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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 Paige Ablon
(Courtesy of the ROSES study)

Students confront youth incarceration through community-focused advocacy

NYU ROSES challenges the punitive approach of criminal legal reform, working directly with at-risk or involved girls to meet their self-determined goals.
Paige Ablon, Contributing Writer May 5, 2025

Although young girls are arrested at a lower rate than to their male counterparts, they not only make up a growing proportion of teen arrests in the United States but are also...

(Alisia Houghtaling for WSN)

Why are there huge inflatable rats in NYC?

Named “Scabby” by protesters, the rat represents a decades-long hunger for labor justice in the city and beyond.
Paige Ablon, Contributing Writer April 23, 2025

If you’ve walked on Prince Street or strolled down Fifth Avenue recently, you may have come across a giant inflatable rat. With bloodshot red eyes, claws stretched outwards and...

The NYU Dillagi South Asian dance team during practice. (Emma Foley for WSN)

NYU’s multicultural dance teams cultivate connection and encourage cultural exploration

Multicultural dance teams offer a unique way for NYU students to build strong communities and explore their identities.
Paige Ablon, Contributing Writer March 11, 2025

NYU is home to over 400 clubs and organizations, including multicultural dance teams that are rich in tradition and culture, but not often highlighted. Spanning from East Asian...

(Kyra Reilley for WSN)

Balancing affordability and business-casual style

Don’t compromise your business-casual wear for high prices. For less, you can still attend internship fairs, present in class or meet up for a coffee chat in style.
Paige Ablon, Contributing Writer February 21, 2025

Wearing business attire is intimidating enough without the sight of a high price tag. If you’ve never worn dress pants, button-downs or long coats, the thought of leaving behind...