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

Washington Square News

Valentina Duque Bojanini

Valentina Duque Bojanini, Editor-in-Chief

Valentina is a junior in the College of Arts and Science studying journalism and something no one can ever remember. Over the past year, she has slowly tried to move into the WSN office, finally tricking someone into giving her the keys and becoming editor-in-chief. In her spare time she enjoys over pronouncing Spanish words like quesadilla and guacamole to remind people she’s Colombian. Her other hobbies include taking bad passport pictures and remembering the good old days when she had a rolling backpack.

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The Presidential Transition Issue

The Presidential Transition Issue

Valentina Duque Bojanini, Editor-in-Chief December 7, 2015

This week, WSN takes a look at the transition from exiting NYU President John Sexton to incoming President Andrew Hamilton.

"This is an extraordinary incident," University spokesperson John Beckman said. "I've been here very nearly 20 years, and I cannot think of anything quite like it."

Masked assailant threatens professor with knife in Tandon classroom

Valentina Duque Bojanini, Editor-in-Chief December 3, 2015
An assailant wearing all black threatened a professor with a knife in an NYU Tandon classroom yesterday, leaving a community shaken.

The kiss list

Valentina Duque Bojanini, Editor-in-Chief November 30, 2015

My first kiss was a mess. It had all the hallmarks of a first kiss — the near miss, the awkward angle, the realization of how strange it is to put your mouth on another person’s...

10 best moments from last night's democratic debate

10 best moments from last night’s democratic debate

Valentina Duque Bojanini and Alex Bazeley October 14, 2015
Didn't watch the democratic debate last night? Here's what you missed.
Public School's Presentation at Fashion Week

New York Fashion Week: Men’s debuts over summer

David Bologna and Valentina Duque Bojanini August 27, 2015
New York Fashion Week Men's showcased androgyny.
NYU All-University Commencement 2015

NYU All-University Commencement 2015

The Class of 2015 graduates at Yankee Stadium.

Jay Z comes to NYU to talk music business

Valentina Duque Bojanini, Editor-in-Chief April 2, 2015
Jay-Z spoke at NYU about the launch of his music streaming service, Tidal.

Professor barred from Abu Dhabi

Valentina Duque Bojanini, Editor-In-Chief March 23, 2015
NYU Professor Andrew Ross was barred from entering the UAE.
Andrew Hamilton, who will succeed John Sexton as the university president, served as Vice-Chancellor of the University of Oxford starting 2009.

Andrew Hamilton appointed president of NYU

Valentina Duque Bojanini and Marita Vlachou March 18, 2015

The university has announced that Andrew Hamilton, vice chancellor of the University of Oxford, will succeed John Sexton as the 16th president of NYU. In an email sent Wednesday,...

Courtesy of NYUAD

Professor barred entry into U.A.E.

Valentina Duque Bojanini, Editor-in-chief March 17, 2015
Social and Cultural Analysis professor Andrew Ross was barred entry into the U.A.E.

Internships enrich study away

Valentina Duque Bojanini, Editor-in-Chief February 26, 2015

For CAS junior Sabine Teyssier, interning was an integral part of the experience of studying away in Accra, Ghana. Teyssier worked with two different organizations that allowed...

Corey Harper

Corey Harper

Valentina Duque Bojanini, News Editor December 11, 2014

With a warm hug and a smile, Poly senior Corey Harper greets two members of the Native American and Indigenous Students Group. He and his co-presidents would be meeting with those...

Laurie Arbeiter protests in Herald Square as a part of the Blackout Black Friday event.

Protesters attempt to disrupt Black Friday sales

Valentina Duque Bojanini, News Editor December 1, 2014
Washington Square News looks at the social media reactions to the #BlackoutBlackFriday boycott.

No indictment in Ferguson spurs mass protests

John Ambrosio and Valentina Duque Bojanini November 25, 2014
Protests were staged around the country after a grand jury decision not to charge officer Darren Wilson for the death of Michael Brown on Nov. 24.

Fifth-annual march remembers victims of transgender violence

Valentina Duque Bojanini, News Editor November 21, 2014
The Brooklyn Community Pride Center organized a march for Transgender Remembrance Day.
File Photo by Joon Lee/WSN

University endowment hits $3.5 billion

Valentina Duque Bojanini, News Editor November 11, 2014
NYU reported a 13.7 percent return on its endowment investments.

Ebola information session today

John Ambrosio and Valentina Duque Bojanini November 6, 2014
The NYU School of Medicine, the Department of Biology and the Student Health Center host an information session on Ebola on Nov. 6.
A poster in Third North Residence Hall advertises the HBO Go, which is now available in several residence halls.

Photo: NYU Reacts: HBO Go in dorms

November 3, 2014

A poster in Third North Residence Hall advertises the HBO Go, which is now available in several residence halls.

