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Stern MBA program launches at Abu Dhabi campus
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What Trump’s DEI rollbacks could mean for NYU
The Soapbox is a weekly news column rounding up stories worth reading for a global university. (Max Van Hosen and Kyra Reilley for WSN)
The Soapbox: Mafia crackdown in Italy, Sudan truce in UAE, cease-fire violation in occupied Palestine
(Alex Woodworth for WSN)
CIA ‘unable to attend’ internship fair following student backlash
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Beyond NYU: Bridging the gap between business and film
A cardboard sign taped to a metal barricade with the words “WE DO NOT ENGAGE WITH ZIONISTS! WE KEEP EACH OTHER SAFE!”
‘A chilling effect’: Conduct guidelines cast shadow of concern over faculty
A person wearing a keffiyeh is zip tied by a cop in protective gear.
Inside NYU’s 180-plus disciplinary cases against pro-Palestinian students and faculty
Students walking on NYU’s Abu Dhabi campus. (Sam Klein for WSN)
‘Extremely disturbing’: Concerns over academic freedom at NYU Abu Dhabi surface following policies restricting attire at graduation
A purple N.Y.U. flag hangs on a building.
A search firm failed to find misconduct allegations against NYU’s former athletics director. Here’s why.
File Photo: NYU Tisch School of the Arts located at 721 Broadway. (Katie Peurrung for WSN)
A Tisch professor disappeared during a misconduct investigation. Two semesters later, he’s scheduled to teach again.
People rally in front of NYU Langone’s Tisch Hospital, Monday, Feb. 3, 2025, in New York. (Danny Arensberg for WSN)
Over 1,000 call on NYU Langone to continue providing gender-affirming care for children
People walking outside of a building that reads “STRAND BOOKS” while holding signs.
Strand Bookstore workers go on strike, demand higher wages
The front of a brick building with a white door. There is a sign to the right of the door that reads “SIGN OUR PETITION SAVE THE LANDMARK MERCHANT’S HOUSE”
A local museum’s campaign to keep its doors open
The exterior of the main entrance of N.Y.U. Langone Health center, located at 550 First Ave.
Researchers at NYU Langone deem kidney transplants between HIV-positive people safe
People stand in front steps lined with candles, while others light them.
NYU students join citywide youth to honor trans lives in Washington Square Park
(Roshni Raj for WSN)
Stern MBA program launches at Abu Dhabi campus
(Allina Xiao for WSN)
What Trump’s DEI rollbacks could mean for NYU
(Alex Woodworth for WSN)
CIA ‘unable to attend’ internship fair following student backlash
(Matt Petres for WSN)
Students protest CIA presence at internship fair
(Samson Tu for WSN)
Tandon summer programs for K-12 students surge in popularity
(Danny Arensberg for WSN)
Dozens protest onslaught of pro-Palestinian student suspensions
(Samson Tu for WSN)
Admin responds to nonprofit criticizing updated student conduct policy
(Danny Arensberg for WSN)
‘Collective punishment’: NYU suspends 13 students after pro-Palestinian sit-in
People picket in front of a red building with signs reading "DIVEST FROM GENOCIDE," "ARREST NYU TRUSTEES" and "CLASS OF 1972."
Protesters condemn NYU sanctions against students and faculty, demand divestment
A cardboard sign taped to a metal barricade with the words “WE DO NOT ENGAGE WITH ZIONISTS! WE KEEP EACH OTHER SAFE!”
‘A chilling effect’: Conduct guidelines cast shadow of concern over faculty
(Courtesy of Brooklyn Horror Film Festival)
Beyond NYU: Bridging the gap between business and film
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Beyond NYU: Shaping films and shows frame by frame
(Courtesy of Madi Kaplan)
Beyond NYU: Mixing acting with activism
(Courtesy of Chelsea Kyle)
Beyond NYU: Shaking up the restaurant industry one article at a time
A woman smiling against a black background with the words “N.Y.U. BEYOND” written to the left.
Beyond NYU: Opening doors to STEM for students of color nationwide
(Allina Xiao for WSN)
Off Topic: The case for dating across the political divide
President Donald Trump addresses the press outside of the courtroom during his New York civil fraud case in New York City on Oct. 17, 2023. (Jason Alpert-Wisnia for WSN)
Opinion: NYU is failing its trans and non-binary students
(Kevin Wu for WSN)
Opinion: Subway safety is a manufactured crisis
(Krish Dev for WSN)
Guest Essay: NYU is right to suspend students for rule violations
(Alex Woodworth for WSN)
Opinion: Campus conversations must include all voices
(Kyra Reilley for WSN)
Editorial: NYU, step up
Editorial: NYU’s disciplinary measures against students are reckless and reactive
Editorial: NYU’s disciplinary measures against students are reckless and reactive
An illustration of a collage of different scenes, such as a war zone, the face of prime minister of Israel Benjamin Netanyahu and a person holding a sign that says "BANS OFF OUR BODIES."
Editorial: Reflect. Recharge. Then get to work.
