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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

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Opinion: You need to stop using toilet paper to clean your butt

Despite its prevalence in the United States and on NYU’s campus, toilet paper is one of the worst restroom hygiene options. It's time for NYU to offer toilet paper alternatives.
Aksha Mittapalli, Contributing Writer November 18, 2022

Allow me to paint a picture. You’ve just come back from a great 90-minute workout and you’re exhausted. Your clothes are soaked and your hair has grown stiff from the sweat....

Everyone Should Appreciate Their Good Health While They Have It

Everyone Should Appreciate Their Good Health While They Have It

Henry Cohen, Staff Writer April 5, 2017
While this should serve as an important reminder to remain hygienic and avoid contracting the flu, it should also serve as an opportunity for those of us with good health to appreciate the faculties that good health provides.
Students find that there is a  wide spectrum of quality in different NYU restrooms.

Gotta Go? Here Are the Best and Worst NYU Bathrooms

Diamond Naga Siu, Deputy News Editor April 5, 2016
Diamond Naga Siu ranks the best and worst bathrooms on campus.
Courtesy of Brandon Jacobi

New Yorkers should mind personal health

February 6, 2013
With the flu epidemic spreading, many need to re-evaluate their personal hygiene.