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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 medium sized brown, orange and white dog sitting on concrete, being pet by a person wearing khaki pants and a black puffer.

Pups in the park

Washington Square Park may be at the center of NYU’s campus, but it is also the stomping grounds for many dog walkers and their adorable pets.
Katie Liao, Staff Writer April 3, 2024

You’ve heard it before: Washington Square Park is the heart of NYU. It’s where students go to picnic, read a book, people-watch, ponder their looming quarter-life crisis or...

Two TVs mounted on the wall behind a help desk at the Bobst Library Computer Center. Both TVs are turned off.

Opinion: Bobst should stop playing CNN on that one TV all the time

Since LL1-16 has been converted into a study space, it should be fully treated as one. Watch Anderson Cooper on your own time.
Jules Roscoe, UTA Staff Editor February 25, 2022

If you spend serious time at Bobst Library, you know about LL1-16. It's the glass-encased room located just off the staircases down from the lobby. Before NYU adjusted its...

Many current sophomores spent their freshman year of college online. Because of this, the return to in-person classes is a big adjustment for them to make. (Staff Photo by Manasa Gudavalli)

For sophomores, a brief glimpse into the first-year experience

Many members of the class of 2024 spent their first year of university online. Now they’re settling into campus life with a feeling of excitement and nervousness.
Sarah Unterberger, Contributing Writer September 16, 2021

Tisch sophomore Justin D’Alesandro still feels like a first-year student. He spent his first year of university in New Jersey taking virtual classes in his bedroom. Now he’s...

On Dating at NYU

On Dating at NYU

Tyler Crews, Opinion Editor April 30, 2018
During my first year, I grappled with the dating culture at NYU.
Unpaid Internships Are Exclusionary

Unpaid Internships Are Exclusionary

Paola Nagovitch, Staff Writer November 13, 2017
How can students be expected to intern for no compensation while they have to sustain their lives?
It’s OK Not to Go Out Every Weekend

It’s OK Not to Go Out Every Weekend

Melanie Pineda, Staff Writer November 10, 2017
There is no need for students to have to burn themselves out every single time Friday night comes along.
Closing Frats Will Not Truly Dismantle Them

Closing Frats Will Not Truly Dismantle Them

WSN Editorial Board November 10, 2017
While we agree that Greek life organizations accused of misconduct should be punished and regulated, cutting ties with them completely is the wrong approach.
‘Shemale or Female’ Quiz Unacceptable

‘Shemale or Female’ Quiz Unacceptable

WSN Editorial Staff October 30, 2017
Last week, a professor at State University of New York College at Geneseo gave a quiz in which students were tasked with deciding whether women in photos are “females or shemales.”
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.
Multi-Factor Authentication Will Do More Harm Than Good

Multi-Factor Authentication Will Do More Harm Than Good

Melanie Pineda, Staff Writer October 26, 2017
Multi-Factor Authentication is a waste of time that is bound to disrupt class times and study sessions, as well as create a new level of stress on the student body that could easily be avoided.
More Policies Needed To Protect Minority Students

More Policies Needed To Protect Minority Students

Paola Nagovitch, Staff Writer October 23, 2017
olicies must be implemented by the universities to protect minority students by preventing, and punishing, perpetrators of racist violence and discrimination.
Having Opinions First Step To Change

Having Opinions First Step To Change

Thomas Price, Opinion Editor March 6, 2017
Staying informed and opinionated on the issues that directly affect the university is something worth investing the time into.