New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

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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

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Two women engaged in conversation cross the street as an NYU Campus Safety officer passes by. A sign in the background reads “Irving Farm New York” in white uppercase letters.

A Week in Your New Home

What does a typical week in Greenwich Village entail? From laundromats to cafes, delve into one student’s ideal week at NYU.
Shirene Anand, Staff Photographer April 30, 2023

From left to right: a man wearing a green hoodie, a woman wearing a black puffer jacket, a man wearing a black leather jacket and a woman wearing a red puffer jacket dancing in a room. There is a tripod with a camera in front of them.

Photo: Barbershop by day, dance club by night: Astor Place Hairstylists

Julia Diorio, Staff Writer December 12, 2022

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Sofia Saleh with her arms and legs covered by the text “WOMEN” written with black chalk.

The resonant silence of performance artist Sofia Saleh

WSN photographers capture a performance artist protesting against the Iranian regime in silence in Washington Square Park on Nov. 4.
Shirene Anand and Qianshan Weng November 11, 2022

Iran erupted into mass political unrest after the death of Mahsa Amini — a 22-year-old woman who died after reportedly not wearing her hijab in accordance with government...

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Photo: 8 restaurants that are ‘Gossip Girl’ approved

Ishani Paul, Contributing Writer October 12, 2022

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Shirene Anand: Victoria’s comfort in this shoot was what made this such a success. The props — stickers and a tangerine — helped hone the entire shoot and highlight theme as well. (Photo by Shirene Anand)

Photo: Victoria Abraham on fat liberation and authenticity

Lorraine Olaya, Copy Chief December 10, 2021

(Photo by Shirene Anand)