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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

Daphne Zhu

Daphne Zhu, Culture Editor

Daphne Zhu is a sophomore studying journalism, economics and the business of entertainment, media and technology — but her real expertise is scouting sample sales in the city. She enjoys collecting the New Yorker posters, subscribing to substacks and beating her Wordle record. Get in touch at [email protected].

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This student-founded online marketplace lets you sell your unwanted dorm items

Grad students David Cui and Christian Herren recently created Agora, an online marketplace for students to sell a variety of items and services.
Daphne Zhu, Culture Editor October 21, 2025

When college students move out every semester, countless piles of dorm furniture, mini-fridges and lamps flood landfills across the country. Though schools like NYU donate used...

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‘Tear It Up!’ festivities return to NYU Athletics

From basketball shootouts to live music, the 20-year-old tradition aims to spotlight student athletes and ignite school spirit.
Daphne Zhu, Culture Editor October 21, 2025

Hundreds of cheering students packed Paulson Center bleachers as NYU Athletics kicked off Friday’s women’s volleyball game with “Tear It Up!” — a decades-old athletics...

An illustration of various winter clothing items. Depicted in front of a snowy background is a fur coat, a gray sweater, brown ballet flats, a mannequin head with a furry hood and a pair of legs in a miniskirt wearing knee-high boots.

Winter fashion trend report 2024

The temperature may be dropping outside, but these winter 2024 fashion trends are turning up the heat.
Daphne Zhu, Contributing Writer December 9, 2024

As the colder weather sets in, winter 2024 fashion is all about roaring statements and plush textures. Whether you’re stepping out in fierce, bold prints or retreating to a cozy...