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

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How to Decorate Your Dorm Based on Your School

How to Decorate Your Dorm Based on Your School

Laura Shkouratoff, Creative Director February 23, 2017

There are so many fun and creative ways to decorate a dorm room, but depending on which school you’re in, you may favor certain decorations over others. While command hooks and...

Outrage Over Vogue Cultural Appropriation Is Appropriate

Outrage Over Vogue Cultural Appropriation Is Appropriate

WSN Editorial Board February 16, 2017
Gallatin sophomore Karlie Kloss faced mass criticism after her photoshoot in yellow face for Vogue's March issue. However, she is not the only person at fault for this incident of cultural appropriation.
WSN’s weekly roundup of the best classes you can take at NYU is here.

Week 3: Make the Most of Your Schedule with These Favorite Classes

Sarah Jackson, Contributing Writer February 15, 2017
Because looking at the schedule of classes can feel like opening Pandora's Box, hear from experienced students about what they think you should take.
SnowGlobe: A Photo Gallery of the Winter Festival

SnowGlobe: A Photo Gallery of the Winter Festival

Megan Cutaran, Contributing Writer January 30, 2017
Click through this gallery to see photos from SnowGlobe music festival, featuring Gallatin alumnus Alex Pall of The Chainsmokers!
Influential 2016

Influential 2016

Bobby Wagner, Managing Editor December 8, 2016

When you go to NYU, it’s easy to be cynical. The inevitably of failure isn’t an easy thing to come to terms with. Going to class, nabbing internships, making connections —...

From the average chain necklace to chokers of all sizes, accessories are often questioned for their relevance.

Jewelry: From Status to Self-Expression

Brina Jeffries, Staff Writer November 17, 2016
Jewelry no longer defines social status but rather self expression.
Augustine “Allah” Joseph’s dedication to music stretches beyond YouTube and reaches as far as performing live at Webster Hall.

Gallatin’s Allah Joseph: ‘My Perspective Sets My Music Apart’

Jacob Fox, Staff Writer November 8, 2016
Everything about Gallatin freshman Augustine Joseph, who goes by Allah Joseph for his music career, screams "inclusive" — even more, it screams that this is someone who knows what they're doing and how they're going to do it.
Core Requirements Stifle Student Growth

Core Requirements Stifle Student Growth

Hao Ly, Contributing Writer November 7, 2016
NYU should implement an open curriculum to rectify the rigidity of the core curriculum.
Panelists Ruth Hartman, the CMO of Le Tote, and Jyothi Rao, President of Intermix, shared their advice and experience, discussing the future of the industry.

Navigating the Future of Consignment

Aiysha Sadana, Contributing Writer October 24, 2016
Last week, Gallatin hosted a panel titled Resale, Consign, Subscribe: Concepts That are Redefining How People Shop and discussed where the future of shopping is headed.
To Concentrate or Not to Concentrate…

To Concentrate or Not to Concentrate…

Carter Glace, Staff Writer September 29, 2016
Whether or not some NYU students select a major course of study or an independent concentration can often come down to minutely personal factors.
NYU Gallatin senior, Madeline Dolgin, has been awarded the Social Justice Award for her "I Am Your Protector" campaign.

Q&A: Gallatin Student Seeks to Protect Peers Through Campaign

Greta Chevance, Deputy News Editor April 28, 2016
Gallatin senior Madeline Dolgin was awarded the first ever Social Justice Award by the Global Spiritual Life Office.
Gallatin School of Individualized Study Founder Herb London spoke with students about Gallatin's history and his views on foreign policy.

Founder of Gallatin Might Not Fit Well in a Gallatin Classroom

Jeffrey Kopp, Contributing Writer April 27, 2016
The Review and Debate club hosted an open Q&A session with Gallatin's founder Herb London.