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

Washington Square News

Jon Michael Hill and Blake DeLong in “Pass Over.”

What You Missed at SXSW

Ryan Mikel, Arts Editor March 19, 2018
Politics surrounding race, class and gender were at the center of this year’s South by Southwest Conference & Festivals in Austin, Texas.

Alexia Salingaros

Directing Change One Movie at a Time
Ryan Mikel, Arts Editor March 8, 2018

For Tisch sophomore Alexia Salingaros, the magic of filmmaking began with summer lethargy and the absence of cable television in her San Antonio home. “The summer after seventh...

Two NYU students hold hands.

Love, But Not Sex

Veronica Liow, Assistant Managing Editor February 12, 2018
While Valentine's Day can be annoying for just about everyone, it brings about its own challenges for people who identify on the asexual spectrum.
Stop Toying With Gender Stereotypes

Stop Toying With Gender Stereotypes

Allison De La Bastida, Staff Writer November 30, 2017
We are molded into gender roles for the future just by the influence of the plastic items in our hands. This all stems from the idea that there has to be a defined line between girl toys and boy toys.
My Lack of A Cover Fee Does Not Compensate for Gender Inequality

My Lack of A Cover Fee Does Not Compensate for Gender Inequality

Tyler Crews, Contributing Writer September 28, 2017
It is okay that girls do not have to pay to get in at parties and clubs because it makes up for the gender inequality we face in our day-to-day lives. Frankly, this line of thought is ludicrous.
Angela Merkel, You Are a Feminist

Angela Merkel, You Are a Feminist

J. Metje, Contributing Writer September 25, 2017
Reader, you must be a feminist. Only with the voices of enough people that refuse to be silenced can we achieve the goals we are working towards. Stand up and say, “I am a feminist.”
Playwright Basil Kreimendahl creates an extraordinary combination of identity and war in his play, "Orange Julius".

A Tender and Comic Look At Gender, Death and Vietnam

Michael Landes, Staff Writer January 24, 2017
"Orange Julius" explores gender, death and memory through the lens of the Vietnam War.
Steinhardt’s Drama Therapy Department performed “Power and Privilege As Performance” at Pless Hall Black Box Theater on Saturday. The performance included three short plays.

Steinhardt Study Proves Gender Gap in STEM Fields

Coco Wang, Staff Writer November 1, 2016
Steinhardt found that females are often underrated in math, even when they are accomplished.
James Watson is facing backlash from his derogatory comments about African-American people, women and obese people.

DNA Discoverer’s Lecture Canceled Following Controversial Comments

Veronika Jelenik, Contributing Writer September 19, 2016
NYU students protested against James Watson, one of the discoverers of DNA, speaking at Langone.
NYU alumna Anna Powers started Powers Education, aiming to offer the support and guidance needed for women high school students to succeed in the fields of math and science, hopefully adding to the female presence in STEM research.

Alumna Startup Aims to Empower Women

Lucy Hwang, Staff Writer May 2, 2016
Dr. Anna Powers, an alumna and core curriculum fellow at NYU, hosted a launch party in honor of launching Powers Education, a startup dedicated to the success of women.
Five students came together to create a film for the HeForShe campaign in hopes to showcase NYU as a place for gender equality.

HeForShe Student Film Encourages Discussion Around Gender Equality Movement

Lexi Faunce, News Editor April 7, 2016
NYU filmmakers highlights NYU's involvement in gender equality movements in the HeForShe film.
Leadership Conference to Discuss Women of Color in Higher Education

Leadership Conference to Discuss Women of Color in Higher Education

Brooke Jensen, Contributing Writer April 6, 2016
WSN examines the female leadership at NYU and breaks down the race within the women who have held these position.