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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

Staff Rants: Week of Nov. 1-7

Staff Rants: Week of Nov. 1-7

WSN Staff November 8, 2016
This week, our staff digs into the birth control double standard, bemoans the normalization of Trump and appeals to the all-but-lost R-E-S-P-E-C-T.
A Home 3,000 Miles Away From Home

A Home 3,000 Miles Away From Home

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor September 12, 2016

On the first day of freshman year, I gave each of my roommates a bottle of maple syrup and a package of maple sugar candy. Everything that came after felt somewhat inevitable. I...

Blake Hyland S/S 2017

Tatiana Perez, Video Editor September 11, 2016

Blake Hyland, an Australian born, Vancouver-based designer, decided to take a risk for his NYFW debut. The designer, who had previously described his design style as conceptual...

Why NYU Sports Matter: A Personal Account

Why NYU Sports Matter: A Personal Account

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor April 25, 2016
For some at NYU, the university's athletics programs actually matter, just ask Rachel Ruecker.
Alexander Ovechkin has a combination of wit, physicality and skill that is unmatched in perennial foe Sidney Crosby

Sid vs. Ovi: A Case for Ovechkin

Abbey Wilson, Copy Chief April 14, 2016
WSN's Abbey Wilson argues against Rachel Ruecker and believes Alexander Ovechkin is this era's best player.
This is the first time since 1970 that no team from Canada will compete in the Stanley Cup.

True North Strong and…Not in the Playoffs?

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor April 8, 2016
The lack of Canadian teams in this year's NHL playoffs is not an accurate reflection of the country's influence on the game, writes Rachel Ruecker.

A True Culture of Hockey in the North

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor January 29, 2016
With only one primary sport, Canada's love for hockey is a religion from the professionals down to the kids.
Canadian parliamentary diversity is a model to follow

Canadian parliamentary diversity is a model to follow

Emily Fong, Staff Writer November 30, 2015
It is time for Americans to look to their northern neighbors and follow the excellent example they have set.
Lexi Clarke was recently invited to the Ecuadorian National team camp.

Junior heads to Ecuador for soccer

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor April 28, 2015
NYU junior midfielder Lexi Clarke was invited to the Ecuadorian women's national soccer camp last week. This week she attempts to make the squad.