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Washington Square News

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

A blue package that reads: Plan B One-Step.

New vending machines to provide emergency contraceptives on campus

Students can now access emergency contraceptives at vending machines for $15 at five locations on campus.
Bruna Horvath, Deputy News Editor September 5, 2023

Emergency contraceptives will now be easier to access for NYU students, thanks to five vending machines stocked with the medication installed prior to the start of the semester. The...

Women donned pink pussy hats today for a pro-Planned Parenthood rally in Washington Square Park.

People Rally for Pro-Planned Parenthood

Miranda Levingston, Deputy News Editor February 11, 2017
Students and prominent feminist figures gathered in Washington Square Park in support of Planned Parenthood today.

Guide to birth control

Dana Reszutek and Hannah Treasure September 25, 2014

A version of this article appeared in the Thursday, Sept. 25 print edition. Email Dana Reszutek and Hannah Treasure at [email protected].

Contraception effort should supersede anti-abortion laws

Contraception effort should supersede anti-abortion laws

February 5, 2014
With pregnancy terminations at their lowest in three decades, and use of long-term contraceptives may be the cause.
Supreme Court should rule against Hobby Lobby

Supreme Court should rule against Hobby Lobby

November 26, 2013
The Hobby Lobby is challenging the integrity of the Affordable Care Act.
Supreme Court agenda might yield partisan rulings

Supreme Court agenda might yield partisan rulings

October 8, 2013
The Supreme Court returned in full force to the bench on Oct. 7 with a docket full of controversial topics.
Pope Francis lays foundations for personal choice within church

Pope Francis lays foundations for personal choice within church

September 24, 2013
Pope Francis's statement last week about welcoming personal choices shows his dedication to tolerance within the Catholic church.