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Three people sitting and reading newspapers. One paper reads “GLORY TO THE MARTYRS, VICTORY TO THE RESISTANCE.”
Faculty hold ‘die-in’ to honor thousands of Palestinian deaths in Gaza
A close-up shot of a man wearing a blue-striped shirt and brown pants sitting in a floral-decorated staircase with big white words that say “BEYOND N.Y.U.”
Beyond NYU: From 8th-grade star to Broadway regular
Large signs and cutouts of red flowers with photos of people in their centers hang on a fence. The largest sign says “HONOR THE MARTYRS OF PALESTINE” and a smaller sign above says “FREE PALESTINE” in green and “ARMS EMBARGO NOW” in red.
Students read names of Palestinian and Lebanese martyrs at vigil
The number 6 train arrives at the Union Square station. People stand on the platform and walk on an overpass above the tracks.
NYU Langone calls on Gov. Hochul to reduce travel tolls for patients
Hundreds of pro-Palestinian protesters gathered outside the Paulson Center hours after a police sweep of the second Gaza Solidarity Encampment. (Krish Dev for WSN)
Students, staff, admin discuss NYU’s response to campus protests
The number 6 train arrives at the Union Square station. People stand on the platform and walk on an overpass above the tracks.
NYU Langone calls on Gov. Hochul to reduce travel tolls for patients
A document with a green pen, two one dollar bills and six coins on top of it.
The precarity of student loans under a second Trump term
A group of people stand on the sidewalk. They hold flyers, posters and a large sign stating “FLIP YOUR BALLOT OVER VOTE YES ON PROP #1.”
Students rally to expand anti-discrimination laws in New York
A graph comparing university ranking methedologies.
Why NYU’s spot in national rankings depends on who you ask
A hand holds a piece of paper up with the words “LANDMARK N.Y.E.E.I.!” written on it.
The fight to landmark the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary
Three people sitting and reading newspapers. One paper reads “GLORY TO THE MARTYRS, VICTORY TO THE RESISTANCE.”
Faculty hold ‘die-in’ to honor thousands of Palestinian deaths in Gaza
Large signs and cutouts of red flowers with photos of people in their centers hang on a fence. The largest sign says “HONOR THE MARTYRS OF PALESTINE” and a smaller sign above says “FREE PALESTINE” in green and “ARMS EMBARGO NOW” in red.
Students read names of Palestinian and Lebanese martyrs at vigil
Hundreds of pro-Palestinian protesters gathered outside the Paulson Center hours after a police sweep of the second Gaza Solidarity Encampment. (Krish Dev for WSN)
Students, staff, admin discuss NYU’s response to campus protests
How Trump’s administration could cut NYU’s research funding
How Trump’s administration could cut NYU’s research funding
An illustration of a three-person panel sitting in front of a crowd. The left person has a blue spotlight on them, the person in the middle has a red and blue spotlight, and the person on the right has a red spotlight.
‘Cackling, sneers and jeers’: College Democrats and Republicans squabble on the debate floor
An audience sitting in rows of wooden desks attentively listening in a well-lit conference room with large windows in the background.
NYU, UC Berkeley activists criticize crackdown on free speech at college campuses
A structure with draped white sheets that has the words “N.Y.U. FUNDS GENOCIDE” painted in black and red paint sits in the middle of a walkway with students confronting university staff.
Anti-Zionist Jewish group criticizes NYU ‘restrictions on movement’ at Gaza Solidarity Sukkah
(Danny Arensberg for WSN)
Jewish students set up Gaza Solidarity Sukkah in Schwartz Plaza
A police officer holds onto a metal barricade, blocking protesters holding Israeli flags from a space. A person in the foreground watches and the back of his jacket reads: “N.Y.P.D. COMMUNITY AFFAIRS.”
Zionist group accused of vandalism demands expulsion of NYU SJP
Protesters on one side of a street raise Palestinian flags and signs while protestors on the other side raise Israeli flags.
FSJP, NYU condemn ‘violence and vandalism’ from right-wing Zionist group
A large group of people sit on the large staircase inside the lobby of New York University’s Kimmel Center for University Life, with one person in the front row holding a sign with text “WOMAN LIFE FREEDOM” printed on it.
Students demand more from Hamilton on Iran demonstrations
The logo of New York University's Asian/Pacific/American Studies in white in the middle of leaves and flowers.
Asian/Pacific/American Studies major lacks adequate representation, students and faculty say
An exterior shot of the Bronfman Center. On the left is the entrance of the building with a New York University sign that reads “STILL REQUIRED FACE MASK.” On the right is a plaque that reads “New York University 7 The EDGAR M. BRONFMAN CENTER FOR JEWISH STUDENT LIFE”
NYU disputes failing grade on antisemitism report
Dr. Jonathan Haidt speaking in front of an audience with a presentation labeled “The Partisan Divide on Political Values Grows Even Wider” behind him.
Stern professor resigns from professional org. after refusing to write diversity statement
An illustration of a gray facade which reads “NYU School of Global Public Health”, with a purple banner that reads “NYU” on the right side, all against a pale background.
Women with disabilities more likely to report food insecurity, NYU study finds
A close-up shot of a man wearing a blue-striped shirt and brown pants sitting in a floral-decorated staircase with big white words that say “BEYOND N.Y.U.”
Beyond NYU: From 8th-grade star to Broadway regular
A girl standing next to a lifesized cardboard cutout of herself, with the words “BEYOND N.Y.U.” written to her left.
Beyond NYU: Turning a creative outlet into a personal brand
A man standing in a suit holding a trophy, with “STUDENT ACADEMY AWARDS” written on the wall behind him and “BEYOND NYU” written to the right.
Beyond NYU: Documenting human rights abuses on camera
A man posing in front of a white backdrop with the words “Beyond N.Y.U.” illustrated next to him.
Beyond NYU: From high school debate to the Broadway stage
A black and white image of a woman with the words “BEYOND N.Y.U.” illustrated next to her.
Beyond NYU: How a Tony Award-winning director took a passion for performance
Doctor Carl Zimmer speaks from the wooden podium in Hemmerdinger Hall. An audience sits in front of him. Behind him is a projector screen displaying two images.
How science journalists reported on the ‘story of our lifetime’
A man wearing a dotted tie, a white shirt and a black suit jacket speaks in an online conference session. Behind him are a bookshelf and five clocks displaying times in different time zones.
Minnesota prof criticizes public health response at COVID-19 lecture
An illustration of a COVID-19 vaccination card in the background with a half-full syringe on the left of the foreground and a bottle reading “COVID-19 VACCINE BOOSTER” on the right.
Most NYU students haven’t received the bivalent booster, WSN survey finds
A building which has NYU and NYU Steinhardt flags hoisted from a walls.
After one month of checking visitor vax cards, NYU gives up
Seven students wear masks while sitting at their desks in an NYU classroom. A professor sitting on a table listens to a student.
Immunocompromised students concerned following mask mandate removal
An illustration of a woman standing in front of a large line of people, checking her watch. Large and flashy signs advertising a sale are randomly placed.
NYC Black Friday boot camp
An illustration of an oven roasted turkey against a light purple background.
