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Washington Square News

New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

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Opinion: Final exams are weighted too high

These assessments should not be worth more than every other assignment done in a semester.
Molly Koch, Deputy Opinion Editor May 2, 2023

This semester, I tragically encountered every student's biggest fear: a final worth 50% of my grade. Meaning that this final, which also happened to be a lecture-style presentation...

An image of two levels of Bobst Library, with students studying at tables on both floors.

Opinion: Finals week schedules shouldn’t be a mystery

I’m not saving any money on tuition, so the least NYU could do is let me save money on flights home.
Naisha Roy, Deputy Opinion Editor February 28, 2023

The end of the spring semester involves a lot of moving parts. Students have to worry about surviving finals week, packing and leaving dorms and — for those who live outside...

Haven Spa, located at 250 Mercer Street, is one of the best places to get massages around NYU campus. (Staff Photo by Jorene He)

Destress Without Destroying Your Budget

Relaxation doesn’t have to be a luxury.
Ria Mittal, Staff Writer April 14, 2019

With finals season around the corner, all of us could use a bit of stress-busting. You’re bound to be exhausted in both body and mind after all those hours of late-night cramming...

Staff Rants: Finals Week

Staff Rants: Finals Week

For the last Staff Rants of the semester, WSN complains about the horrors and inconveniences of finals week.
WSN Staff November 29, 2018

On Irresponsible University Scheduling Practices By Sam Klein, Deputy Multimedia Editor It’s the most wonderful time of the year. ‘Tis the season when every NYU student...

Late Exam Schedules Mean High Travel Costs

Late Exam Schedules Mean High Travel Costs

Emma Rudd, Contributing Writer December 6, 2016
NYU must consider the effects of scheduling on student expenses before they implement an exam session so near the holidays.
Customers using laptops at Stumptown Coffee Roasters on 8th street.

Get your caffeine fix at these local cafes

Tejas A. Sawant, Contributing Writer April 12, 2015
Top 5 cafes around campus that serve as great study spots