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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

Lauren Ng

Lauren Ng, Managing Editor

Lauren Ng is a junior studying a fun combination of food studies, journalism, data science and public policy. Her hobbies include eating, browsing restaurant menus and reading and writing about food. When Lauren isn’t partaking in food-related activities, you can find her playing the piano, taking hip-hop dance classes back home in Los Angeles and crushing her enemies in Brawl Stars. She is also a member of WSN’s editorial board. Email her at [email protected] or contact her on Instagram @laurenn_nng.

All content by Lauren Ng
(Lauren Ng and Suditi Sircar for WSN)

Off-Third: Aspiring architect named this year’s best applicant

The young trailblazer was honored for her standout extracurriculars, cautious political correctness and her uncanny ability to build bridges.
Lauren Ng, Managing Editor April 13, 2026

Off-Third is WSN’s satire column. When 17-year-old Bridgett Carpenter read that NYU’s class of 2029 was chosen to “create the next generation of bridge builders,” she...

(Kaleo Zhu for WSN)

5 restaurants near NYU named the best in North America

New York City is home to 13 of the 50 restaurants deemed the continent’s best.
Lauren Ng, Managing Editor October 6, 2025

The first-ever list of North America’s 50 Best Restaurants is here, and it’s ripe with lower Manhattan representation. Published late last month by the same company whose annual...

(Alex Woodworth for WSN)

For Tamir Omari, ‘freaky’ is a lifestyle

Just over a year ago, the 20-year-old content creator posted his first Instagram Reel. Now, he makes silly videos for nearly 500,000 followers.
Lauren Ng, Culture Editor April 16, 2025

In real life, Tamir Omari is not, in fact, a cartoon character. On Instagram, he embodies a SpongeBob-esque character of silliness, mild immaturity and, as he frequently touts,...

(Julia Smerling for WSN)

Wearing my food on my sleeve

A cilantro T-shirt and a dumpling hat might not seem like much, but food-themed clothing embodies everything about me, from my hobbies to my career path.
Lauren Ng, Culture Editor March 3, 2025

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Beyond NYU: Shaking up the restaurant industry one article at a time

You might know Eater from its vast lists of restaurant recommendations. But for Editor-in-Chief Stephanie Wu, the publication offers many opportunities for expansion.
Lauren Ng, Culture Editor January 23, 2025

Growing up in Taipei, CAS alum Stephanie Wu always knew she wanted to live in New York. Now, she’s helping provide restaurant recommendations to hundreds of thousands of people...

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Navigating nutrition: Student-athletes on staying fueled

Between running to class and traveling for away games, keeping up with nutrition as an NYU student-athlete is no easy feat.
Lauren Ng, Dining Editor December 4, 2024

Living in one of the busiest cities in the world, convenience is key. NYU students are accustomed to speed-walking through Washington Square Park and opening Grubhub between classes...

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5 Restaurant Week deals to kick off the school year

The more you save now, the more you can splurge later.
Lauren Ng, Dining Editor September 3, 2024

In New York City, every week feels like a restaurant week. With cafes, food trucks and sit-downs at any corner, NYU’s campus is uniquely suited for all types of dining, from...