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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

Facade of Gallatin's NYU building, home many distinct majors (Renee Yang)

From Decolonial Computing to Queer Theory, These Gallatin Students Are Concentrating on Change

These Gallatin concentrations are nothing if not unique — and pretty ambitious.
Melanie Ezster, Contributing Writer October 15, 2018

At the Gallatin School of Individualized Study, students study everything from the study of love to the color blue and even Harry Potter. This year, students are picking even more...

The new Ghost Fishing exhibit, now on Display in Kimmel Windows.

Hooked on Eco-Justice with ‘Ghost Fishing’ Exhibit

Matthew Holman, Book and Theater Editor September 11, 2018
The recent poetry anthology “Ghost Fishing: Eco-Justice Poetry and the Diasporic City" has great impacts on both the contemporary and future fabrics of society.
At the release party for Survivors Magazine, two attendees look over the new issue. The magazine uses photography as a way to increase awareness of sexual assault.

Survivors Magazine Honors Survivors of Sexual Violence

Natalie Chinn, Deputy Features Editor April 30, 2018
Survivors Magazine gives survivors of sexual violence a space to heal.
Liberal Studies Professor John Ward Regan

LS Professor No Longer Teaching After Allegations of Sexual Misconduct Surface

Alex Domb and Yasmin Gulec April 26, 2018
Liberal Studies Professor J. Ward Regan no longer has teaching responsibilities at NYU after news emerged of sexual relations he had with a 15-year-old student in a class he was teaching in the early 1990s.
Harry Potter stars Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, and Rupert Grint in 2011. "The Legacy of Harry Potter" is a two credit Gallatin course that examines the Harry Potter novels and its versatile impacts.

Best Two-Credit Electives to Take Next Semester

Sherry Yan, Staff Writer April 10, 2018
Fall 2018 registration is approaching. Here are some fun 2-credit courses you can take.

TKTK Sessions: Michael Manzi

Connor Gatesman, Music Editor April 9, 2018
WSN sat down with Gallatin sophomore Michael Manzi to talk about his major's influence on his music and more.
Musican and Gallatin junior Alex Carr in Washington Square Park.

Alex Carr Talks New Album, Traveling and Isolation

Sara Nuta, Contributing Writer April 3, 2018
Songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and Gallatin junior Alex Carr is preparing to release a full-length album with his band.
Gallatin Business Club’s Women in Business panel.

A Woman’s Place Is at the Top

Pamela Jew, Deputy Managing Editor March 19, 2018
A Gallatin alum and the Gallatin Business Club teamed up for the Women’s Professional Leadership Panel, which showcased six women succeeding up in the ranks of their respective fields.
A beaded black lace romper from the collection of Gallatin sophomore Selly Djap.

Gallatin Designers Celebrate Eco-Friendly Fashion

Shannon Hu, Contributing Writer March 5, 2018
Check out our recap of the annual Gallatin Fashion Show.

Most Creative

Gallatin Concentrations
Natasha Roy, Editor-at-Large January 22, 2018
NYU's Gallatin School of Individualized Study is known for its broad range of concentrations. WSN is showcasing 3 students with the most creative concentrations.

Most Successful

NYU Alumni Featured in Forbes' '30 Under 30' List
Sherah Ndjongo, Social Media Editor January 20, 2018

A spot in the annual Forbes’ 30 Under 30 class is a much coveted position, considering that earning a spot on this list is harder than getting into Harvard, with over 15,000...