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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

Allina Xiao

Allina Xiao, Editor-at-Large

Allina Xiao is a junior studying computer science at CAS. When she’s not switching her third minor again, she can be found enjoying her fourth semester with WSN’s Multimedia Desk, toiling away at her software development job and posting art on Instagram @xxallinaxart.

All content by Allina Xiao
An illustration of logos of different food pantries and homeless shelters, including Food Recovery Network, Xavier Mission, Rethink Food, The Bowery Mission and Two Birds One Stone.

Photo: This winter, give back through food and kindness

December 5, 2024

(Allina Xiao for WSN)

An illustration of logos of different food pantries and homeless shelters, including Food Recovery Network, Xavier Mission, Rethink Food, The Bowery Mission and Two Birds One Stone.

Photo: This winter, give back through food and kindness

Ashley Combs, Staff Writer December 5, 2024

(Allina Xiao for WSN)

An illustration of several people in different outfits standing in front of a snowy background.

Photo: 5 perfect outfits for every holiday occasion

Eva Mundo, Contributing Writer December 3, 2024

(Allina Xiao for WSN)

A collage of four illustrations of book covers.

Photo: 4 books about food and family to dive into over Thanksgiving break

Siobhán Minerva, Deputy Arts Editor November 22, 2024

(Allina Xiao for WSN)

An illustration of Donald Trump on the left of the drawing pointing his finger, and on the right are a crowd of different colored hands raised and three signs in the middle with the letters “D.E.I.”

Photo: Opinion: Will DEI survive another Trump presidency?

November 20, 2024

(Allina Xiao for WSN)

An illustration of a girl in a t-shirt and sweatpants shrugging on an iPhone screen on a background of an array of different video stills adorned with the icons of TikTok, Youtube and Instagram. Some video titles include “DRESSES I TRIED BUT…,” “HOW TO DRESS LIKE A…,” “NEW SHOES!” and “ICONIC...”

Photo: Fashion influencers you need to follow

November 18, 2024

(Allina Xiao for WSN)

The N.Y.U. Athletics logo split into six sections with the colors and name of the corresponding affinity group.

Photo: Building community beyond sport

October 30, 2024

(Allina Xiao for WSN)

On a periwinkle background is a yellow raincoat in front of smaller versions of the coat in navy and yellow.

Photo: Raincoats that have a 100% chance of matching your style

Sreya Nair, Contributing Writer October 25, 2024

(Allina Xiao for WSN)

On a dark blue background are three people wearing different styles of Uggs sitting, kneeling and standing.

Photo: These 5 Uggs are anything but uggly

Rizaa Fazal, Contributing Writer October 23, 2024

(Allina Xiao for WSN)

A cluttered dorm room with a bed covered in pillows, two nightstands with trinkets on top, and vines, pictures and a heart-shaped sign on the walls. A window in the center shows a blue sky with clouds, illuminating the room.

Photo: A broke college student’s take on dorm decor

October 9, 2024

(Allina Xiao for WSN)

An illustration of a person with binoculars staring in awe at a woman wearing dark sunglasses and red lipstick.

Photo: Off-Third: How to stalk campus celebrities

October 4, 2024

(Allina Xiao for WSN)

An illustration of a person standing on stage and holding a microphone surrounded by red light. Dark blue message bubbles float above the crowd with neon blue expressions of happiness, sadness and anger on them.

Photo: Off Topic: It’s time to end stan culture

October 2, 2024

(Allina Xiao for WSN)

An illustration of five multi-colored bottles sitting on water that reflects pink plants and a pink sky.

Photo: The best setting sprays to lock in your look

Noor Maahin, Staff Writer September 25, 2024

(Allina Xiao for WSN)

An illustration of a glowing woman in wraparound glasses surrounded by pink light on top of a purple and pink background. She holds a pink phone to one ear. “INFINITE ICON” is written to her right.

Photo: Review: Paris Hilton’s ‘Infinite Icon’ is not hot!

Ellie Miller, Contributing Writer September 17, 2024

(Allina Xiao for WSN)

The Soapbox is a weekly news column rounding up stories worth reading for a global university. (Illustration by Allina Xiao)

Photo: The Soapbox: X ban in Brazil, protests against sexual violence in France, new metro line in Sydney

Mariapaula Gonzalez, Deputy News Editor September 16, 2024

The Soapbox is a weekly news column rounding up stories worth reading for a global university. (Illustration by Allina Xiao)

An illustration of a wooden box with three flags, Germany, the U.K. and France, stuck into the top. On one face of the box is a white sign saying “W.S.N.” and the other face has the words “Election Special.”

Photo: The Soapbox: Elections in Europe

Krish Dev, Director of Creative & Digital Strategy September 9, 2024

(Allina Xiao for WSN)