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Over half of students do not know about the student government, WSN survey finds
An N.Y.U. Athletics jersey hangs on a pole.
‘We’ve been suffering in silence’: NYU ignored misconduct complaints, sources say
Ten men and women in suits and dresses stand in front of a purple background that says “New York Digital Vision Forum”.
NYU launches new AI initiative with South Korean research university
A woman with blonde hair is smiling. She is wearing pearl earrings and a pearl necklace.
Chief investment officer steps down after 8 years
Graphs of varying color on a computer screen.
NYU researchers partner with Brooklyn-based tech startup
A group of protestors wearing green shirts with the words “S.O.S. SAVE OUR SUPERMARKET ” printed on them, march along a sidewalk. A woman on the right holds a sign that says “SAVE OUR SUPERMARKET”.
Village residents rally at Bobst to save local Morton Williams
A man stands in front of the fountain at Washington Square Park holding a sign labeled “Free Expression Not Suppression” with his other hand outstretched in a fist. A police officer dressed in uniform stands to the man’s right, facing him.
WSP artists claim uptick in law enforcement ‘intimidation’
A group of about 15 students holding a sign reading “Sunrise Movement N.Y.U.”
Student activists join thousands at March to End Fossil Fuels
The facade of The New Schools Fifth Avenue building at night. Letters behind large windows spell out the universitys name and the lights of passing cars are blurred.
New School student workers fighting for union recognition
A line of police officers in riot helmets stand in a crosswalk. Behind them, metal barricades contain a dense crowd of young people.
Streamer Kai Cenat’s meetup stirs up mayhem in Union Square
(Graphic by Krish Dev)
Over half of students do not know about the student government, WSN survey finds
An N.Y.U. Athletics jersey hangs on a pole.
‘We’ve been suffering in silence’: NYU ignored misconduct complaints, sources say
Ten men and women in suits and dresses stand in front of a purple background that says “New York Digital Vision Forum”.
NYU launches new AI initiative with South Korean research university
A woman with blonde hair is smiling. She is wearing pearl earrings and a pearl necklace.
Chief investment officer steps down after 8 years
Graphs of varying color on a computer screen.
NYU researchers partner with Brooklyn-based tech startup
A large group of people sit on the large staircase inside the lobby of New York University’s Kimmel Center for University Life, with one person in the front row holding a sign with text “WOMAN LIFE FREEDOM” printed on it.
Students demand more from Hamilton on Iran demonstrations
The logo of New York Universitys Asian/Pacific/American Studies in white in the middle of leaves and flowers.
Asian/Pacific/American Studies major lacks adequate representation, students and faculty say
An exterior shot of the Bronfman Center. On the left is the entrance of the building with a New York University sign that reads “STILL REQUIRED FACE MASK.” On the right is a plaque that reads “New York University 7 The EDGAR M. BRONFMAN CENTER FOR JEWISH STUDENT LIFE”
NYU disputes failing grade on antisemitism report
Dr. Jonathan Haidt speaking in front of an audience with a presentation labeled “The Partisan Divide on Political Values Grows Even Wider” behind him.
Stern professor resigns from professional org. after refusing to write diversity statement
An illustration of a gray facade which reads “NYU School of Global Public Health”, with a purple banner that reads “NYU” on the right side, all against a pale background.
Women with disabilities more likely to report food insecurity, NYU study finds
A colorful illustration of Ryan Cole with lettering below displaying ‘Beyond NYU’
Beyond NYU: Enhancing sound in film and television
A colorful portrait of Lynne Feldman on top of ‘Beyond NYU’ title.
Beyond NYU: Crafting sound waves and creating communities
A portrait of Jordan Plosky with “Beyond N.Y.U.” lettering on top.
Beyond NYU: From rocking out at shows to ramping up creatives
An illustration with the title “To Her Credit” layered over a portrait of Kaitlin Culmo and Emily McDermott.
Beyond NYU: Shining a light on women’s achievements
An illustration of a man wearing a black suit and white shirt. He is pictured inside a planetary illustration with a pink and blue gradient. Behind him is a purple expanse with white planets, stars and the text “Beyond N.Y.U.”
Beyond NYU: Reaching new heights with structural engineering
Doctor Carl Zimmer speaks from the wooden podium in Hemmerdinger Hall. An audience sits in front of him. Behind him is a projector screen displaying two images.
How science journalists reported on the ‘story of our lifetime’
A man wearing a dotted tie, a white shirt and a black suit jacket speaks in an online conference session. Behind him are a bookshelf and five clocks displaying times in different time zones.
Minnesota prof criticizes public health response at COVID-19 lecture
An illustration of a COVID-19 vaccination card in the background with a half-full syringe on the left of the foreground and a bottle reading “COVID-19 VACCINE BOOSTER” on the right.
Most NYU students haven’t received the bivalent booster, WSN survey finds
A building which has NYU and NYU Steinhardt flags hoisted from a walls.
After one month of checking visitor vax cards, NYU gives up
Seven students wear masks while sitting at their desks in an NYU classroom. A professor sitting on a table listens to a student.
Immunocompromised students concerned following mask mandate removal
People bike on a sunny evening on the street at Central Park.
Fall in love with these NYC autumn festivities
An illustration of three legs wearing shoes of different types and colors placed in front of a colorful background.
Fall flats that won’t cramp your style — or your feet
Multiple models dressed in a variety of clothing are sitting, standing or posing. The background is white and to the left of the photo is a camera and a canvas.
Paris Fashion Week: Fashion meets art at Jarel Zhang’s SS24 exhibition
People standing in front of a Mexican-style tent with a sign that says “Classic Mexican Mole” and “Nixtamal”.
Evening eats at the Queens Night Market
Two mooncakes are on a plate, sitting on a table. To the left of the photo there is a blue-and-white teapot.
Moonstruck for mooncakes at the Mid-Autumn Festival
An illustration of three legs wearing shoes of different types and colors placed in front of a colorful background.
