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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

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What I learned during my first year at NYU

While I haven’t mastered everything during my first nine months at university, these nine tips will help any incoming student ease their first few semesters.
Alexa Donovan, Staff Writer April 28, 2023

Going to a rigorous college in New York City can be challenging, but I’ve learned certain things that have made the transition easier. College can be fun, academically challenging...

My Parents and I Don’t Talk Often, and That’s Fine

My Parents and I Don’t Talk Often, and That’s Fine

Staff Writer Sima Doctoroff discusses why it is okay for students not to call their parents all the time in college — every parent-child relationship is different, after all.
Sima Doctoroff, Staff Writer October 29, 2018
Staff Writer Sima Doctoroff discusses why it is okay for students not to call their parents all the time in college — every parent-child relationship is different, after all.
On Transferring to NYU

On Transferring to NYU

Victor Porcelli, Deputy Opinion Editor April 29, 2018
I had a unique first year experience, having transferred midyear and being inserted into an upperclassman dorm.