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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

Several people stand by the window on the Staten Island Ferry with the sun shining on them. In the background is the downtown Manhattan skyline.

The most picturesque MetroCard rides in New York City

The best views of the city skyline only cost $2.75.
Kevin Wu, Multimedia Editor March 27, 2023

To Langone by water: The ferry commute of NYU students and faculty

Members of the NYU Langone community share stories of their regular commutes across the East River.
Jen Lee, Xiyi Li and Jordan Winick March 10, 2023

It's 6:30 in the morning at New York University's ferry dock Manhattan stop. This stop is located at the east end of East 35th Street along the East River. And we're waiting for...

A panoramic view of the greenfield at Governors Island, with the Manhattan skyline visible in the background.

Opinion: You need to be around more trees

This semester, it's time to seek out more parks and green spaces in New York City.
Abi Rivera, Deputy Opinion Editor September 8, 2022

Being in nature is linked to improved health. According to the New York state Department of Environmental Conservation, “Spending time around trees and looking at trees reduces...

A cone of Mr. Softee ice cream.

An Island Getaway Close to Home

Jasem Alzaabi, Columnist September 27, 2018
Head over to the historic Governors Island before winter hits.
South Korean officials incompetent in crisis

South Korean officials incompetent in crisis

April 23, 2014
Authorities need to be better prepared to respond quickly and accurately to crises.
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NYU Reacts: Korean ferry tragedy

Valentina Duque Bojanini, Deputy News Editor April 22, 2014
Students react to the ferry sinking in South Korea.
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NY Water Taxi to run as temporary Staten Island Ferry

November 30, 2012

Last Saturday, the Bloomberg administration and the New York City Department of Transportation announced that the New York Water Taxi will temporarily be running on ferry schedule...