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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

Ryan Quan, Deputy Photo Editor

Ryan Quan is a Deputy Photo Editor for the Washington Square News.

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The entrance into a hallway. There is a writing on the wall that reads ‘GLOBAL CENTER FOR ACADEMIC AND SPIRITUAL LIFE.’

Photo: Muslim student groups, Islamic Center raise $880,000 for Morocco and Libya relief

October 19, 2023

Following the disasters that struck Morocco and Libya, the NYU Muslim Students Association raised nearly $1 million for relief. (Ryan Quan for WSN)

Tandon School of Engineering Professor of Computer Science and Engineering Damon McCoy found that ransomware has cyber attacked thousands of users.

Photo: Tandon Cyber Fellows on the Front Line of Cyber Defense

Richard Tran, Contributing Writer March 2, 2018

Tandon School of Engineering Professor of Computer Science and Engineering Damon McCoy found that ransomware has cyber attacked thousands of users.

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Photo: Senior House at W. 13th Street

Thomas Chou, Beauty & Style Editor February 22, 2018

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Photo: The Analog Issue

Anna Letson, Multimedia Editor November 6, 2017

Many Stern students feel intense academic stress resulting from the competitiveness of the school. A few organisations on campus are working to combat these issues.

Photo: Many Try, Few Succeed — Improving Stern Mental Health

Jemima McEvoy, Managing Editor October 30, 2017

Many Stern students feel intense academic stress resulting from the competitiveness of the school. A few organisations on campus are working to combat these issues.

NYU Tandon is home to a new Future Labs incubator, aiming to help tech startups transform into successful companies.

Photo: Tandon’s Future Labs Supports Tech Startups

Natalie Chinn, Staff Writer October 30, 2017

NYU Tandon is home to a new Future Labs incubator, aiming to help tech startups transform into successful companies.


An NYU study finds that unintentional drug use is still a problem in many EDM party scenes.

Photo: Your Ecstasy Might Include Traces of Bath Salts

Helen Crosby, Contributing Writer October 4, 2017

An NYU study finds that unintentional drug use is still a problem in many EDM party scenes.

Stern's W.R. Berkley Innovation Lab is kicking off its advertised $300k Entrepreneurs challenge, despite the cash prize being less than promised.

Photo: $300K Entrepreneurs Challenge

Alex Domb, Contributing Writer October 2, 2017

Stern's W.R. Berkley Innovation Lab is kicking off its advertised $300k Entrepreneurs challenge, despite the cash prize being less than promised.

NYU Tandon students have developed an app to combat shoulder-surfing and provide more online safety.

Photo: NYU Tandon’s IllusionPIN Combats Shoulder-Surfing

Flavia Sinha, Contributing Writer September 8, 2017

NYU Tandon students have developed an app to combat shoulder-surfing and provide more online safety.

Designer: Ryan Andrewsen, 
Model: Laura Ahmetaj

Photo: Ryan Andrewsen

Thomas Chou, Staff Writer April 20, 2017

Designer: Ryan Andrewsen, Model: Laura Ahmetaj

Designer: Selly Djap
Model: Karen Shi

Photo: Fringe: Sartorial Sustainability

Sophie Shaw, Beauty and Style Editor April 20, 2017

Designer: Selly Djap Model: Karen Shi

The color pink has grown in popularity among both men and women due to the liberalism of millennials. “Millennial Pink,” a range of pink with warm undertones, has become a popular trend in clothing and fashion.

Photo: Millenial Pink: Not Just a Phase

April 17, 2017

The color pink has grown in popularity among both men and women due to the liberalism of millennials. “Millennial Pink,” a range of pink with warm undertones, has become a...

There are many little changes students can make in their daily habits to help the environment. Such changes include turning off the light switch whenever one no longer needs it.

Photo: Daily Changes to Save the Environment

Jordan Reynolds, Highlighter Editor April 17, 2017

There are many little changes students can make in their daily habits to help the environment. Such changes include turning off the light switch whenever one no longer needs it.

A new platform called Mixed-Reality Learning Environment, being developed by the Department of Mechatronics, will allow students to control laboratory equipment through mobile devices.

Photo: Mixed Reality Technology Innovated Tandon Laboratory Course

April 4, 2017

A new platform called Mixed-Reality Learning Environment, being developed by the Department of Mechatronics, will allow students to control laboratory equipment through mobile...

Halal food carts are available at almost every corner of busy streets in Manhattan. Such authentic street foods, among troll foods and unhealthy bowls, are predicted to trend in 2017.

Photo: Where to Find 2017 Food Trends Near NYU

April 3, 2017

Halal food carts are available at almost every corner of busy streets in Manhattan. Such authentic street foods, among troll foods and unhealthy bowls, are predicted to trend in...

