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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

Courtesy Meals Shouldn’t Come at a Price

Courtesy Meals Shouldn’t Come at a Price

Students were outraged after their financial aid was used for Courtesy Meals, which were initially promoted as free. Despite NYU's claim it has corrected the issue, the quiet charges are telling of how the university treats lower-income students.
WSN Editorial Board November 11, 2019

Students recently reported having financial aid, previously awarded for scholarships or work-study, be redistributed to pay for usage of the Courtesy Meals Program — which provides...

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Letter to the Editor: ‘NYU’s Artificial Affordability Issue’

John Beckman, University Spokesperson November 4, 2019

In last Monday’s editorial, "NYU's Artificial Affordability Issue," the WSN once again provides selective facts to make its case. So, it falls to me to provide the full picture: ...

A student walks through the NYU Abu Dhabi Campus. NYU spokesperson John Beckman recently made a statement regarding the campus, which has been at the center of controversy during its decade of existence.  (Photo by Sam Klein)

NYU and professors butt heads over NYU Abu Dhabi

NYU recently issued a statement discussing the mounting criticism of NYUAD, maintaining that academic freedom is protected at the campus.
Meghna Maharishi, News Editor January 28, 2019

Last week, NYU publicly released a statement to NBC addressing criticism about the lack of academic freedom at the Abu Dhabi campus. In the statement, NYU spokesperson John Beckman...

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Letter to the Editor: “How Can NYU Mourn the Loss of a Student?”

John Beckman October 15, 2018
In this response to our editorial discussing the loss of an NYU student, spokesperson John Beckman explains the university's stance on announcing student suicides when they happen.
Tisch sophomore Brian Cheng (left) and Stern junior Dani Velasquez (right) sit back-to-back illuminated by phone and laptop screens, respectively. (Photo by Sam Klein)

In the wake of tragedy, why does NYU keep ‘sweeping it under the rug?’

Despite NYU’s notorious lack of community, students gather together online following the death of a student. The university has yet to make a public announcement.
Pamela Jew, Under the Arch Managing Editor October 9, 2018

Letter to the Editor: "Tisch New Theater Runs Into Drama"

Letter to the Editor: “Tisch New Theater Runs Into Drama”

John Beckman, NYU Spokesperson January 23, 2017
NYU spokesperson John Beckman shared his thoughts about a recently published article in Washington Square News "Tisch New Theater Runs Into Drama."
Skirball has put on many performances that send a bold message. The provocative production of "Apollon" by Choreographer Florentina Holzinger ran Feb. 22-23. (Photo by Julia Saliba)

Tisch New Theatre Runs Into Drama

Natasha Roy, News Editor January 23, 2017
The Tisch New Theatre was suspended this past fall, but the news was quietly announced in a single email. Here's the details of the whole story.
Students think NYU’s refusal to divest from fossil fuels contradicts its sustainability efforts, even though the university focuses on other efforts such as water, power and waste.

NYU Decides Against Fossil Fuel Divestment

Anne Cruz, News Editor June 16, 2016
Despite continued protests from some NYU students, the university decided it would not divest from fossil fuels, choosing instead to focus on what it described as "direct" action against climate change.
Letter to the Editor: NYUAD travel ban

Letter to the Editor: NYUAD travel ban

Andrew Ross, President of NYU chapter of the American Association of University Professors September 24, 2015
Professor Andrew Ross responds to WSN's editorial about the NYUAD travel ban.

Letter to the Editor: NYU fundraising

John Beckman, NYU Spokesperson March 1, 2015
NYU chief spokesperson John Beckman responds to the Feb. 25 WSN Editorial Board article, "NYU fundraising, spending choices ridiculous."

Zero tolerance: NYU’s shameful rape policy fails survivors

WSN Editorial Board, Editorial Board December 4, 2014
[Trigger Warning] NYU needs a zero-tolerance policy towards rapists — they should be expelled.
NYU’s tuition hikes unsustainable

NYU’s tuition hikes unsustainable

Adam Fazlibegu, Deputy Opinion Editor October 27, 2014
NYU will ultimately need to halt its tuition hikes to stay competitive with other universities.