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

Washington Square News

Ask the Sexperts: How to Master the Threesome

Ask the Sexperts: How to Master the Threesome

WSN Sexpert Team February 7, 2018
This is WSN’s new weekly column, Ask the Sexperts! WSN’s resident queers, Gabe the Gay and Luna the Lesbian, do their best to answer your questions about love, dating and sex at NYU and in the big city, straight and otherwise.
“What to Do When Jane Knows DICK about Dating: If He Wants You, You Will Know It,” details a traditional approach to dating in the modern day.

Dick and Jane are All Grown Up

Julia Fields, Staff Writer February 2, 2018
Author Laura J. Wellington recently released a satirical, self-help book all about the elementaries of dating.
Students Risk Danger to Afford NYC

Students Risk Danger to Afford NYC

Lara Dreux, Contributing Writer September 7, 2017
How far are students willing to go for the money? On the brink of prostitution, the sugar daddy industry stands on a fine line between providing one’s time and one’s body.
Television shows give unhealthy relationships more screen time because they prioritize attracting viewers. Showcasing these unhealthy relationships normalize and romanticize them.

Healthy Relationships Are Needed on TV

Cara Zambrano, Staff Writer March 27, 2017
Much of the relationships portrayed on TV are unhealthy, and, sometimes, even abusive, but are still seen as ideal and desirable.
There’s Nothing Wrong With Age-Differentiated Relationships

There’s Nothing Wrong With Age-Differentiated Relationships

Henry Cohen, Staff Writer February 16, 2017
Many NYU students are involved in sugar relationships. it is important to avoid stigmatizing what are mostly mutually beneficial relationships where neither party is being exploited.
These are WSN's top picks for dating apps. What are yours?

Love Apps for NYU Students

Krista Burton, Contributing Writer February 13, 2017

In a technology-dependent world, bumping into your true love on the streets of NYC seems like something that only exists in 90’s rom-coms. It can feel impossible to find a new...

Many couples aren’t as lucky as Jess Chen and Kyle Mariana to live in the same city.  Long distance relationships can be difficult, but trust and positivity are key.

Distance: Love’s Greatest Enemy

Diya Jiang, Staff Writer February 13, 2017
Although many couples are looking forward to Valentine's Day plans, long distance couples especially suffer during this holiday. Here's some insight on what it's like to be in a long-distance relationship and how you can overcome the challenges.
Love, Sex and All the Rest: How Much Sex is Too Much Sex?

Love, Sex and All the Rest: How Much Sex is Too Much Sex?

October 5, 2016

In such a competitive, power-hungry society, our lifestyles seem to be more inspired by expressions such as “the more, the better” than by any banal platitudes on balance that...

Nonsexual Queer Spaces Needed in NYC

Nonsexual Queer Spaces Needed in NYC

WSN Editorial Board September 26, 2016
The onus is on everyone — not just business leaders — to ensure that no space feels like it is off limits for people who identify as LGBTQ.
Love, Sex and All the Rest: Summer Sex + Date Spots in NYC

Love, Sex and All the Rest: Summer Sex + Date Spots in NYC

May 1, 2016
To prepare you for summer, our anonymous columnists listed the best sex and date spots to hit up when school gets out.
In his new book Date-onomics, author Jon Birger discusses why women are having an increasingly difficult time finding mister right.

‘Date-Onomics’ Author Talks Hookup Culture

Hailey Nuthals, Highlighter Editor April 4, 2016
John Birger's new book "Date-Onomics" is a comprehensive, analytical look at gender dynamics in modern dating.