An illustration of a balancing weight scale with a box on each side. One says “LOCAL VOTE” and the other says “FEDERAL VOTE.”
Editorial: Think globally, vote locally
NYU students gather for a vigil in Washington Square Park mourning the loss of life in Lebanon on Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2024 in New York.
Editorial: NYU needs to talk about Lebanon. Publicly.
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Letter to the Editor: Silver School dean on the case for a tuition-free social work education
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Letter to the Editor: Wasserman Center director on the Handshake job search platform
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Letter to the Editor: CWS director on suicide response and mental health resources
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Letter to the Editor: NYU remains committed to NYU Tel Aviv
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Letter to the Editor: An open letter to President Hamilton
A four panel illustration of four different people drawn in a monochrome purple pallet.
Off-Third: NYU released their shortlist for consultants on ‘institutional restraint.’ You won’t believe who’s on it.
An illustration of a poster on a utility pole with a woman in the center with a question mark over her face. Above are the words “LINDA MILLS” and below are the words “Lookalike Contest.”
Off-Third: Linda Mills lookalike contest brings new crowd to Gould Plaza
A portrait of Eric Adams wearing a gray suit, white collared shirt and navy blue printed tie. He stands in front of a royal blue background and an American flag on a floor stand.
Off-Third: Eric Adams and Rudy Giuliani compete to be NYC’s most disgraced mayor
An illustration of a person with binoculars staring in awe at a woman wearing dark sunglasses and red lipstick.
Off-Third: How to stalk campus celebrities
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Off-Third: NYU changes branding to save misled patients
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Staff Rants: Post-election feelings
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Staff Rants: Springing in and out of spring
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Staff Rants: New beginnings or old complaints?
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Staff Rants: Holiday Overload
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Staff Rants: Spooky season
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Out of Bounds: Major sports news out of Spain, France and Argentina
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Behind NYU men’s basketball’s rise to national contention
(Sidney Snider for WSN)
In the Huddle: A talk with thrower Kai Aravena
(Kiran Komanduri for WSN)
The architect of a dynasty: How the NYU women’s basketball coach built the team into a powerhouse
Staff Reacts: Super Bowl LIX
Staff Reacts: Super Bowl LIX
(Kyra Reilley for WSN)
Men’s basketball buzzer-beater win, women’s basketball 50th straight victory and other news
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Soccer and volleyball begin UAA conference play, top finishes for both cross country teams and other news
Women’s tennis player wins championship, men’s soccer score double digits and other news
Women’s tennis player wins championship, men’s soccer score double digits and other news
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Women’s golf places third, women’s soccer remains undefeated and other news
An illustration of bold white text that says “Weekly Sports Update” on a purple background with light purple flowers.
Golf and tennis kick off seasons, men’s soccer suffers first loss and other news
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In the Huddle: A talk with thrower Kai Aravena
(Levi Langley for WSN)
In the Huddle: Janie Cooper on her yearlong racing season
(Sidney Snider for WSN)
In the Huddle: Connor Vincent on his collegiate swimming career
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In the Huddle: Zach Knudsen on his aspirations and optimism for the upcoming season
A woman in a white shirt stands in front of a dark background.
In the Huddle: Maria Stamos on fencing at NYU and competing at the international level
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Out of Bounds: Major sports news out of Spain, France and Argentina
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Out of Bounds: Major sports news out of the UK, Washington, D.C. and Italy
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Out of Bounds: Major sports news out of London, Washington, D.C. and Sydney
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Out of Bounds: Major sports news out of Accra, London and Madrid
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Out of Bounds: Major sports news out of London, D.C. and Madrid
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5 ‘Gossip Girl’-inspired outfits for a posh Valentine’s evening
