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

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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

A girl jumping in a white jersey and shorts, shooting the basketball into the hoop. Other players surround her.

NYU women’s basketball looking for NCAA redemption

After making the Elite Eight two years in a row, the Violets set their sights on a national championship.
Jonathan Mak, Staff Writer November 9, 2023

The NYU women’s basketball team won their second consecutive UAA title last season and made the Elite Eight — the final eight teams in the NCAA — for the second year. They...

A yellow N.Y.U. Athletics jersey hangs on a pole.

NYU Athletics: A look back on the 2022-23 season

With eight teams earning bids for the postseason, NYU saw tremendous success among its athletics programs.
Nicole Ranile, Staff Writer May 2, 2023

When you think of NYU, the first thing that likely comes to mind is business or the arts — certainly not sports. Despite this false stereotype, NYU does have athletic programs,...

Jenny Walker, number 23, shoots a jump shot wearing a white jersey and shorts as an opponent player dressed in black tries to block her.

Women’s basketball continues undefeated season

The Violets are now 4-0 on the season after a string of double-digit victories.
Kaylyn Sawada-Zinni, Staff Writer November 21, 2022

The NYU women’s basketball team continued the momentum of its strong opening in the tip-off classic, winning two more games this past weekend to move to 4-0 on the season. The...

A basketball player wearing an N.Y.U. team uniform jumps up from the ground, holding a basketball. Her right hand is reaching for the hoop. Other players run toward her.

Women’s basketball expects success in upcoming season

The returning players of the women's basketball team hope to pave the way to the league championships.
Kyle Yuan, Staff Writer November 2, 2022

Last season, the NYU women’s basketball team finished in the Elite 8, its best playoff run in the past decade. The Violets soared past teams in the University Athletic Association...