Alex Tey, Editor-at-Large
Top NYU trustee calls for FBI action on protests
William Berkley suggested that outside actors had planned pro-Palestinian encampments at New York City colleges, urging “the FBI and terrorist monitoring groups” to take action on a recent Zoom call with a centrist political organization.
NYU’s Paulson atrium restrictions might violate 2012 legal agreement
University officials insist that the public atrium is not closed — merely temporarily, indefinitely restricted to NYU-only access for security reasons. But potential flaws in their interpretation of a legal document cast doubt on this justification.
Thousands take to Washington Square to protest for cease-fire in Gaza
Nearly five months after the start of the Israel-Hamas war, thousands of protesters gathered at Washington Square Park to demand a cease-fire.
NYU students respond to Israel-Palestine conflict at citywide protests
Students took part in demonstrations across New York City on Sunday in response to intense fighting between the Israeli military and Palestinian militants in Gaza.
Streamer Kai Cenat’s meetup stirs up mayhem in Union Square
A crowd that had gathered for a giveaway organized by the creator damaged vehicles and wreaked havoc on Friday, prompting police to clear the square and surrounding streets.
For trans people, what comes after visibility?
This year’s Transgender Day of Visibility rally was a chance for trans people to affirm their existence — and to consider how we can go beyond merely being seen.
Listen To This: Sidney Gish ponders what could’ve been in ‘Filming School’
Read about this week’s most notable singles from Lovejoy, Lana Del Rey and more.
A tax break is saving NYU $141 million this year. Here’s how.
Universities in New York are exempt from paying property taxes. Here’s how much NYU saves.
A day of magical thinking at the Joan Didion estate sale
The Nov. 16 auction of Joan Didion’s belongings marked a final, posthumous turning point in the legacy of the perennial idol of aspiring writers.
Strike upends classes at The New School
Part-time faculty at The New School commenced a strike on Wednesday after their union was unable to reach a new tentative contract with the university.
Slavoj Žižek is the public intellectual for an absurd world
The oratory style of Slovenian philosopher Slavoj Žižek is as much performance as it is lecture.
Editor’s Note: The end of the semester
Top stories on NYU’s med school, the Rubin intruder and abortion rights, plus some bird-related thoughts on spring transitions.
Q&A: Time, place and live music with The Front Bottoms’ Brian Sella
The frontman of the New Jersey-born punk rock band spoke with WSN about the evolution of the band’s style and returning to perform in his home state.
Editor’s Note: Introducing WSN’s next Editor-in-Chief
Top stories this week: NYU med school defends disgraced biologist; criticism of Campus Safety.
Editor’s Note: Daily Screener, NYU Survival Guide
WSN responds to COVID cases in its staff.
Students upset by NYU response to roommate’s mental health crisis
Coral Tower residents sought a dialogue with their residence hall directors to communicate their concerns. They were left in the dark instead.
Editor’s Note: The ‘Re:’ special issue
“Re:,” the Identity & Equity Issue. Also: when and why we might go off the record with a source.
Editor’s Note: A memorial fund to support WSN staff
Introducing the Sarah Raybin Portlock Fund for WSN. Also, top stories on masks, Taylor Swift, Ukraine.
Editor’s Note: What purpose do letters to the editor serve?
Top stories from accommodations to anti-abortion protesters to a K-indie band interview.
Editor’s Note: The semester’s top stories (so far)
From campus safety to NYU’s response to conflicts overseas, a look at the first half of Spring 2022. Also, a look at how WSN staff get paid.
Editor’s Note: Spring break reads
Take some time to catch up with campus journalism. Featuring our Features section and explaining why we have one.
Editor’s Note: This week’s top stories, and WSN vs. world news
How we cover global events. Also: Ukraine, campus safety, Maisie Peters.
Editor’s Note: Defining editorials; on-campus safety concerns
What makes an editorial, and what doesn’t. Also: cuts to guard overtime, students assaulted, antisemitism.
Editor’s Note: Housing Guide, campus attacks; digital accessibility
Making our web content more accessible. Also: special issues about Valentine’s, dorms; news about attacks on campus and NYFW.
The case for the <3 emoticon
Real love isn’t like the ❤️ emoji.
Editor’s Note: SGA updates, nurse burnout, our editing process
How we edit our articles. Also: an interview with Gracie Abrams and why NYU should bulk-order masks.
Editor’s Note: COVID rules eased; notes on a retraction
We retracted a story — here’s why. Also: NYU’s reopening, @nyuaffirmations, “Euphoria.”
Review: On ‘Laurel Hell,’ Mitski blooms
Mitski's first album in four years pairs her unmatched lyricism with synth-heavy ’80s-inspired production. “Laurel Hell” is out Friday on all platforms.
Letter from the editor: On transition
Transitions are perpetual, uncomfortable and inevitable. Meet WSN's new editor-in-chief.
NYU alumni newsletter hints at in-person spring 2022 semester
An NYU webpage dated Jan. 15, 2022, states that NYU “is preparing to resume in-person instruction at the start of the spring semester” at its New York City campus and abroad sites.
NYU COVID positivity rate more than 20x pre-omicron average
The most recent data shows an 18.29% positivity rate in COVID tests at NYU.
Editor’s Note: A new newsletter from WSN’s editor-in-chief
Editor’s Note is an upcoming weekly newsletter from WSN’s Editor-in-Chief that brings you the week’s top stories — and the stories behind the stories.
Sometimes, expensive gifts… are better
If you’re at NYU, there’s a decent chance that you know some rich people who helped get you here. Here are expensive gifts that are actually worth the money that you can ask them for.
Listen to this: Mitski strikes again with new single ‘Heat Lightning’
Read about this week’s most notable singles by Mitski, Ed Sheeran, Joshua Bassett and more.
Opinion: Do us justice with your trans remembrance
Transgender Day of Remembrance, commemorated on Nov. 20 each year, is a day for mourning and honoring trans people lost to a transphobic society. If you’re a trans ally, you need to carefully consider where your remembrance is coming from.
