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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

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Recipient of $12,500 NYU journalism award will report on climate crisis

Adam Willis, a reporter for the local news nonprofit The Baltimore Banner, received NYU’s Matthew Power Literary Reporting Award.
Ania Keenan, Features Editor Apr 25, 2023

NYU’s journalism institute has named Adam Willis, a city government reporter for nonprofit news website The Baltimore Banner, as the ninth recipient of its prestigious Matthew...

Professor Thomas Marzzeta was elected to the National Academy of Engineering. (Photo courtesy of NYU Tandon)

Tandon Professor Elected to National Academy of Engineering

Tandon Distinguished Industry Professor Thomas L. Marzetta was elected to the National Academy of Engineering for his groundbreaking work in wireless technology and professorship.
Mina Mohammadi, Deputy News Editor Feb 18, 2020

Thomas L. Marzetta’s father always hoped he would be a doctor, but instead, Marzetta found himself teaching engineering 40 years later. This month, his work in the field earned...

NYUs Director of Athletics Chris Bledsoe will step down from his role this coming August. (via NYU Athletics)

After 24 Years, NYU Athletic Director Will Step Down

Christopher Bledsoe will continue in his role until Aug. 31, 2020. During his tenure, NYU won three national championships and 37 conference championships.
Bela Kirpalani, Sports Editor Dec 13, 2019

Director of Athletics and Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs Christopher Bledsoe will step down from his roles in August after 24 years of service, it was announced on...

(Illustration by Jorene He)

Off-Third: Happy Alumni Weekend From Oliver Stone

Just one of the many problematic filmmakers to pass through the halls of this university.
Abby Hofstetter, Opinion Editor Nov 1, 2019

Happy Alumni Weekend from Off-Third, WSN’s satire section. Try not to take us too seriously. I’d been nervous to interview Oliver Stone. To call the Tisch alumnus multifaceted...

Cal Ramsey, one of the greatest basketball players in NYU history, died Monday at 81. The former standout played and broadcasted for the New York Knicks and coached at NYU. (via gonyuathletics.com)

Community Reflects on NYU Hall of Famer Cal Ramsey’s Passing

Larger-than-life New York City basketball great Cal Ramsey passed away on Monday.
Bela Kirpalani, Deputy Managing Editor Mar 27, 2019

Calvin “Cal” Ramsey, NYU Hall of Famer, former New York Knicks player and longtime broadcaster, passed away on Monday at the age of 81. Ramsey died of cardiac arrest at...

Tandon first-year Kyra-Lee Harry has been honored with National 4-H Youth in Action Citizenship Pillar Award. Harry is the first person from NYC to ever win this award.

Tandon First-Year Wins National Citizenship Award

Darcey Pittman, Staff Writer Mar 7, 2018
The student was honored for a deep commitment to her local community and youth issues.
Azizjon Azimi (right) at the Class of 2016 commencement ceremony. Azimi was the youngest graduate in his class and is currently  pursuing concurrent degree program at Harvard and Stanford.

Recent Alumnus Pursues Degrees at Harvard, Stanford

Sabeena Singhani, Contributing Writer Feb 21, 2018
Azizjon Azimi '16 has been accepted into a prestigious scholarship program that will allow him to pursue graduate degrees at two of the top universities in the nation simultaneously.
NYU professor Bei Wu was recently honored with the 2017 International Association for Dental Research Distinguished Scientist Award for Geriatric Oral Research.

Nursing Professor Receives International Association for Dental Research Award

Miranda Levingston, Deputy News Editor Apr 24, 2017
Professor in NYU's Rory Meyers College of Nursing Bei Wu was recently honored with a 2017 International Association for Dental Research Distinguished Scientist Award for Geriatric Oral Research.
This past week, four faculty members — assistant neuroscience professors Jayeete Basu and Nicolas Tritsch, Stern associate professor Johannes Stroebel and assistant chemistry professor Daniel Turner, 
were awarded fellowships from the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation. The 2-year fellowship is given to up-and-coming scientists in various fields.

NYU Faculty Among Newest Sloan Fellows

Arushi Sahay, Contributing Writer Feb 27, 2017
Four NYU faculty members were among the 2016 Alfred P. Sloan Foundation fellowship recipients. The fellowship is awarded to uo-and-coming scientists doing inspiring work in their fields.
The Black and Brown Coalition is still not satisfied with what NYU has done in terms of making NYU a more equitable university.

Black & Brown Coalition Given President’s Service Award

Christine Wang and Greta Chevance Mar 21, 2016
NYU President Andrew Hamilton awarded the 2016 President's Service Award to the Black and Brown Coalition for its positive contributions to NYU diversity.
Psychology Professor Todd Gureckis was awarded the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers.

Psych Professor Wins White House Award

Kati Garrity, Staff Writer Feb 29, 2016
Todd Gureckis, an associate professor in the Department of Psychology, won the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers for his research on human intelligence.
NYU Langone was ranked as having the top patient safety and quality among leading academic medical centers.

Langone gets award for outstanding healthcare

Thomas Peracchio, Contributing Writer Oct 5, 2015
NYU Langone was ranked as having the top patient safety & quality among leading academic medical centers.

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