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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

Should psychedelic therapists be required to try their own medicine? NYU professor Elizabeth Nielson brought up the issue in her talk at the annual Horizons Conference held at Cooper Union on Oct. 6-8.

NYU Professors at Horizons Conference Share Psychedelic Research

Kristina Hayhurst, Contributing Writer October 12, 2017
NYU researchers discuss treating patients with psychedelic drugs at this year's Horizons Conference.
Residential Staff Should Be Trained for Opioid Overdose Prevention

Residential Staff Should Be Trained for Opioid Overdose Prevention

WSN Editorial Board April 25, 2017
Amidst the recent rise in opioid-related deaths, sporadic opioid overdose training is not enough to combat. The university must begin educating its residential life staff on how to deal with opioid overdoses.
Smartphones Are The Newest Drug For Students

Smartphones Are The Newest Drug For Students

Adryan Barlia, Contributing Writer March 20, 2017
Almost all NYU students can agree that being on their smartphones is perhaps a more appealing option than sitting on a desk working on assignments for hours on end, which is similar mentality that comes into play with drugs.
Despite the many strides NYU takes to prevent substance abuse on campus, students are consistently finding new ways to break the rules.

Administration, Student Groups Combat Drug Use

Herman Lee, Contributing Writer January 30, 2017
Both student groups and the university aim to educate students minimize drug abuse.