Ranked: Thanksgiving foods
A look into the interior of a restaurant with people eating inside. In the back, a poster says “Qahwah House Welcome, Our House is Your House” next to several images of nature.
Where to dine halal beyond the cart
(Brianna Ly for WSN)
Crafting for the soul: 4 DIYs to unplug and unwind
An illustration of the words “STAFF RECS” written in white on a blue background with white stars. In the bottom right corner, a white cloud says “MEN’S EDITION.” Surrounding the text are illustrations of a razor, a cotton swab, cologne and lotion.
Staff recs: Men’s beauty products
An illustration of a woman standing in front of a large line of people, checking her watch. Large and flashy signs advertising a sale are randomly placed.
NYC Black Friday boot camp
An illustration of the words “STAFF RECS” written in white on a blue background with white stars. In the bottom right corner, a white cloud says “MEN’S EDITION.” Surrounding the text are illustrations of a razor, a cotton swab, cologne and lotion.
Staff recs: Men’s beauty products
An illustration of a girl in a t-shirt and sweatpants shrugging on an iPhone screen on a background of an array of different video stills adorned with the icons of TikTok, Youtube and Instagram. Some video titles include “DRESSES I TRIED BUT…,” “HOW TO DRESS LIKE A…,” “NEW SHOES!” and “ICONIC...”
Fashion influencers you need to follow
An illustration of various cowgirl boots on a blue background, with white text reading “Cowgirl Boots” in the upper-right corner.
Hold your horses: These are the cowboy boots you should actually buy
Illustrations of the back of people’s heads with various hairstyles and accessories in pink, blue and peach colors. Scattered around them are small hair pins and clips.
From bows to caps, here are 6 chic hair accessories to level up your look
An illustration of an oven roasted turkey against a light purple background.
Ranked: Thanksgiving foods
A look into the interior of a restaurant with people eating inside. In the back, a poster says “Qahwah House Welcome, Our House is Your House” next to several images of nature.
Where to dine halal beyond the cart
A golden teapot pouring a clear liquid over a dish of orange soup.
New eats near NYU: Ishq puts a modern twist on Indian cuisine
A hot pot layout of food, containing several uncooked pieces of beef, butter, vegetables, spices and a heated pan for cooking.
This $159 all-you-can-eat Wagyu in Koreatown is worth every cent
A woman with wavy brown hair holds a tray of pink-frosted chocolate cupcakes.
For this NYU student, pastry is power
The interior of a small bookstore with a wooden floor, bookshelves lining the walls and globes and wooden birds hanging from the ceiling.
5 identity-based bookstores to explore
A barista makes a drink in a cafe kitchen filled with machines, ingredients and a pride flag. On the wall is a hanging poster with the word “Aiyo.”
4 tea-rrific spots for chai near campus
An illustration of a pumpkin carved with the sacred syllable aum and lit from inside on top of a purple, orange and white flower shape. Around it are lit purple oil lamps and glowing lotus and elephant shapes.
Crossover of the year: Celebrating Halloween and Diwali in 2024
Women sitting in a lecture hall looking forward.
A woman in business school: Charisma, confusion and closure
An art installation of a large house sculptural structure, displayed in a gallery space with a descriptive panel on the wall that says “This will pass" by Dalila Sanabria.
Review: ‘This will pass’ promises hope through Latin American mythology and history
An illustration of an oven roasted turkey against a light purple background.
Ranked: Thanksgiving foods
An illustration of a taco fighting french fries boxing in a ring.
Ranked: Fast food near campus
(Gia Sidhu for WSN)
Ranked: Microtrends
A collage of three photos. On the left, a model walks in a black, lace bodysuit with knee–length tassels hanging from the neckline. In the middle, a model stands in front of a flashlight, wearing a high khaki-beige collar with layered circular cut-out on two sides, with a side slit skirt and knee high boots. On the right, a model wears an oversized blue pinstripe suit and a beige hat. There is a red bandana tied around their neck and collection of small red knotted ropes attached to one breast of their jacket.
Ranked: The top 5 looks from WSN’s NYFW coverage
A hand holds a phone with images of four books on the screen.
Ranked: Book tracking apps
A model wearing a long light-blue spaghetti-strap dress walks in the middle of 10 other models standing in a circle.
WSN at New York Fashion Week
Six models wearing all black, walking down a runway in a single-file line.
Frederick Anderson delivers African glam and elegance in his Spring 2025 collection
A model wears a pink and green tweed jacket in front of clothing racks.
Californian brand St. John puts an edgy twist on vintage classics at NYFW
Two images of models side-by-side
Andrew Kwon’s ‘ephemeral’ embraces fantastical floral fashion
A model wearing a black hat and hoodie with orange accents, a white undershirt and black pants and shoes walks down a white tiled runway while carrying a beige bag with green leaves.
Flying Solo returns to NYFW, attempting to push the fashion envelope
A man and woman in historical costumes on a stage set resembling an office.
Review: ‘Oh, Mary!’ brings unhinged comedy to Broadway
A close-up shot of two women, with one wearing a headscarf and holding an orange container, while the other is standing next to her staring at it.
Review: ‘All We Imagine as Light’ is a triumphant portrayal of multi-generational womanhood
A collection of photographs pinned on beige boards on a white wall.
Review: Annie Leibovitz weaves together a tapestry of American culture
An illustration of Ariana Grande facing away and leaning against another version of herself.
The case for ‘eternal sunshine’
A purple sign with the phrase “MAKING HOME” and “SMITHSONIAN DESIGN TRIENNIAL, NOVEMBER 2, 2024 TO AUGUST 10, 2025,” on a black fence.
Review: ‘Making Home — Smithsonian Design Triennial’ vividly redefines the idea of home
A collage of four illustrations of book covers.
Books beyond Bobst: An activist’s self-help book, a new Percy Jackson novel and more
An illustration of four book covers. “The Art Thief,” “A Certain Hunger,” “Knife,” and “The Nightingale” are depicted.
Books beyond Bobst: An artsy true crime book, a novel about a woman eating her lovers and more
Against a blue, red and white background reminiscent of the Filipino flag, there's a yellow sun pattern in the center with the letters “F. A. H. M.” in blue type.
5 books to read as Filipino American History Month wraps up
A collage of four illustrated book covers.
Books beyond Bobst: An art criticism compilation, a romance set in Communist Poland and more
An illustration of a book cover with a woman in a yellow jacket holding swans in a bag. The title, “Scaffolding,” is in the middle in white and the author, “LAUREN ELKIN,” is in blue in the lower right corner.
Review: ‘Scaffolding’ tears down endless emotional barriers
A close-up shot of two women, with one wearing a headscarf and holding an orange container, while the other is standing next to her staring at it.
Review: ‘All We Imagine as Light’ is a triumphant portrayal of multi-generational womanhood
A staged wedding scene in a vintage living room featuring floral designs and curtains with guests sitting in a white folding chair applauding while the cameraman films the events. On the right is the bride smiling while wearing a short white dress and veil standing next to the groom in a powder blue suit.
