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

Washington Square News

A mockup of what the 181 Mercer Street building would look like from Houston Street.

What’s Happening at 181 Mercer?

Christine Lee, Staff Writer November 6, 2017
A major component of the NYU 2031 Expansion plan includes a new building at 181 Mercer Street. Community members have mixed opinions over plans for the building.
Several local Mercer Street residents have expressed concerns over recent NYU plans for 181 Mercer Street. They cite that the new proposals could  impact air quality and amount of natural light surrounding their buildings.

Locals Oppose NYU’s Updated 181 Mercer Plan

Lorenzo Gazzola, Staff Writer November 1, 2017
One of the central components of NYU's 2031 Plan is the construction of a new facility at 181 Mercer Street. Several Mercer Street residents have expressed concern over the plan.
With the closing of Coles, NYU has opened its doors at 404 Fitness located at 404 Lafayette.

404 Fitness Is Open for Business, Brings Enthusiasm From Students

Yeho Hwang, Contributing Writer February 23, 2016
NYU students flocked to the new athletic facility at 404 Lafayette on Monday after Coles officially closed for construction.
Community members rally against the expansion of NYU and the destruction of the Coles Sports Center.

Activist groups rally against NYU expansion

Alex Bazeley and Lexi Faunce September 2, 2015
Students and faculty protested NYU's impending expansion plan on Tuesday.
NYU 2031 expansion plan moves ahead, despite detractors

NYU 2031 expansion plan moves ahead, despite detractors

Mike Adams, Contributing Writer August 28, 2015
NYU's 2031 plan was given a green light by the court of appeals.

Coles Redevelopment Plan architects introduced

Katherine Stein, Contributing Writer March 9, 2015
The Student Senators Council and University Committee on Student Life introduced the architects for the Coles Redevelopment Project to students.
Court to hear appeal in 2031 case

Court to hear appeal in 2031 case

Jimmy Chin, Contributing Writer March 3, 2015
Opponents of the 2031 plan will be allowed to appeal a lower court's ruling which gave the go-ahead to the expansion plan.
President John Sexton answers questions about university expansion.

Town Hall may be last for Sexton

Jimmy Chin, Contributing Writer February 19, 2015
NYU President John Sexton fielded questions from students about university finances and plans for the future.
NYU plans to build on the superblocks shown above as part of the 2031 Expansion Plan.

2031 plan brought to Court of Appeals

Alanna Bayarin, Staff Writer December 3, 2014
Petitioners are appealing the NYU 2031 decision, which was ruled in favor of the university's expansion.
P.S. 130 could face overcrowding if another school is not built in the area.

[UPDATE] Unclear future for proposed school

Suebin Kim, Staff Writer October 16, 2014
NYU backs out of plan to build a public school
NYU plans to build on the superblocks shown above as part of the 2031 Expansion Plan.

Court lifts hold on 2031 plan

John Ambrosio, News Editor October 15, 2014
The three strips land were ruled to not be implied park land by appellate court, and can now be used by NYU as a part of the 2031 expansion plan.
State Senator Brad Hoylman addresses a rally opposing NYU's 2031 expansion plan on Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2014.

Rally opposes NYU 2031

Rebecca Spalding, contributing writer September 25, 2014
New York State Supreme Court Appellate Division heard oral arguments today about the legality of NYU's planned expansion.