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

Washington Square News

NYU's Board of Trustees Revokes Bill Cosby’s Honorary Degree

NYU’s Board of Trustees Revokes Bill Cosby’s Honorary Degree

Sarah Jackson, News Editor June 21, 2018
NYU's Board of Trustees announced on Thursday that they would revoke actor Bill Cosby's honorary degree, which he earned in 1997.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau waves to the graduates as he makes his way to the stage.

NYU’s Class of 2018 Shines Through the Showers at 186th Commencement

The Class of 2018 wouldn't the rain stop them from graduating in Yankee Stadium. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and NYU President Andrew Hamilton rounded out the ceremony with remarks of promise for the graduating class.
Graduates pose for photos with friends and family outside the Barclays Center where Tandon's graduation ceremony just took place.

NYU Tandon School of Engineering Commencement ’18

Bela Kirpalani, Deputy Sports Editor May 15, 2018

In the same stadium where the likes of Jay-Z, Paul McCartney and Beyoncé have performed, a new show was getting underway. On Tuesday morning, the famed Barclays Center served...

Dean of the Silver School of Social Work Neil Guterman making his first address as the newest dean of the school.

Silver School of Social Work Commencement ’18

Alejandro Villa Vásquez, Copy Chief May 15, 2018

Located in the tranquil neighborhood of Morningside Heights, United Palace hosted the Silver School of Social Work’s 2018 Commencement. Upon entering, it becomes obvious...

Class representatives hold their flags as they wait to walk on to stage.

Steinhardt School of Culture, Education and Human Development Commencement ’18

Yasmin Gulec, Features Editor May 15, 2018

Welcomed by the melodies of the Symphonic Brass Alliance, family and friends took their seats in the world’s largest indoor theatre, Radio City Music Hall to commemorate...

President Andrew Hamilton addresses graduates and their families at the College of Global Public Health commencement ceremony held in The Town Hall in midtown.

College of Global Public Health Commencement ’18

Natasha Roy, Managing Editor-at-Large May 15, 2018

Bagpipes blared as 350 students graduating from the College of Global Public Health’s undergraduate, graduate and doctorate programs filed into The Town Hall in midtown Manhattan...

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was revealed as NYU’s 2018 Commencement speaker.

Not All Students Are Fawning Over Trudeau

Natalie Chinn and Jiayun Yang April 23, 2018
Justin Trudeau is coming to town and students are not happy about it.
SLAM and NYU Divest protestors officially ended their occupation after administrators threatened disciplinary action.

Kimmel Occupation Halted After Administrators Threaten Disciplinary Action

Alex Domb, Deputy News Editor April 11, 2018
After facing threat of disciplinary action, members of NYU SLAM and NYU Divest have ended their overnight occupation of the Kimmel Center for University Life.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is set to speak at NYU's 186th all-university commencement.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to Speak at 2018 Commencement

Sakshi Venkatraman, News Editor April 2, 2018
NYU announced via Facebook that Justin Trudeau would be the Class of 2018's commencement speaker.
NYU's campus in Shanghai, China, founded in 2013. (Photo by Casey Kwon)

NYU Shanghai’s First Graduating Class Excels After College

Alesha Bradford, Staff Writer February 16, 2018
NYU Shanghai's class of 2017 has seen glowing successful upon graduation. 97% of the school's first graduating class are currently employed.
Graduates of 185th Commencement Stand for Honor in the Face of Challenge

Graduates of 185th Commencement Stand for Honor in the Face of Challenge

Caroline Haskins, Staff Writer May 19, 2017
The university's 185th Commencement ceremony was as heartfelt as such a ceremony should be, but can be summed up with the "Hamilton" quote used by student speaker Roxanne Roman — "Look around, look around at how lucky we are to be alive right now. History is happening, and we just happen to be in the greatest city in the world."
For many, graduation and the prospect of beginning a career can be both exciting and terrifying. NYU graduates offer their perspective on the transition.

Hindsight: Recent NYU Graduates Give Advice for Seniors

Alyssa Kelly and Faith Gates April 26, 2017
With graduation season coming, NYU alum share some insight for soon-to-be-graduates.