Review: ‘Here’ is a disjointed, time-hopping mess
A person in a black shirt and white collar standing in front of a pink background.
Beyond awareness: Jane Schoenbrun’s radical trans future
A person wearing headphones holding a microphone in the middle of a forest path.
Review: ‘Allen Sunshine’ hooks the heart with friendship, music and the gentle art of healing
A blonde woman with bedazzled hoop earrings and a rose-patterned top stands in a room lit with neon red and blue lights.
Review: ‘Emilia Pérez’ takes big risks with little payoff
An illustration of Ariana Grande facing away and leaning against another version of herself.
The case for ‘eternal sunshine’
10 songs for your cold-weather playlist
10 songs for your cold-weather playlist
An album cover of a stone floating in an ether. The text surrounding the stone reads “the CURE”.
Review: The Cure takes on death in gothic rock fashion with ‘Songs of a Lost World’
An album cover of faces of girls with purple skin, white glowing eyes and various expressions with a vinyl peeking out. The girl in the center has blonde hair and a shirt with “LIL UZI” written on it as a key floats above her head.
Review: ‘Eternal Atake 2’ is Lil Uzi’s eternal mistake
A blonde person wearing a blue dress sitting on the floor near a white-blue Christmas tree with a white fireplace in the background.
Review: Megan Moroney’s Christmas EP pulls from heartbreak and Elvis
A man and woman in historical costumes on a stage set resembling an office.
Review: ‘Oh, Mary!’ brings unhinged comedy to Broadway
A man and woman stand facing the audience in adjacent rooms on a stage. The woman’s has a purple hue while the man’s is blue.
Review: ‘Maybe Happy Ending’ melts even the most robotic hearts
A woman hanging from a bed that is in the air, looking down at a man. Underneath them is a bed of flowers.
Review: Shakespeare takes on vaping, crop tops and energy drinks
A man stands on a stage holding a lantern while an ensemble of people stand and sit on a series of steps behind him.
‘Our Town’ returns to Broadway and proves that sometimes less is more
A bunch of men jumping on a stage in the rain, some having bloody faces.
Review: ‘The Outsiders’ is a golden adaptation of a celebrated classic
A collection of photographs pinned on beige boards on a white wall.
Review: Annie Leibovitz weaves together a tapestry of American culture
A purple sign with the phrase “MAKING HOME” and “SMITHSONIAN DESIGN TRIENNIAL, NOVEMBER 2, 2024 TO AUGUST 10, 2025,” on a black fence.
Review: ‘Making Home — Smithsonian Design Triennial’ vividly redefines the idea of home
A hallway that leads into an exhibit is painted black and dimly lit. The wall to the left says “SIENA” and the wall to the right says “THE RISE OF PAINTING, 1300-1350.”
Review: The Met’s newest exhibition breathes life into Italy’s colossal history
A blonde Barbie doll wearing a red jacket and gold necktie.
Review: ‘Barbie®: A Cultural Icon’ offers hope for women in uncertain times
(Courtesy of Tony Irons)
Review: ‘Heartwood’ connects the deterioration of our bodies and the earth
An illustration of Donald Trump on the left of the drawing pointing his finger, and on the right are a crowd of different colored hands raised and three signs in the middle with the letters “D.E.I.”
Opinion: Will DEI survive another Trump presidency?
A caricature illustration of a large man wearing a white nationalist pin while sitting behind a microphone and in front of an upside down American flag.
Opinion: How alt-right media influenced the Gen Z vote
The exterior of a public restroom in a park.
Opinion: Let New Yorkers be free to pee
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. talking at a podium with a screen of the American flag behind him.
Off Topic: Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s concerns about health care should concern you
A three person panel sitting in front of a crowd. The left person has a blue spotlight on them, the person in the middle has a red and blue spotlight and the person on the right has a red spotlight.
Opinion: Student activism in the age of Trump
An illustration of a collage of different scenes, such as a war zone, the face of prime minister of Israel Benjamin Netanyahu and a person holding a sign that says "BANS OFF OUR BODIES."
Editorial: Reflect. Recharge. Then get to work.
An illustration of a balancing weight scale with a box on each side. One says “LOCAL VOTE” and the other says “FEDERAL VOTE.”
Editorial: Think globally, vote locally
NYU students gather for a vigil in Washington Square Park mourning the loss of life in Lebanon on Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2024 in New York.
Editorial: NYU needs to talk about Lebanon. Publicly.
(Krish Dev for WSN)
Editorial: NYU is stifling protest in an attempt to control its image
(Samson Tu for WSN)
Editorial: NYU must reckon with its actions at Gould Plaza
The exterior of a public restroom in a park.
Opinion: Let New Yorkers be free to pee
Red text reading “EXEMPTION” overlays a stack of tax forms.
Opinion: NYU’s tax-exempt status puts other New York schools at a disadvantage
A red sign on top of a cardboard box reading “VOTE N.Y.C.” inside of a building.
Opinion: Understanding NYC’s 2024 ballot proposals
A birds-eye-view of the Lower East Side and Financial District in New York City.
Opinion: Student tenants need to stand up for themselves
A person walks through a subway turnstile next to an open emergency exit door.
Opinion: Punishing fare evasion isn’t fair
A caricature illustration of a large man wearing a white nationalist pin while sitting behind a microphone and in front of an upside down American flag.
Opinion: How alt-right media influenced the Gen Z vote
A cobblestone street with brick buildings on the left side and white buildings on the right.
Opinion: Language & Cultural Houses are more than just quaint cottages splattered across campus
An illustration of a white speech bubble that reads “This shit sucks” in black font. Next to it, another speech bubble that is blue and reads “Right?”. Both speech bubbles are against a gray grid background.
Opinion: A 3-step guide to complaining correctly
An illustration of a purple world map with four circles of club logos overlaying it. The top left circle has text “the French club” with the French flag drawn inside the letter “F” against a blue background. The top right circle has the tip of the Empire State Building lit with green, white and red lights and text “ITALIAN CLUB AT N.Y.U.” against a light blue background. The bottom left circle has text “C.M.S” in red and a red flower icon. The bottom right circle has text “Russian Club at N.Y.U” in red against a white background.
Opinion: NYU should promote more conversation clubs
An illustration of a tweet from user @A1exandraCohen with text “if i EVER get Twitter blue, just know it’s a cry for help.” against a blue background. The tweet has two likes.
Opinion: Students can save Twitter
An illustration of Donald Trump on the left of the drawing pointing his finger, and on the right are a crowd of different colored hands raised and three signs in the middle with the letters “D.E.I.”
Opinion: Will DEI survive another Trump presidency?
A three person panel sitting in front of a crowd. The left person has a blue spotlight on them, the person in the middle has a red and blue spotlight and the person on the right has a red spotlight.
Opinion: Student activism in the age of Trump
Opinion: NYU should reduce the amount of CAS core requirements
Opinion: NYU should reduce the amount of CAS core requirements
An illustration of Donald Trump pointing his finger at a group of figures wearing graduation caps. Behind them are flags of the world.
