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

Washington Square News

Two people standing outside. The person on the left is holding a large canvas with an egg painted on it.

Review: ‘Problemista’ and the laughable absurdity of the immigrant experience

Salvadoran comedian Julio Torres’s promising directorial debut humanizes the immigrant identity in a wonderfully surreal and innovative tale.
Lulu Chatterjee, Contributing Writer March 5, 2024

It’s no secret that obtaining a visa in the United States is a bureaucratic nightmare. The entire process is often recounted as a strenuous uphill battle where all odds are against...

A person wearing a black leather jacket stands on a stage while holding a microphone in his right hand and a can in his left hand. On top of the image are the words “BEYOND N.Y.U.”

Beyond NYU: Shifting from finance to funnyman

Stern alum Nimesh Patel studied finance at NYU. After graduating, he pivoted to a career in stand-up comedy, and is now on a national comedy tour.
Bruna Horvath, Deputy News Editor December 14, 2023

Stumbling into the Comedy Cellar, an iconic Manhattan comedy club, as a first-year student, Stern alum Nimesh Patel could never have envisioned that comedy would become his career....

Elsie Fisher in 'Eighth Grade.

Review: Puberty Sucks But ‘Eighth Grade’ Doesn’t

Ryan Mikel, Arts Editor July 13, 2018
Buckle up. "Eighth Grade" is taking us on a trip down memory lane.
With his new show, "The St. Mark's Sessions", comedian Mike Lemme incorporates his personal experiences and his bold personality into a lighthearted comedy.

Lemme Stretches Comedy to a Series

Jessica Tien, Contributing Writer November 17, 2016
Comedian Mike Lemme opens up on his inspiration and how to find your own particular brand of comedy (hint: it involves a lot of practice).
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Top 5 spring break adventures

March 10, 2013
Staying here for spring break? No problem.
Madeleine Overturf for WSN

Student comedian shows off bag of laughs

March 3, 2013
Tisch junior Charlotte Martin is a regular comedian, and to compliment her comedy habit, she keeps her bag stocked with comedic items.