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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

NYU provides many resources for the LGBTQ community, but some students feel as if it lacks trans-specific initiatives.

Q&A: T-Party and Trans Visibility on Campus

Lexi Faunce and Diamond Naga Siu October 11, 2016
In the wake of LGBT History Month, WSN talked with two transgender students to better understand their experiences at NYU.
Cuomo Should Consider Banning Discrimination, Not Just Travel

Cuomo Should Consider Banning Discrimination, Not Just Travel

WSN Editorial Board March 30, 2016
When an official takes the effort to a make a social statement, not often is it made with genuine intent. Cuomo should endeavor to be the exception, not just another politician speaking in elevated tones with his fingers crossed behind his back.
Thomas E. Sullivan, Jake Epstein and Jenna Gavigan star in "STRAIGHT",  a new off-Broadway play at Acorn Theatre.

‘Straight’ Explores a Modern Gay Identity

Grace Rogers, Contributing Writer March 9, 2016
"STRAIGHT" at the Acorn Theatre explores sexuality through a love triangle.
Pray the Perils of Conversion Therapy Away

Pray the Perils of Conversion Therapy Away

Paris Martineau, Contributing Writer February 9, 2016
In an age in which same-sex marriage has been upheld by the Supreme Court as a fundamental right, state legislatures nationwide must do their part to forbid an immensely damaging and medically unsound procedure from occurring within their borders.
Gaby Cryan, left, and Emmia Gelman, right, mail their request form to march in the St. Patrick's Day Parade.

St. Pat’s Parade continues LGBTQ ban

Rahul Krishnamoorthy, Deputy News Editor September 10, 2014
Irish LGBTQ groups made publicly made their applications to march in the annual St.Patrick's Day Parade.

‘I, Too, Am NYU’ should expand to include allies

April 23, 2014
While the campaign serves as a powerful reminder of the struggles minorities endure on college campuses, it would benefit from expanding its mission statement.
Eich’s pressured resignation against liberal values

Eich’s pressured resignation against liberal values

April 9, 2014
What is the point of achieving marriage equality in the first place if it is done through the use of coercion?
[VIDEO] Op Ed Live: Sochi Winter Olympics

[VIDEO] Op Ed Live: Sochi Winter Olympics

February 14, 2014
WSN takes a look into the issues surrounding the Olympics.