Guest Essay: Studying as an international student under a second Trump administration
A photograph of a building from across the street.
Opinion: NYU needs to provide medication abortions
A portrait of Eric Adams wearing a gray suit, white collared shirt and navy blue printed tie. He stands in front of a royal blue background and an American flag on a floor stand.
Off-Third: Eric Adams and Rudy Giuliani compete to be NYC’s most disgraced mayor
An illustration of a person with binoculars staring in awe at a woman wearing dark sunglasses and red lipstick.
Off-Third: How to stalk campus celebrities
An image of a N.Y.U. flag, with the color purple edited into pink.
Off-Third: NYU changes branding to save misled patients
A laptop with the screen open to “NYU Albert” is covered with a red X on the left, and a piece of paper with the NYU logo titled “Course Registration” is covered with a green checkmark on the right. The background is blue.
Off Third: NYU takes course registration completely off the grid
A crowd of students in a large lobby.
Off-Third: NYU to use students as human fire extinguishers following policy change
An illustration of a white postcard with a red stamp in the top right corner. On the postcard are the words “letter to the editor” in a cursive style. Behind the postcard is a closed gray envelope.
Letter to the Editor: Silver School dean on the case for a tuition-free social work education
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Letter to the Editor: Wasserman Center director on the Handshake job search platform
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Letter to the Editor: CWS director on suicide response and mental health resources
An illustration of a white postcard with a red stamp in the top right corner. On the postcard are the words “letter to the editor” in a cursive style. Behind the postcard is a closed gray envelope.
Letter to the Editor: NYU remains committed to NYU Tel Aviv
An illustration of a white postcard with a red stamp in the top right corner. On the postcard are the words “letter to the editor” in a cursive style. Behind the postcard is a closed gray envelope.
Letter to the Editor: An open letter to President Hamilton
Protesters holding hands amidst a crowd waving a Palestinian flag and holding signs that say “CEASEFIRE NOW LET GAZA LIVE!"
Guest Essay: Why we protest
Five panelists sit on a stage in front of a red curtain and a screen that reads “Listening from the Heart.”
Guest Essay: NYU in Dialogue’s ‘Shared Grief, Shared Hope’ panel was heartbreakingly healing
(Krish Dev for WSN)
Editorial: NYU is stifling protest in an attempt to control its image
The photo is shot from behind a troupe of police in helmets surveying a group of protesters while the Washington Square Arch stands above them all.
Opinion: NYU’s hypocritical attitude toward student activism isn’t new
A student with long hair wearing five different graduation caps stacked on top of one another. There is a purple graduation cap falling off the top and the student is reaching out to catch it.
Opinion: NYU needs to give transfer students a better shot
A person wearing a keffiyeh is zip tied by a cop in protective gear.
Inside NYU’s 180-plus disciplinary cases against pro-Palestinian students and faculty
Students walking on NYU’s Abu Dhabi campus. (Sam Klein for WSN)
‘Extremely disturbing’: Concerns over academic freedom at NYU Abu Dhabi surface following policies restricting attire at graduation
A purple N.Y.U. flag hangs on a building.
A search firm failed to find misconduct allegations against NYU’s former athletics director. Here’s why.
File Photo: NYU Tisch School of the Arts located at 721 Broadway. (Katie Peurrung for WSN)
A Tisch professor disappeared during a misconduct investigation. Two semesters later, he’s scheduled to teach again.
A mural of a woman’s face holding up a chain with the word “LOISAIDA” and a gold cityscape. The words “el bohio murals” and “#BRINGARTBACK” are next to the woman alongside the words “CURATED BY … THRIVECOLLECTIVE.ORG.”
Activists’ 25-year fight to revive an East Village community center
A medic applies a black bandage to an N.Y.U. wrestler crouched on the ground in a purple leotard that reads “VIOLETS.”
In the Huddle: Trent Furman on his 100th career win and experience as a Violet
A white bracket with school names on against a black background. There are small, yellow volleyballs behind the bracket.
Staff predictions: Women’s volleyball return to NCAA tournament
A hand is folded to show off a gold and black ring with purple gems. The ring says “DEVENS” and “N.Y.U.” and has the silhouette of half of a basketball.
Women’s basketball rings in the new season with a 105-36 victory
An illustration of bold white text that says “Weekly Sports Update” on a purple background with light purple flowers.
Cross country regional champions, women’s soccer advance to Sweet 16 and more
A purple illustration of a person shouting “OUT OF BOUNDS" while holding a big whistle. Behind the person is Big Ben, the Berlin TV Tower and Puerto Madero's Puente de la Mujer footbridge.
Out of Bounds: Major sports news out of Buenos Aires, London and Berlin
A person in a white top, jeans and pink strawberry earrings sits on a park bench with a pink tote bag.
Style on the Square
(Krish Dev for WSN)
Finding school spirit at NYU
Pro-Palestinian protesters demonstrate on Gould Plaza holding a Palestinian flag and a sign that reads “No more dollar sign for Israel’s crimes.”
Inside the Gaza Solidarity Encampment at NYU
(Krish Dev for WSN)
‘Gaza Solidarity Encampment’ becomes site of mass arrest at NYU
Two people run in front of the New York City skyline smiling.
NYU’s department of physical therapy hosts race to raise money for research
(Krish Dev for WSN)
Finding school spirit at NYU
Pro-Palestinian protesters demonstrate on Gould Plaza holding a Palestinian flag and a sign that reads “No more dollar sign for Israel’s crimes.”
Inside the Gaza Solidarity Encampment at NYU
(Krish Dev for WSN)
‘Gaza Solidarity Encampment’ becomes site of mass arrest at NYU
Two people run in front of the New York City skyline smiling.
NYU’s department of physical therapy hosts race to raise money for research
The Toronto skyline at night.
Spring break snapshots: Grassy getaways to snow-stuck trucks
SLAM! at NYU celebrates the art of spoken word
SLAM! at NYU celebrates the art of spoken word
Mou Theatre brings together Mandarin-speaking theater enthusiasts at NYU
Mou Theatre brings together Mandarin-speaking theater enthusiasts at NYU
A woman hanging a Turkish flag on a curtain by a window at N.Y.U.'s Kimmel Center. Outside of the window is a red building.
Turkish NYU students commemorate 85 years since the death of republic founder
Barks in Tompkins Square Park: Annual Halloween Dog Parade returns
Barks in Tompkins Square Park: Annual Halloween Dog Parade returns
Rob Benevides applies a white wig to an actor wearing a prosthetic costume face.
An inside look at the art and design process of behind-the-scenes artists
An illustration of Vice President Kamala Harris and former president Donald Trump, over a blue and red background.
The Election Issue | Under the Arch Magazine
Six models wearing all black, walking down a runway in a single-file line.
The Fashion Issue | Under the Arch Magazine
(Alisia Houghtaling for WSN)
Welcome home, class of 2028
The Housing Guide | Under the Arch Magazine
The Housing Guide | Under the Arch Magazine
Four people toast over dinner.
The Dinner Party Issue | Under the Arch Magazine
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Rachel Ruecker