The Third North Courtyard Cafe, like many other NYU dining halls, is a buffet style dining hall. As a result, students may take large amounts of food, which is a concern for obesity rates.

Photo: Is Bigger Food Better?

April 3, 2017

The Third North Courtyard Cafe, like many other NYU dining halls, is a buffet style dining hall. As a result, students may take large amounts of food, which is a concern for obesity...

The recent terrorist attack in London left 5 dead and 50 injured. The differing reactions of political leaders from Britain and the United States shows a stark contrast of compassion between the two countries.

Photo: London Keeps Calm and Carries On, But Can the US?

March 29, 2017

The recent terrorist attack in London left 5 dead and 50 injured. The differing reactions of political leaders from Britain and the United States shows a stark contrast of compassion...

Although pineapple pizza is a staple of most American pizzerias, whether or not pinapple deserves to be on pizza is a major debate, especially on social media.

Photo: The Pineapple Pizza Debate That's Slicing the World Apart

March 27, 2017

Although pineapple pizza is a staple of most American pizzerias, whether or not pinapple deserves to be on pizza is a major debate, especially on social media.

Whether it has fur or pins on it, sport a fun jacket this spring to make a statement.

Photo: Cover Up: Be Risky This Spring

Rachel Molina, Contributing Writer March 24, 2017

Whether it has fur or pins on it, sport a fun jacket this spring to make a statement.

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Photo: Aneesh Ashutosh

Grace Halio, Editor-at-Large March 23, 2017

Work from the Steinhardt MFA Studio Art Program’s First Year Show, running until March 25. The exhibit demonstrates the diverse and interdisciplinary work of the students in the first year of their graduate studies.

Photo: MFA First-Year Show Explores Art Traditions and Makes Statements

March 20, 2017

Work from the Steinhardt MFA Studio Art Program’s First Year Show, running until March 25. The exhibit demonstrates the diverse and interdisciplinary work of the students in...

President Andrew Hamilton sent an email on March 15 declaring the school’s opposition to Donald Trump’s Muslim ban.

Photo: Hamilton Affirms Opposition to Immigration Ban

Natasha Roy and Jemima McEvoy, News Editors March 20, 2017

President Andrew Hamilton sent an email on March 15 declaring the school’s opposition to Donald Trump’s Muslim ban.

NYU Tandon School of Engineering is holding a makeup day for classes missed on the Feb. 9 university-wide snow day. Some students feel it is unnecessary.

Photo: Saturday School: Tandon to Compensate for Snow Day

March 7, 2017

NYU Tandon School of Engineering is holding a makeup day for classes missed on the Feb. 9 university-wide snow day. Some students feel it is unnecessary.

Transferring schools at NYU isn’t as difficult as it seems. CAS sophomore Narissa Hajratalli originally studied in Tandon’s Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering program, but now studies Neural Science at CAS

Photo: Students Struggle to Transfer from Tandon

March 6, 2017

Transferring schools at NYU isn’t as difficult as it seems. CAS sophomore Narissa Hajratalli originally studied in Tandon’s Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering program, but...

Since the walkout in November with NYU student speakers like GLS sophomore Felipe Gomes, more people have joined the fight to make NYU a sanctuary campus.  NYU alumni began a petition to send to NYU President Andrew Hamilton once it receives 1,000 signatures.

Photo: NYU Alumni Advocate for Sanctuary Campus Status

Natasha Roy, News Editor March 1, 2017

Since the walkout in November with NYU student speakers like GLS sophomore Felipe Gomes, more people have joined the fight to make NYU a sanctuary campus. NYU alumni began a petition...

With a smaller department, less faculty members and limited lab space, many NYU Tandon students are questioning why their physics program possesses fewer resources than that of CAS.

Photo: Students Have Concerns About Tandon Physics Department

February 27, 2017

With a smaller department, less faculty members and limited lab space, many NYU Tandon students are questioning why their physics program possesses fewer resources than that of...

Workout area at 404 Fitness. 60% of NYU students surveyed state that they resolve to work out more often in 2018.

Photo: Don’t Be Overzealous with New Year’s Resolutions

January 24, 2018

Workout area at 404 Fitness. 60% of NYU students surveyed state that they resolve to work out more often in 2018.

This pair of wide leg jeans is paired with a light colored top and short, black rainboots for an effortless, put together look. The high waisted style extends the legs.

Photo: A Guide to Wide-Leg Pants for All Body Types

Brina Jeffries, Staff Writer February 24, 2017

This pair of wide leg jeans is paired with a light colored top and short, black rainboots for an effortless, put together look. The high waisted style extends the legs.

Senior House

Photo: Senior House

February 23, 2017

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Photo: Gramercy Green

February 23, 2017