(Mariana Arboleda for WSN)
The perfect day in SoHo
(Henry Bayha and Allina Xiao for WSN)
Ranked: Subway stations near NYU
(Alex Woodworth for WSN)
NYC’s swoon-worthy restaurants for Valentine’s Day
(Julia Smerling for WSN)
Norma Kamali invents and reinvents herself at NYFW
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5 ‘Gossip Girl’-inspired outfits for a posh Valentine’s evening
(Julia Smerling for WSN)
Norma Kamali invents and reinvents herself at NYFW
Frederick Anderson brings gothic glamour to Paradise Club
Frederick Anderson brings gothic glamour to Paradise Club
(Levi Langley for WSN)
Global Fashion Collective highlights 3 East Asian designers at NYFW
(Sidney Snider for WSN)
Global Fashion Collective flaunts the abundance of spring at NYFW
(Alex Woodworth for WSN)
NYC’s swoon-worthy restaurants for Valentine’s Day
Cooking up suburban escape
Cooking up suburban escape
(Suditi Sircar for WSN)
Love at first bite: The best recipes for Valentine’s Day
(Julia Smerling for WSN)
Ranked: Lunchly
(Mariana Arboleda for WSN)
Is reviving diner culture heroic or corrupt?
How NYU students celebrated Lunar New Year
How NYU students celebrated Lunar New Year
(Mariana Arboleda for WSN)
This Stern club highlights minority voices in the world of finance
(Lianna O’Grady for WSN)
Welcoming Lunar New Year in a new home
An illustration of simplified drawings of various forms of self-care like tea, a person wearing a face mask, and a person doing yoga on a blue background.
What it means to take care of yourself across different cultures
On a light green background, four orange rectangles show hands making different signs in each one.
How multicultural sororities foster community at NYU
(Henry Bayha and Allina Xiao for WSN)
Ranked: Subway stations near NYU
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Ranked: NYU lore
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Ranked: Thanksgiving foods
An illustration of a taco fighting french fries boxing in a ring.
Ranked: Fast food near campus
(Gia Sidhu for WSN)
Ranked: Microtrends
(Julia Smerling for WSN)
Norma Kamali invents and reinvents herself at NYFW
Frederick Anderson brings gothic glamour to Paradise Club
Frederick Anderson brings gothic glamour to Paradise Club
(Levi Langley for WSN)
Global Fashion Collective highlights 3 East Asian designers at NYFW
(Sidney Snider for WSN)
Global Fashion Collective flaunts the abundance of spring at NYFW
(Alex Woodworth for WSN)
Global Fashion Collective toys with heritage, nostalgia and the cosmos
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Review: ‘Mo’ season 2 is a comedic reprieve in Trump’s America
(Suditi Sircar for WSN)
Review: ‘I Am Because We Are’ is a mesmerizing celebration of womanhood and identity
(Courtesy of IMDb)
Staff Recs: For the Valentine’s Day haters
(Kyra Reilley for WSN)
10 love songs we adore
(Courtesy of Universal Pictures)
Review: ‘Love Hurts’ subverts conventional Hollywood action comedy with a disappointing hero
(Charlotte Nichols for WSN)
Review: From the battles to the bedroom, ‘Onyx Storm’ was rushed and unsatisfying
(Kiara Mujica for WSN)
Books beyond Bobst: Essays about the ’60s, stories about body horror and more
The 5 most anticipated reads of 2025
The 5 most anticipated reads of 2025
(Kyra Reilley for WSN)
5 budget-friendly ways to consume books
(Allina Xiao for WSN)
Books beyond Bobst: An Irish novella, a historical fantasy book and more
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Review: ‘Mo’ season 2 is a comedic reprieve in Trump’s America
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Review: ‘Love Hurts’ subverts conventional Hollywood action comedy with a disappointing hero
(Daniel Yee for WSN)
2 best picture nominees used AI. How should we feel?
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Review: The future of dating is bleak in ‘Companion’
(Courtesy of Atlas Media Corp, A Zeitgeist Films Release in Association with Kino Lorber)
Review: ‘Liza: A Truly Terrific Absolutely True Story’ brings us the unseen stories of the showbiz icon
(Kyra Reilley for WSN)
10 love songs we adore
(Alex Woodworth for WSN)
Vigil Records: How dorm room jams turned into dim sum raves
(Courtesy of HBO)
Review: Abel Tesfaye delivers a final cinematic masterpiece as The Weeknd
(Courtesy of Nick Mora)
Interview: Musician Brent de la Cruz on the importance of collaboration and inspiration
10 guilty pleasure albums that we unapologetically love
(Courtesy of Roundabout Theatre Company)
Review: In ‘English,’ the fight to learn a new language perseveres
An illustration of a hand holding a nutcracker on a blue background scattered with snowflakes.
Let out of the doll box: My retirement from ‘The Nutcracker’
Dancers dressed in soldier costumes lined up onstage.
The Rockettes don’t know when to tap out
Two people stand on a stage with their hands on a table, looking at each other.
Broke People Play Festival expands to uplift more student artists
