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

Washington Square News

Sanna Marin, wearing a black dress, stands behind a glass podium which has a microphone attached to it. The podium has the emblem of the Finnish government on it. There is a blue wall behind her, with the logo of the Fnnish government printed on it.

World’s ‘coolest prime minister’ to speak at NYU commencement

Sanna Marin, the prime minister of Finland — dubbed the “coolest” by German news outlet Bild — will deliver the university’s commencement address at Yankee Stadium this May.
Abby Wilson, Managing Editor March 22, 2023

Sanna Marin, the prime minister of Finland, will address graduates and receive an honorary degree at NYU’s 2023 all-university commencement ceremony. Nobel laureate chemist from...

An illustration of a person sitting on a suitcase holding her phone. Text on the phone reads “FLIGHT CANCELLED.”

Travel horror stories: What not to do

Three students studying at NYU Florence share their travel disasters, and offer tips for how to avoid making the same mistakes.
Josie Leach, Staff Writer March 21, 2023

One of the most appealing aspects of studying abroad is the ability to constantly travel. While some dislike the pressure to travel, weekend excursions and day trips make the average...

A hand holding a prosciutto sandwich, wrapped in paper.

All’Antico Vinaio: A taste of Florence in NYC

All’Antico Vinaio is known for paninis made with authentic ingredients straight from Italy. Check out the famous Florentine sandwich shop in Greenwich Village and Midtown.
Roksaneh Salartash, Staff Writer March 8, 2023

When my semester abroad at NYU Florence comes to an end, there are many things I’m going to miss about living in this beautiful place — the art on every corner, the lush green...

A model in a gray turtleneck and a white skirt who is holding a black shoulder bag at the 2023 E.E.N.K. Paris Fashion Week show.

EENK’s latest collection presents an elevated take on classic silhouettes

EENK debuted its Fall/Winter 2023 collection in its second solo show with the theme “X for the letter X,” a representation of the unknown and undefined.
Sydney Barragan, Editor-at-Large March 7, 2023

EENK presented its 2023 Fall/Winter collection amidst the simple layout of La Salle Wagram, a historic auditorium. A two-piece, inflatable archway — the work of Korean sculptor...

Several clothes entangled with white chains hang from the ceiling at RizRiz’s show at Paris Fashion Week 2023.

Paris Fashion Week: RizRiz displays the liberty of loose attire

The RizRiz installation by Yunxia Zhang was a simple yet poignant take on creativity and liberty through loose and versatile pieces.
Lindsey Hirano, Staff Writer March 6, 2023

For the first time in the past five and a half years, Yunxia Zhang hosted the RizRiz official Paris Fashion Week exposition. This year’s installation,“Liquide vs. Chaine,”...

Baye walking in a striped black-and-white top with black pants at the Nehera fashion show.

Paris Fashion Week: NEHERA exudes power and beauty

The brand debuted a new seasonal collection at Paris Fashion Week, featuring ready-to-wear staples in dark colors.
Raiya Haque, Contributing Writer March 4, 2023

An illustration of two hands touching, holding two small figures by strings made of leafy vines. One of the figures is a woman wearing a long blue dress, a head covering and a veil, and the other is a man wearing a long yellow garment and a yellow hat with brown shoes. They are linking arms.

First Comes Marriage, Then Comes Love

Arranged marriages are often presumed to be cold by nature, but my family taught me how loving they truly are.
Safia Ahmad, Contributing Writer February 26, 2023

An illustration of a woman with reddish brown hair wearing a green sweater, looking at herself in a mirror. There are stars and hearts drawn on the mirror, a piece of tape over the right top corner that reads "Slay Queen," and post-it notes that read "You are enough," "Be Kind to Yourself," "Believe in Yourself," "Love Yourself" and "I am Fearless!"

The F-Word

Summer Campbell, Contributing Writer February 26, 2023

A wide shot of Brittany Hall from across the street.

Ranked: Dorm Hookup Spots

Loving an ex from a distance is not only possible, but can also teach you about yourself.
Jules Hasler, Contributing Writer February 26, 2023

Two people making a heart with their hands together in Washington Square Park. They are wearing matching friendship bracelets.

Friends, Not Lovers

Romance gets the bulk of the attention when it comes to love. What about platonic love? We should be valuing the love we have for our friends and treating our friendships more like our relationships.
Kara Pauley, Contributing Writer February 26, 2023

An illustration with a dark gray background shows a couple drawn onto the pages of a book. They are back to back against different landscapes — a woman wearing a purple sweater and jeans is shown against a New York City landscape at night, and a man wearing an orange shirt and jeans with red shoes is shown against a college town. The book is torn down the middle.

Does Distance Make the Heart Grow Fonder?

Loving an ex from a distance is not only possible, but can also teach you about yourself.
Marisa Sandoval, Contributing Writer February 26, 2023