Rachel Ruecker, Editor-at-Large

Rachel is a Senior Editor here this semester, whatever that means. She really likes proving to people that she’s complicated and as such spent last semester as the Sports Editor while also being a drama major in Tisch. She is happy to report (ha!) that she made it out alive, if barely. She is also from Canada.That’s important. She also tweets a lot. Former Editor-in-Chief Alex Bazeley once said she was his favourite Twitter follow so like, follow her.

All content by Rachel Ruecker
The World According to Rachel: On Please, Thank You and I’m Sorry

The World According to Rachel: On Please, Thank You and I’m Sorry

Rachel Ruecker, Editor-at-Large • September 21, 2017
Editor-at-Large Rachel Ruecker discusses the power of the words "please," "thank you" and "I'm sorry."
The Bucket List Issue

The Bucket List Issue

Rachel Ruecker, Senior Editor • May 1, 2017

The Bucket List Issue

The Bucket List Issue

Rachel Ruecker, Senior Editor • May 1, 2017

NYU is a dream school. People flock from near and far to don the Violet — if only metaphorically — but once we’re here, we often get so caught up in the bureaucratic mess...

The World According to Rachel: On Moms, Musicals and Everything Else

The World According to Rachel: On Moms, Musicals and Everything Else

Rachel Ruecker, Senior Editor • May 1, 2017
In the last edition of her column for the semester, Senior Editor Rachel Ruecker reflects on music and her mom, among other things.
WSN weighs in on what music to listen to while studying.

Staff Recs: Best Music to Study To

Rachel Ruecker, Natasha Roy, Hailey Nuthals and Jordan Reynolds • April 27, 2017
Just in time for finals season to hit, WSN staff offer their best bets for music to study to.
The New York Rangers celebrate their victory over the Montreal Canadiens in game six of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Saturday. NYU reacts to the team’s success.

NYU Reacts: Rangers Win Over Canadiens

Rachel Ruecker, Senior Editor • April 24, 2017
As the Stanley Cup Playoffs journey on, the Rangers bested the Montreal Canadiens in six games. Here's the take from NYU students.
The World According to Rachel: On the Real Deal

The World According to Rachel: On the Real Deal

Rachel Ruecker, Senior Editor • April 20, 2017
Senior Editor Rachel Ruecker discusses how capitalism has grown from a free-market theory into a complicated and occasionally depressing paradox, but it's hard to see its complexities from inside the bubble.
The World According to Rachel: On Loving What You Do and Doing the Work

The World According to Rachel: On Loving What You Do and Doing the Work

Rachel Ruecker, Senior Editor • April 13, 2017
Senior Editor Rachel Ruecker discusses putting in the work to get the desired outcome and loving whatever you do.
The World According to Rachel: On Coffee Dates

The World According to Rachel: On Coffee Dates

Rachel Ruecker, Senior Editor • April 6, 2017
Senior Editor Rachel Ruecker discusses the journey of friendship throughout college.
When Theater Becomes More Than the Stage

When Theater Becomes More Than the Stage

Rachel Ruecker, Senior Editor • April 6, 2017
In the digital age, art has begun to overlap — and theater is no different, as plays continue to be performed in ways that transcend the stage.
The World According to Rachel: On Traveling Standby

The World According to Rachel: On Traveling Standby

Rachel Ruecker, Senior Editor • March 30, 2017
Senior editor Rachel Ruecker discusses the stresses of flying standby.
The NYU men’s hockey team played their last Division-II game on Sunday night. They ended the season with a victory as the American Collegiate Hockey Association national champions.

Hockey Ends Time in Division-II on Top

Rachel Ruecker, Senior Editor • March 20, 2017
The NYU hockey team won the American Collegiate Hockey Association Division-II Championship to cap off its time in the division. They will head to Division-I next season.
Senior Editor Rachel Ruecker reflects on how popular culture revolves around community.

The World According to Rachel: On Community

Rachel Ruecker, Senior Editor • March 9, 2017
Senior editor Rachel Ruecker discusses the complexities of finding community while studying in New York.
Senior Editor Rachel Ruecker reflects on turning 20 and leaving the teen years.

The World According to Rachel: On Leaving Adolescence

Rachel Ruecker, Senior Editor • March 2, 2017
Washington Square News' Senior Editor Rachel Ruecker discusses turning 20 as part of her new column.
The NYU hockey team playing at their home ground of Chelsea Piers. Spencer Varney and Mike Martin are the assistant coaches of the team, with the head coach being Chris Cosentino and goaltending coach, Dan Fortunato.

Martin and Varney: On the Ice to Behind the Bench

Rachel Ruecker, Senior Editor • February 27, 2017
With recent success on the ice, the NYU hockey program can look behind the bench for a legacy of dedication to both the sport and the team.
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Lipton Hall

Rachel Ruecker, Senior Editor • February 23, 2017

Residency: Freshmen Estimated yearly cost: $12,476 – $16,692 Low-cost rooms available: Yes Commute to class: 5 minute walk to WSP, 20-25 minute subway ride to Tandon Nearby...

