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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

With a turnaround this season, New York F.C. challenges the New York Red Bulls for New Yorkers’ hearts.

Soccer Culture on the Rise in NYC

Lorenzo Gazzola, Contributing Writer October 31, 2016
New York is a city ripe with sports teams and rabid fandoms, but New York-based soccer teams have always come up a bit short. Now, with two teams, a rivalry may create greater fan support.

“Manchester by the Sea,” starring Casey Affleck, is one of many tragic films featured in the 54th New York Film Festival.

NYFF Week 2: The Contrasting Reasons for Sadness in Daily Life

Ethan Sapienza, Film Editor October 4, 2016
Between Ava DuVernay's "13th" and Kenneth Lonergan's "Manchester By the Sea," this week's films at New York Film Festival exhibited the varying flavors of sorrow.
Members of both the Men and Women’s Track Team competed at The College of New Jersey and University of Pennsylvania this past weekend.

Track Splits Team Between Four Competitions

Ashley Arnold, Staff Writer May 2, 2016
New Jersey and Pennsylvania were the sights of exciting action on the track this weekend, as the Violets competed at the Penn Relays and Lions Invite.
Qizhi Wong was the NYU Men’s golf team’s top performer on Saturday.

Golf Dodges Inclement Weather, Plays Well

Michael Thompson, Sports Editor April 11, 2016
Families gathered and seniors were honored at the NYU Spring Invitational in Bloomfield, NJ this weekend.
NYU Track & Field team runner, Nathaniel Picard-Busky, ran hard through tough conditions to place third in the steeplechase.

Track Team Gets Split Between Two Meets Over Weekend

Tony Schwab, Contributing Writer April 11, 2016
It was another busy weekend for the track teams, who sent participants to events in New York and New Jersey.
Sophomore Chase Corbett finished the game last night with a career high of 12 kills.

Volleyball Overpowered by Rutgers-Newark

Michael Thompson, Sports Editor March 30, 2016
In a valiant effort, the NYU volleyball squad fell to a dominant Rutgers-Newark team.
Jorge Maldonado was one of several NYU students who broke their personal records.

Track Goes to Raleigh for Easter Weekend

Ashley Arnold, Staff Writer March 28, 2016
The NYU track and field teams traveled from North Carolina back to New Jersey, competing in two events.
NYU fell to Montclair State University this weekend, ending the games 11-10 and 10-7.

Softball Drops Pair of Close Games

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor March 28, 2016
17 runs in two games wasn't enough for the NYU softball team as they were swept by Montclair State University on Saturday.
Chris Christie Poisons New Jersey with Lead, Self

Chris Christie Poisons New Jersey with Lead, Self

Shiva Darshan, Staff Writer March 28, 2016

Failed presidential candidate and reviled governor Chris Christie made an inglorious return to New Jersey without a single delegate in favor of his campaign. Back in the Garden...

Karissa Zubulake pitched excellently for the NYU Women's Softball team's win against Rutgers-Newark.

NYU Softball’s Winning Streak Continues

Michael Thompson, Sports Editor March 24, 2016
The bats stayed hot for the NYU softball team, who made it four wins in a row against Rutgers-Newark.
Even New Jersey Is Too Good for Chris Christie

Even New Jersey Is Too Good for Chris Christie

Shiva Darshan, Staff Writer March 7, 2016
Governor Chris Christie's neglect of his home-state constituents has gone on long enough.

Volleyball Bounces Back With Win Against NJCU

Michael Thompson, Sports Editor February 29, 2016
The men's volleyball looked to avoid a letdown on Thursday against New Jersey City University.