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

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

Washington Square News

NYU Tisch student Farbin Towhid was among six found dead in Texas. Her brother published a letter detailing plans for a murder-suicide for the family of six. (Staff Illustration by Debbie Alalade)

Farbin Towhid, Tisch first-year beloved for kindness, passion and talent, dies at 19

Friends, acquaintances and fellow students gathered in Washington Square Park to mourn her passing and share their memories of her.
Rachel Fadem, Staff Writer April 7, 2021

Content warning: this article mentions suicide. Dozens of NYU students gathered around the Washington Square Arch on April 6 to remember Tisch first-year Farbin Towhid, who...

NYC’s Ebola plan reassures residents

WSN Editorial Board, Editorial Board October 15, 2014
The precautions NYC officials have taken against Ebola should reassure residents.