The NYU hockey team won this weekend’s SECHL playoff tournament in Montclair, New Jersey. Over spring break, the Violets will compete in the ACHA Division II National Tournament to be held in Columbus, Ohio.

Hockey Wins SECHL Championship

Rachel Ruecker, Senior Editor • February 21, 2017
The NYU hockey team took home the SECHL title en route to next month's ACHA National championship.
The NYU Hockey Team playing at their home ground of Chelsea Piers, Friday, Feb. 10, 2017. The game saw the Violets experience their first loss of the year, against Sacred Heart University.

Hockey Enjoys Success in Regular Season Finale

Rachel Ruecker, Senior Editor • February 13, 2017
The NYU hockey team heads into the post-season next weekend riding the wave of a competitive 4-0 victory over rivals William Paterson University.
The NYU hockey team had a busy weekend with two very close, competitive games.

Hockey Splits Penultimate Weekend

Rachel Ruecker, Senior Editor • February 6, 2017
The NYU hockey split its weekend decisions at home.
The NYU Hockey Team defended its home ground with a strong 12-2 victory over the weekend.

Hockey Strong at Home

Rachel Ruecker, Senior Editor • January 30, 2017
The NYU hockey team played at home for the first time in 2017 and displayed offensive prowess Friday in a 12-2 showing against Central Connecticut State University and kept things interesting Sunday against Keene State College in a 4-3 win.
After a perfect first weekend of the season, the NYU hockey team will return to the Chelsea Piers Sky Rink on Friday.

Hockey Kicks Off 2017

Rachel Ruecker, Senior Editor • January 23, 2017
The NYU hockey team was back this weekend, coming away with a pair of wins against northeast foes.
Chandni Sharma

Chandni Sharma

Refusing to Compromise Identity
Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • December 8, 2016

Her name is Chandni, and she’s going to make damn sure you take the time to learn it right. “You know how people have their, like, Starbucks name or whatever?” Sharma...

The NYU Hockey team split their decisions on the road.

Post-Break Hockey Roundup

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • December 5, 2016
The NYU hockey team hit the road this weekend in their return from break, playing Keene State and Northeastern.
For the first time since 2013, the mens’ cross country team competed in the NCAA Division III championship.

Checking in on Athletics

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • December 5, 2016
Here's a look back at how NYU sports teams fared in the fall, along with what's next in the wonderful world of NYU athletics.
The women's basketball team improved their record to a stellar 7-0, increasing their season opening streak.

Women’s Basketball Beats Brooklyn, Moves to 7-0

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • December 2, 2016
The women's basketball team improved their winning streak to seven, maintaining their perfect start to the season against Brooklyn College on Thursday.
The NHL revealed a new team, Vegas Golden Knights, which is situated in Las Vegas.

Anywhere But Las Vegas: Americanizing Canada’s Game

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • November 29, 2016
The NHL's newly added 31st team is the Vegas Golden Knights, which is raising some eyebrows among diehard hockey fans. Here's a look at what could be.
Stephanie Cunningham achieved the NYU Women’s Fencing team’s sole victory in its duel against Columbia on Tuesday.

Wrestling 2-0 in Grapple at the Garden

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • November 28, 2016
The NYU Grapplers headed to the exciting Grapple at the Garden this weekend where they came out on top — literally, while the fencing team struggled, with both the men's and women's teams losing.
The NYU Hockey team has enjoyed smooth sailing so far this season.

Violet Hockey by the Numbers

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • November 28, 2016
A numbers breakdown for the Violet hockey team.
The Athletes Issue: Training in Silence

The Athletes Issue: Training in Silence

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • November 21, 2016

Being a Division III school with a more artistic focus, sports are often cast aside at NYU. However, within these oft-forgotten teams are athletes with complex and unique stories...

Elise Gibbs helped maintain the NYU women’s swimming team’s undefeated status on Sunday.

Women’s Swimming and Diving Crushes

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • November 21, 2016
Violet sports action this weekend included continuations to the wrestling and swimming and diving seasons, while the cross country team complete theirs.
The NYU hockey team suffered a loss at Chelsea Piers, in its first game of the season.

Hockey Breaks Streak, Rebounds

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • November 21, 2016
After dropping just their second of the season Friday at home against RPI, the Violet hockey team redeemed themselves Saturday against Marist, shutting out the Red Foxes 3-0.
Some NYU students stay true to the sports teams of their hometowns while others find themselves potentially at the front of Yankee Stadium.

Photo: Does Coming to New York Mean Switching Teams?

Miguel de Laveaga, Contributing Writer • November 15, 2016

Some NYU students stay true to the sports teams of their hometowns while others find themselves potentially at the front of Yankee Stadium.

Midfielder, Bryan Walsh, scored the lone goal for NYU in the team’s final game of the season.

Soccer Gears Up For Postseason

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • November 14, 2016
The men's and women's soccer seasons entered the postseason with the men's team falling to Drew University, while the women winning both their weekend games.
The NYU Hockey team’s hot streak continued as they took to the road this weekend and improved their record to 11-1.

Hockey Tested, But Stands Tall

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • November 14, 2016
The Violet hockey team delivered an exciting OT win Saturday in Albany, followed by a 5-2 win against RPI in an afternoon in Troy.
Captain Steven Esposito at center ice for the ceremonial puck drop on Friday night against Northeastern University.

Promotion Provides Momentum for Hockey

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • November 7, 2016
NYU's hockey team stayed dominant in its pair of outings this weekend, beginning Friday at home with a 3-2 win over Northeastern and finishing big on Saturday 11-3 against Montclair State.
Violet Nation serves to expand the reach of NYU Athletics.

Photo: Violet Nation: Rallying Together

November 7, 2016

Violet Nation serves to expand the reach of NYU Athletics.

Both the men’s and women’s soccer teams celebrated their final games of the regular season on a picturesque fall day at their home Gaelic park.

Photo: Soccer Season Ends on the Up

November 7, 2016

Both the men’s and women’s soccer teams celebrated their final games of the regular season on a picturesque fall day at their home Gaelic park.

After their season long winning streak, the Violet’s lost to William Paterson University on Saturday.

Hockey Fails to Uphold Streak

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • October 31, 2016
The NYU hockey team's winning streak came to an end Saturday against William Paterson University. They continued play Sunday against Providence College.
The Violets continue their winning streak against University of Massachusetts, sitting at a perfect 6-0 for the season thus far.

Hockey Stays Unblemished Through Six Games

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • October 24, 2016
The NYU hockey team continued their perfect season opening streak in a pair of shutout wins this weekend.
Stern freshman, Owen Smith, scores the last goal in the Violets’ game against Maritime.

