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Washington Square News

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

With the closing of Coles, NYU has opened its doors at 404 Fitness located at 404 Lafayette.

404 Fitness Is Open for Business, Brings Enthusiasm From Students

Yeho Hwang, Contributing Writer February 23, 2016
NYU students flocked to the new athletic facility at 404 Lafayette on Monday after Coles officially closed for construction.
Crowds rally in front of Coles Sports Center on Wednesday, December 2, for the NYU Walk of Shame, organized by GSOC/UAW, the union for graduate employees at NYU.

[UPDATE] Walk of Shame criticizes NYU for graduate worker contract violations

Dan Moritz-Rabson, Contributing Writer December 2, 2015
The Graduate Student Organizing Committee held a Walk of Shame outside of Coles to protest various graduate worker job losses and the imminent closure of Coles gym.
 NYU Faculty Against the Sexton Plan (FASP) claims the univeristy does not have a sufficient alternative space ahead of the Coles closure.

FASP says better Coles replacement is needed

Lexi Faunce, Deputy News Editor October 19, 2015
NYU Faculty Against the Sexton Plan claims the university does not have a sufficient alternative space to replace Coles Sports Center.
04 Lafayette St. will serve as a sports facilty for students while Coles is renovated.

Coles substitute to open on Lafayette Street

Chris Marcotrigiano, Sports Editor October 28, 2014
A replacement for the Coles site has been purchased by NYU, how will different NYU groups be affected?
via victoriassecret.com

Expensive gym wear now trending among students

April 15, 2013
Expensive excercize gear can often cause students to become increasingly self-conscious while they work out.