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

Washington Square News

A shot of the Paulson Center gym. Students are standing and looking around. There is a sign for the Pakistani Student’s Association to the right and a Greek flag to the left.

Opinion: NYU Club Fest was far too chaotic to enjoy

Wednesday's humidity made Club Fest seem like a promising escape, but what should have been a chill and fun event turned out to be a complete mess.
Abi Rivera, Opinion Editor September 8, 2023

NYU’s Club Fest at the Paulson Center was hosted for students to find their place among the over 300 clubs offered at the university. Instead, students found themselves corralled...

Declassified: An NYU Survival Guide

Declassified: An NYU Survival Guide

April 18, 2022
So you got into NYU. Congratulations! Now what? Let us tell you all about the nitty gritty details of changing your major, navigating the Liberal Studies Core program, celebrating the weekend in NYC, and making lasting friendships.
A collage of icons symbolizing college social life (from top to bottom, left to right): a simple “what’s up” text message, a symbol for joining Greek organizations reading “I pledge ZTA”, a room plaque and notes.

How to win friends at NYU

Forming meaningful connections in the big city is no small task. Here are a few ways to meet people.
Nikkala Kovacevic, Staff Writer April 18, 2022

At some point on your NYU campus tour, your admissions ambassador probably uttered the words “the city is our campus” with an overly exaggerated gesture to the surrounding...

The College Club Pressure Cooker

The College Club Pressure Cooker

Although many clubs here at NYU serve student bodies who yearn for both exclusivity and prestige, college has proven to one first-year student that finding your space could be just as important.
Kenzo Kimura, Staff Writer November 18, 2019

My childhood was busy, to say the least. Whether I was at Taekwondo practice late into the evening or hastily finishing the homework assigned by my after-school tutors, busy was...

Why Does NYU Lack a Space for Non-Partisan Discussions?

Why Does NYU Lack a Space for Non-Partisan Discussions?

Nosheen Hossain, Contributing Writer October 1, 2018
To her dismay, our writer couldn't find a club that provides space for nonpartisan political discussion. Those kind of conversations, though, are the answer to bridging the deep political divide.
The annual Fall Club Fest was held on Sept. 5 on the 9th and 10th floors of the Kimmel Center for University Life.

3 Quirky Clubs Flying Under the Radar

One of these quirky clubs could be your new NYU family.
Caitlyn Hochwald, Contributing Writer September 13, 2018
Looking to join a club? Check out these fun and niche student-run clubs.
There are many interesting clubs you may have missed at NYU’s clubfest.

Here are the Seven Clubs You Need to Check Out This Semester

Oliver Shenberg, Contributing Writer February 8, 2016
Catch up with this up-and-coming clubs you might have missed if you weren't at Club Fest.
Top 5 extracurricular opportunities to enrich college experience

Top 5 extracurricular opportunities to enrich college experience

Sue Liang and Bailey Evans September 2, 2014
In the beginning of the school year, it can often be daunting to find ways get involved in the NYU and New York City community outside of the classroom.
via nyu.edu

Back to the Square welcomes returning students

September 3, 2013
All students are invited to attend Back to the Square events this week.