Soccer Recovers from Losses, Shuts Out Opponents

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • October 20, 2016
Both the men's and women's soccer teams looked to rebound off a rough weekend in the Midwest on Thursday night.
In their victory against Brandeis, sophomore Katie Goethe supported the team with 39 assists.

Volleyball Continues Downward Slump

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • October 19, 2016
The women's volleyball team continued on a downward trend at home against Stevens Institute of Technology last night.
The NYU Hockey team continued their undefeated season with matches against the US Naval Academy and the University of Maryland-Baltimore.

Hockey Stays Hot in Weekend Away

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • October 17, 2016
The NYU men's hockey team continued their early hot streak, improving to 4-0 on the season in their pair of away games this weekend.
The NYU hockey team saw victory this past weekend, winning 9-1 and Siena College and 4-3 at the University of New Hampshire.

Violets Hockey Dominant in First Two Home Games

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • October 11, 2016
The NYU hockey team started its season off strong at home this weekend, taking Siena College 9-1 and the University of New Hampshire 4-3.
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Photo: Pop-Up Luke’s Invokes ‘Gilmore Girls’ Nostalgia

WSN Staff • October 5, 2016

The women’s soccer team continued their dominance with a 4-0 home win over Brooklyn College.

Women’s Soccer Rebounds from Scoreless Weekend

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • October 4, 2016
The NYU women's soccer team looks to continue their successful season with a home game against Brooklyn College.
Queens

Queens

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • October 3, 2016

The biggest and second most populated of the five boroughs, Queens is quite literally the landing and taking off point for many as they leave or return to the city, but it’s...

NYU students competed in a variety of sports this weekend including volleyball, cross country, and tennis.

Mercurial Violets Thrive in Golf, Struggle in Volleyball

Rachel Ruecker and Miguel de Laveaga • October 3, 2016
Recapping the rest of the weekend's sports action, including cross country, golf, tennis and volleyball.
Sports and theater may seem as though they are on opposite ends of the spectrum, but actually have a lot in common.

Sports vs. Theater: Working Toward a Common Cause

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • September 29, 2016
Sports Editor and Tischie Rachel Ruecker takes us through why maybe sports and theater aren't so different after all.
At the NYU-NJCU match, Tristan Medios-Simon scored all three goals for his team, bringing NYU up to a tie with NJCU.

Soccer Held Scoreless in Home Loss

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • September 27, 2016
The NYU men's soccer team played Drew University at home on Tuesday, in hopes of finding consistency.
The NYU women’s volleyball team brought home another win this past weekend at Baruch College, bumping their season up to a high streak.

Volleyball Shows No Signs of Slowing Down

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • September 26, 2016
The NYU women's volleyball team maintained their hot streak, improving to 13-3 on the season.
NYU women golf team take third place at the Mt. Holyoke Invitational.

Golf Stellar in Busy Sports Weekend

Miguel de Laveaga and Rachel Ruecker • September 26, 2016
Recapping the weekend's sports action.
Senior Editor Rachel Ruecker reflects on turning 20 and leaving the teen years.

Photo: Rachel Ruecker

January 23, 2016

Senior Editor Rachel Ruecker reflects on turning 20 and leaving the teen years.

NYU women's soccer came from behind and won against Ramapo with a score of 3-2.

Women’s Soccer Soars While Men’s Runs in Place

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • September 21, 2016
NYU's soccer contingents each played Wednesday, with the women's team recapturing brilliance and the men's team held to a 3-3 tie.
The NYU women's volleyball team has been doing very well so far this season.

Fall Sports: An Update On The Highs and Lows

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • September 21, 2016
Examining the highs and lows of NYU's fall sports teams thus far in the season.
Women’s soccer dominated the field this past weekend in a game against Trinity College, yet couldn’t bring home the win. The score remained 0-0.

Soccer Scoreless in Double OT

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • September 19, 2016
The NYU women's soccer team was held to a scoreless tie after going to double overtime against Trinity College.
Sophomore Annie Singh was a high hitter against Brooklyn College with 8 kills.

Volleyball Continues Mini Streak, Dominates Brooklyn College

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • September 15, 2016
The women's volleyball team competed in a one-sided match against Brooklyn College on Tuesday.
Junior Nic Notaro, who plays forward, goes in for a header against Mt. St. Vincent.

Violet Soccer Players Come in Clutch in Mid-Week Action

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • September 14, 2016
The women's and men's soccer teams took to the field for some mid week action, with both teams emerging successful.
The Violets’ Cross Country team took to Poughkeepsie to participate in Vassar College’s Ron Stonitsch Invitational this weekend.

Weather Hampers Cross Country

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • September 12, 2016
A rundown of NYU's cross-country team's weekend performance at the Ron Stonitsch Invitational.
A Home 3,000 Miles Away From Home

A Home 3,000 Miles Away From Home

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • September 12, 2016

On the first day of freshman year, I gave each of my roommates a bottle of maple syrup and a package of maple sugar candy. Everything that came after felt somewhat inevitable. I...

Team Europe plays Team North America in the Third World Cup of Hockey installment, a revival of the 2004 NHL event.

Preview: The World Cup of Hockey

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • September 8, 2016
WSN's resident hockey expert takes us through a preview of the World Cup of Hockey.
The Yankee Stadium in the Bronx is an iconic space for sports in NYC.

The Hottest Sports Tickets in NYC Aren’t Always a Pipe Dream

Ashley Arnold and Rachel Ruecker • September 8, 2016
A handy guide to New York City professional sports teams for NYU students.
Men's Soccer Rights Ship to Avoid Early-Season Skid

Men’s Soccer Rights Ship to Avoid Early-Season Skid

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • September 7, 2016
The NYU men's soccer team took on the City College of New York.
NYU Hockey’s head coach Chris Cosentino is going into the new season with major optimism, regardless of losing five key players to last May’s graduation.

Hockey Preps to Bounce Back After Failing to Defend Their National Title

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • September 6, 2016
A look at the NYU men's hockey team's stab at redemption for the 2016-2017 year.
Club Sports For the Masses

Club Sports For the Masses

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor • August 28, 2016

You may or may not know this already, but NYU is not exactly a hotbed of excitement about varsity sports. That being said, there is still a myriad of sports to explore, and as...

NYU Softball was scheduled to play a total of six games throughout the weekend, ending with NYU beating New Jersey City University twice on Friday, and Brandeis University twice on Saturday; their games on Sunday were cancelled.

