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

Washington Square News

Allina Xiao

Allina Xiao, Illustration Editor

Allina Xiao is a sophomore studying computer science at the College of Arts & Science. She has a passion for stories, from contemporary fiction to thrillers to ancient mythology. In her free time, you can find her posting her art on instagram @xxallinaxart, listening to K-pop, and spending as much as she can afford on food.

All content by Allina Xiao
Collage of the five dating apps, with “tinder” and “match” on the left, “RAYA” in the middle, and “Hinge” and “Bumble” on the right.

Photo: Ranked: Dating apps

Maisie Zipfel, Deputy News Editor April 24, 2024

(Allina Xiao for WSN)

A bowl of grains with tofu and lettuce, with a hand squeezing a lemon over it. The sauces next to the bowl are “APPLE CIDER VINEGAR,” “PESTO,” “HOT SAUCE” and “Mustard.

Photo: Grain bowls are the quick and tasty scheduling solution you need

Josie Leach, Contributing Writer March 29, 2024

(Illustration by Allina Xiao)

Illustration of a vinyl sleeve with a record partially removed on a cream background. On the sleeve is a woman with long hair, a boar and the words "MANNEQUIN PUSSY" and "I GOT HEAVEN" in white font.

Photo: Review: ‘I Got Heaven’ is Mannequin Pussy at the band’s punk-rock peak

March 11, 2024

Mannequin Pussy released the album “I Got Heaven” on March 1, 2024. (Illustration by Allina Xiao)

(Illustration by Allina Xiao)

Photo: Lovely books to read or gift this Valentine’s Day

Diana C. Sánchez González, Staff Writer February 13, 2024

(Illustration by Allina Xiao)