Fall flats that won’t cramp your style — or your feet
Multiple models dressed in a variety of clothing are sitting, standing or posing. The background is white and to the left of the photo is a camera and a canvas.
Paris Fashion Week: Fashion meets art at Jarel Zhang’s SS24 exhibition
A colorful illustration of six different handbags: a blue laptop bag, a brown designer bag, a pink Jansport backpack, a black designer tote bag, a cream fabric tote bag, and a brown vintage messenger bag.
Ranked: School bags
Three pairs of models stand together in a horizontal line wearing cream, red and murky blue outfits respectively. The models are wearing clothes from CLARA SON.
WSN at New York Fashion Week
A model wearing a baggy, red V-neck overshirt with two purple stripes on each sleeve and a purple letter W on the center walks on a runway. The model is wearing a long-sleeved purple shirt under the overshirt, and baggy, red leather-like pants. The model wears two stud earrings, and black shoes. A model wearing a floor-length, denim button-up overcoat with only the top two buttons closed and jeans with the fly unbuttoned walks on a runway. The model is pregnant, with the open coat revealing a pregnant stomach. The model wears brown lace-up boots, with thumbs hooked in the pants’ pockets. A model wearing a black, seemingly leather, crop top, closed in the front by two buttons, walks on a runway. The model wears a white beanie and baggy, purple pans with big pockets on both legs. The model’s boxers are slightly visible above the pants. The model wears small, gold-colored hoop earrings, and brown lace-up boots.
WHENSMOKECLEARS brings ‘Uptown Couture’ to the runway
Multiple models dressed in a variety of clothing are sitting, standing or posing. The background is white and to the left of the photo is a camera and a canvas.
Paris Fashion Week: Fashion meets art at Jarel Zhang’s SS24 exhibition
Three pairs of models stand together in a horizontal line wearing cream, red and murky blue outfits respectively. The models are wearing clothes from CLARA SON.
WSN at New York Fashion Week
A model wearing a baggy, red V-neck overshirt with two purple stripes on each sleeve and a purple letter W on the center walks on a runway. The model is wearing a long-sleeved purple shirt under the overshirt, and baggy, red leather-like pants. The model wears two stud earrings, and black shoes. A model wearing a floor-length, denim button-up overcoat with only the top two buttons closed and jeans with the fly unbuttoned walks on a runway. The model is pregnant, with the open coat revealing a pregnant stomach. The model wears brown lace-up boots, with thumbs hooked in the pants’ pockets. A model wearing a black, seemingly leather, crop top, closed in the front by two buttons, walks on a runway. The model wears a white beanie and baggy, purple pans with big pockets on both legs. The model’s boxers are slightly visible above the pants. The model wears small, gold-colored hoop earrings, and brown lace-up boots.
WHENSMOKECLEARS brings ‘Uptown Couture’ to the runway
From left to right: a model walking down the runway in a blue blazer and teal high-low skirt; a model walking down the runway in a yellow one-piece body suit with a beige overcoat;; a model walking down the runway in a blue silky see-through dress.
Chuks Collins creates waves at New York Fashion Week
A model wears a beige floral shirt.
Victor dE Souza’s ‘Siren & Muses’ collection is a coastal dream turned reality
People standing in front of a Mexican-style tent with a sign that says “Classic Mexican Mole” and “Nixtamal”.
Evening eats at the Queens Night Market
Two mooncakes are on a plate, sitting on a table. To the left of the photo there is a blue-and-white teapot.
Moonstruck for mooncakes at the Mid-Autumn Festival
A colorful illustration of a plate containing arroz con leche on top of a napkin and spoon, with the background of the red, green, and white Mexico flag.
Hispanic Heritage Month: Cinnamon, rice and everything nice
An illustration of a plate of arroz con chuletas with the Puerto Rican flag as the background.
Hispanic Heritage Month: Arroz, chuletas, amarillos and a dash of love
A man dressed in a white shirt with red shorts and black shoes walks down the middle of rows of grocery items, including chips, straws, and toys.
Skip Whole Foods and try these more affordable alternatives
Attendees of the Brown Sugar Brilliance club meeting talking to each other in a circle while smiling. A bubble floats in the air.
Brown Sugar Brilliance sweetens the soul with Black queer excellence
A colorful illustration of a plate containing arroz con leche on top of a napkin and spoon, with the background of the red, green, and white Mexico flag.
Hispanic Heritage Month: Cinnamon, rice and everything nice
The façade of Judson Memorial Church, which has columns made of red bricks, stained windows and a cross at the top.
Greenwich Village church that supported abortion access in the ’60s continues activism
Above a crowd in a park, protesters hold blue, pink and white transgender flags and a sign reading “you will never eradicate us.”
For trans people, what comes after visibility?
Koda Fraga and Leo Koulish sit together on the grass in Washington Square Park with the sun shining on them. They are holding each other and smiling at the camera.
Love in a time of transphobia
Illustration depicting two rows of professors from the chest up.
Ranked: Five professors that’ll make or break your semester
A colorful illustration of six different handbags: a blue laptop bag, a brown designer bag, a pink Jansport backpack, a black designer tote bag, a cream fabric tote bag, and a brown vintage messenger bag.
Ranked: School bags
(Illustration by Aaliya Luthra)
Ranked: Students who study abroad
Collage of images and objects featured in WSN’s ranked column during the 2021-22 school year. At the center, Sabrina Choudhary and Joey Hung, the writers of the column, set against a background of a photograph of the Andromeda galaxy. The images and objects include a photo of the Trader Joe’s logo, a screenshot from the NYU Affirmations Instagram page, the Washington Square Park fountain, WSN Managing Editor Trace Miller, two cans of hard seltzer, Washington Square Mews, and a collage with the words “Ranked: NYU.”
Ranked: Our own Ranked articles
A yellow bag, rolling papers, an orange lighter, a dollar bill, and a small green grinder on top of a red bag.
Ranked: Quintessential NYU experiences
A somber-looking man with graying hair in an orange shirt leans his face against the back of a taller man, who is wrapped in a towel.
