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

Washington Square News

Cora Snow

Cora Snow, Deputy News Editor

Cora Snow is a junior at NYU studying journalsim and psychology. In their free time, they enjoy making music, crocheting, and learning as much as they can about whatever niche topic they're interested in at the moment. Find them on Instagram @coraelizabeth18 or email them at [email protected]

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Protesters near Bobst Library hold up signs that read “Israel Apartheid. Blackrock. Labor exploitation. Private prisons. Climate Destruction. Finance Capital.”

Climate advocates call for NYU trustee Larry Fink’s expulsion from board

A group of student climate activists called on NYU to expel a member of its board of trustees for his company’s investments in fossil fuels and private prisons. 
Cora Snow, Deputy News Editor April 21, 2023

Around 20 students, faculty and climate activists gathered at a protest outside Bobst Library on Thursday to demand that BlackRock CEO Laurence Fink be removed from NYU’s board...

An illustration of the Washington Square Arch. Behind the arch sits gray and brown alternating high-rises. On the top right are the words “The Daybook” in an arched shape.

What to do this week: Plant a tree with President Hamilton and a Minecraft tournament

The Daybook is WSN’s weekly column listing in-person and online events at NYU and across New York City. This week: April 17-23.
Cora Snow, Deputy News Editor April 16, 2023

From left to right: Jauna Vitale, Fareed Nassor Hayat and Corey Johnson sit onstage for a panel discussion.

Tampa Bay Times reporter discusses Pulitzer-winning investigation at NYU panel

An investigative reporter at the Tampa Bay Times spoke at NYU about his award-winning investigation of a lead factory and the ensuing fallout.
Cora Snow, Deputy News Editor April 14, 2023

Former Tampa Bay Times journalist Corey Johnson spoke to around 50 NYU students and faculty about his Pulitzer Prize-winning investigation into a lead smelter in Tampa, along with...

Bill de Blasio wears a light navy suit while standing next to an N.Y.U. Wagner podium, during the question-and-answer portion of an event he was appearing at.

Bill de Blasio on his political career, Andrew Cuomo and Amazon

At a recent lecture, the former mayor of New York City spoke about potential plans for his future in politics, his relationship with former governor Andrew Cuomo and a failed Amazon construction project.
Cora Snow, Deputy News Editor April 11, 2023

Bill de Blasio, the former mayor of New York City who now teaches part-time at NYU, spoke to students and faculty about his failed attempt to nix entrance exams at competitive...

The picket line of an anti-abortion rally on Broadway. Attendees hold signs and banners that read “International Gift of Life Walk New York City” and “Pray and Act against Sin of Abortion.”

Manhattan anti-abortion marchers impeded by counterprotesters, ‘Joker’ movie set

Abortion rights advocates confronted a large crowd of anti-abortion demonstrators near Foley Square this past weekend.
Cora Snow, Deputy News Editor March 28, 2023

A blockade of police officers divided dozens of protesters and counterprotesters at an anti-abortion march this past Saturday. Counterprotesters yelled, banged on scaffolding and...

An illustration of the Washington Square Arch. Behind the arch sits gray and brown alternating high-rises. On the top right are the words “The Daybook” in an arched shape.

What to do this week: Video game tournament, trivia night and more

The Daybook is WSN’s weekly column listing in-person and online events at NYU and across New York City. This week: March 27-April 2.
Cora Snow, Deputy News Editor March 26, 2023

An illustration of students sitting in a large room for a student government meeting. On the left, a purple banner with the N.Y.U. torch logo hangs on the wall and reads “N.Y.U. S.G.A.”

Student gov’t discusses outcry in Iran, budget proposal and million-dollar fund

NYU’s student government deliberated how to support students affected by violence in Iran, its budget proposal for the coming year and gave an update on a new fund at its biweekly meeting on Thursday.
Cora Snow, Deputy News Editor March 6, 2023

NYU’s Student Government Assembly discussed violence against women in Iran, its upcoming budget proposal to the university and a potential framework for using its new million-dollar...

In a room filled with bookshelves, a crowd of attendees sits in front of a T.V. screen showing four panels of speakers.

NYU profs discuss Turkey and Syria earthquakes at town hall

The NYU Hagop Kevorkian Center for Near Eastern Studies hosted a town hall on Tuesday, Feb. 21 to discuss the recent earthquakes that have devastated Turkey and Syria.
Bruna Horvath and Cora Snow February 22, 2023

In light of another earthquake that worsened the devastation in Turkey and nearby countries earlier this week, a six-person panel of NYU faculty, experts and activists criticized...

An illustration of the Washington Square Arch. Behind the arch sits gray and brown alternating high-rises. On the top right are the words “The Daybook” in an arched shape.

What to do this week: Flower exhibit, mural painting and more

The Daybook is WSN’s weekly column listing in-person and online events at NYU and across New York City. This week: Feb. 20-26.
Cora Snow, Deputy News Editor February 19, 2023

An illustration of students sitting in a large room for a student government meeting. On the left, a purple banner with the N.Y.U. torch logo hangs on the wall and reads “N.Y.U. S.G.A.”

What NYU’s student government plans to do with its new $1 million fund

From new mental health initiatives to better options for fried chicken on campus, students share what they hope the student government will do with their newfound fortune. 
Cora Snow, Deputy News Editor February 13, 2023

NYU’s student government is getting a million-dollar raise next fall, and students want to know what they’re going to do with the additional funding. The student government...

An illustration of students sitting in a large room for a student government meeting. On the left, a purple banner with the N.Y.U. torch logo hangs on the wall and reads “‘N.Y.U. S.G.A.”

Deep pockets: NYU student government to get an extra $1 million annually

In cooperation with the Division of Student Affairs, NYU’s Student Government Assembly will receive around $1 million annually on top of their current operating budget starting in the fall 2023 semester.
Cora Snow, Staff Writer February 3, 2023

NYU’s student government will be $1 million richer starting next semester, due to a recently approved grant from the university. The annual fund will be separate from the Student...