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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 Sebastián Prats-Fernández
Two people wearing ski suits posing with their hands in the air in front of a snowy mountain with snow-covered trees in the background.

NYU’s Ski & Snowboard Club returns to the slopes for the 2025 season

After disappearing for two years, the club is back and better than ever.
Sebastián Prats-Fernández, Contributing Writer December 12, 2024

Since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, NYU has restricted budgets and overnight trips for student club sports. For the Ski & Snowboard Club, this modification has jeopardized...

During Hispanic Heritage Month, listening is everything

During Hispanic Heritage Month, listening is everything

Hispanic Heritage Month is a time of celebration — but for me, it stirs up mixed feelings.
Sebastián Prats-Fernández, Contributing Writer October 2, 2024

As a Puerto Rican studying away from home, Hispanic Heritage Month is a special time for me to celebrate my culture and learn about other Latin American countries. It's a time...

(Alisia Houghtaling for WSN)

Guest Essay: Club reimbursements render officers penniless and employees overworked

Sebastián A. Prats-Fernández is the co-president of the Puerto Rican Student Association.
Sebastián Prats-Fernández, Guest Contributor September 20, 2024

Guest essays reflect opinions from writers beyond WSN. If you’d like to submit a guest essay for consideration, please email [email protected]. For many students, clubs...

A man in traditional kendo wear, holding a string on the garment in front of himself.

In the Huddle: Danny Chung’s Kendo journey

NYU Kendo captain and president Danny Chung spoke to WSN about taking on a leadership role in a sport that has long been a part of his life.
Sebastián Prats-Fernández, Contributing Writer April 16, 2024

CAS junior Danny Chung is the president and captain of NYU’s Kendo Club, and has been practicing the sport for over nine years. As captain, he has taken the university’s team...