NYFF 61 Review: ‘Strange Way of Life’ is Almodóvar’s spin on the Wild West
A man wearing a backwards cap, a white shirt and a black jacket stands behind a D.J.’s turntable. Behind him is a wall decorated with records.
Producer and NYU junior Ryan Jacob on his musical journey
A woman in a camo-colored plaid jacket wearing a green baseball cap and sunglasses sits behind the wheel of a car.
Review: Doja Cat’s ‘Scarlet’ fires back at the doubters
This is an illustration that features an open book page with scribbles and hearts drawn on it. To the right, there is one red book titled “The Book of Love,” and a green book on top of it titled, “POEMS.”
NYU’s creative writing program celebrates love with readings of admirable poems
A person with long hair, a sunflower tattoo on his right hand, and a bead bracelet on his left hand looks out of the window.
Review: Briston Maroney’s ‘Ultrapure’ is a mature reflection on growing up
A large crowd of people stand and walk around by blue, white and red tents. Behind the tent area is a white building with two banners that read “Brooklyn Book Festival.”
The Brooklyn Book Festival: A must-visit for literary lovers
An illustration of a person standing behind a podium and reading a book to two other people.
NYU’s creative writing department kicks off its fall 2023 reading series
An interior space surrounded on all sides by bookshelves. In the middle are two red chairs. In the background, a person wearing a black shirt stands in front of a bookshelf.
Independent bookstores that are better than the Strand
An older woman sits next to a young boy on a bench and offers him food with her arm around his shoulder. A soccer ball rests beside them on the ground. The background is dark blue.
‘Offside’ comic divulges a personal reflection on Qatar’s dangerous labor conditions
An illustration of writer Annie Ernaux wearing a green shirt and holding her head with her left hand.
Review: Annie Ernaux’s ‘Happening’ illustrates the necessity of reproductive care
A somber-looking man with graying hair in an orange shirt leans his face against the back of a taller man, who is wrapped in a towel.
NYFF 61 Review: ‘Strange Way of Life’ is Almodóvar’s spin on the Wild West
This is a still from an animated film. It features a boy and a man, with a nose resembling a beak, looking at each other. They are sitting by a green table with tea cups in front of them.
NYFF 61 Review: ‘The Boy and the Heron’ and the relationship between loss and discovery
Actor Paul Dano wearing a blue shirt and red headband sits in a brown desk chair. He is speaking into a red microphone while looking at two computer monitors. The image is from the film “Dumb Money.”
Review: ‘Dumb Money’ wages war on the wealthy through sensory overload
Actresses Natalie Portman, on the left, and Julianne Moore, on the right, look into the camera as if it is a mirror. Natalie Portman holds a notepad and pen while Julianne Moore holds a makeup sponge and lipstick. The image is from the film “May December.”
WSN’s guide to the 61st New York Film Festival
An illustration of a laptop whose screen shows a person wearing a tracksuit leaning over a luggage on a bench. The laptop sits on purple blankets and a cup of tea is also on the blanket.
Off the Radar: ‘Alice in the Cities,’ a guide for lost souls
A man wearing a backwards cap, a white shirt and a black jacket stands behind a D.J.’s turntable. Behind him is a wall decorated with records.
Producer and NYU junior Ryan Jacob on his musical journey
A woman in a camo-colored plaid jacket wearing a green baseball cap and sunglasses sits behind the wheel of a car.
Review: Doja Cat’s ‘Scarlet’ fires back at the doubters
A person with long hair, a sunflower tattoo on his right hand, and a bead bracelet on his left hand looks out of the window.
Review: Briston Maroney’s ‘Ultrapure’ is a mature reflection on growing up
A black and white shot of singer-songwriter Zach Bryan. He is standing behind a microphone and singing while playing the guitar. There is smoke going up behind him.
Review: Zach Bryan’s ‘Boys Of Faith’ is the perfect folk EP for the nostalgics
Singer-songwriter and N.Y.U. student Val Olson, or Deadbeat Girl, sings on a concert stage lit up in blue alongside a bass player. Under the stage, audience members record her performance on their phones.
Deadbeat Girl speaks on artistic collaboration and current tour
An illustration of a human-form collage of arboreal textures and human-figure illustrations.
NYU’s ‘Here Lies Love’ syllabus dives deep into the controversial musical
A group of people wearing black formalwear stands on an opera stage holding bouquets of flowers and clapping around a man wearing a blue suit with his hand over his heart looking up at the audience.
‘Furiosus’: NYU Casa Italiana opera tells a story of love, despair and madness
A Playbill with an image of corn on the cover is placed on top of a fabric bag. A button is pictured, with an image of corn and the text, “I got shucked on Broadway!”
Review: ‘Shucked’: How Broadway’s newest comedy subverts theater tropes
An illustration of a person with a blank face, wearing a black turtleneck sweater against a yellow background. There is a red question mark on the person’s face and text “hanksy” next to it. Several abstract patterns are drawn around the person.
The unexpected connection between Adam Himebauch, Adam Lucas and Hanksy
A woman wearing an orange dress sits in a sofa chair on stage in front of a gray backdrop with smudged square patterns on it.
Q&A: Marjan Neshat on ‘Sandra’ and her Iranian identity
A still from the video game Return to Monkey Island depicts a locksmith wearing a pair of black goggles, standing behind the counter of a workshop. The workshop is decorated with various keys.
Review: ‘Return to Monkey Island’ is a nostalgic pirate adventure game
An illustration of a man holding a gun and wearing a khaki trench coat. Behind him there is a mill, and to the left there is text: “Call of Duty Vanguard Warzone Season Two.”
‘Call of Duty’ brings subtle yet impactful changes with new season
Developed by 343 Industries, “Halo Infinite” is the newest installment in the “Halo” franchise. The game has successfully blended familiar aspects of “Halo” with modern first-person shooter elements. (Staff Illustration by Manasa Gudavalli)
‘Halo Infinite’ multiplayer: the revival of a franchise
“Call of Duty: Vanguard,” the newest installment in the “Call of Duty” series, will be released on Nov. 5. The multiplayer beta, which allowed players to try the game’s multiplayer mode before release, proves to be promising despite a few issues. (Staff Illustration by Manasa Gudavalli)
