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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

Carlyle Court

Carlyle Court

Katherine Platz, Copy Chief February 23, 2017

Residency: Upperclassmen Estimated yearly cost: $13,048 – $18,494 Low-cost rooms available: Yes Commute to class: 10 minute walk to WSP, 25-30 minute subway ride to Tandon Nearby...

Brittany Hall

Brittany Hall

Diamond Naga Siu, Editor-in-Chief February 23, 2017

Residency: Freshmen Estimated yearly cost: $12,476 – $14,040 Low-cost rooms available: No Commute to class: 10 minute walk to WSP, 25-30 minute subway ride to Tandon Nearby...

Despite the limitations of her space, sophomore Agne Numaviciute managed to create a sense of home in her small, one-room apartment.

Living in a Shoebox: A Guide to Off Campus Housing

Faith Gates, Contributing Writer October 3, 2016
It can be extremely hard to navigate the confusing world of New York City housing. How do NYU students manage? Here are some students with exceptionally unique living situations.
Housing Selection Dupes Upperclassmen

Housing Selection Dupes Upperclassmen

WSN Editorial Board April 27, 2016
NYU students are promised better, and they deserve better.
New York Skyline Marred by Gentrification

New York Skyline Marred by Gentrification

Haven Williams, Contributing Writer April 4, 2016
The surpassing of the WTC in terms of height by America’s wealthy class should only encourage American citizens to dream bigger, and set their sights higher, and take back New York
Letter to the Editor: Housing Gripes

Letter to the Editor: Housing Gripes

Tom Ellett March 28, 2016
The room selection process for upperclass students is ultimately designed by students. We strongly encourage students to take the time to be engaged and informed about the process and continue to provide constructive feedback. We can work together to provide a better experience.
Hayden Hall has held its name since 1957, four years after NYU acquired the former hotel and apartment buildings.

Hayden Hall to Be Renamed to Lipton Hall

Anne Cruz, News Editor March 21, 2016
The freshman dorm underwent renovations last year and is now regarded as one of the nicer-looking dorms.
Hayden Hall is a popular dorm which NYU students find hard to successfully apply to.

A Guide to Housing Gripes at NYU

Carlos Michael, Contributing Writer March 21, 2016
As fall housing approaches, students bring up concerns about how NYU handles the room and roommate selection processes.
The Housing Issue

The Housing Issue

Alex Bazeley, Editor-in-Chief February 25, 2016

Welcome to the 2016 housing guide. We crafted this with the intent that you’ll be able to start looking for your next place to live with the reassurance that you’re making...

NYU Shanghai students are unsatisfied with the new dorms this year.

NYU Shanghai students upset with housing options

Greta Chevance, Staff Writer December 9, 2015
Some NYU students are unhappy with the new NYU Shanghai dorms which opened this year.
New York Times covered the story of NYU students living in $300 a night hotels.

Life in Affinias is bittersuite at best

Grace Halio, Deputy Features Editor October 22, 2015
WSN speaks to Gallatin Sophomore Victor Leonard who lives in NYU housing at the Affinia Hotel to set the record straight about the accommodations.

Poly students join life on the Square

Bridget Brown, Contributing Writer September 28, 2015
A glimpse into the lives of NYU Polytechnic students living on the Manhattan campus for the first time.