A person wearing a blue suit with white sleeves holds the hand of a person wearing a pink dress while they sit on a beige couch in a set of a house.
Review: ‘The Great Gatsby’ disguises mediocrity with a star-studded cast
(Suditi Sircar for WSN)
Review: ‘I Am Because We Are’ is a mesmerizing celebration of womanhood and identity
(Ivy Chan for WSN)
80WSE’s latest exhibition explores a better society through fashion
Three balconies spiraling up with various art pieces on the walls and people perusing them.
Review: The Guggenheim’s new exhibition teaches a history lesson about a fleeting art movement
Ten paintings are hung up in a large group on a light purple gallery wall.
Review: ‘Toward Joy’ builds new frameworks for American art
An illustration of an armed man with a redacted face in front of a collage of U.S. conspiracy imagery.
Review: ‘Call of Duty: Black Ops 6’ is annoyingly fun
(Alex Woodworth for WSN)
Behind the scenes at the 149th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show
NYU Dining Halls: Farm-to-Table Eats!
NYU Dining Halls: Farm-to-Table Eats!
Cartoon: An ode to Albert
Cartoon: An ode to Albert
(Anna Baird-Hassell, Alex Woodworth, Isabel Albors, and Rachel Ning for WSN)
On the Street: Winter break
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Students protest Trump presidency with march on campus
NYU Dining Halls: Farm-to-Table Eats!
NYU Dining Halls: Farm-to-Table Eats!
Cartoon: An ode to Albert
Cartoon: An ode to Albert
In the panel titled Tisch, a girl with long braided hair, alternative clothing and round glasses types on a computer with sheets of paper flying around her. Her eyes are swirls and her expression is panicked as she says, “Sorry, I can't go out tonight, I have a 73-page play due tomorrow!” In the panel titled Stern, a man with short dark hair and rectangular glasses wears a suit saying, “Sorry, I can't go out tonight, I have 500+ LinkedIn connections due tomorrow…” He holds a phone with a symbol of people and the number 500 while people shake hands in the background. In the panel titled Gallatin, a boy with wavy brown hair and goggles holds ropes while saying, “Sorry, I can't go out tonight, I have to weave a basket underwater tomorrow.” Another dialogue line reads “Yeah, that’s my concentration…” next to drawings of fish and baskets. In the panel titled Steinhardt, a girl with curly blonde hair and freckles stares at a phone while various electronic devices are scattered in the background including a phone with a caller ID saying “Kiara & Allina.” In a dialogue bubble she says, “Sorry, I can't go out tonight, I have to communicate tomorrow.” In the panel titled Tandon a boy with round glasses, a puffer vest, a quarter-zip sweater and dyed purple hair says, “Sorry, I can't go out tonight, I have a robot due tomorrow!” Behind him is a robot holding a sandwich on a plate saying “YUMMY,” a laptop on a desk displaying “Chat G.P.T.” and a blackboard with various diagrams in white chalk. In the panel titled C.A.S. is a girl wearing a white lab coat and goggles over a pink shirt and saying, “Sorry, I can't go out tonight, I have to write an essay on bird migration in Ancient Greece due tomorrow!” She holds an open book while plucking a leaf off of an overhead branch with forceps, facing away from a desk where a beaker of green liquid overflows.
Cartoon: NYU during finals is just so … unique
In a grayscale comic, a person works at a desk in front of a computer next to a window showing a city in ruins with a fallen sign saying “TECH INDUSTRY.” In the bottom right corner is a thought bubble that says, “Why can’t I find an internship?”
Cartoon: Your major in computer science has been declared
Cartoon: Time is Ticking
Cartoon: Time is Ticking
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Behind the scenes at the 149th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show
An aerial view of an autumn field with a runway and body of water, with factories and suburbs on the left.
How to legally fly a drone in NYC
A person stands on stage staring into the distance. They have dark hair and wear a black fur shawl.
For Hannah Weisz, performance is resistance
(Krish Dev for WSN)
Finding school spirit at NYU
Pro-Palestinian protesters demonstrate on Gould Plaza holding a Palestinian flag and a sign that reads “No more dollar sign for Israel’s crimes.”
Inside the Gaza Solidarity Encampment at NYU
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 Sports Issue | Under the Arch Magazine
The Sports Issue | Under the Arch Magazine
An illustration of Vice President Kamala Harris and former president Donald Trump, over a blue and red background.
The Election Issue | Under the Arch Magazine
Six models wearing all black, walking down a runway in a single-file line.
The Fashion Issue | Under the Arch Magazine
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Welcome home, class of 2028
The Housing Guide | Under the Arch Magazine
The Housing Guide | Under the Arch Magazine
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Alisia Houghtaling