Review: ‘Call of Duty: Vanguard’ beta revives the first-person shooter
Though historical revisionism is an issue in video games, taking liberties with the details can enhance the game play experience. (Staff Illustration by Manasa Gudavalli)
‘Call of Duty: Vanguard’ demands historical distortion
A street of New York City covered in rain and fog. Two people are walking on the sidewalk holding umbrellas.
Opinion: NYU needs to update its severe weather policy
A sign inside Grand Central Terminal that says “Hudson Lines Departures”, with departure times, track numbers, and destinations listed on it.
Opinion: Upstate New York is underrated
A graphic with three strips of excerpts from a lawsuit document against a background of players competing on a volleyball court. The court has the logo of N.Y.U. Athletics in the middle.
Editorial: NYU, why didn’t you call Robinson’s foul?
An illustration of a black megaphone that reads ‘STAFF RANTS’ in white letters. There are black and white lines coming out of the megaphone. The background is red.
Staff Rants: School-life balance
The close-up shot of a hand scanning an NYU ID card above a card reader.
Opinion: Swipe it Forward is taking a step backward
A graphic with three strips of excerpts from a lawsuit document against a background of players competing on a volleyball court. The court has the logo of N.Y.U. Athletics in the middle.
Editorial: NYU, why didn’t you call Robinson’s foul?
Inside a New York City polling site. A red Vote N.Y.C. sign in the foreground, and a polling booth in the background.
Editorial: New York needs you to vote tomorrow
Protesters walk down University Place holding large signs that read “N.Y.U. OWES ADJUNCTS” and “UNION POWER.”
Editorial: NYU’s adjunct union tentative contract shouldn’t have taken this long
A man reading the October 4, 2022, edition of The New York Times. The newspaper headline reads “N.Y.U. Students Were Failing Class. The Professor Lost His Job.”
Editorial: The New York Times article on Maitland Jones was incomplete.
A masked student sits in an NYU common area. She is surrounded by tables, chairs and a foosball table.
Editorial: NYU lifted its mask mandate, but now isn’t the time to be idle
A street of New York City covered in rain and fog. Two people are walking on the sidewalk holding umbrellas.
Opinion: NYU needs to update its severe weather policy
A sign inside Grand Central Terminal that says “Hudson Lines Departures”, with departure times, track numbers, and destinations listed on it.
Opinion: Upstate New York is underrated
Exterior of an N.Y.U. building.
Opinion: NYU should be more transparent about its investments
A manipulated image showing a red broken-heart emoji superimposed against a warped image of the New York City skyline.
Opinion: NYC is the best place to get over heartbreak
A person wearing a black coat, red hoodie and red pants sits on a stone bench in a park with a small table in front of them. On the table is a glass jar with cannabis joints in it.
Opinion: Stop buying weed from Washington Square Park
An illustration of a white speech bubble that reads “This shit sucks” in black font. Next to it, another speech bubble that is blue and reads “Right?”. Both speech bubbles are against a gray grid background.
Opinion: A 3-step guide to complaining correctly
An illustration of a purple world map with four circles of club logos overlaying it. The top left circle has text “the French club” with the French flag drawn inside the letter “F” against a blue background. The top right circle has the tip of the Empire State Building lit with green, white and red lights and text “ITALIAN CLUB AT N.Y.U.” against a light blue background. The bottom left circle has text “C.M.S” in red and a red flower icon. The bottom right circle has text “Russian Club at N.Y.U” in red against a white background.
Opinion: NYU should promote more conversation clubs
An illustration of a tweet from user @A1exandraCohen with text “if i EVER get Twitter blue, just know it’s a cry for help.” against a blue background. The tweet has two likes.
Opinion: Students can save Twitter
An illustration of white wired earphones surrounded by musical notes, against a blue background.
Opinion: It’s high time we embrace pop music again
An illustration of a hand with red fingernails holds a smartphone that displays a BeReal interface. The woman takes a selfie while she pets her dog.
Opinion: Let’s be real about BeReal
A street of New York City covered in rain and fog. Two people are walking on the sidewalk holding umbrellas.
Opinion: NYU needs to update its severe weather policy
The “swap” and “drop” buttons on Albert displayed on a laptop screen, with the mouse hovering above the “swap” button.
Opinion: The case for extending the add/drop period
A wall covered with purple wallpaper and text saying “REIMAGINING THE LIBRARY’S FIRST FLOOR” above “MID-OCTOBER 2023.”
Opinion: Bobst’s construction is too disruptive for studying
A purple N.Y.U. flag hanging off of a building’s facade.
Opinion: The 18-credit limit is a barrier to success
An aerial view of the Washington Square Arch with a crowd of N.Y.U. students wearing purple outfits in front.
Opinion: Bring back the ‘Why NYU?’ essay
A wrecking ball comically shatters the Washington Square Arch into pieces. An X shape of yellow-and-black striped tape is behind the image, in front of a paler yellow background.
Off-Third: NYU to demolish Washington Square Park for campus expansion
An illustration of a black car with N.Y.U. Safe Ride logos on the hood and side. On top of the illustration is a smartphone displaying an application called “N.Y.U. Safe Ride.”
Off-Third: NYU Safe Ride adds skateboard service
A photo of Andrew Hamilton, the president of N.Y.U., wearing a brown suit with red glowing eyes. Above his left hand is an illustration of a paper box with red glowing lights.
Off-Third: Hamilton is behind storage company email spam
A flag with N.Y.U.’s logo hangs from a red brick building.
Off-Third: NYU to adopt Ticketmaster strategy for housing and course selection
A purple flag with the logo of N.Y.U. hangs from a building.
Off-Third: NYU spends entire budget on admitted students weekend
An illustration of a white postcard with a red stamp in the top right corner. On the postcard are the words “letter to the editor” in a cursive style. Behind the postcard is a closed gray envelope.
Letter to the Editor: Silver School dean on the case for a tuition-free social work education
