
Andrea Lui, Culture Editor
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Walter Van Beirendonck brings aliens to Earth at Paris Fashion Week
From Martian-decorated capes to models lounging in teddy bear cushions, Van Beirendonck’s “NEW” collection is a glimpse into an eclectic, peaceful world.
Andrea Lui, Staff Writer
• January 24, 2025

Kidill delivers drums, dance and brilliant punk chaos to Paris Fashion Week
Designer Hiroaki Sueyasu pushes the boundaries of punk through meshing different subcultures from around the world.
Andrea Lui, Staff Writer
• January 23, 2025

Cartoon: NYU during finals is just so … unique
It's Saturday night, but these students aren't going out.
Allina Xiao, Andrea Lui, Kiara Mujica and Shiphrah Moses
• December 13, 2024

The NYU student-founded startup helping international students roam through college with ease
Stern senior Krish Bajaj and CAS alum Ansh Mundra believe the international student market is broken. Here’s how they’re instilling confidence and saving money for thousands of students with startup roam.
Andrea Lui, Culture Editor
• December 13, 2024

How to make the most of your LinkedIn profile
LinkedIn has over 1 billion users, but only one of you. The platform is effective in more ways than one — but only if you learn how to use it.
Andrea Lui, Culture Editor
• December 12, 2024

Sipping and savoring cinema
Fork n’ Film combines two of life’s greatest pleasures: food and film. My experience at the “Home Alone” showing was no less than exceptional.
Andrea Lui, Culture Editor
• December 11, 2024

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

This $159 all-you-can-eat Wagyu in Koreatown is worth every cent
While Korean barbecue at HYUN may run up a hefty bill, the overall value and service are priceless.
Andrea Lui, Culture Editor
• November 14, 2024

Staff Recs: Beauty products
From hair masks to foot balms, we’ve got you covered — head to toe.
Annie Emans, Andrea Lui, Shiphrah Moses, Grace Tan, Lauren Ng, Dani Biondi, Sidney Snider, Dharma Niles and Karina Rower
• November 8, 2024

A woman in business school: Charisma, confusion and closure
How I navigated self-confidence and community in a male-dominated environment.
Andrea Lui, Culture Editor
• October 25, 2024

Exciting restaurant openings you missed over the summer
As more NYU students embrace their inner foodies, keeping up with the latest dining spots around campus is essential. Here are eight new restaurants to brag about to your friends.
Andrea Lui, Culture Editor
• September 24, 2024

Frederick Anderson delivers African glam and elegance in his Spring 2025 collection
Showcasing his creative view of modern Africa, Frederick Anderson launched an alluring, ready-to-wear line at New York Fashion Week.
Andrea Lui, Culture Editor
• September 13, 2024

Everything in and out for back to school
Change the trajectory of your semester with tips from WSN’s Culture Desk.
Andrea Lui, Shiphrah Moses, Lauren Ng, Annie Emans and Grace Tan
• September 6, 2024
New eats near NYU: Nan Xiang Xiao Long Bao on St. Mark’s Place
Ever wondered how the soup gets inside soup dumplings, or how to eat them? Nan Xiang Xiao Long Bao’s new location brings the Shanghainese delight to the East Village.
Andrea Lui, Culture Editor
• May 27, 2024

How to level up your instant ramen game
From adding silky egg ribbons to Flamin’ Hot Cheetos, here are five hacks you need to try to upgrade the classic college student meal.
Andrea Lui, Dining Editor
• May 2, 2024

Navigating nightlife: How NYU students are transforming the party scene with startup Flite
Industry-leading investors stimulate NYU students' event planning startup to success.
Andrea Lui, Dining Editor
• May 1, 2024

The best apartment decor for every type of city dweller
Juliana Guarracino, Sara Sharma and Andrea Lui
• April 25, 2024

What’s in our bags?
WSN's culture editors go through the abyss that is each of their bags.
Juliana Guarracino, Sara Sharma, Andrea Lui, Elena Portnoy and Shiphrah Moses
• April 8, 2024

