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

Washington Square News

Pervasive Politics Are Straining Energized Activism

Pervasive Politics Are Straining Energized Activism

Nate Torto, Contributing Writer February 15, 2017
The internet and social media have promoted a frenetic news cycle that does not allows us to mentally recover or devote our energy to desperately needed activism.
The Failure of the American Feminist

The Failure of the American Feminist

Kate Holland, Contributing Writer February 15, 2017
Intersectional feminism highlights our duty as feminists to offer our voices to victims of oppressive societies and archaic healthcare resources.
The “Disruptive Film: Everyday Resistance to Power” includes a variety of short films showcasing the struggle against power holds.

“Disruptive Film” Showcases Unique Works of Rebellion

Ali Hassan, Contributing Writer February 14, 2017
The new series "Disruptive Film: Everyday Resistance to Power" takes documentaries to the next level — from documentation to political resistance.
Justin Schein’s documentary “Left on Purpose” chronicles the life of anti-war activist Mayer Vishner. It is opening in New York City and On Demand early November.

A Biopic That Tries to Save Its Subject’s Life

Zuzia Czemier-Wolonciej, Staff Writer February 9, 2017
What happens when a story that nobody else wanted to listen to is revealed — and the story's narrator is determined that he's reached the end?
Activism Is Still Important Under Trump Presidency

Activism Is Still Important Under Trump Presidency

Arushi Sahay, Contributing Writer January 25, 2017
Trump has shown he will remain consistent with his promises, which means his opposition must as well.
After nationwide support for the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe, the US Army Corps of Engineers have rerouted the Dakota Access Pipeline around the reservation.

DAPL Reroute: Divest Wants More

Natasha Roy, Deputy News Editor December 5, 2016
NYU students went to North Dakota to protest along with the #NoDAPL movement.
Joint Editorial: GW, Penn State and NYU Students Discuss Campus Activism

Joint Editorial: GW, Penn State and NYU Students Discuss Campus Activism

Students should remember the causes they fought for this semester and continue advocating after Election Day.
Argentinian Femicides Hit Close to Home

Argentinian Femicides Hit Close to Home

Kaitlyn Wang, Staff Writer October 31, 2016
Protests against femicides across Latin America have spread to Washington Square Park, and NYU students are getting involved.
Franz Ferdinand contributed the song “Demagogue” to the “30 Songs, 30 Days” project, on its fifth day.

Pop is Putting the ‘Polis’ Back in ‘Politics’

Emily Fong, Opinion Editor October 25, 2016
The "30 Days, 30 Songs" initiative does what politics is supposed to do: make the officials that run our country and the processes surrounding their election back into a matter of public interest.
NYU Leadership Initiative Bridges a Gap

NYU Leadership Initiative Bridges a Gap

Connor Borden, Staff Writer October 23, 2016
The NYU Leadership Initiative is an institution here on campus whose aim is to create a network among students who have a commitment to improving the world around them.
Students Must Offer More Than Slogans, Signs

Students Must Offer More Than Slogans, Signs

WSN Editorial Board October 23, 2016
With NYU’s hotbed of student talent, the next generation of activists are bound come up with more creative ways to enact change.
“Before the Flood,” is a documentary about the exigency of caring for the environment in severe midst of climate change.

DiCaprio’s Doc is Pretentious — In a Good Way

Natalie Whalen, Staff Writer October 20, 2016
Leonardo Dicaprio's new documentary "Before the Flood" is one of the most affecting pieces of work that the actor has produced yet, and he's not even in it.