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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

No-Sex Education Leaves Teens Uninformed, Unprepared

No-Sex Education Leaves Teens Uninformed, Unprepared

Nishka Dhawan, Contributing Writer March 24, 2016
Too many students enter the real world with little to no knowledge of what sex is and are left unsure and anxious because all they know about sex is the number of diseases it causes. Schools need to familiarize students with consent and make them feel comfortable with their bodies, and moreover, what they can do with their bodies.
Clinton Beats Sanders on LGBTQ Rights

Clinton Beats Sanders on LGBTQ Rights

Paris Martineau, Contributing Writer March 22, 2016
Clinton’s progressive credentials on LGBT issues should not be dismissed based solely on her past stance on marriage equality.
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.
The NYU Shop Theater is putting on a production of the Laramie Project from March 4-11.

Tisch Students Bring “The Laramie Project” Into 2016

Joseph Myers, Theater & Books Editor March 8, 2016
NYU Shop Theater is currently putting on a production of the 2000 play "The Laramie Project".
Trans Awareness Week at NYU, through a series of events that takes place from November 17 - 20, provides resources and facilitates discussions for all student communities interested in learning LGBTQ issues

Trans Awareness Week aims to create safe space on campus

Kati Garrity, Staff Writer November 17, 2015
Trans Awareness Week at NYU will be featuring discussions on university resources for trans and non-gender conforming students as well as conversations with local activists.
Curated by Brent Phillips, the positive/negative: HIV/AIDS exhibition is currently on display on the 3rd floor of Bobst Library at the Fales Library.

positive/negative: HIV/AIDS at NYU Fales Library

Natalie Hansford, Contributing Writer October 22, 2015
WSN talks to Brent Phillips, curator or the positive/negative: HIV/AIDS exhibit at the NYU Fales Library.
The Front door of the NYU LGBTQ Center at Kimmel 602

LGBTQ Student Center welcomes new director

Nina Jang, Features Editor August 28, 2015
Jon Hurst was appointed director of the LGBT Center.

Indiana policies highlight importance of voting

WSN Editorial Board April 2, 2015
The widespread criticism of the new Indiana Religious Freedom Law is justified and proves that young voters should vote in local elections to prevent unjust laws like this from passing.
Transgender suicide rate demands action

Transgender suicide rate demands action

Tommy Collison, Deputy Opinion Editor January 26, 2015
A recent high-profile transgender suicide highlights need for protective legislation.
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?
U.S. should set example for Uganda

U.S. should set example for Uganda

February 18, 2014
Obama's stance on same-sex marriage should be uniform.
[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.