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

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

Washington Square News

Holding Leaders More Accountable in Crisis, Not Less

Holding Leaders More Accountable in Crisis, Not Less

Though some of his actions have been integral to dealing with the coronavirus crisis and should be a good example for other states to follow, many of Governor Cuomo’s policies in both the past and the present have been harmful to the state’s efforts.
WSN Editorial Board April 5, 2020

During this time of crisis, New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo has become a figure of admiration for many Americans looking for a dependable political authority to feel protected....

The Most Powerful Student on Campus Needs No Introduction

The Most Powerful Student on Campus Needs No Introduction

But you’ll remember her name anyway.
Sakshi Venkatraman, Editor in Chief December 5, 2019

Jakiyah Bradley is not the sentimental type. When you’re the most powerful student on campus, you can’t let your emotions get in the way. In her office in Kimmel, she spends...

RJ Khalaf

Leading With Love
Natasha Roy, Assistant Managing Editor December 7, 2017

Leadership. Faith. Football. RJ Khalaf’s passions are varied, but they all center around his desire to weave positivity into his surroundings. Though his passions don’t...

The Importance of Student Leadership

The Importance of Student Leadership

Shraddha Bhavesh Jajal, Contributing Writer October 11, 2017
The best way for everyone to have a voice is to bridge the gap between student government and the student body.
NYU’s  Martin Luther King Jr.’s scholars program offers students scholarships to students who demonstrate outstanding leadership skills and have a passion for social justice and equality. Patricia Carey, who founded the program, sat down with WSN staff to discuss the MLK scholarship and future plans.

MLK Scholars: Service and Leadership Collide

Natalie Chinn, Contributing Writer October 10, 2017
The Martin Luther King Jr. Scholars Program offers scholarships and programming to NYU students who demonstrate a commitment to service and leadership.
NYU’s Center for Urban Science & Progress partnered with NYC’s Mayor’s Office of Technology Innovation and NYC’s Economic Development Corporation to open the first Neighbourhood Innovation Lab in Brownsville, Brooklyn.

NYU Helps Open Neighborhood Innovation Lab

Greta Chevance, Contributing Writer March 27, 2017
NYU is giving back to the community with its involvement in the creation of the city's first Neighborhood Innovation Lab.
NYU Leadership Initiative Bridges a Gap

NYU Leadership Initiative Bridges a Gap

Connor Borden, Staff Writer October 23, 2016
The NYU Leadership Initiative is an institution here on campus whose aim is to create a network among students who have a commitment to improving the world around them.
Amid claims that NYU does not foster an inclusive environment for people of color, a new lawsuit against the university claims that an employee faced discrimination in his time here.

Study Points to Greater Faculty Diversity

Sayer Devlin, Deputy News Editor October 11, 2016
Two Steinhardt adjunct professors discovered that students prefer teachers of color, which prompts the discussion of greater NYU faculty diversity.
While many think the fashion industry is dominated by women, men are behind the labels being worn.

Fashion Fails Women in Leadership

Vrinda Anand, Contributing Writer September 19, 2016
Although the fashion industry is stereotypically a woman's world, men continue to dominate leadership positions.
Leadership Conference to Discuss Women of Color in Higher Education

Leadership Conference to Discuss Women of Color in Higher Education

Brooke Jensen, Contributing Writer April 6, 2016
WSN examines the female leadership at NYU and breaks down the race within the women who have held these position.