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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

NYU has utilized Zoom as a substitute for in-person lectures as the COVID-19 pandemic continues. Professors at the university have begun recording their lectures and posting them online for students who cannot attend classes at certain times. (Staff Photo by Jake Capriotti)

Some Professors Opt for Pre-Recorded Classes Amid Remote Instruction

To aid students in different time zones, many professors have decided to switch some or all of their classes to asynchronous ones in which students participate through discussion forums or by watching pre-recorded lectures.
April 8, 2020

Since the transition to online classes, several professors have started recording video lectures and posting them online for students to watch, as an alternative to real-time Zoom...

NYU Isn’t Doing Enough for Religious Students

NYU Isn’t Doing Enough for Religious Students

The religious exemptions policy places the burden on students, further alienating those who are active in their faith.
Abby Hofstetter, Opinion Editor October 7, 2019

From before I learned to speak to the time I graduated high school, I attended the same Jewish school. Class was not only canceled for religious holidays — it revolved around...

A student swipes through the IGTV home. (Photo Illustration by Alana Beyer)

Work for Instagram — In Class

Real World classes give students the opportunity to show their projects to companies like Instagram and Facebook.
Marie-Louise Onga Nana, Contributing Writer February 25, 2019

A course called Instagram Real World might be one of the most NYU things ever written into the course guide. But there may be more than meets the eye about the class that uses...

Student de-stresses 
 by writing an unsent letter. (Staff Photo by Alana Beyer)

Preparing for a Stressful Spring

For when your mood is as low as the temperature outside.
Kylie Kirschner, Staff Writer February 5, 2019

Settling back into NYU’s unrelenting grind, it is unnerving to think about returning to those late nights at Bobst Library and drowning sorrows in Red Bull. Before the rush of...

Learning how to cook can be a fun and rewarding experience. Taking a cooking class can allow students to perfect their culinary skills and explore new cuisines.

Learning How to Cook in New York City, Properly

Anah Oozeerally, Contributing Writer February 5, 2018
Sick of "cooking" and setting off the fire alarm? Maybe it's time to take a cooking class. We have a few spots we'd like to recommend.
At Brooklyn Clay Industries, you can learn how to throw your own pottery and learn about the ceramic process.

Learn Something Outside of NYU

Laura Rubio, Staff Writer December 4, 2017
In a city full of amazing classes to take, don't spend all your time locked up in an NYU classroom.
Celebrities Give False Hope

Celebrities Give False Hope

Mollie Yellin, Contributing Writer April 17, 2017
Celebrities have such a strong influence over their followers that they could even convince people that they can code, even when logic says otherwise.
Love Actually, a CAS class created by NYU faculty, is about the neurology and psychology of various types of love.

What Is Love, Actually?

Tiffanie Hwang, Staff Writer April 10, 2017
A CAS class called Love Actually, which allows students to explore the meaning of and science behind love, was recently featured in The Guardian.
Teaching Assistants can be an essential component of lecture classes, granting students the opportunity to ask questions and discuss course content in a more personal setting.

Tackling the Topic of TAs

Rachael Heistuman, Contributing Writer April 5, 2017
Teacher assistants can make or break your recitation experience, so read up on how NYU students feel about their TAs.
WSN shares advice from upperclassmen regarding course selection for underclassmen.

How to Get the Classes You Want

Thomas Chou, Staff Writer April 3, 2017
Prepare yourselves for war — it’s time for fall semester class registration.
An empty classroom in 194 Mercer Street. WSN has compiled a list of the best excuses students have conjured to skip class.

My Dog Ate My Homework and Other Excuses

Kate Holland, Contributing Writer February 9, 2017
Hear what student's best excuses are for missing class; you might learn some new tricks.
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.