Alisia Houghtaling, Multimedia Editor

Alisia Houghtaling is a sophomore originally from Moscow but lives in New Orleans and is studying applied psychology. You can find her flipping through The New Yorker to look for cool illustrations and inspirations for the cover she’ll make one day. She has an addiction to tea and the Breaking Bad franchise. You can find her at @_alisiart_ on Instagram.

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Photo: 5 ‘Gossip Girl’-inspired outfits for a posh Valentine’s evening

Jada Lee, Contributing Writer • February 14, 2025

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Photo: Out of Bounds: Major sports news out of Spain, France and Argentina

February 14, 2025

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Staff Reacts: Super Bowl LIX

Staff Reacts: Super Bowl LIX

WSN staff shares their thoughts on Sunday’s game and halftime show.
Julia Diorio, Kiran Komanduri, Matthew Singh, Dani Biondi, Krish Dev, Isabella D'Erasmo, Grace Tan, Kiara Mujica, Dharma Niles and Alisia Houghtaling • February 11, 2025

On Sunday, the Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX 40-22. What was supposed to be a close game between the two teams turned out to be a completely...

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Photo: Flying Solo’s 4th show at NYFW reinvents fashion basics

February 10, 2025

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Photo: Out of Bounds: Major sports news out of the UK, Washington, D.C. and Italy

February 7, 2025

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Photo: The 5 most anticipated reads of 2025

February 7, 2025

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Staff Reacts: Luka Dončić to the Lakers

WSN staff shares their thoughts on Sunday’s blockbuster trade.
Sidney Snider, Levi Langley, Matthew Singh, Isabella D'Erasmo, Krish Dev, Alisia Houghtaling, Leila Olukoga, Ella Sabrina Malabanan, Lauren Ng and Maggie Turner • February 6, 2025

On Feb. 2, a little past midnight, news dropped that the Dallas Mavericks traded Slovenian superstar Luka Dončić for Los Angeles Lakers veteran Anthony Davis.  The trade...

