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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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What to do this week: Mills’ inauguration, pumpkin painting and more

The Daybook is WSN’s weekly column listing in-person and online events at NYU and across New York City. This week: Oct. 16-22.
Krish Dev, Deputy News Editor October 15, 2023

An illustration with the title “To Her Credit” layered over a portrait of Kaitlin Culmo and Emily McDermott.

Beyond NYU: Shining a light on women’s achievements

Kaitlin Culmo and Emily McDermott’s new book highlights the stories of women who never received credit for their contributions to history.
Bruna Horvath, Deputy News Editor September 7, 2023

NYU alums Kaitlin Culmo and Emily McDermott are redefining how women are viewed in history with their new book, which catalogs achievements made by women that have long been ignored...

An interior space surrounded on all sides by bookshelves. In the middle are two red chairs. In the background, a person wearing a black shirt stands in front of a bookshelf.

Independent bookstores that are better than the Strand

Celebrate Independent Bookstore Day on April 29 with some of our favorite local stores.

With the rise of Booktok, interest in reading is at an all-time high among young adults. Whether you’re an avid reader already or are looking to start a new habit, buying books...

Hillary Clinton's book signing at the Union Square Barnes & Noble drew a huge crowd for the chance to meet the former candidate.

Hillary Clinton Book Signing at Union Square Barnes and Noble

Natasha Roy, Assistant Managing Editor September 12, 2017
A number of NYU students were among the hundreds of Hillary Clinton supporters waiting patiently to get copies of her new memoir signed at the Union Square Barnes and Noble.
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.