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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

From the average chain necklace to chokers of all sizes, accessories are often questioned for their relevance.

Jewelry: From Status to Self-Expression

Brina Jeffries, Staff Writer November 17, 2016
Jewelry no longer defines social status but rather self expression.
Paul Giamatti, a reputable actor, participated by reading three pieces of Nijinsky's.

Giamatti as Nijinsky: A Legend Worthy of the Role

Hailey Nuthals, Arts Editor October 27, 2016
Famed ballerina Vaslav Nijinsky's diaries were brought to something more than life on Monday night's reading by actor Paul Giamatti.
The first Roman Walls in London were built around 200AD.

London’s Historical Highlights, from 1 A.D. to the 21st Century

Thomas Devlin, Staff Writer April 27, 2016
To be a Londoner, you've got to at least be conversational about some of the city's history. Here are a few historical highlights from the capital of the United Kingdom.
Fringe x Feminism

Fringe x Feminism

Gabriella Bower and Tatiana Perez April 21, 2016

Fashion has had a long history of social commentary and capturing cultural moments. From Coco Chanel’s introduction of the tweed suit for women in the ‘20s, to today’s influx...

Georgetown Reparations Are Long Overdue

Georgetown Reparations Are Long Overdue

Connor Borden, Contributing Writer April 18, 2016
History informs and teaches so that all learn from the injustice of our predecessors.
New York’s Unethical Treatment of Countless Corpses

New York’s Unethical Treatment of Countless Corpses

Connor Borden, Contributing Writer April 11, 2016
The right to one’s own body is passed on posthumously to a loved one to respect one’s will.
Dr. Eduardo D. Rodriguez, pictured with his face transplant patient Patrick Hardison at NYU Langone on November 12, 2015

NYU Langone declares most extensive facial transplant in history a success

Christine Wang, Deputy News Editor November 19, 2015
Doctors from NYU Langone performed the most extensive facial transplant in history on a volunteer firefighter.
NYU is faced with a $16 million lawsuit against a former employee who claims he was discriminated against.

Alum, Miami Dolphins owner gives $20 million to NYU Law

Alice Zhang, Contributing Writer September 23, 2015
The NYU law school just received its largest donation in the history of the school.
Preparing a typical RoshHashanah dish of Black-Eyed Peas.

Rosh Hashanah marks another new year

Diamond Naga Siu, Contributing Writer September 10, 2015
Rosh Hashanah, one of the most important Jewish holidays, will be celebrated by many this Sunday. The traditional food eaten throughout this celebration plays a huge role in the festivities.

Literary Greenwich Village

Thomas Devlin, Managing Editor August 28, 2015
Explore the Village's literary past at these historic sites.

Compelling classes to take this fall

Benjamin Mok, Staff Writer April 5, 2015
Top 5 of the most interesting classes that will be offered in the upcoming fall semester
Groups of protesters rally at the 104th anniversary of the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire, in which 146 people died.

Activists remember Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire

Alanna Bayarin, News Editor March 25, 2015
On the 104th anniversary of Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire, labor rights activists staged a rally outside the Silver Center.