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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

Julie and Anthony sit at a table waiting for food. Anthony has his head in his hands and is holding a cigarette. Next to the table is an ice chest with an unopened wine bottle.

‘The Souvenir’ duology reflects on the irrationality of first love

In “The Souvenir: Part II,” Joanna Hogg draws from her first love and experiences as a film student to bring the story of her fictional counterpart to a poignant conclusion. “The Souvenir” and “The Souvenir: Part II” are available on VOD.
Brandon Kiziloz, Contributing Writer March 9, 2022

In his novel “Kafka on the Shore,” Haruki Murakami writes that in love, "we each look for missing pieces of ourselves." Like stepping into an old room of memories, love can...

Suggestions for Non-Cheesy Valentine’s Day Reads

Suggestions for Non-Cheesy Valentine’s Day Reads

If you’re looking for an alternative to Nicholas Sparks this February, here are some novels and short story collections that recognize love as the strange and idiosyncratic thing it is.
Julie Goldberg, Staff Writer February 13, 2019

Tolstoy wrote that “All, everything that I understand, I understand only because I love.” As Valentine’s Day approaches, many of us may find ourselves, happily or begrudgingly,...