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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

International student solidarity necessary to support Mexican students

International student solidarity necessary to support Mexican students

Kevin Burns and Michael Domanico November 24, 2014
There are several steps students at NYU should take to stand in solidarity with the students in Mexico, both those who have gone missing and those taking to the streets to bring about reform.

Anger over undocumented students misguided

WSN Editorial Board, Editorial Board November 24, 2014
Regardless of opinions on immigration policy, passions must be tempered with pragmatism.
Alternatives to Common Core also flawed

Alternatives to Common Core also flawed

Dana Brown, Contributing Columnist November 24, 2014
Common Core may have a variety of issues, but a prevalent critique against the educational standards is ironically misguided.
Professor speaks on impact of conflict

Professor speaks on impact of conflict

Shirley Foo, Staff Writer October 23, 2014
The Israeli Education Minister spoke at NYU on Wednesday, Oct. 22.
Silver MSW program to start in Shanghai

Silver MSW program to start in Shanghai

Stephanie Grella, contributing writer October 8, 2014
The Silver School of Social Work announced a new Masters in Social Work program that allows students to study for a year in Shanghai and a year in New York City.
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Summit centers on education, inequality

Romie Williams, Contributing Writer October 6, 2014
The Reverend Al Sharpton is hosting a summit on education with the National Action Network
Public schools must not sacrifice literature

Public schools must not sacrifice literature

Zahra Haque, Contributing Columnist September 10, 2014
Literature might not make you a better employee, but it sure can make you a better person.
Unpaid internships vital for international, undocumented students

Unpaid internships vital for international, undocumented students

Felipe De La Hoz, Contributing Columnist September 2, 2014
Eliminating unpaid internships compromises international students' ability to gain work experience.

Sexual assualt education program needed at NYU

August 24, 2014
University cooperation along with increased education for students can help make campus safer from sexual assault.
Corporate data collection threatens educational privacy

Corporate data collection threatens educational privacy

May 1, 2014
InBloom is no longer a threat to students’ privacy, but companies such as eScholar are pouncing on inBloom’s failure.
Religion and education should exist independently

Religion and education should exist independently

April 30, 2014

Religion and education have enjoyed a long coexistence — many times a collaborative one, sometimes an indivisible one, as is the case with religious studies. They seem to be...

Day in the Life: Avni Parikh

Day in the Life: Avni Parikh

April 21, 2014
An LS freshman started an international organization that raises money for schools through jewelry sales.