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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

Hate crimes against Asain Americans are increasing nationwide in cities across the United States as the pandemic reaches its one-year anniversary. Activists, academics and students at NYU are speaking up against the violence. (Staff Photo by Manasa Gudavalli)

University community responds to surge in anti-Asian racism

After anti-Asian backlash accompanied the rise of COVID-19 last spring, hostility towards Asian-Americans is on the rise once again as the pandemic reaches its one-year anniversary.
Mei Lamison, Staff Writer March 17, 2021

Disclaimer: This article was written and edited before the recent shootings in Atlanta. The World Health Organization declared COVID-19 to be a global pandemic on March 11,...

Whole Foods Market on Union Square is a traditional grocery store that offers the option to shop for groceries online through Amazon Prime Now.

Groceries in the Digital Age

Scott Hogan, Staff Writer April 9, 2018
With the click of a button, grocery shopping has left its space on a neglected to-do list, especially with the convenience of having AmazonFresh deliver directly to you. Does this indicate the demise of brick-and-mortar stores or will the delivery fee be the major setback?
Driverless Pizza Changes Dynamic

Driverless Pizza Changes Dynamic

Adryan Barlia, Deputy Opinion Editor September 5, 2017
People would have to pay attention to their phones more, physically have to leave their homes to approach an empty car, and figure out the payment process from automated screens set up in the car's exterior — a list of inconveniences. Pizza delivering is great and will continue to be great, so no need for replacements.
Ordering takeout and receiving one’s food by messenger is a common New York dining practice. With the COVID-19 crisis, new measures are being put in place to protect both messengers and customers. (Photo by Anna Letson)

Looking for Delivery? Call Here

Shirley Cahyadi, Staff Writer November 21, 2016
There’s nothing quite as comforting as having food delivered to your doorstep, or at least to the lobby of your residence hall.
The Smith has many locations around New York and serves a delicious brunch, although known as a go-to dinner restaurant.

Where to Brunch for Every Occasion

Megan Kasselberg, Contributing Writer September 14, 2016
Don't know where to get brunch? Check out WSN's recommendations for the best places to brunch for every occasion!
Created by Daniel Nelson, Devin Visslailli and Jake Zimmerman, Ordego is an online convenience store that delivers different household items throughout East Village.

Ordego Is the Newest Convenience Store — And It’s in Your Phone

Rachel Sipress, Contributing Writer September 7, 2016
Ordego, an online convenience store, delivers a variety of items throughout the East Village with the promise of delivery in under 20 minutes.
You will soon be able to get your Chipotle delivered directly to your dorm.

PSA: Chipotle will deliver to NYU

Chain partners with service Tapingo to deliver to NYU
Monica Hanna, Contributing Writer September 14, 2015
Chipotle to deliver to NYU.
Whole Foods divides traffic into ten color-coded lines.

Groceries without leaving dorm

Molly LeGrow, Contributing Writer March 31, 2015
Companies offer convenient grocery delivery services.

Tips to make food delivery Seamless

Kendall Levison, Staff Writer March 10, 2015
Tips help students get the most from their Seamless order.
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Delivery services near dorms satisfy student stomachs

February 25, 2014
Popular delivery services among NYU students are Seamless and delivery.com.
Jonathan Tan/WSN

Insomnia Cookies expands delivery route, includes Carlyle Court

Kavish Harjai, Staff Writer November 12, 2013
Students dissatisfaction spurs initiative.
City introduces program to protect commercial cyclists

City introduces program to protect commercial cyclists

April 25, 2013
Businesses must now provide helmets and vests for all of their delivery cyclists.