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

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

Washington Square News

All content by Isabella Bickenbach
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Beyond the locker rooms: Student-athletes calling attention to NYU’s lack of mental health resources

The Violets spark conversation around mental health support in their departments and how the university needs to step up.
Isabella Bickenbach, Contributing Writer November 26, 2024

Spectators and fans don’t see behind the scenes. They see the focused student-athletes ready to battle their opponent on the court, pitch or track. They don’t see — and thus...

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In the Huddle: Jimena Menendez — first consecutive ITA Singles Champion

The women’s tennis captain on her time at NYU and how she improved her game mentally.
Isabella Bickenbach, Contributing Writer October 9, 2024

Senior Jimena Menendez has been playing on the NYU women’s tennis team for four years and as captain for two. She recently became the first Violet to win the Intercollegiate...

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More than a video game: NYU’s esports players on community, representation and the challenges of competing in an emerging sport

Esports is bringing athletic competition to the virtual world. As it tries to find its footing among traditional college sports, women and minority players are fighting to make sure they’re represented.
Isabella Bickenbach, Contributing Writer October 7, 2024

When you think of esports, you might imagine students sitting on a couch playing “Rocket League” until the early hours of the morning, or holding their game controllers in...