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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 Sierra Jackson
NYU's proposed budget for the 2018-2019 academic year shows a 3.1 percent increase from the 2017-2018 budget.

What You Missed This Summer

Sierra Jackson, News Editor August 28, 2017
Although students may have been on vacation this summer, the news at NYU did not take a break. Here is an update of what you missed this summer.
Steinhardt music technology professor and musician Svjetlana Bukvich-Nichols. Bukvich-Nichols believes that music is not just a language, but an evolutionary tool that is changing how people express emotion.

Evolving With Your Favorite Song

Sierra Jackson, Managing Editor April 10, 2017
NYU Music Technology professor Svjetlana Bukvich-Nichols is looking to expand our musical lexicon beyond the standards of Western composition and into other styles — giving both our music and our emotional understanding deeper nuance.

Eli Nachmany

The Man in the "MAGA" Hat
Sierra Jackson, Managing Editor March 23, 2017

On the night of the most suspenseful event in U.S. politics, SPS senior Eli Nachmany — buried amongst a sea of red hats and matching ties — screamed in celebration at President...

Senior House

Senior House

Sierra Jackson, Co-Managing Editor February 23, 2017

Residency: Undergraduate Seniors Estimated yearly cost: $13,048 – $15,884 Low-cost rooms available: Yes Commute to class: 10-15 minute walk to WSP, 20-25 minute subway...

Founders Hall, 120 E 12th St

Founders Hall

Sierra Jackson, Co-managing Editor February 23, 2017

Residency: Freshmen Estimated yearly cost: $14,040 Low-cost rooms available: No Commute to class: 10-15 minute walk to WSP, 15-20 minute subway ride to Tandon Nearby subways:...

When 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick knelt during the national anthem, he started a controversial discussion on the intersection of politics and sports.

Politics Belong In Sports

Sierra Jackson, Co-Managing Editor January 23, 2017
Sports are growing incredibly political, and the intersection between many major sports league and hot button issues is coming to to the forefront.
NYU commuters are moving into residence halls for the spring semester to save themselves time and stress.

A Senior Citizen As Your New Roommate

Sierra Jackson, Contributing Writer October 17, 2016
As part of its plan to make NYU more affordable, the Affordability Steering Committee plans to match students with senior citizens who have a spare bedroom by the fall of 2017.
In a busy city like New York, safety is a biker’s biggest concern. In hopes of a good solution, many NYU students anticipate Mayor Bill de Blasio’s new plans for biker safety.

De Blasio Announces Bike Lanes Extension

Sierra Jackson, Contributing Writer September 26, 2016
New York Mayor Bill de Blasio announced a plan to extend the current bike lanes to 8th St., from Astor Place to 6th Ave on Sept. 13. Many NYU students believe that biking, skateboarding and skating save both time and money compared to traveling by subway, cab or bus.