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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

All content by Andrea Pineda-Salgado
Gallatin senior Lauren Franco started a women’s organization to cultivate community in the city. (Via Lauren Franco)

How an NYU Senior Helps Empower Women Through [gather]-ing

Gallatin senior Lauren Franco brought her empowerment group across the world from her Third Avenue North dorm.
Andrea Pineda-Salgado, Staff Writer October 29, 2019

When current Gallatin senior Lauren Franco held a dorm room meeting as a first-year for women looking for community in the city, she only expected a few people to show up. But...

Beans and lentils are a common way for vegan and vegetarian students to incorporate protein into their meals. (via Wikimedia Commons)

NYU Vegan and Vegetarian Students Talk Protein

Here’s what you need to know if you’re considering changing your diet.
Andrea Pineda-Salgado, Staff Writer October 14, 2019

If there’s one thing vegans get tired of hearing, it’s the question, “But if you can’t eat meat, where do you get your protein?” Luckily, we found some experienced students...

Postcards with bra patterns in Strand Bookstore. (Photo by Bella Gil)

Bras: To Wear, or not to Wear?

NYU students discuss why they are choosing to wear their bras or not.
Andrea Pineda-Salgado, Staff Writer September 25, 2019

Do you remember getting your first bra? The long-anticipated or dreaded trip to the store with a trusted adult, sibling or friend may seem like eons ago. Some people cannot wait...

Finding School Spirit at a College With None

Finding School Spirit at a College With None

Andrea Pineda-Salgado, Contributing Writer August 26, 2018
Sometimes it can feel like NYU lacks school spirit. Here is how you find your way — and place — in a university unlike any other.
Don’t Discount Commuters

Don’t Discount Commuters

Andrea Pineda-Salgado, Contributing Writer April 24, 2018
After finishing my first year at NYU as a commuter student, I have noticed a barrier between students who commute and students who board.