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

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Activists Marcella Gilbert (Oohenumpa and Ihanktowan Bands of the Lakota and Dakota nations) and Madonna Thunder Hawk (Oohenumpa Lakota, enrolled citizen of the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe), in the documentary "Warrior Women." (Photo by John G. Larson, courtesy of NMAI)

A Starving Artist’s Guide to Arts Events This Weekend: March 28 to 31

Stay entertained this weekend for $20 or less.
Alex Cullina, Books & Theater Editor March 27, 2019

Spring has finally sprung, people! This is not a drill! Go outside and do stuff! Steinhardt’s “Opera Now: Three to See” at Provincetown Playhouse, March 28 - 31 Come...

Alec Baldwin at the Tisch Gala 2018. (Photo by Veronica Liow)

Celebrity Sightings, as Reported by NYU Students

You’ll never believe this, but I saw Alec Baldwin today.
Valerie Stepanova, Contributing Writer February 26, 2019

I met him on a hot summer day in the middle of June. I had just finished my yoga class, and I was floating down the street with my eyes glued to my phone. Suddenly, I was close...

Neshla Caplan and Adam Kashmiry in "ADAM," running at the Skirball Center for the Performing Arts Feb. 14 - 16. (Photo courtesy of the Skirball Center)

A Starving Artist’s Guide to Arts Events This Weekend: Feb. 14 to 17

Stay entertained this weekend for $20 or less.
Alex Cullina, Books & Theatre Editor February 14, 2019

This Valentine’s Day weekend, whether you’re single and looking for something to take your mind off of romance or you’re having trouble thinking of a fun, outside-the-box...

The storefront for Generation Records on Thompson St.

In the Village, Generation Records Banks on a Future for Vinyl

The owner of Generation Records in the Village discusses the current state of vinyl and the legacy of the artistic hub.
Jude Zhu, Contributing Writer October 30, 2018
The owner of Generation Records in the Village discusses the current state of vinyl and the legacy of the artistic hub.
A summer street fair Greenwich Village.

Enjoy the Greenwich Village Street Fair While it Lasts

There's lots to be found at Greenwich Village weekend street fair.
Bella Gil, Contributing Writer September 17, 2018
Here are some of our favorite pop-ups from this month's street fairs.
Chocolate walnut buns piled on each other in a case.

A Quick Bite: Fay Da Bakery

Scott Hogan, Dining Editor August 26, 2018
WSN reviews a new bakery on West 4th Street.
Bleecker St, is now 30% vacant due to the drastic increase in online shopping. The #ShopBleecker movement is being advertised in the area to save the street’s vacancies.

Greenwich Village Encourages Residents to #ShopBleecker

Alyssa Kelly, Staff Writer November 20, 2017
During the month of November, shops on Bleecker St. will have special discounts and raffles to boost local business for the neighborhood.
Retired New York City Police detective Frank Serpico at his cabin in the woods in Antonino D'Ambrosio's film "Frank Serpcio".

Tribeca 2017: Documentary ‘Frank Serpico’ Lauds an Honest Cop

Daniella Nichinson, Staff Writer April 26, 2017
Antonino D'Ambrosio's new documentary "Frank Serpico" retells the story of the famous New York City cop in Serpico's own words, reinforcing the message that doing the right thing is always the right thing.
NYU’s 2031 expansion plan is finally underway with the beginning of construction at 181 Mercer.  Many students are optimistic for the new facility, but some question its role in the gentrification of the neighbourhood.

181 Mercer Street Construction Begins

Sherah Ndjongo, Contributing Writer March 8, 2017
Construction for NYU's 181 Mercer Street project has begun. Some students are looking forward to seeing the finished product, while others question the necessity of a new NYU building.
Dr. Martin Luther King delivered a speech on NYU's campus on Feb. 10, 1961. In commemoration, NYU hosts its MLK week on the anniversary of the speech each year.

Black History Around NYU

Mili Mansaray, Contributing Writer February 27, 2017
Black history is American history, and it is everywhere, including our very own campus.
Greenwich Hall, on the corner of Greenwich Street and Morton Street.

Greenwich Hall

Emma Rudd, Deputy Opinions Editor February 23, 2017

Residency: Upperclassmen Estimated yearly cost: $13,048 – $18,494 Low-cost rooms available: Yes Commute to class: 15 minute walk to WSP, 25-30 minute subway ride to Tandon Nearby...

The strip of Macdougal Street along which the new Pommes Frites will set up shop is home to a slew of popular food stops, including Artichoke Pizza and Saigon Shack.

Pommes Frites Aims for Comeback Next Month in Greenwich Village

Alex Bazeley, Editor-in-Chief March 11, 2016
The popular Belgian fries shop has been out of commission since it was destroyed by a gas-related explosion last year.