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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

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

Washington Square News

No-Sex Education Leaves Teens Uninformed, Unprepared

No-Sex Education Leaves Teens Uninformed, Unprepared

Nishka Dhawan, Contributing Writer March 24, 2016
Too many students enter the real world with little to no knowledge of what sex is and are left unsure and anxious because all they know about sex is the number of diseases it causes. Schools need to familiarize students with consent and make them feel comfortable with their bodies, and moreover, what they can do with their bodies.
American teenagers need sex education

American teenagers need sex education

Lena Rawley, Staff Columnist November 21, 2014
Adequate education is key in ensuring that teens are properly educated before they become sexually active.
Contraception effort should supersede anti-abortion laws

Contraception effort should supersede anti-abortion laws

February 5, 2014
With pregnancy terminations at their lowest in three decades, and use of long-term contraceptives may be the cause.