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

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Power Shifts in the Music Industry

Power Shifts in the Music Industry

Satish Reginald, Contributing Writer October 5, 2017
The internet has allowed independent musicians to flourish like never before, but are musicians still bound to working with major labels to achieve large scale success?
Amazon’s Convenient Authoritarianism

Amazon’s Convenient Authoritarianism

Theo Wayt, Contributing Writer October 2, 2017
This 21st-century form of centralized control is coming not from governments, but from private companies like Amazon, which aims in its mission statement to be “earth’s most consumer-centric company.”
There are a multitude of secondhand textbook sellers, both online and in store, for NYU students to take advantage of.

How to Get Your Textbooks Cheaply and Quickly

Taylor Nicole Rogers, Features Editor January 31, 2017
At this point in the semester you have no excuse not to have all the books you need for your classes. Here’s how to save hundreds and get your books by the end of the week.
Tell it Yourself: The Self-Publishing Revolution

Tell it Yourself: The Self-Publishing Revolution

Alexandra Pierson, Theater and Books Editor September 29, 2016
In today's increasingly digitized age, publishing your own book is no longer the monumental project it once was.
In addition to the price of tuition, your textbooks can break the bank unless you buy smart.

Books Shouldn’t Pile on Your $70K

Ankita Bhanot, Deputy Features Editor September 6, 2016
Looking to save on your textbooks? There are lots of cheaper alternatives other than just the NYU bookstore.

E-books Revolutionize Reading

Paris Martineau, Contributing Writer April 6, 2016
The increasing popularity of e-books not only has a direct effect on the way we read books, but also on the saturation of book market.
Independent Bookstores Shouldn’t Have To Compete with Amazon to Survive

Independent Bookstores Shouldn’t Have To Compete with Amazon to Survive

Patrick Seaman, Staff Writer February 24, 2016
If the independent bookstore is to survive, people need to treat it as a destination, not just a stop on the road.
This year's Sundance Film Festival showcased the works of many NYU alumni.

NYU Faculty and Alumni Shine at Sundance Festival

Zach Martin, Arts Editor February 1, 2016
Filmmakers from the NYU community generate huge buzz at film festival.
Amazon’s new series, “The Man in the High Castle”, offers a unique perspective on what life would be like if the Nazis won World War II.

‘Man in High Castle’ weak overall, but has its moments

Akash Shetye, Contributing Writer November 30, 2015
Nazi-emblazoned benches aside, "The Man in the High Castle" is a surprisingly humane retelling of history in which the Axis powers won World War II.
Drone regulation measures a step forward

Drone regulation measures a step forward

Akshay Prabhushankar, Staff Writer October 27, 2015
The FAA must move swiftly in order to prevent a serious drone incident.
Independent bookstores need our love

Independent bookstores need our love

WSN Editorial Board August 28, 2015
NYU students can give back to the wider Greenwich Village community by supporting local bookstores where possible.
Staff Recommendations: Oct. 22

Staff Recommendations: Oct. 22

WSN Staff October 22, 2014
WSN staff recommends new fall TV shows that have had lasting appeal