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

Washington Square News

Grace Tan

Grace Tan, Identity & Equity Editor

Grace Tan is a senior majoring in media, culture, and communication. Having grown up in Troy, Michigan and attending international school in Hangzhou, China she is sympathetic to others hailing from random cities. When not at WSN, you can find her shopping for overpriced vintage, trying new matcha drinks or traveling. Contact her @graacetan on Instagram and [email protected].

All content by Grace Tan
Staff Reacts: Super Bowl LIX

Staff Reacts: Super Bowl LIX

WSN staff shares their thoughts on Sunday’s game and halftime show.

On Sunday, the Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX 40-22. What was supposed to be a close game between the two teams turned out to be a completely...

How NYU students celebrated Lunar New Year

How NYU students celebrated Lunar New Year

From homemade meals to apartment parties, here’s how NYU students from different cultures rang in the Year of the Snake.
Grace Tan and Sherry Chen February 7, 2025

On Jan. 29, millions of people around the world welcomed the Year of the Snake. While the holiday originated in China, many other countries celebrate Lunar New Year, especially...

(Alisia Houghtaling for WSN)

The perfect day in the West Village

Don’t be intimidated by its bougie reputation.
Bella Simonte, Daphne Zhu, Grace Tan, Julia Kim and Lauren Ng January 27, 2025

Think of the West Village as the East Village’s older, classier cousin. With quieter streets, small boutique stores and historic buildings, this neighborhood is refined yet...

An illustration of simplified drawings of various forms of self-care like tea, a person wearing a face mask, and a person doing yoga on a blue background.

What it means to take care of yourself across different cultures

Students share self-care practices from their cultures.

As we enter winter and the trenches of finals week, it is important to carve out time to take care of yourself. While social media may inundate us with new, trendy practices weekly,...

White text reading “Staff Recs” on a pink background, surrounded by illustrations of beauty products.

Staff Recs: Beauty products

From hair masks to foot balms, we’ve got you covered — head to toe.

In the age of social media, we’re constantly being pushed to add new products to our beauty regimens. From influencers touting PR packages to brands releasing suspiciously similar...

An N.Y.U. flag flying in the sky, with an American flag draped over the left side and a Chinese flag on the right.

How multicultural clubs helped me find my place at NYU

My experience in the Asian Cultural Union helped shape my identity on campus.
Grace Tan, Identity & Equity Editor September 10, 2024

As I enter my senior year, I’ve been reflecting on the people and experiences that have made my time here so special. While my study away program and internships have influenced...

An illustration of the Washington Square Park arch and fountain. The words “BACK TO SCHOOL,” are above the words “Ins and Outs.” On the left is a smiling figure under a sunny sky and on the right is an angry figure under a cloudy sky.

Everything in and out for back to school

Change the trajectory of your semester with tips from WSN’s Culture Desk.

It’s never too late to kill old habits and try new things, even if you are entering your senior year at NYU. Perhaps you want to become more adventurous and push yourself to...

Three people are entering through a brown doorway. On the left side of the entrance, there is a sign that says, “OPEN,” and one that reads, “260 SAMPLE SALE.”

Luxury on a budget: Build your wardrobe shopping NYC sample sales

Sample sales are trending on TikTok and becoming increasingly popular in New York City. Here’s how you can take advantage of them and find some fun new pieces.
Grace Tan, Contributing Writer November 3, 2023

Almost everything in New York City is expensive, but one of the benefits of living in a fashion capital of the world is having access to some of the most fashionable clothing on...