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Photo: WSN predicts the Grammys

January 31, 2025

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Photo: Out of Bounds: Major sports news out of London, Washington, D.C. and Sydney

January 31, 2025

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Photo: Student gov’t opens elections to entire student body

January 31, 2025

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Photo: Remembering David Lynch: A legacy of dreams, oddities and love

January 31, 2025

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Photo: 23 NYU alumni featured on Forbes’ latest ‘30 Under 30’ list

January 29, 2025

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Photo: The perfect day in the West Village

Bella Simonte, Daphne Zhu, Grace Tan, Julia Kim and Lauren Ng • January 27, 2025

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Photo: Inside the Boxd: Winter break watches

January 27, 2025

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Photo: Letter from the editor: A reflection on WSN’s mission

January 22, 2025

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An illustration of an outline of a referee yelling “OUT OF BOUNDS” with three buildings behind him.

Photo: Out of Bounds: Major sports news out of Accra, London and Madrid

December 13, 2024

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Many pink and yellow books stacked on top of each other, with “MMXXIV” written on one side of the book in the middle and “STAFF LIST!” written on the other.

Photo: Staff Recs: The best books we read this year

December 13, 2024

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Photo: Jolly lights and sights around the city

Maryam Babar and Mariana Arboleda • December 12, 2024

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A purple illustration of a referee yelling “OUT OF BOUNDS” in a speech bubble with the Big Ben tower, a tower from Madrid and the United States Capitol building behind him. The referee holds a purple whistle.

Photo: Out of Bounds: Major sports news out of London, D.C. and Madrid

December 6, 2024

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A student athlete is midair preparing to spike an incoming volleyball.

Photo: The future of NYU women’s volleyball shines bright

December 6, 2024

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An black and purple illustration of a person standing behind a podium with the letters “S.G.A.” next to them.

Photo: Swipe it Forward moves online, student gov’t discusses resources for Shia students

December 6, 2024

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An illustration of seven people standing at purple podiums. One of the podiums has a spotlight on it, with a person raising their hand under the light. There is another spotlight that highlights the words “UP FOR DEBATE”.

Photo: Up for Debate: Should NYU adopt institutional restraint?

November 26, 2024

A white bracket on a black background with school names. Behind it, there are purple and orange dots.

Photo: Staff Predictions: Women’s soccer makes Sweet 16 round

November 22, 2024

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A white bracket with school names on against a black background. There are small, yellow volleyballs behind the bracket.

Staff predictions: Women’s volleyball return to NCAA tournament

The volleyball team returns to the NCAA tournament to play William Smith College in the first round.
Alisia Houghtaling, Andrea Lui, Jonathan Mak and Levi Langley • November 21, 2024

The NYU women’s volleyball team received an at-large bid to the NCAA Division III Championship Tournament on Monday, after finishing sixth in the UAA Championship. They lost...

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Photo: Ranked: Thanksgiving foods

Lauren Aragon, Contributing Writer • November 21, 2024

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Large signs and cutouts of red flowers with photos of people in their centers hang on a fence. The largest sign says “HONOR THE MARTYRS OF PALESTINE” and a smaller sign above says “FREE PALESTINE” in green and “ARMS EMBARGO NOW” in red.

Photo: Students read names of Palestinian and Lebanese martyrs at vigil

November 20, 2024

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Photo: Staff predictions: Women’s soccer returns to NCAA D-III Tournament

November 15, 2024

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A purple illustration of a person shouting “OUT OF BOUNDS" while holding a big whistle. Behind the person is Big Ben, the Berlin TV Tower and Puerto Madero's Puente de la Mujer footbridge.

