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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

Polina Buchak, Senior Multimedia Editor

Polina Buchak is the Senior Multimedia Editor at the Washington Square News. She is in Tandon and Tisch, following her passion in Filmmaking and Integrated Design Media. Born in Ukraine, raised in Nigeria, and educated in United Kingdom, she will never be able to answer exactly where she is from. If you are looking for her, she is either running around NYC finding stories that she can turn into short movies or simply enjoying a coffee catching up with her fashion bible Vogue. Follow her projects at polinabuchak.com.

All content by Polina Buchak
Othmer

Photo: Othmer Hall

February 23, 2017

Lafayette Hall, 80 Lafayette St

Photo: Lafayette Hall

February 23, 2017

Lafayette Hall, 80 Lafayette St

Clarke

Photo: Clark Street

February 23, 2017

Several pre-medical students have come forward about their dissatisfaction with the CAS advisers, who have guided some students to stay at NYU longer than four years.  Others think the extra time is necessary for their mastery of their qualifications.

Photo: Advisers Guide Pre-med Students Off-Track

Lorenzo Gazzola, Contributing Writer February 22, 2017

Several pre-medical students have come forward about their dissatisfaction with the CAS advisers, who have guided some students to stay at NYU longer than four years. Others think...

Although NYU has a division III athletic program, it can be the perfect place for student athletes, as there is a strong focus on academics.

Photo: Go Hard or Go Home: Why Division III?

Diana King, Contributing Writer February 21, 2017

Although NYU has a division III athletic program, it can be the perfect place for student athletes, as there is a strong focus on academics.

See-now, buy-now is the concept of being able to buy clothing right after a fashion show ends. Major fashion icons, such as Tommy Hilfiger, are participating in this revolutionary trend.

Photo: Runway to Retail in Seconds

February 21, 2017

See-now, buy-now is the concept of being able to buy clothing right after a fashion show ends. Major fashion icons, such as Tommy Hilfiger, are participating in this revolutionary...

Adjunct professors voted overwhelmingly in favor of a strike. They are demanding health benefits, annuity benefits and course cancellation fees, among other desires.

Photo: Adjunct Professors in Favor of Strike

Natasha Roy, News Editor February 21, 2017

Adjunct professors voted overwhelmingly in favor of a strike. They are demanding health benefits, annuity benefits and course cancellation fees, among other desires.

Yogurt, a healthy snack filled with probiotics and calcium, can be eaten for any meal, on the go, and even at the dining hall.

Photo: The Art of Eating: Yogurt

February 21, 2017

Yogurt, a healthy snack filled with probiotics and calcium, can be eaten for any meal, on the go, and even at the dining hall.

Video: Cooked up in a Dorm Room: 6 Easy-to-Make Recipes

Hester Yang, Contributing Writer February 14, 2017
Between classes, work, internships, and social life, most students don't have the time or energy to cook a proper meal. Check out these quick hacks to make cooking in a college dorm easy, simple and foolproof.
Chi Zhang Fall Winter 2017

Photo: Chi Zhang F/W 2017

Sophie Shaw, Beauty & Style Editor February 14, 2017

Chi Zhang Fall Winter 2017

Video: Custo Barcelona F/W 2017

Shira Tarlo, Contributing Writer February 12, 2017

Custo Barcelona lit up New York Fashion Week at his Fall/Winter 2017 show. Designer Custo Dalmau’s collection, "Light Years,"  was an homage to “individuality, and shining...

Video: Namilia F/W 2017

Sophie Shaw, Beauty & Style Editor February 12, 2017

Power and female agency revved the engine of Namilia’s motocross inspired Fall/Winter 2017 collection. With camo and checkerboard prints, bedazzled flames and metallic accents...