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

Washington Square News

Director Shimon Dotan speaks to a few of the many thousands of Israeli settlers in the West Bank to provide a thorough insight into the social and historical setting behind the conflict in the region.

‘The Settlers’ Discusses Israel

Ali Hassan, Contributing Writer February 27, 2017
NYU professor Shimon Dotan's new documentary "The Settlers" brings the virulent controversy of settlements along the West Bank between Israel and Palestine to light, finding hope and moderation in a world often cast as radical and irreconcilable.
The Bronfman Center on 10th Street, the heart of Jewish student life at NYU. The Center organised a trip to Israel for 25 student leaders in January, in an effort to facilitate a dialogue between individuals of different backgrounds.

A Passport to Diversity

Han Wang, Contributing Writer February 15, 2017
The Bronfman Center took 25 students of different backgrounds and beliefs to Israel in an attempt to encourage diversity at NYU.
Hamilton is Right to Disavow BDS

Hamilton is Right to Disavow BDS

Cara Zambrano, Staff Writer December 7, 2016
The academic and cultural freedom of students of Israeli descent, or those who hope to go to NYU Tel Aviv, should not be jeopardized.
When you visit a new place and immerse yourself in its culture, you may find yourself surprised by the people around you.

Tel Aviv: A Night in Fez

Hannah Benson, Contributing Writer December 6, 2016
Hannah Benson reflects on her adventures staying with a family in Fez, Morocco.
An exhibit at the Babylonian Jewry Heritage Center in Or Yehuda, Israel, displays what life was like in the “transit camps” for Israel’s Iraqi-Jewish immigrants after being forced to leave Iraq in the mid-20th century.

Tel Aviv: Israel’s Iraqi Jews Remember Their Past

Hannah Benson, Contributing Writer December 2, 2016
What does identity mean for Israelis whose family emigrated from an enemy state?
Realize Israel acts to facilitate conversation about the State of Israel, and provide a means to support Israel.

NYU Students Realize Israel

Natasha Roy, Deputy News Editor November 21, 2016
Realize Israel is a club at NYU that educates students about Israeli culture.
Stack of rocket shells destroyed by the Iron Dome

Studying Abroad 2.0

Tommy Collison, Contributing Writer October 3, 2016
International students are technically already studying abroad. These are the recollections of an Irish student studying in Tel Aviv.
Colonel Richard Kemp speaks passionately to NYU students about the morality of Israel's army.

Students Host Former Colonel in Discussion on War Crimes and Terrorism

Brooke Jensen, Staff Writer April 11, 2016
Former Col. Richard Kemp of the British military spoke with members of Realize Israel and the College Republicans of NYU Monday evening.
The Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions group are working to stop the Israel’s military presence in Palestine.

GSOC Voting on Boycott of Israel

Olivia Roos, Contributing Writer March 28, 2016
NYU's graduate worker union may be the first private university union to join Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions.
International holiday desserts to try in the city

International holiday desserts to try in the city

Kendall Levison, Dining Editor December 8, 2015
Celebrate the holidays with these international treats.
WSN’s coverage of Palestinian Vigil is misleading

WSN’s coverage of Palestinian Vigil is misleading

David Rand, NYU Law Students for Israel Communications Committee December 7, 2015
A piece criticizing WSN's coverage of a vigil held for Palestinian citizens.
In times of crisis, hashtag your support

In times of crisis, hashtag your support

Joseph Stern, Contributing Writer December 1, 2015
In times of crisis, do hashtag your support.