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

Washington Square News

Seven students wear masks while sitting at their desks in an NYU classroom. A professor sitting on a table listens to a student.

Where NYU stands as New York City lifts its subway mask mandate

COVID-19 restrictions on the New York City Subway were eased on Wednesday. At NYU, where masks are still required in certain settings, students and faculty are conflicted over how they think the administration should proceed.
Adrianna Nehme, Carmo Moniz and Tori Morales September 8, 2022

Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Wednesday that masks are no longer required on public transportation in New York. NYU administrators said that the university has been preparing to...

An illustration of a wooden box in a park. A pair of legs with blue jeans and black Converse sneakers stands on top of the box. The box reads “WSN.”

The Soapbox: US prioritizes European refugees

The Soapbox is a weekly column by WSN’s news desk examining the major developments in world news and rounding up the stories we think are worth the read this week. Global consciousness for a global university.
Kristian Burt, News Editor March 25, 2022

Ukrainian refugees welcomed with open arms by US The United States is preparing to take in up to 100,000 Ukrainian refugees and donate more than $1 billion to help European countries...

After multiple outbreaks of Salmonella and E. Coli, Chipotle will host a general meeting to address food safety concerns.

The Day the Burrito Stood Still

Monica Hanna, Contributing Writer January 25, 2016
Chipotle plans to close all stores on Feb. 8 in order to address its health issues.

Quarantine of aid workers reprehensible

WSN Editorial Board, Editorial Board October 27, 2014
In establishing their quarantine policy, Cuomo and Christie made an ill-informed choice that contradicts medical expertise.

NYC’s Ebola plan reassures residents

WSN Editorial Board, Editorial Board October 15, 2014
The precautions NYC officials have taken against Ebola should reassure residents.