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

Washington Square News

Courtesy of Rebuild By Design

Rebuild by Design nears third phase

October 16, 2013
The NYU Rebuild by Design competition is nearing the end of stage two.
Rachel Kaplan/WSN

Inside the storm: A nurse recognized

February 24, 2013
WSN interviews NYU Langone nurse Menchu Sanchez who received a personal thank you during President Obama's State of the Union address.
Courtesy of Shamir Tanna

Remember the unsung heroes and moments of 2012

December 29, 2012
While mainstream media highlighted many worthy stories this year, several moments and individuals deserve to share the spotlight.

Langone receives extra funds for Sandy relief

December 27, 2012
In the continued efforts to repair destroyed facilities, FEMA has allotted additional aid to the Langone Medical Center.
File Photo by William Martin

Hurricane Sandy cannot be linked to single cause

December 11, 2012
Earth’s changing climate is creating conditions that increase the likelihood of more intense and damaging hurricanes in coming years.
Courtesy of Shamir Tanna

Sandy relief inspires hope, but Haiti still hurting

December 4, 2012
While volunteer relief efforts have made a strong impact in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, Haiti still faces widespread homelessness and threats of famine and cholera outbreaks.
Courtesy of Crystal Kiehl Derwin

City develops new emergency housing prototype

December 4, 2012
In an effort to prepare for future natural disasters, New York City has developed a prototype for temporary housing.
Courtesy of Shinya Suzuki

New York Aquarium to remain closed for rest of year

November 19, 2012
The New York Aquarium will remain closed for repairs well into next year after the facility was hit by Hurricane Sandy.
Pace professor re-examines post-Sandy response

Pace professor re-examines post-Sandy response

November 15, 2012
Pace professor Chris Williams led discussion on how the response to Hurricane Sandy could have been handled better.
Technology brings new ways of coordinating disaster relief

Technology brings new ways of coordinating disaster relief

November 15, 2012
NY Tech Meetup crowdsources to coordinate Sandy relief projects.
Volunteer efforts connect students with hurricane victims

Volunteer efforts connect students with hurricane victims

November 13, 2012
Contributing columnist Muneed Syed gives a first-hand account of hurricane relief efforts in Brighton Beach, Brooklyn.
File Photo by William Martin

NYU should improve infrastructure post-storm

November 12, 2012
Following Hurricane Sandy, it is time for NYU to increase its commitment to clean, reliable energy as well as revitalize its expansion.