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Washington Square News

WSN’s weekly roundup of the best classes you can take at NYU is here.

Week 2: Make the Most of Your Schedule With These Favorite Classes

Aiysha Sadana, Contributing Writer February 9, 2017
Continuing the favorite classes series, experienced students share their favorite classes in hopes of helping other NYU students not miss out on the best NYU classes.
The CAS Dean Search Committee hopes to have chosen a new dean by the end of the Spring semester.

CAS Dean Search: Looking for a New Starr

Greta Chevance, Contributing Writer February 6, 2017
With CAS Dean Gabrielle Starr leaving at the end of the school year, the search for a new dean is ongoing.
Sometimes its good to mix up your class list. Here are some class recommendations from NYU students and alumni.

Make the Most of Your Schedule With These Favorite Classes

Faith Gates, Deputy Features Editor February 1, 2017
With a plethora of classes available at NYU, it's hard to choose which ones to take. Some students talk about the favorite classes they've taken on campus.
Influential 2016

Influential 2016

Bobby Wagner, Managing Editor December 8, 2016

When you go to NYU, it’s easy to be cynical. The inevitably of failure isn’t an easy thing to come to terms with. Going to class, nabbing internships, making connections —...

Lipton RA and CAS Senior Ying Xin Tan added to her workload by training for the New York City Marathon.

Meet the RA Who Ran the NYC Marathon

Maddie Howard, Staff Writer November 18, 2016
Yingxin Tan, a CAS senior, added to her workload by running a literal marathon.
Core Requirements Stifle Student Growth

Core Requirements Stifle Student Growth

Hao Ly, Contributing Writer November 7, 2016
NYU should implement an open curriculum to rectify the rigidity of the core curriculum.

CAS Senior Adds Twist to Noodle Bar

Kaitlyn Wang, Staff Writer October 24, 2016
The Tang, a contemporary noodle bar in the East Village, draws on the traditional roots of its owners, two of whom are current CAS senior Yu Li and SPS alum Eric Sze.
Dastaar is a short film created by CAS alum Javian Le, focusing on the themes of Islamophobia in the US, especially shortly after the events of 9/11.

Alum Short Film Tackles Islamophobia

Sophie Bennett, Staff Writer October 24, 2016
In his powerful new short film "Dastaar," NYU alumni Javian Ashton Le examines the pervasive bias towards Muslims and practitioners of Islam in today's heated political climate.
CAS alum Daye Jack was recently signed by music legend Max Martin and has released his first full-length album “Surf the Web.”

Q&A: Daye Jack Is Hip-Hop’s Next Big Thing

Hailey Nuthals, Arts Editor October 24, 2016
NYU alumni Daye Jack came to the university as a computer science, and quickly rose through the ranks — of the music industry. Now, he's collaborating withs stars and working with Max Martin.
Jorge Maldonado, cross country runner and NYU and UAA Athlete of the Week, recently impressed his team with his outstanding win at Vassar College even after a long hiatus due to injuries.

Maldonado Garners UAA Honors

Maddie Howard, Contributing Writer September 26, 2016
Cross country senior Jorge Maldonado looks back on his collegiate career and ponders what's next.
"The Heidi Chronicles" is the story of best friends Heidi and Susan who worked to overcome society's gender norms and opens on Friday at 8 p.m by NYU CAS Theater.

“The Heidi Chronicles” Gears Up For Weekend Showcase Amid Buzz

Leigh Anderson, Contributing Writer April 8, 2016
This weekend NYU CAST will open their production of "The Heidi Chronicles," a play about two women overcoming societal gender norms.
CAS senior Arrion Azimi has created a podcast called “The Violet Files” to help new and prospective students through interviews with current NYU upperclassmen.

‘Violet Files:’ Advice from Students, for Students

Taylor Nicole Rogers, Staff Writer April 4, 2016
CAS senior Arrion Azimi has launched a new podcast series detailing how NYU students have built community within the College.