist in the COVID-19 health crisis. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: Two NYU Dorms Will Be Made Available to Medical Workers

April 7, 2020

Carlyle Court is an NYU residence hall on 15th St and Union Square West. Carlyle and Third North are two dorm halls that will be turned over to assist in the COVID-19 health crisis....

Zoom isn’t just for academic classes; many students have used the platform to hang out virtually with friends. Through Zoom’s screen-sharing feature, friends are able to play online games such as Jackbox or Kahoot. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: How NYU Students Are Social Distancing

April 6, 2020

Zoom isn’t just for academic classes; many students have used the platform to hang out virtually with friends. Through Zoom’s screen-sharing feature, friends are able to play...

During this stressful period, comfort might be found in music, specifically classics. Take a look at some old-reliables for your own listening pleasure. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: Rediscovering Classics in Times of Tribulation

April 1, 2020

During this stressful period, comfort might be found in music, specifically classics. Take a look at some old-reliables for your own listening pleasure. (Staff Photo by Alexandra...

Since the university-wide transition to online learning, NYU administration has decided to stay on the remote course. Improving on the example of University of Phoenix, classes will remain on Zoom in the Fall 2020 term and beyond. (Staff Illustration by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: Off-Third: NYU Announces Permanent Transition to Online University

April 1, 2020

Since the university-wide transition to online learning, NYU administration has decided to stay on the remote course. Improving on the example of University of Phoenix, classes...

Playwright Terrence McNally has recently passed away due to complications from COVID-19. His award-winning work such as “Ragtime” should be celebrated and remembered, as his writing is still relevant today. (Staff Illustration by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: Terrence McNally’s Writing Must Live On

March 31, 2020

Playwright Terrence McNally has recently passed away due to complications from COVID-19. His award-winning work such as “Ragtime” should be celebrated and remembered, as his...

A student sets up their study area on a desk back home. Since the COVID-19 crisis has sent many students away, some commuters offer advice on the experience of working from home. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: Tips for Staying Focused on College at Home

March 30, 2020

A student sets up their study area on a desk back home. Since the COVID-19 crisis has sent many students away, some commuters offer advice on the experience of working from home....

Due to the increase in the number of NYU COVID-19 cases, students recently received an email regarding their dorms and belongings. While those evicted found a home for themselves, those who moved out and left their possessions are unlikely to see them shipped anytime soon. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: University Announces More COVID-19 Cases, Delays in Returning Students’ Belongings

March 25, 2020

Due to the increase in the number of NYU COVID-19 cases, students recently received an email regarding their dorms and belongings. While those evicted found a home for themselves,...

The NYU administration is most definitely suffering with us during this trying time. Surprisingly, a student finds out that the real estate company the student paid for an education does not prioritize their students’ wellbeing. (Staff Illustration by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: Off-Third: CAS Junior Shocked Real Estate Company Doesn’t Actually Care About Tenants

March 24, 2020

The NYU administration is most definitely suffering with us during this trying time. Surprisingly, a student finds out that the real estate company the student paid for an education...

There are many streaming services available on different platforms that are accessible to people staying home. The performing arts could be enjoyed digitally from home, and that should be taken advantage of during this time. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: The Pros and Cons of Streaming Performance

March 24, 2020

There are many streaming services available on different platforms that are accessible to people staying home. The performing arts could be enjoyed digitally from home, and that...

WSN is compiling resources that may be of help during this semester. (Staff Illustration by Alexandra Chan)

Coronavirus Outbreak Resources for the NYU Community

In the wake of the coronavirus outbreak, a lot of information can get lost in the panic. WSN has compiled a list of resources that could possibly be of use to the NYU community. Email [email protected] to help expand this list.
Abby Hofstetter, Alexandra Chan, Anna-Dmitry Muratova, Bella Gil, Paul Kim and Vanessa Handy • March 23, 2020

Many members of the NYU community have been irreversibly affected by the coronavirus outbreak, either because of the virus itself or the university’s response to it. Students...

The COVID-19 crisis has left students wondering about the rest of their spring academic semester. Most NYU schools are currently offering students the option to request to pass/fail their classes up until May 12th. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: NYU Schools Update Pass/Fail Policies in Response to Coronavirus

March 23, 2020

The COVID-19 crisis has left students wondering about the rest of their spring academic semester. Most NYU schools are currently offering students the option to request to pass/fail...

Palladium Hall is an upperclassmen dorm on 14th Street near Union Square and one of the many dorms Tom Ellet oversaw during his time as Senior Associate VP. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: Senior Associate VP for Student Affairs Tom Ellett Responds to Reports of Mistreatment, Exploitation and Lack of Transparency by Former RAs

May 26, 2020

Palladium Hall is an upperclassmen dorm on 14th Street near Union Square and one of the many dorms Tom Ellet oversaw during his time as Senior Associate VP. (Staff Photo by Alexandra...

