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

Washington Square News

Everything You Think You Know About Spain Is Wrong

Everything You Think You Know About Spain Is Wrong

Sierra Jackson, Staff Writer January 29, 2018
We all have some expectations before setting foot on a foreign country, but we must learn to set them free to truly fall in love with our abroad sites.
It can be stressful and nerve-wracking to travel to a foreign country, but studying abroad is also an incredibly enriching and rewarding experience that many NYU students choose to pursue.

Abroad Is Not America

Carine Zambrano, Abroad Editor January 22, 2018
If that is your first time away from friends, family and Amazon Prime, here are some things to keep in mind before saying goodbye to Uncle Sam.
Happy Lemon, in Queens, sells traditional bubble tea as well as Cheese Tea.

A New Drink Possibilitea

Liv Chai, Staff Writer November 30, 2017
After Egg Cappuccino, Cheese Tea is starting to come up in people's feeds, sparking a lot of interest.
Dinuguan a traditional Filipino pork dish typically served with rice cakes. A dish of NYU students searching for a taste of home. (via instagram.com)

NY-Untraditional Thanksgivings

Laura Rubio, Staff Writer November 20, 2017
Every family has its own way of celebrating Thanksgiving.
NYU Must Pay Attention to Misogynistic Culture

NYU Must Pay Attention to Misogynistic Culture

WSN Editorial Board October 31, 2017
The system of ethics that Tisch teaches its students will stay with them throughout their careers. The school should take this opportunity to speak out and set the standard that to remain silent is to be complicit and to be complicit is unacceptable.
Headscarf Laws Veil Systematic Discrimination

Headscarf Laws Veil Systematic Discrimination

Theo Wayt, Staff Writer October 30, 2017
Policies in France, where discriminatory measures are backed by a hypocritical, quasi-rational idea of tradition.

Religious Leaders Provide Guidance for Curious Students

Abigail Weinberg, Editor-in-Chief October 23, 2017

Sometimes, students need guidance in their religious pursuits. Luckily, the 70 chaplain affiliates at the Office of Global Spiritual Life are available to help students practice...

The Thin Line Between Culture and Religion

Pamela Jew, Copy Chief October 23, 2017

The lines between culture and religion are often blurred as the two become synonymous with one another. Through the yearly holidays and daily practices, religion becomes an integral...

Is Sexism Rooted Deeper Than We Might Suspect?

Is Sexism Rooted Deeper Than We Might Suspect?

Lara Dreux, Contributing Writer September 28, 2017
Whether we wish to acknowledge it or not, sexism has been a part of our history for centuries and attempting to move forwards through the shunning of all mankind’s past discriminatory approach is no way to do it.
Struggling to Find Hispanic Pride On Campus

Struggling to Find Hispanic Pride On Campus

Emi Bonet, Contributing Writer September 26, 2017
Hispanic Heritage Month is from Sept. 15 to Aug. 15 and is proudly celebrated by Hispanics throughout the U.S. For me, celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month this year will be different because for the first time in 18 years, I will not be in a city that is predominately Hispanic.
Being Indian-American in Trump’s America

Being Indian-American in Trump’s America

Shraddha Jajal, Contributing Writer September 11, 2017
Today I wore a traditional Indian dress while going grocery shopping. People stared at me as if they were seeing something out of place, something that did not belong there.
This summer, the Center for Student Life opened the International Student Center, where international students can meet, connect and learn about new resources.

International Safe Space Opens in Kimmel

Adriana Tapia, Deputy News Editor September 5, 2017
A space for the NYU international community just opened in Kimmel.