An illustration of a white postcard with a red stamp in the top right corner. On the postcard are the words “letter to the editor” in a cursive style. Behind the postcard is a closed gray envelope.
Letter to the Editor: Wasserman Center director on the Handshake job search platform
An illustration of a white postcard with a red stamp in the top right corner. On the postcard are the words “letter to the editor” in a cursive style. Behind the postcard is a closed gray envelope.
Letter to the Editor: CWS director on suicide response and mental health resources
An illustration of a white postcard with a red stamp in the top right corner. On the postcard are the words “letter to the editor” in a cursive style. Behind the postcard is a closed gray envelope.
Letter to the Editor: NYU remains committed to NYU Tel Aviv
An illustration of a white postcard with a red stamp in the top right corner. On the postcard are the words “letter to the editor” in a cursive style. Behind the postcard is a closed gray envelope.
Letter to the Editor: An open letter to President Hamilton
The close-up shot of a hand scanning an NYU ID card above a card reader.
Opinion: Swipe it Forward is taking a step backward
The “swap” and “drop” buttons on Albert displayed on a laptop screen, with the mouse hovering above the “swap” button.
Opinion: The case for extending the add/drop period
A wall covered with purple wallpaper and text saying “REIMAGINING THE LIBRARY’S FIRST FLOOR” above “MID-OCTOBER 2023.”
Opinion: Bobst’s construction is too disruptive for studying
A shot of the Paulson Center gym. Students are standing and looking around. There is a sign for the Pakistani Student’s Association to the right and a Greek flag to the left.
Opinion: NYU Club Fest was far too chaotic to enjoy
Multiple students sit at long tables working on their computers. To the right is a long window facing Washington Square Park.
Opinion: Dear NYU, upperclassmen are students too
A collage of three excerpts from a lawsuit against a gray background. The excerpts are highlighted to show the inappropriate comments made by Athletic Director Stuart Robinson.
‘Sexually crude and puerile’: suspended Athletics Director named in 2018 Title IX lawsuit
Protesters walk down University Place holding large signs that read ”N.Y.U. OWES ADJUNCTS” and “UNION POWER.”
University denies foul play after adjuncts’ courses changed
A man in formal attire on the left and a logo of N.Y.U. Athletics on the right.
Athletics director placed on administrative leave after alleged inappropriate behavior
A blue psilocybin capsule inside a glass can placed on a windowsill.
NYU in the psychedelic renaissance
A cargo loading dock with maintenance equipment and trash cans inside.
Acquired, stored, forgotten: NYU Dentistry’s collection of Indigenous remains
A person poses with their arms crossed on the deck of the swimming pool.
From Crimson Tide to city life, swimmer Derek Maas has done it all
A yellow N.Y.U. Athletics jersey hangs on a pole.
NYU Athletics: A look back on the 2022-23 season
A woman wearing a purple jacket with N.Y.U.’s name on it in white throws a silver shot put ball from behind a bar with the letters “J.C.S.” on it. Behind the player are multiple people standing in front of fencing.
Meet the NYU sophomore who broke a 23-year-old school record
A group of volleyball players wearing purple N.Y.U. uniforms huddled while standing in an indoor volleyball court.
NYU men’s volleyball falls at first hurdle in UVC quarterfinals
N.Y.U. swimmer Caitlin Marshall swims in a pool with other athletes in adjacent lanes.
A swimming star’s reflection on her NYU season
An illustration of an aerial view of Washington Square Park overlaid with texts that read Welcome Home! and N.Y.U.
Welcome Home, Class of 2027
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Giovanni (right) sits with his mentor on Bleecker Street. (Sheridan Smith for WSN)
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An aerial view of the Washington Square Arch with a crowd of NYU students wearing purple outfits in the background and holding up giant NYU letters.
A Photographic Welcome to Washington Square Park
Your Love-Hate Relationship with Bobst
Your Love-Hate Relationship with Bobst
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 Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque has gold-painted palm tree marble pillars.
Travel with Rosh: Seeing the world through locals and their histories
Two people kneeling close to one another while on a stage. The person in the background is sitting behind the person in the foreground. She has her arms wrapped around the other person, who is crying.
NYU student production “Mariposa” brings Latina representation to the stage
An aerial view of the Washington Square Arch with a crowd of NYU students wearing purple outfits in the background and holding up giant NYU letters.
A Photographic Welcome to Washington Square Park
Your Love-Hate Relationship with Bobst
Your Love-Hate Relationship with Bobst
The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque has gold-painted palm tree marble pillars.
Travel with Rosh: Seeing the world through locals and their histories
A group of people roller skate in Central Park, the person in the front wears a black top, rolled up pants, and red skates. The skaters in the back wear jeans, t-shirts and black skates.
Central Park skating is back in full swing this spring
A blue psilocybin capsule inside a glass can placed on a windowsill.
NYU in the psychedelic renaissance
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
Two people kneeling close to one another while on a stage. The person in the background is sitting behind the person in the foreground. She has her arms wrapped around the other person, who is crying.
NYU student production “Mariposa” brings Latina representation to the stage
An actor sitting in front of a mirror in a dressing room, wearing a black-and-white striped shirt and applying makeup with a brush.
Tisch Drama students call for cooling off exercises in acting classes
A reporter interview a rally attendee wearing a white shirt and a green jacket.
Video: Protesters, supporters clash ahead of Trump arraignment
A mother with her four children all wearing white outfits.
NYU alum helps daughters become mothers
Class of 2023 graduates from the Executive Program in Health Systems celebrate in July in Manhattan. From left are Lauren Kraus, Tamiqua Graham, Erica Lester, Danyel Christopher and Samantha Zerrenner. Image Credit: Trent Campbell / Jonathan Heisler Photography
Health systems master’s program celebrates 10 years
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Bobby Wagner, Managing Editor