Softball Finishes 13-1 at Home

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • May 2, 2016
The NYU softball to play well this weekend against NJCU and Brandeis.
Why NYU Sports Matter: A Personal Account

Why NYU Sports Matter: A Personal Account

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • April 25, 2016
For some at NYU, the university's athletics programs actually matter, just ask Rachel Ruecker.
NYU broke a school record and placed third in the 4x400 relay.

Track on Course Near End of Season

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • April 25, 2016
The UAA Championships were in full swing in Missouri, as the Violets track and field squads traveled west for the festivities.
Celebrating it’s 20th year, the Stern Rugby Club brought together alumni and current students to face off.

NYU Stern Rugby Club Celebrates 20 Years of Camaraderie

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • April 25, 2016
WSN's Rachel Ruecker visited Randall's Island to report on the always entertaining NYU rugby team.
Senior Becky Turlip placed in the top three for two races.

Seniors Headline Track’s Weekend

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • April 18, 2016
Track and field was back in action this weekend at the Greyhound Invitational in Pennsylvania.
Canada's pride and joy Sid the Kid is a generational talent, despite what critics and Ovechkin advocates may say

Sid vs. Ovi: A Case for Crosby

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • April 14, 2016
In an era of two greats, WSN's Rachel Ruecker thinks Sidney Crosby edges Alexander Ovechkin.
This is the first time since 1970 that no team from Canada will compete in the Stanley Cup.

True North Strong and…Not in the Playoffs?

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • April 8, 2016
The lack of Canadian teams in this year's NHL playoffs is not an accurate reflection of the country's influence on the game, writes Rachel Ruecker.
Sophomore pitcher Cameron Serapilio-Frank threw seven shut-out innings in the game against CCNY.

Serapilio-Frank Shines for Baseball Over Weekend

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • April 4, 2016
After a close win on Friday, the baseball team celebrated family day with a drubbing of CCNY.
NYU fell to Montclair State University this weekend, ending the games 11-10 and 10-7.

Softball Drops Pair of Close Games

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • March 28, 2016
17 runs in two games wasn't enough for the NYU softball team as they were swept by Montclair State University on Saturday.
On Sunday, The Violets' desperate title defense came up an overtime goal short at the hands of Grand Valley State.

Hockey’s Title Defense Comes to a Bitter End

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • March 21, 2016
It was win or go home for the NYU hockey team, who looked to keep its title hopes alive against Grand Valley State.
The Violets slipped up in their second round game, losing 5-4 to Utah State. They'll likely need to win out to make it out of pool play.

Hockey Nationals Day 2: Utah State 5-4 NYU

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • March 19, 2016
After handily defeating Penn State, the NYU hockey team continued its march to a championship against Utah State.
The NYU hockey team kicked off the defense of their 2015 National Championship with some strong offensive play early on and solid defense throughout.

Hockey Begins National Title Defense With 8-2 Drubbing of Penn State

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • March 18, 2016
The top-ranked NYU hockey team began its march to a second consecutive title at the ACHA Championship tournament against Penn State.
Freia Lobo

Freia Lobo

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • March 10, 2016

When I stopped by NYU’s Leslie eLab be-fore Tech@NYU’s executive board meeting one Tuesday, club Vice President Freia Lobo took me in with open arms. She showed me around and...

Ireland Gibson of NYU’s Track and Field team ran a new 800m record for NYU.

Individual Runners Shine Despite Mediocre Track Finish

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • March 7, 2016
Track was in action over the weekend in Staten Island for the ECAC Championships.
Chris Cosentino is the head coach of NYU's Men's Ice hockey team.

Off the Ice: Talking With the Hockey Team’s Saving Grace

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • March 4, 2016
Some thought NYU hockey coach Chris Cosentino was committing career suicide when he took the reigns of a struggling Violets team, but this wasn't his first challenge.
Matthew Powers (c) and Budd Brown (l) each earned three medals on Sunday.

Track Hosts UAA Championships at 168th Street Armory

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • February 29, 2016
NYU's track and field teams traveled to 168th Street to compete in the UAA Championships.
Sophomore Sage Scheiwiller has had a great start to the season with a four game hitting streak.

Second-Year Softball Starts Rocky

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • February 29, 2016
Beginning its second season, the NYU softball team looked to get off to a good start in North Carolina.

Hayden Hall

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • February 25, 2016

Residency: Freshmen Estimated yearly cost: $10,454 - $16,712 Low-cost rooms available: Yes Commute to class: 5 minutes Nearby subways: A, C, E, B, D, F Shuttle: No After...

The NYU Ice Hockey team lost their first match since winter break on Sunday.

Hockey Starts Postseason Hunt, Takes First Loss of ’16

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • February 22, 2016
The top-ranked NYU men's hockey team was in action this weekend in the SECHL playoffs.

Off the Ice: Overheard With the Hockey Team

Rachel Ruecker and Shawn Paik • February 19, 2016
WSN's Rachel Ruecker reports on the colorful characters that make up NYU's hockey team.
The hockey team had their last game of the regular season against the University of New Hampshire.

Hockey Routs UNH 4-1 in Their Home Finale

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • February 16, 2016
The NYU hockey team finished its season's second half with a bang against the University of New Hampshire.
The NYU men's hockey team is one of NYU's most talented, hardworking and gritty groups of students.

Off the Ice: The Little Club Hockey Team That Could

“Off the Ice” is an ongoing all-access series that goes behind the scenes of the NYU men’s hockey team.
Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • February 9, 2016
Meet the colorful bunch that makes up one of NYU's proudest groups — the men's hockey team.
The NYU Ice Hockey team once again won both their matches over the weekend.

Hockey Testy in Weekend Wins

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • February 8, 2016
The NYU hockey team continued its hot second half against Montclair State and Marist.
NYU Men’s Hockey beat William Paterson University 2-1 on Friday and continued on to defeat Boston College 5-1 on Sunday at Chelsea Piers.

Hockey Wins in Dramatic Fashion on Friday, Follows With Blowout Sunday

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • February 1, 2016
NYU hockey continued its second half of the season at home against William Patterson University and Boston College.

A True Culture of Hockey in the North

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • January 29, 2016
With only one primary sport, Canada's love for hockey is a religion from the professionals down to the kids.
NYC Gotham Cup a Tune-Up for Violet Track

NYC Gotham Cup a Tune-Up for Violet Track

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • January 26, 2016
NYU's track and field teams competed in the Gotham Cup on Jan. 22 before hunkering down as the snow piled up.
The men’s hockey team kicked off their 2016 title defense with a pair of wins against Siena College and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.

Hockey Nets Sweep in First 2016 Games

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor • January 25, 2016
NYU's hockey team looked to begin its march to a second consecutive championship, kicking off its second half against Siena College and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.
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