Hunan Slurp, home to mouthwatering meats and noodle Narnia
From decadent noodle soups to divine takes on traditional Chinese cuisine, Hunan Slurp will surely cure any winter woes.
Andrea Lui, Dining Editor
• February 7, 2024

Everything in and everything out this semester
The fall semester is out and reading WSN is definitely in.
Andrea Lui, Elena Portnoy, Juliana Guarracino, Sara Sharma and Shiphrah Moses
• February 6, 2024

NYU Motorsports: The masters of mettle and moving parts
From Tandon students tirelessly engineering cars to Stern and CAS students cold-calling organizations for support, here’s how NYU Motorsports persists in its never-ending race to achieve automotive excellence.
Andrea Lui, Dining Editor
• February 1, 2024

Sweetgreen opens new Outpost location at Stern
The Stern School of Business expands their dining options for students on the go with new mobile order pickup stand.
Andrea Lui, Dining Editor
• January 29, 2024

Staff Recs: Holiday drink orders
From cozy lattes to spiced wine, here are WSN’s recommendations of drinks near campus that will get you into the holiday spirit.
Natalie Thomas, Krish Dev, Juliana Guarracino, Andrea Lui and Sabrina Lee
• December 14, 2023

A jolly journey eating through the wondrous Bryant Park Winter Village
The Culture Desk brings you their recommendations on the best eats that you can’t miss on your next trip to Bryant Park.
Juliana Guarracino, Andrea Lui, Sabrina Lee and Elena Portnoy
• December 13, 2023

Inside Tompkins Square Bagels: The East Village’s most cherished bagel shop
From traditional to innovative flavors, Tompkins Square Bagels brings dependably delicious bagels to the East Village.
Andrea Lui, Dining Editor
• December 4, 2023

Review: 2023’s ‘Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber Of Fleet Street’ revival brings more than blood and guts
The two-time Tony-winning revival’s comprehensive attention to visuals, music and choreography make it an unforgettable spectacle.
Andrea Lui, Dining Editor
• November 30, 2023

Fonda serves up a fiesta of flavor
This Tribeca restaurant unites tradition and modernity through a myriad of Mexican classics.
Andrea Lui, Dining Editor
• November 20, 2023

Chowing down on tacos and tequila with ‘Breaking Bad’ stars
I ate 15 phenomenal tacos with Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul at Food Network’s NYC Wine & Food Festival, and here are the top three you need to try.
Andrea Lui, Dining Editor
• October 24, 2023

We ate unlimited burgers at the NYC Wine & Food Festival, and the best one is from New Jersey
The Blue Moon Burger Bash served bottomless burgers, but here are the three that stood out amongst the meat madness.
Andrea Lui, Dining Editor
• October 19, 2023

Comfort food at EEEEEATSCON NY 2023 that healed my rainy day
EEEEEATSCON NY with five E’s ate. If you didn’t get to attend the festival this year, here are the stalls of five New York City restaurants that made the terrible weather worth it.
Andrea Lui, Dining Editor
• October 12, 2023

Staff Rants: School-life balance
As the semester starts to kick in, the WSN staff shares their experiences with balancing — or at least trying to balance — their academic and social lives.
Molly Koch, Abi Rivera, Nikkala Kovacevic, Valentina Plevisani, Andrea Lui, Krish Dev, Yezen Saadah and Naisha Roy
• September 29, 2023

Moonstruck for mooncakes at the Mid-Autumn Festival
It’s that time of the year again for having an excuse to only eat desserts for dinner: here are New York City’s best treats and eats for the Mid-Autumn Festival.
Andrea Lui and Jack Dai
• September 28, 2023

The quintessential restaurants to visit during your time at NYU
You can’t graduate without having dined at these local treasures. Here are 11 iconic restaurants all NYU students must try.
Andrea Lui and Daeun Lee
• September 18, 2023

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Ava Fackler, Contributing Writer • February 20, 2025

Amanda Chen, Deputy News Editor • February 20, 2025


Jonathan Mak, Staff Writer • February 20, 2025