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

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All content by Yanel Siqueiros
The 1990 Greenwich Village Halloween Parade. (Courtesy of Joe Shlabotnik)

When skeletons come out of the closet and onto the street

While you might expect to see more Draculas than drag queens, the Village Halloween Parade has a storied history of queer activism.
Yanel Siqueiros, Staff Writer October 31, 2025

Drag performers line the streets in high-fashion yet ghoulish costumes alongside a parade of Elton John lookalikes and queer Victorian-era couples. It’s just another Halloween...

(Suditi Sircar for WSN)

Get a taste of Panama with this fluffy, fried pastry

Close out Hispanic Heritage Month by making hojaldres, a Panamanian breakfast pastry.
Yanel Siqueiros, Staff Writer October 15, 2025

Panama lies on the outer isthmus of Central America, connecting North and South America. Most notable for the Panama Canal, the country also has a rich cultural heritage, from...

(Aryan Kawatra for WSN)

5 spots in NYC to people-watch for outfit inspo

Your days of outfit repeating are over.
Yanel Siqueiros, Staff Writer September 19, 2025

One of the biggest perks of going to school in New York City is that it’s pretty much a real-life Pinterest board. From soft girl-glam to Carrie Bradshaw wannabes, you can see...

(Alex Woodworth for WSN)

6 runway-inspired pieces to wear this summer

We’re forecasting hot weather and even hotter new fashion trends.
Yanel Siqueiros, Contributing Writer May 6, 2025

Being stylish in the summer heat is a challenge for those who love to enhance their outfits with layers, jackets and cold-weather accessories. However, these items, spotted across...

(Brian Choi for WSN)

5 ways to spend smarter in NYC

The city isn’t getting cheaper, but having smart shopping habits doesn’t come at a high cost.
Yanel Siqueiros, Contributing Writer April 22, 2025

Limiting your spending as a college student is no easy feat, but it’s especially difficult in Greenwich Village, where rent has risen more than any other neighborhood in New...

Six pairs of various boots and loafers against a magenta background.

Booting out the basics: 6 unique Dr. Martens for the winter

Define your personal style this season with these picks from the Dr. Martens store.
Yanel Siqueiros, Contributing Writer December 5, 2024

The doc is in, quite literally. The chilly season welcomes a surge of leather-bound footwear across campus. By now, we’ve all seen the 1460s or the Chelsea boots. If you’re...