Bobby Wagner is the Managing Editor for the Washington Square News. He's from Philly, much like his icon, Meek Mill. You can catch him yelling abhorrent things about Mets opponents into his grainy dorm room TV or queuing up a sandwich from the Palladium Deli. Clearly, he enjoys the finer things in life. Once, former Assistant Managing Editor John Ambrosio described him as "a bro, but with a few more layers." Sometimes others know you better than you know yourself. Follow him on Twitter for all that good good.

All content by Bobby Wagner

Return of NYU football more trouble than it’s worth

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor • Oct 15, 2015
NYU football sounds good on paper, but sports editor Bobby Wagner advises against it.
Patricia Stirb recorded five blocks in Wednesdays match against Stevens.

Women’s volleyball on track after win versus Stevens

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor • Oct 14, 2015
The NYU women's volleyball team looked to reach the .500 mark for the first time since September 26 against Stevens Institute of Technology.

Out of Bounds: Sports at NYU

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor • Oct 13, 2015

This week, WSN explores sports at NYU and the financial and cultural challenges that stand in the way of our athletic program.

NYUs forgotten culture

NYU’s forgotten culture

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor • Oct 13, 2015
Out of Bounds: sports at NYU from a cultural perspective
Shelby King led NYU with 18 kills on Saturday, day One of UAA Round Robin.

Women’s volleyball suffers in UAA play

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor • Oct 5, 2015
The women's volleyball team suffered a winless weekend in their first UAA tournament of the season.
NYU Hockey talks about their goals for the upcoming season.

Hockey plans to ‘fail their way to success’

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor • Sep 28, 2015
The NYU hockey team begins their title defense on Oct. 2 in Chelsea Piers.

Karn Setya: From cricket to cross country

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor • Sep 22, 2015
Sophomore runner Karn Setya reflects on his childhood influenced by his Indian roots.
Women’s volleyball player Alexis Jackson.

Sophomore mixes hip-hop with volleyball

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor • Sep 21, 2015
Sophomore volleyball player Alexis Jackson discusses the struggles of her first year at NYU and discovering how her hobbies can become her profession.

California golfer adjusts to NYC

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor • Sep 14, 2015
Sophomore golfer Kristin Lee has already broken two records for the women's golf team this year. She'll look to build on her success as she becomes even more accustomed to life in NYC.
Kim Wyant is an American Soccer player, and was the first Goalkeeper for the 1985 US Womens National team.

U.S Soccer pioneer takes over men’s soccer team

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor • Sep 9, 2015
New men's soccer coach Kim Wyant discusses taking over the program and using her background in U.S women's team soccer to impact the team.

Staff Recommendations: Back to School Songs

Maddie Pazzani, E.R. Pulgar, Allison Stubblebine, Bobby Wagner, Alex Bazeley, Joseph Myers, Audrey Deng, and Richard Shu • Sep 9, 2015
As we approach the end of summer and the start of autumn, listen to these WSN staff-recommended songs to start the semester on the right foot.
Matt Harvey is a professional baseball pitcher for the New York Mets.

The Matt Harvey Question

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor • Sep 9, 2015
With so much riding on a September playoff push, what should the Mets do about their charismatic ace just one year removed from Tommy John surgery?
Petter Aasa, who will have served as captain for two seasons, will leave the team upon graduation in May.

