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

Washington Square News

Mother and daughter Rachel Leisring and Raelle Wilson stand together in front of the Vivienne Westwood New York City store. They are wearing all black clothing.

Remembering Vivienne Westwood, an architect of modern punk fashion

On what would’ve been the designer’s 82nd birthday, the New York City store drew an intimate crowd of enthusiasts, gathered for a day of appreciation for the fashion legend.
Melody Jiang, Contributing Writer April 11, 2023

The cover of the book “I’m Glad My Mom Died” is centered in frame. Pink text against a light yellow background reads “I’m Glad My Mom Died.” The author’s name, “Jennette McCurdy,” is pink and outlined in black. At the center of the cover is a portrait of actor Jennette McCurdy, whose hair is tied up into a ponytail. She wears a pink dress and holds a pink urn against a pink background.

Review: ‘I’m Glad My Mom Died’ offers a new take on memoirs

“iCarly” comedian Jennette McCurdy lays everything bare in her debut novel.
Madeline Kane, Staff Writer November 4, 2022

Content warning: This article discusses eating disorders and sexual, physical and emotional abuse. Although broken interpersonal dynamics may be common when it comes to child...

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: Book festival, donut tour and more

The Daybook is WSN’s weekly column listing in-person and online events at NYU and across New York City. This week: April 25 to May 1.
The News Desk April 24, 2022

A concert at the Met 7 p.m. at 1000 Fifth Ave. $25 per ticket Attend a concert by Angélique Kidjo, a Beninese singer and activist known for her creative songs and music...

Micro Memoir - Thoughts on the Hudson River Valley Aqueduct

Micro Memoir – Thoughts on the Hudson River Valley Aqueduct

Maxine Flasher-Duzgunes, Under the Arch Voices Editor December 5, 2019

blue stone quarry  morning  thirty-seven  on the icy gravel dike   these glacial acid lakes upstate, pure where fish die lacking green   dusty...

‘In the Dream House’ is Carmen Maria Machado’s engrossing memoir about domestic abuse. (Via Graywolf Press)

‘In the Dream House’ Haunts and Enchants

In her latest book, Carmen Maria Machado depicts her experience of domestic abuse in an enthralling subversion of the memoir genre.
Julie Goldberg, Books &.Theater Editor November 4, 2019

With “Her Body and Other Parties,” Carmen Maria Machado established herself as a writer of inimitable talents. In her memoir, she brings all the same cards to the same table,...

Hillary Clinton's book signing at the Union Square Barnes & Noble drew a huge crowd for the chance to meet the former candidate.

Hillary Clinton Book Signing at Union Square Barnes and Noble

Natasha Roy, Assistant Managing Editor September 12, 2017
A number of NYU students were among the hundreds of Hillary Clinton supporters waiting patiently to get copies of her new memoir signed at the Union Square Barnes and Noble.
courtesy of Joan Marcus via Lincoln Center Theater

‘Act One’ suffers from lackluster script

May 1, 2014
The production is aided by solid performances from Santino Fontana and Tony Shaloub.