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

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NYU’s Mexican Student Association to celebrate Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead  from Oct. 31 to Nov. 2 in the lobby of Kimmel Center for University Life.

NYU MexSA Celebrates Day of the Dead with Altar

Sarah Jackson, Staff Writer November 7, 2017
NYU's Mexican Students Organization shares Dia de los Muertos with the student community.
Should NYC Just Ban Cars Too?

Should NYC Just Ban Cars Too?

Theo Wayt, Staff Writer November 6, 2017
Fewer than 30 percent of those killed in car crashes last year were drivers or passengers. The majority were pedestrians and cyclists — New Yorkers who chose to avoid cars and were therefore more vulnerable, just like those killed on Halloween.
Candy has substituted potatoes, apples, and nuts as the “currency” of halloween in modern day.

A Brief History of Trick-or Treating

Sherry Yan, Staff Writer November 1, 2017
Halloween and treats go hand in hand. However have you ever stopped to think what existed when the candy corns did not
Steinhardt is the skittles of NYU: a colorful combination of various majors. Check here to see what kind of candy your school is!

Take Your Pick: NYU Schools as Halloween Candy

Thomas Chou, Deputy Features Editor October 31, 2017
Ever wonder what candy your school would be? Check it out here.
A recent attack on civilians in lower manhattan has left at least eight dead and 11 injured. Forensics and police gather to investigate and control the scene.

On the Scene of the TriBeCa Attacks

Mack DeGeurin, Deputy News Editor October 31, 2017
A suspected terror attack in Tribeca leaves eight dead and over a dozen injured.
Counterpoint: Costumes Are Not Just Costumes

Counterpoint: Costumes Are Not Just Costumes

Natasha Roy, Assistant Managing Editor October 30, 2017
You can’t just pick and choose aspects of a culture that you like and then denounce the others simply because they are different from your own. That does not accurately represent the entire culture, and it is disingenuous.
Costumes Are Just Costumes

Costumes Are Just Costumes

Mert Erenel, Staff Writer October 30, 2017
At the end of the day, costumes are just costumes — nothing more. We are adults who I hope are mature enough to handle a holiday meant for children.
The Spooky Issue

The Spooky Issue

Andrew Heying, Opinion Editor October 30, 2017
Check out this week's spoooky stories about what haunts the streets and students of NYU.

15 Frightening Films to Stream This Halloween

Anubhuti Kumar, Highlighter Editor October 30, 2017

Beware, Halloween is fast approaching, and in case midterms don’t provide enough of a scare, here are some frightening films to get in the spooky spirit. Netflix: “Stranger...

Sunny the six month old Corgi.

Exposure | Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade

Anna Letson, Multimedia Editor October 30, 2017
Dogs from all over the Village had a ball at the annual Halloween Dog Parade.
Halloween Is Undoubtedly the Best Holiday

Halloween Is Undoubtedly the Best Holiday

Thomas Price, Staff Writer October 30, 2017
Halloween is the one day a year where from the ridiculous to the sublime, all things are accounted for. It is the one day a year to be exactly who you wish to be, and instead of being chastised for being a grown person dressed in tights and no shirt, you are literally rewarded for it with candy.