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

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

Washington Square News

Afroseke is the dance team for NYUs African Student Union. CAS sophomore Naa Dei Ashie, the teams co-captain, called it a sisterhood. (Courtesy of Afroseke)

Afroseke Can’t Wait to Burn the Stage

NYU’s African Student Union dance team celebrates African culture with their electrifying performances.
Cloris Yang, Contributing Writer September 25, 2019

Bright dance costumes twirled to the booming beat of music at the African Student Union’s fashion show last semester. Dance team Afroseke is ready to start their weekly training...

Fringe Spring 2019 | One Last Dance

Fringe Spring 2019 | One Last Dance

This issue is an ode to the moments that only fashion can capture: the awkward photo shoots, the first dances and the unforgettable memories.
Carol Lee, Beauty & Style Editor April 25, 2019

Inside the NYU Violet Ball. (Photo by Lauren Sens-Castet)

Violet Ball: The Only Way to Get Lit in the Library

NYU’s annual Violet Ball is always the perfect opportunity to redeem Bobst in every student’s eyes. This year was no different, and hundreds of students showed up for the fun.
Ria Mittal, Staff Writer March 1, 2019

Saturday night was the only night of the year students were not begrudgingly ambling through Bobst, buried in books, generally feeling sorry for themselves or finishing mountains...

A studio photo of several dishes. A two credit course offered next semester in Steinhardt is Digital skills in Food Media.

These Two-Credit Classes Are the Perfect Add-Ons to Your Spring Semester Schedule

Because sometimes you need to offset the stress of Texts and Ideas with a dance class.
Celina Khorma, Contributing Writer November 20, 2018
Because sometimes you need to offset the stress of Texts and Ideas with a dance class.
An image promoting the Halloween Game Expo. (Courtesy of Playcrafting NYC)

A Starving Artist’s Guide to Halloweekend: Oct. 26 to Oct. 31

Face it, you’re too old for trick-or-treating. Try out one of our spooky recs.
Ali Zimmerman and Alex Cullina, Deputy Arts Editor and Books & Theatre Editor October 25, 2018

Halloweekend is upon us, which means come Friday the city streets will be flooded with ghosts and witches, vampires and superheroes, and for the third year in a row, a bunch of...

Catherine Devine, a sophomore in CAS, dancing.

Fighting for Legitimacy, Ballerinas Resort to Rented Basements

Guru Ramanathan, Film Editor September 10, 2018
WSN speaks to Camille Barbin and Catherine Devine, the faces behind the university's first ballet company, the NYU Ballet Collective.
Harry Potter stars Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, and Rupert Grint in 2011. The Legacy of Harry Potter is a two credit Gallatin course that examines the Harry Potter novels and its versatile impacts.

Best Two-Credit Electives to Take Next Semester

Sherry Yan, Staff Writer April 11, 2018
Fall 2018 registration is approaching. Here are some fun 2-credit courses you can take.
The IRHC’s Annual Moonlight Ball will be taking place at the Whitney Museum of American Art this year.

Moonlight Ball Says ‘Goodnight’ to the Met

Jendayi Omowale, Staff Writer April 9, 2018
The Moonlight Ball is changing venues this year, breaking a 20 year old tradition.
Jèrôme Bel’s “Gala” made its NYC Premiere at Skirball from March 1-3.

Jérôme Bel’s ‘Gala’ Comes to Skirball

Devanshi Khepartal, Staff Writer March 5, 2018
Jèrôme Bel attempts to redefine our perception of dance, bodies and structure with the New York City premiere of "Gala."
Absofacto performed at Brooklyn Music Hall on Friday, Feb. 16.

Absofacto Proves Star Power at Brooklyn Music Hall

Amelia Reardon, Staff Writer February 23, 2018
Absofacto made a name for himself at the Music Hall of Williamsburg on Friday, and that's a fact.