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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

An NYU student enjoys a popsicle on the steps of an apartment building on 12th Street.

Want Food Quick? Put It on a Stick

Celina Khorma, Staff Writer April 2, 2018
It was "Something on a Stick Day" on March 28, so we deemed it only appropriate to roundup the very best foods on a stick to find in the city.
Downstein Dining Hall, home to '90s and early 2000's throwback songs. (Photo by Echo Chen)

NYU Presents Timeline for Evaluating Potential Aramark Replacements

Sakshi Venkatraman, News Editor March 27, 2018
NYU Dining Services held a conversation with NYU community members following controversy over a racist meal served in Weinstein last month.
Fried Pepper with Thousand-Year Egg, another traditional Chinese dish.

MáLà Project Brings Dry Pot To Bryant Park

Anah Oozeerally, Contributing Writer March 6, 2018
Delicious dry pot has found its way to Bryant Park thanks to MáLà Project's second location in New York City.
Three ways to incorporate peanut butter into your daily meal are in a sandwich, in a smoothie bowl or as a dip for your apple slices.

A Holiday to Go Nuts Over

Beth Sattur, Contributing Writer March 6, 2018
National Peanut Butter Lover's Day just passed on March 1, but don't let that stop you from indulging with these recipes.
An illustration of a white postcard with a red stamp in the top right corner. On the postcard are the words “letter to the editor” in a cursive style. Behind the postcard is a closed gray envelope.

Letter to the Editor: ‘NYU Must Cut Ties with Aramark’

Victor L. Crawford, Guest Editorial March 1, 2018
The Chief Operating Officer of Aramark, Victor L. Crawford, writes a letter in response to the WSN Editorial Board piece titled "NYU Must Cut Ties with Aramark".
NYU’s Lipton Dining Hall, which recently failed a health inspection by the New York City Department of Health.

Aramark’s Long History of Missing the Mark

Kristina Hayhurst, Deputy News Editor February 26, 2018
An in-depth breakdown of NYU food provider Aramark's past and present controversies.
Garden dining at Bobo.

Valentine’s Day Menus You Will Heart

Celina Khorma, Contributing Writer February 12, 2018
Stressing about a Valentine's Day dinner? Don't worry, we have a couple suggestions that'll make choosing between options stress-free.
Dissecting Kimmel's Mongolian Stir Fry

Dissecting Kimmel’s Mongolian Stir Fry

Jiayun Yang, Contributing Writer February 6, 2018
The Mongolian Stir Fry station in the Kimmel Marketplace is falsely advertised, seeing that the food is not authentic Mongolian.
Aramark, NYU’s food service provider, is being urged to adhere to healthier and more responsible standards in their food and practices.

Real Food Challenges NYU Dining

Amelia McBain, Staff Writer December 4, 2017
Real Food Challenge is a national campaign that demands more transparency and greater responsibility in food sourcing from NYU Dining and Aramark
$70K Is Enough for Rat-Free Dining Halls

$70K Is Enough for Rat-Free Dining Halls

WSN Editorial Board December 4, 2017
A presence of mice, filth flies, and hot food held at less than 140 degrees Fahrenheit, was discovered at Lipton Dining hall during a recent health inspection. NYU must take action to fix such a troubling and disgusting situation.
Beyond Sushi offers a number of sushi rolls and soups that pass on the raw fish for a variety of vegetables as a vegan alternative.

Eat Your Way Around Each Dorm: Vegan-Friendly Asian Cuisine

Spurthi Kontham, Contributing Writer December 4, 2017
Here's a list of great Chinese restaurants that are vegan.
Fryguys is a ‘90s themed french fry shop located on the border of the East Village and Lower East Side.

Fry Guys Finish First

Liv Chai, Staff Writer December 4, 2017
Fry Guys are known for having the best fries in New York. Is this just another over-hyped trend or do they live up to their reputation? Read more to find out.