HackNY winner Dan Cadden, a junior at Temple University, presents his hack, CalClash.

NYU hosts 24-hour hacking marathon

Valentina Duque Bojanini, News Editor October 20, 2014
Coverage of the annual NYU Hackathon hosted by the NYU Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences.

Value of listening sessions disputed

John Ambrosio and Valentina Duque Bojanini October 1, 2014
Event coverage of the latest listening session of the NYU Presidential Search Committee.

University suicide response examined through the years

Valentina Duque Bojanini, News Editor September 25, 2014

When walking into the atrium of Bobst Library, the history of NYU's struggle with student deaths is inescapable. The golden, cage-like panels that cover the interior of the 12-story...

John Sexton completes ALS Ice Bucket Challenge

John Sexton completes ALS Ice Bucket Challenge

Valentina Duque Bojanini, News Editor August 26, 2014
NYU President John Sexton completed the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge in Washington Square Park.
Medical school professors file lawsuit over paycut

Medical school professors file lawsuit over paycut

Valentina Duque Bojanini, News Editor August 24, 2014
After salary reductions, Professors Marie Monaco and Herbert Samuels filed a lawsuit against NYU and the medical school.
The front of NYU Langone's Vilcek Hall

Medical School graduate falls from residence hall

Valentina Duque Bojanini, News Editor August 19, 2014
The death of 2014 graduate Sean O'Rourke is still being investigated.
Isabel Baker for WSN

NYU postpones study abroad program in Tel Aviv

John Ambrosio and Valentina Duque Bojanini August 11, 2014
The NYU study abroad program in Tel Aviv will be postponed for the Fall 2014 semester.
[UPDATED] NYU postpones study abroad program in Accra

[UPDATED] NYU postpones study abroad program in Accra

John Ambrosio and Valentina Duque Bojanini August 7, 2014
The study abroad campus in Ghana will be closed during the Fall semester.
Spring semester news recap

Spring semester news recap

A timeline of some of the semester's biggest stories.
courtesy of Allison Everett

Campaign fosters discussion about NSA

Valentina Duque Bojanini, Deputy News Editor April 29, 2014
The Student Net Alliance, an organization started by Steinhardt senior Alec Foster, has drafted a letter from NYU Students and Faculty in protest of the National Security Agency’s surveillance policy.
via Flickr.com

NYU Reacts: Korean ferry tragedy

Valentina Duque Bojanini, Deputy News Editor April 22, 2014
Students react to the ferry sinking in South Korea.
Felipe De La Hoz/WSN

Town hall provides details on student life, services

Valentina Duque Bojanini, Deputy News Editor April 9, 2014
The IRHC held a town hall meeting on April 8, where they discussed topics including student affairs, sustainability, public safety and dining.
Felipe De La Hoz/WSN

Writers, publishing professionals provide glimpse into industry

Valentina Duque Bojanini, Deputy News Editor April 8, 2014
NYU hosted All About Books, a panel on writing and the publishing industry, on Monday.
Daniel Cole/WSN

Huffington gives wake-up call at Stern conference

Valentina Duque Bojanini, Deputy News Editor April 7, 2014
Arianna Huffington editor-in-chief and president of the Huffington Post Media Group, gave the keynote address at the Think Build Thrive conference.
Felipe De La Hoz/WSN

Grants aid communities in need

Valentina Duque Bojanini, Deputy News Editor April 2, 2014
The Deutsche Bank Americas Foundation is funding projects that will bring education and social services to 3,500 young Mexican and Mexican-American students.
NYU study finds women yearn for relationships to become egalitarian

NYU study finds women yearn for relationships to become egalitarian

Valentina Duque Bojanini, Deputy News Editor March 13, 2014
A recent study led by an NYU doctoral student examines the expectations of gender roles in dating.
Weinstein's Jonathan Evans takes grand prize at 11th annual UVL

Weinstein’s Jonathan Evans takes grand prize at 11th annual UVL

Valentina Duque Bojanini, Contributing Writer March 7, 2014
Sixteen performers competed for the $1000 first place prize at the Ultra Violet Live talent show on March 6.
Hannah Luu/WSN

Renowned physicist discusses significance of Higgs boson

Valentina Duque Bojanini, Contributing Writer March 6, 2014
CERN physicist Fabiola Gianotti spoke at NYU on Wednesday.
Felipe De La Loz/WSN

New York State faces winter blood shortage

Valentina Duque Bojanini, Contributing Writer February 24, 2014
There have been several blood drives at NYU following New York state's shortage of blood during the winter months.
New School professor lectures on debtors’ prisons

New School professor lectures on debtors’ prisons

Valentina Duque Bojanini, Contributing Writer February 13, 2014
The interdisciplinary lecture brought together an eclectic audience.