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

Washington Square News

Three photographic prints hang on a green wall. To the left is a black-and-white photo with a car and two people standing next to it; in the center is a black-and-white photo of a person looking into a rearview mirror; on the right is a photo of a person smoking a cigarette with people sitting next to him.

‘Hip-Hop: Conscious, Unconscious’ showcases the influence of the genre

Celebrate the history of hip-hop and its global impact at this Fotografiska exhibit, open until May 20.
Natalia Palacino Camargo, Books & Theater Editor May 2, 2023

As one of the most prominent genres in the music world, hip-hop has had an extensive influence on fashion, art, photography and other forms of cultural expression. Rumored to have...

An illustration of the back of a Black girl’s head while she sprays products into her hair in front of a mirror. On the right is a table with eight assorted hair care product containers.

The US hair care industry lags behind in accepting Black hair

Hair is an essential part of Black identity and culture in America. It’s time for hair care brands to reflect that.
Mika Chipana, Contributing Writer March 11, 2022

Hair matters. It is a part of our identity, our sense of self. Hair is an extension of culture, a unified experience. But my hair did not start mattering to me on a personal level...

An illustration of the Washington Square Arch. Behind the arch sits gray and brown alternating high-rises. On the top right are the words “The Daybook” in an arched shape.

What to do this week: Bumper cars and a date night at the Met

The Daybook is WSN’s weekly column listing in-person and online events at NYU and across New York City. This week: Feb. 21 to Feb. 27.
Abby Wilson and Gabriel Hawthorne February 20, 2022

An art display for the Bronx fire 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at 231 10th Ave. Free, open to the public More than two dozen local artists will feature their work at the West Chelsea...

Illustration by Rachel Buigas-Lopez

Unpopular Opinions: Albums

Think you have a hot take on an underrated or overrated record? See how it holds up against WSN's picks in Unpopular Opinions: Albums edition.
For the nights of Nov. 26 and Nov. 27, the Barclays Center became a family gathering for the homecoming of Jay-Z as he continues on his “4:44” World Tour.

Barclays’ House Party for Brooklyn’s Finest

Michael Muth, Staff Writer November 28, 2017
Jay-Z has followed up his renowned album "4:44" with an equally impressive live show in Brooklyn on Nov. 26.
DJ Khaled and Elliott Wilson spoke at the Skirball Center on April 19 as part of the Clive Davis Institute of Recorded Music's CRWN interview series.

DJ Khaled Brings the Keys to Skirball

Abigail Weinberg, Deputy Features Editor April 21, 2016
The Snapchat superstar came to Skirball this past Tuesday to give a motivational talk and spread more Khaled-isms.
The Sports Kid Column: Rip All Your Friends Off on Super Bowl Sunday

The Sports Kid Column: Rip All Your Friends Off on Super Bowl Sunday

Bobby Wagner, Managing Editor February 5, 2016
In this week's edition of the Sports Kid Column, Bobby regrets a bet he lost and then goes on to suggest possible ways to rip your friends off at your Super Bowl Party.
Pharrell, shown performing at the 2014 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, will be an artist-in-residence at NYU's Tisch School of the Arts this year.

Pharrell to spend year as artist-in-residence at Tisch

Alex Bazeley, News Editor October 19, 2015
Williams is going to be teaching a class at NYU, with details to be announced at a later date.
Women’s volleyball player Alexis Jackson.

Sophomore mixes hip-hop with volleyball

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor September 21, 2015
Sophomore volleyball player Alexis Jackson discusses the struggles of her first year at NYU and discovering how her hobbies can become her profession.
Tidal’s wave could hurt artists

Tidal’s wave could hurt artists

Matthew Tessler, Deputy Opinion Editor April 8, 2015
Everybody loses if artists, as a group, fragment themselves too much on streaming services like Tidal.

Jay Z comes to NYU to talk music business

Valentina Duque Bojanini, Editor-in-Chief April 2, 2015
Jay-Z spoke at NYU about the launch of his music streaming service, Tidal.
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Arts Issue: Power couples prove two voices better than one

April 10, 2014
As the music industry's royal couple, Jay Z and Beyoncé share a particularly private relationship compared to many of their contemporaries.