Rubin Hall is a first-year residence hall that lies on 5th Avenue and 10th Street. President Hamilton sent out a memorandum Monday afternoon informing the NYU community that NYU was closing residence halls and dining halls, asking students to leave by latest March 22. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: Dorm Closures Leave Residents with Little Support

March 17, 2020

Rubin Hall is a first-year residence hall that lies on 5th Avenue and 10th Street. President Hamilton sent out a memorandum Monday afternoon informing the NYU community that NYU...

Student dancers performing “cellE.K.T SocieT.Y.” Second Avenue Dance Company’s March Concert “Investigating the We” enables choreographers to shine a spotlight on prevailing issues through dance and movement. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: Tisch Dance Program Students Call for Societal Change

March 9, 2020

Student dancers performing “cellE.K.T SocieT.Y.” Second Avenue Dance Company’s March Concert “Investigating the We” enables choreographers to shine a spotlight on prevailing...

Staff Rants: Online Classes

Staff Rants: Online Classes

NYU students have been taking classes online since Wednesday, March 11. Hear our staff’s experiences on the situation.
Helen Wajda, Kim Rice, Gabby Lozano, Jake Capriotti, Arvind Sriram, Jun Sung and Alexandra Chan • March 13, 2020

On Arriving Early Helen Wajda, Deputy Opinion Editor I’ve never been more uncomfortable than the five minutes before class started where it was just me, my professor and...

NYU students studying abroad in Europe have been told to return home. Trump announced a travel ban on European countries, yet leaves out the United Kingdom and makes an exemption for U.S. citizens. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: As President Trump Restricts Flights From Europe, NYU Calls for Students to Return Home

March 13, 2020

NYU students studying abroad in Europe have been told to return home. Trump announced a travel ban on European countries, yet leaves out the United Kingdom and makes an exemption...

A student opens the Zoom application and prepares to sign in. Wednesday was the first day of NYU’s transition to online classes on Zoom, the video conferencing platform. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: Zoom Proves a Challenge for Highly Interactive Classes

March 13, 2020

A student opens the Zoom application and prepares to sign in. Wednesday was the first day of NYU’s transition to online classes on Zoom, the video conferencing platform. (Staff...

Short stories are quickly losing its popularity in our modern world. Despite their unpopularity, short stories have much to offer in the way of aesthetics, mental acrobatics and surprising endings. (Staff photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: The Understated Magic of Short Stories

March 11, 2020

Short stories are quickly losing its popularity in our modern world. Despite their unpopularity, short stories have much to offer in the way of aesthetics, mental acrobatics and...

Students struggle with FOMO, or fear of missing out, especially with the prevalence of social media documenting every part of people’s lives. Culture discusses tips to stay grounded and mindful of staying content with self-care and kindness. (Staff Illustration by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: Fear You’re Missing Out? So Does Everyone Else.

March 10, 2020

Students struggle with FOMO, or fear of missing out, especially with the prevalence of social media documenting every part of people’s lives. Culture discusses tips to stay grounded...

As the coronavirus surge reaches NYC, many are wondering what the SHC will do in the situation that a student contracts the disease. It appears that not much will change. (Staff Illustration by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: Off-Third: SHC Announces Three-Week Wait Time for Coronavirus Treatment

March 10, 2020

As the coronavirus surge reaches NYC, many are wondering what the SHC will do in the situation that a student contracts the disease. It appears that not much will change. (Staff...

A memorable scene in the trailer of The Invisible Man reboot depicts Cecilia waking up in the middle of the night as her blanket is tugged off the bed. In the film, the protagonist played by Elisabeth Moss gets into a struggle with an unseen figure as her controlling ex-boyfriend Adrian creates a suit that renders him invisible. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: ‘The Invisible Man’: The Hit You Didn't See Coming

March 10, 2020

A memorable scene in the trailer of The Invisible Man reboot depicts Cecilia waking up in the middle of the night as her blanket is tugged off the bed. In the film, the protagonist...

For a few months, many have struggled with the steps that should be taken to face the coronavirus, including increased hand sanitizer use. The NYU community received an email on Monday evening detailing the rules the university will set in place for a campus-wide shut down. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: Washington Square Campus to Cease In-Person Classes Amid Coronavirus

March 9, 2020

For a few months, many have struggled with the steps that should be taken to face the coronavirus, including increased hand sanitizer use. The NYU community received an email on...

Gallatin first-year Liv Solomon pursues several art forms in her free time. In addition to photography, she has also ventured into film, modeling, and drawing tattoos. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: This First Year Multidisciplinary Artist Does It All

Alex Christiano, Contributing Writer • March 9, 2020

Gallatin first-year Liv Solomon pursues several art forms in her free time. In addition to photography, she has also ventured into film, modeling, and drawing tattoos. (Staff Photo...

Student dancers performing “cellE.K.T SocieT.Y.” Second Avenue Dance Company’s March Concert “Investigating the We” enables choreographers to shine a spotlight on prevailing issues through dance and movement. (Staff Photo by Alexandra Chan)

Photo: Tisch Dance Program Students Call for Societal Change

Sasha Cohen, Performing Arts Editor • March 9, 2020

Two student dancers perform in "juvenescence." Second Avenue Dance Company’s March Concert “Investigating the We” enables choreographers to shine a spotlight on prevailing...

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