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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

The newly reopened station’s new signs now read “WTC Cortlandt.”

17 Years After 9/11, Cortlandt St. Station Reopens

Cortlandt Street Station — destroyed in the 9/11 attacks — recently reopened.
Victor Porcelli, Deputy News Editor September 10, 2018
Cortlandt Street Station — destroyed in the 9/11 attacks — recently reopened.
Meet the Locals Issue

Meet the Locals Issue

Laura Shkouratoff and Rachel Buigas-Lopez, Creative Directors September 11, 2017
Take a closer look at the familiar faces in Washington Square Park, from the Birdman to the artist that covers the walkways with chalk.
Although President Trump’s recent executive order threatening the funding of sanctuary cities was overturned, New York City and the sanctuary campus movement at NYU still face significant threats.

President Trump’s Administration Threatens Sanctuary Cities

Arushi Sahay, Contributing Writer April 27, 2017
Trump has threatened the funding of sanctuary cities — how has this affected NYU's sanctuary movement?
Student athletes often have a hard time juggling their academics with their respective sports as traveling to and from practices and games can take more time than expected.  These two fencing students wait patiently for their bus to the Stevens Institute of Technology for a meet.

How Athletes Cope With Travel Time

Marshall Winfield, Contributing Writer February 22, 2017
As a competitive college athlete, traveling is just part of the game. How do student-athletes balance travel, school and social lives?
The Mental Health Issue

The Mental Health Issue

Alex Bazeley, Editor-in-Chief November 14, 2016

It's no secret that college students face stress on a near-daily basis. The pressures to succeed can sometime be too much of a weight to bear, pushing some students to a breaking...

Williamsburg is one of the many areas of Brooklyn that are facing rapid development.

Students Flock to Brooklyn, Gentrification and Rising Prices Follow

Alexander Kario, Contributing Writer March 2, 2016
NYU Wagner's Rudin Center, Downtown Brooklyn Partnership, and Appleseed Inc. released a report recently describing Downtown Brooklyn's innovative urban developments and advancements.
 Mayor Bill de Blasio has announced housing plans.

De Blasio confronts city housing shortage

Alex Bazeley, Deputy News Editor February 3, 2015
Mayor de Blasio makes an effort to provide affordable housing to residents.
Graphic by Cicek Erel and Lyanne Natividad

Latinos in New York

April 2, 2014
New York public schools are the most segregated in the nation, the state failed to pass the DREAM Act and Mexican-Americans in New York City struggle to finish high school.
Jonathan Tan/WSN

Top five ways to experience Thanksgiving in New York City

November 25, 2013
While masses of students eagerly pack their suitcases for trips home, others may be packing their wallets with some extra cash as they settle into the city for a New York Thanksgiving. During the break, there are some events one must experience for a true New York City holiday.
Felipe de la Hoz/WSN

Report shows subways decline in cleanliness

November 7, 2013
The third annual census of subway platforms identifies four aspects of subway platforms that have worsened in the past year.
Profile: NYU Alumnus Bill de Blasio, 109th Mayor of New York City

Profile: NYU Alumnus Bill de Blasio, 109th Mayor of New York City

November 5, 2013
A profile of Bill de Blasio, 109th mayor-elect of New York City and NYU alumnus.
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Mayoral General Election Today, Lhota faces off with de Blasio

November 5, 2013
Bill de Blasio and Joseph Lhota face off in the general election for mayor; de Blasio leads in polls.