Captain Aasa reflects on NYU admission

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor • Sep 8, 2015
NYU men's soccer captain Petter Aasa discusses his transition from Sweden to the States.
The NYU Coles sports center before the construction.

Tentative date set for closing of Coles this fall

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor • Aug 28, 2015
NYU sent an email over the summer that shows Coles Sports Center will be closed in the coming months, which will affect sports teams and athletes.
Lexi Clarke was recently invited to the Ecuadorian National team camp.

Junior heads to Ecuador for soccer

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor • Apr 28, 2015
NYU junior midfielder Lexi Clarke was invited to the Ecuadorian women's national soccer camp last week. This week she attempts to make the squad.
Powers leads the Association in the 100m and 200m entering UAAs.

Track posts varied championship results

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor • Apr 26, 2015
The track team traveled to Philadelphia for the Penn Relays over the weekend, a huge event for track athletes of all ages.
Outfielder Adrian Spitz during a game against the Bard Raptors at MCU Park in Brooklyn, NY on April 18, 2015.

Spitz transfers to NYU for athletics, academics

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor • Apr 19, 2015
Baseball player Adrian Spitz takes a break from the diamond to discuss his journey to get to NYU.
Benson led the Violets in digs and kills on Saturday.

Volleyball season ended by Stevens

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor • Apr 12, 2015
The men's volleyball season came to an end Saturday with a 3-0 loss to the Stevens Institute of Technology.

Messi vs. Ronaldo: A career-long fight worth appreciating

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor • Apr 9, 2015
A personal reflection on the stars dominating soccer right now.
LaPorte led #9 NYU with a season-best 16 kills.

Volleyball strong with 10-man team

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor • Apr 8, 2015
The volleyball team looked to get their season headed in the right direction as they approach the postseason.
NYU President John Sexton holds the game ball of the baseball teams last club game.

Sexton talks NYU baseball revival

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor • Apr 6, 2015
President John Sexton reflects on how he has become such a huge baseball fan, and what the return of NYU baseball means to him.
The NYU hockey team celebrates after defeating Florida Gulf Coast University, 5-4, to win the ACHA D2 National Championship on Tuesday.

Men’s hockey wins ACHA championship

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor • Mar 25, 2015
The NYU hockey team competed in the American Collegiate Hockey Association National Championship on Tuesday night.
The NYU hockey team is headed to the AHCA National Championship after beating Lindenwood University in Utah on Monday.

Hockey moves on to nationals

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor • Mar 23, 2015

The NYU hockey team’s national tournament run continued in Utah Monday night. After an 8-1 drubbing of Lindenwood University, the Violets are headed to the American Hockey Coaches...

March Madness in full swing

March Madness in full swing

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor • Mar 23, 2015
2015 March Madness is in full swing. What about this unique tournament makes it so captivating year after year for millions of viewers?

Violets gear up for national championship

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor • Mar 10, 2015
The NYU hockey team looks to take nationals by storm.

Basketball teams finish seasons

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor • Mar 9, 2015
The men's and women's basketball teams left it all on the floor this past weekend in their respective end-of-the-season tournaments.
Patrick Burns takes a shot from in deep against Rutgers on Wednesday.

Udine, Burns lead team to victory

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor • Mar 5, 2015
The NYU men's basketball team competed in the first round of the Eastern Collegiate Athletic Conference on Wednesday.

Coach, players volunteer with kids

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor • Feb 24, 2015
NYU wrestlers volunteer at Gotham City Wrestling to help keep kids off the streets while also teaching them the fundamentals of wrestling.

Speculation over shut down of Carmelo Anthony

Bobby Wagner, News Editor • Feb 19, 2015
Fans speculate about the reasons for the Knicks shutting down star player Carmelo Anthony.
Quidditch sweeps competition

Quidditch sweeps competition

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor • Feb 17, 2015
The NYU Quidditch team excels as a niche sport.
Senior captain Dan Fortuno led the Violets to a 3-2 victory over University of New Hampshire during Fridays game.

NYU hockey looks to skate into varsity DIII

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor • Feb 17, 2015
As their successful season comes to a close, NYU hockey is looking to become a varsity sport, and perhaps jump arenas.
Hakeem Haris has felt very confident about his season so far.

Harris finds home on NYU’s court

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor • Feb 12, 2015
Hakeem Harris, becoming eligible halfway through the season, has helped lead the NYU men's basketball team to a hopeful NCAA tournament run.
The NYU Hockey team will play its final home game against the University of New Hampshire this Friday, Feb. 13.

Men’s hockey trounces weekend competition

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor • Feb 10, 2015
The hockey team continued their winning ways over the weekend by beating Keene State College and Marist College in convincing fashion.
Evan Kupferberg shoots during a game against Emory.

Basketball star shoots for NCAA tourney

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor • Feb 5, 2015
NYU men's basketball star Evan Kupferberg hopes to lead the Violets to the NCAA tournament this season.

Video: Weekend Sports Recap Feb. 1

Feb 2, 2015

WSN's sports editor, Bobby Wagner, recaps NYU's weekend sports.

William Patterson forward Richard Pallai, right, attempts a shootout on NYU goaltender Jack Nebe. Nebe made the stop against Pallai, a former Violet who led NYU in points in 2012-2013.

Men’s hockey wins over rival William Paterson

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor • Feb 2, 2015
The NYU Hockey team came up big in a huge match over the weekend against rival William Paterson, making an emotional #DaleyStrong night even more emotional.
The Violets skate to congratulate goaltender Sam Daley after winning against UConn.