Photo: Out of Bounds: Major sports news out of Buenos Aires, London and Berlin

November 15, 2024

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An illustration of a bracket with school names on it, and “STAFF”and “PREDICTIONS” written on either side of the bracket . Behind the bracket are small yellow volleyballs and dots.

Photo: Staff predictions: Women’s volleyball look to defend UAA Championship title

November 14, 2024

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An illustration of a purple-colored person on the right shouting “OUT OF BOUNDS" while holding a big whistle. Behind the person is the Capitol building, the Eiffel Tower and Big Ben.

Photo: Out of Bounds: Major sports news out of London, Paris and Washington, D.C.

Levi Langley, Deputy Sports Editor • November 8, 2024

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Photo: Staff Rants: Post-election feelings

Yezen Saadah, Alexa Donovan, Kiran Komanduri, Krish Dev, Naisha Roy, Noah Zaldivar, Dani Biondi, Sidney Snider, Anna Baird-Hassell, Dharma Niles and Leila Olukoga • November 8, 2024

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Photo: Out of Bounds: Major sports news out of Paris, Tulsa and Sydney

November 1, 2024

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Photo: Inside the Boxd: ‘After,’ ‘Trap,’ ‘Cuckoo’ and more

October 28, 2024

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Staff Predictions: Women’s volleyball play final round of UAA matches

The Violets round out UAA matches with a double-header against the University of Rochester and Emory University before postseason.
Alisia Houghtaling, Emily Genova, Jonathan Mak, Krish Dev, Levi Langley, Logan Holland and Sidney Snider • October 25, 2024

The NYU women’s volleyball team will start a run of five away games this weekend in Pittsburgh, PA. On Sunday at 10 a.m., they will first play the University of Rochester, currently...

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Photo: Student gov’t on upholding ‘mutual respect’ on campus post-election

November 11, 2024

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Photo: BabyJake on growing up and creating a community on tour

October 23, 2024

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Photo: Is the anti-aging trend necessary for young kids?

Mariana Arboleda, Contributing Writer • October 22, 2024

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Books beyond Bobst: An art criticism compilation, a romance set in Communist Poland and more

Books beyond Bobst is a book-rec column highlighting what NYU students are reading now, outside of their classes. If you’re in need of a new read, look no further.
Alexa Donovan, Alisia Houghtaling, Anna Baird-Hassell and Ella Sabrina Malabanan • October 21, 2024

“Hot, Cold, Heavy, Light, 100 Art Writings 1988-2018” by Peter Schjeldahl “Schjeldahl has enriched the sensibilities of several generations by narrating his own process...

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Photo: Out of Bounds: Major sports news out of Sydney, Los Angeles and London

Sidney Snider, Sports Editor • October 18, 2024

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Photo: NYU squash club gears up for 2024-25 season

October 17, 2024

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Photo: Out of Bounds: Major sports news out of Spain, Australia and the United Kingdom

October 11, 2024

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Photo: Pro-Palestinian faculty read passages from ‘bannable’ books in Bobst demonstration

October 11, 2024

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Photo: Out of Bounds: Major sports news out of Berlin, London and Madrid

October 4, 2024

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Photo: The magic and controversies of NYU’s Quidditch team

Levi Langley, Staff Writer • October 1, 2024

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Photo: How the writers I love — both fictional and real — influence what I wear

September 30, 2024

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Staff predictions: Women’s volleyball play first conference games

The volleyball team is set to play three matches this weekend in the Paulson Center, the first round of matches in the UAA.
Alisia Houghtaling, Emily Genova, Jonathan Mak, Krish Dev and Sidney Snider • September 27, 2024

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Photo: Review: ‘The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives’ has viewers praying for more

September 27, 2024

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Photo: Out of Bounds: Carlos Alcaraz wins the Laver Cup for Europe, professional English cricketers announce equal pay, Prague hosts penultimate round of Climbing World Cup

September 27, 2024

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Photo: Opinion: Voting abroad can seem daunting — but it’s essential

September 27, 2024

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