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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

On the steps inside the Kimmel Center for University Life, a student activist holds a sign that reads, "NYU would rather suspend students than speak to them #TrusteeTownHall."

Frustrated with Setbacks, Student Activists Plan Change in Tactics

Bela Kochkarova, Contributing Writer September 13, 2018
After years of failing to get through to the university, NYU's Student Labor Action Movement is changing its tactics for the 2018-2019 school year.
A Muslim student standing in the lobby of the Henry Kaufman Management Center. Stern has recently gained attention from the larger NYU community due to instances of Islamophobia and discrimination.

Racial Discrimination and Islamophobia Pervasive in Stern

Jemima McEvoy and Sakshi Venkatraman April 23, 2018
Muslim and black students have reported experiencing racial discrimination and Islamophobia in the Leonard N. Stern School of Business.
At a public town hall in April, NYU President Andrew Hamilton denounced the Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions movement as against the principles of academic freedom.

Hamilton Denounces BDS, Acknowledges Racism in Stern at Town Hall

Mack DeGeurin, Sakshi Venkatraman and Alex Domb April 19, 2018
Tensions ran high at a town hall between President Hamilton and students as a large cohort of student activists criticized the administration.
Protestors from SLAM and NYU Divest occupy the staircase of the Kimmel Center for University Life on March 28.

Divest and SLAM Suspend Occupation After Meeting With Administrators

Alex Domb, Deputy News Editor March 30, 2018
The groups cited four reasons for ending their occupation, while threatening further action if their demands are not met.
NYU Must Take Action On Professor’s Alleged Transphobia

NYU Must Take Action On Professor’s Alleged Transphobia

WSN Editorial Board November 17, 2017
It is time NYU facilitates a substantial effort to combat these instances of bigotry in order to maximize comfortability for its marginalized students.
NYU Should Stop Neglecting Rights of our Unsung Heroes

NYU Should Stop Neglecting Rights of our Unsung Heroes

WSN Editorial Board October 26, 2017
Even if disagreements are present, NYU should at least open its doors to conversations and respond in a timely manner, rather than failing to comply with the union’s demands.
The union that represents a number of NYU staff will be negotiating contracts with the university on Sept. 18.

NYU and UCATS Local 3882 to Begin Negotiations

Mark Sheffer, Contributing Writer September 11, 2017
The current contract between a staff union and the university is soon to expire.
Gene Jarrett to Replace Gabi Starr as CAS Dean

Gene Jarrett to Replace Gabi Starr as CAS Dean

Sayer Devlin, News Editor June 15, 2017
Boston University Professor and Associate Dean Gene Jarrett is set to become the next CAS Dean.
NYU’s Board of Trustees with Andrew Hamilton in September 2016. The board of trustees has recently faced pressure from student groups to increase transparency and student involvement in the board.

What the 13 Non-NYU Related Trustees Do

Adriana Tapia, Staff Writer March 20, 2017
Although the majority of the members on the board of trustees are alumni, some members have no previous affiliation with NYU. Read this list to learn about 13 non-affiliated trustee members.
NYU Should Reevaluate the LS Program

NYU Should Reevaluate the LS Program

WSN Editorial Board February 14, 2017
NYU claims that its Liberal Studies program provides students with a well-rounded liberal arts education, while also allowing them to explore other areas of interest. In reality, LS plagues students with endless core classes that leave very little room for classes that do not directly count towards their major.
Washington Square Park and 5th Avenue in the snow. New York expects to see heavy snow showers Wednesday night.

Administration Freezes Class Tomorrow

Coco Wang, Deputy News Editor February 8, 2017
The administration has announced that they plan to remain open despite winter storm warnings.
NYU Shanghai students are outraged at the institute’s expensive textbook policies.

Students Read Between the Lines of NYUSH Textbook Policies

Jemima McEvoy, News Editor January 30, 2017
Students at NYU Shanghai fight with the administration over textbook policies.