Violets goalie Sam Daley recovering from surgery

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor • Jan 26, 2015
NYU hockey goaltender Sam Daley has faced more than just opponents slap-shots this season.
Violets beat Brooklyn College 58-42

Violets beat Brooklyn College 58-42

Bobby Wagner, Staff Writer • Dec 4, 2014
NYU women's basketball bested Brooklyn College Tuesday night by a score of 58-42.
Rookies’ salaries problematic

Rookies’ salaries problematic

Bobby Wagner, Staff Writer • Dec 2, 2014
The failure of first round draft picks should change the way we think about paying players
Sophomore Alec Papesch, fights through the John Jay defense to get the ball in the hoop.

Basketball brings strong wins, one loss

Bobby Wagner, Staff Writer • Nov 24, 2014
Men's and women's basketball were in action this weekend on the road.
Captain looks forward to strong season

Captain looks forward to strong season

Bobby Wagner, Staff Writer • Nov 18, 2014
WSN sat down with NYU swimmer Jerry Crowley to discuss his aspirations and best memories with his team.
Sophomore keeper Lucas Doucette stopped a season-high 11 shots on Wednesday.

Violets win in penalty kicks

Bobby Wagner, Staff Writer • Nov 13, 2014
Men's soccer advanced to the next round of the ECAC tournament after winning in a penalty kick shootout.
Seniors send women’s volleyball team to final victory

Seniors send women’s volleyball team to final victory

Bobby Wagner, Staff Writer • Nov 10, 2014
The women's volleyball team ended the season on a good note with a win against Brandeis University.

Violet wrestler reflects on academic, athletic goals

Bobby Wagner, Staff Writer • Nov 4, 2014
After a strong start to the season, WSN sits down with NYU wrestler John Messinger

Intensity, aggression important parts of competition

Bobby Wagner, Staff Writer • Oct 30, 2014
The intensity of the athletes and their innate desire to win is why fans love sports.
Volleyball beats Baruch, loses to Richard Stockton

Volleyball beats Baruch, loses to Richard Stockton

Bobby Wagner, Staff Writer • Oct 27, 2014
Women's volleyball split their weekend against Richard Stockton and Baruch.
Volleyball loses fourth straight game

Volleyball loses fourth straight game

Bobby Wagner, Staff Writer • Oct 23, 2014
In a hard fought match, NYU fells to Stevens Institute of Technology three sets to two
Georgia Bulldogs running back Todd Gurley is the latest involved in an NCAA scandal for getting paid to sign autographs.

NCAA should focus on larger infractions in athletic policy

Bobby Wagner, Staff Columnist • Oct 20, 2014
The NCAA needs to focus on decreasing violence instead of small mishaps such as Todd Gurley's recent scandal.
Junior Madeline King represented NYU in the finals.

Violets compete in NY DIII Championships

Bobby Wagner, Contributing Writer • Oct 16, 2014
Women's tennis experienced some individual success at their last fall tournament
gonyuathletics.com Sophomore midfielder Peter Aasa recorded an assist on Tuesday afternoon against New Jersey City University.

Men’s Soccer beats NJCU with late goal

Bobby Wagner, Contributing Writer • Oct 8, 2014
Men's soccer defeated New Jersey City University 1-0 on Tuesday night in NJ.
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FIFA 15 excels in realistic graphics

Bobby Wagner, Contributing Writer • Oct 7, 2014
FIFA '15 hit shelves last week. What is its place in college dorm rooms compared to other iconic games?
Vegas Kastberg passes the ball to Nicolas Notaro during Saturday’s game.

Violets victorious against Rochester

Bobby Wagner, Contributing Writer • Oct 6, 2014
Men's soccer beat UAA opponent the University of Rochester 2-0 on Saturday
Nicole Frias spikes the ball while playing at NYUs Violet Classic in September at Coles Sports Center.

Volleyball star discusses leadership

Bobby Wagner, Contributing Writer • Oct 2, 2014
A sit down with Nicole Frias, a women's volleyball player who was named Athlete of the Week by NYU Athletics
via gonyuathletics.com

NYU Lady Violets score big, win 5-1

Bobby Wagner, Contributing Writer • Sep 29, 2014
The women's soccer team routed DeSales University 5-1 over the weekend.
Penalty kick gives Violets the win

Penalty kick gives Violets the win

Bobby Wagner, Contributing Writer • Sep 24, 2014
Men's soccer takes the game in a last-minute winning penalty kick.
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US hoops should be appreciated

Bobby Wagner, Contributing Columnist • Sep 23, 2014
The USA's dominance of the FIBA World Cup went relatively unnoticed, but Americans should be more proud of their dominance.
via gonyuathletics.com

Volleyball coach discusses team’s success

Bobby Wagner, Contributing Writer • Sep 22, 2014
Interview with fourth year women's volleyball head coach Jolie Ward.
Matt D. Goldman

Women’s volleyball wins in a shut out against Hunter College

Bobby Wagner, Contributing Writer • Sep 11, 2014
After a disappointing weekend, the Lady Violets got back on track with a 3-0 victory over Hunter College.
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Remembering 9/11 through the Piazza homerun

Bobby Wagner, Contributing Columnist • Sep 11, 2014
A look back on a night when baseball became bigger than just a game.
via wikipedia.org

NFL response to Rice intolerable

Bobby Wagner, Contributing Columnist • Sep 9, 2014
The way our culture, let alone the NFL, handles celebrity criminal activity is toxic.
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