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Washington Square News

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 Joyce Shin
Some students used to wear makeup every day in high school but choose not to after they came to college. (Photo by Jennifer Kang)

Students Call it Quits on Makeup

No makeup, no problem.
Joyce Shin, Contributing Writer April 24, 2019

Whether we want it to happen or not, being a college student forces us to give up aspects of our old lifestyles, whether it’s a healthy diet, regular sleep or makeup. As a Sephora...

The facade of Astor Hair. (Photo by Tomer Keysar)

You Like My Hair? Gee Thanks, Just Bought It

Where to book your next hair appointment for less than $30.
Joyce Shin, Contributing Writer March 4, 2019

New hair, new me — but hopefully not with uneven bangs or a bald spot. Leaving home and moving to the city means finding a new favorite hairdresser that knows your style, but...

Sweet Talk Swim and Kentaro Kameyana F/W 2019

Sweet Talk Swim and Kentaro Kameyana F/W 2019

Joyce Shin, Contributing Writer February 8, 2019

Inside the colorfully lit Angel Orensanz Foundation in lower Manhattan, two distinctly different brands, Sweet Talk Swim and Kentaro Kameyana, debuted their Fall/Winter...

Left to right: Nutella cocoa with almond milk, creme brulee, pound cake "panzanella," and a Nutella mocha latte. (Photo by Ju Shin)

Nutella Cafe Opens Doors Near NYU

Everything you need to know about New York’s new Nutella Cafe.
Joyce Shin, Contributing Writer November 19, 2018
Everything you need to know about New York’s new Nutella Cafe.
Fair-trade coffee samples and other snacks at the pop-up. (Photo by Joyce Shin)

Brandless Puts on a Pop-up With a Purpose

One of our writers went to the Brandless pop-up shop to see what all they hype is about.
Joyce Shin, Contributing Writer October 25, 2018

High quality, organic, cruelty-free, non-GMO, $3 — wait, $3? Brandless, an online grocery store, sells everything from olive oil to toothpaste all for exactly $3. And you can...

A brunch at Blank Slate Tea.

Beautifully Basic Brunch at Blank Slate Tea

Joyce Shin, Contributing Writer October 3, 2018
Blank Slate Tea delivers in aesthetics but underwhelms when it comes to taste.
Leaves change color in Central Park.

How to Spend Your First Fall in the City

Sweater Weather: How NYU Students Are Making It Better
Joyce Shin, Contributing Writer October 1, 2018
Grab your dark-washed denim and turtlenecks, the leaves are reddening and the air is freezing.