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

Washington Square News

Graduates pose for photos with friends and family outside the Barclays Center where Tandon's graduation ceremony just took place.

NYU Tandon School of Engineering Commencement ’18

Bela Kirpalani, Deputy Sports Editor May 15, 2018

In the same stadium where the likes of Jay-Z, Paul McCartney and Beyoncé have performed, a new show was getting underway. On Tuesday morning, the famed Barclays Center served...

Dean of the Silver School of Social Work Neil Guterman making his first address as the newest dean of the school.

Silver School of Social Work Commencement ’18

Alejandro Villa Vásquez, Copy Chief May 15, 2018

Located in the tranquil neighborhood of Morningside Heights, United Palace hosted the Silver School of Social Work’s 2018 Commencement. Upon entering, it becomes obvious...

President Andrew Hamilton addresses graduates and their families at the College of Global Public Health commencement ceremony held in The Town Hall in midtown.

College of Global Public Health Commencement ’18

Natasha Roy, Managing Editor-at-Large May 15, 2018

Bagpipes blared as 350 students graduating from the College of Global Public Health’s undergraduate, graduate and doctorate programs filed into The Town Hall in midtown Manhattan...

The Program Board’s new YouTube series “NYU PB ASKS” hits the streets to find out what NYU students are binging and listening to.

Program Board Launches New YouTube Series

Anubhuti Kumar, Highlighter Editor April 16, 2018
NYU Program Board Lectures Chair Kavi Wijayaratne launches a new YouTube series. "NYU PB ASKS," digging into the entertainment interests of the NYU community.
Stern junior Jack Walter in a game against RPI on April 8.

Weekly Sports Update: April 1 to April 8

Warner Radliff and Bela Kirpalani, Deputy Sports Editors April 9, 2018
An update on all things NYU Athletics over the past week.
An NYU swimmer at the 2018 S & D Senior Ceremony on Jan. 27.

The Hidden Injuries of Athletes

Bela Kirpalani, Deputy Sports Editor April 9, 2018
On top of the physical challenges of being a student-athlete come the lesser discussed mental health issues suffered by those who practice sports at the college level. WSN talked to a handful of college athletes to learn more about these hidden struggles.
Steinhardt junior Diana King in Washington Square Park. King excels as pitcher and centerfielder for the softball team.

Diana King, Queen of the Softball Field

Bela Kirpalani, Deputy Sports Editor April 2, 2018
Softball player promotes healthy lifestyle via Instagram.
A referee uses VAR to make a call during a game.

Video Assistant Referee in the 2018 FIFA World Cup

Bela Kirpalani, Deputy Sports Editor March 26, 2018
Students are split on the use of Virtual Assistant Referees in soccer.
Hamilton’s Affordability Project is Commendable But Inadequate

Hamilton’s Affordability Project is Commendable But Inadequate

Beth Sattur, Contributing Writer February 8, 2018
President Andrew Hamilton's Affordability Steering Committee's most recent efforts to make NYU more affordable are insufficient.
The NYU Combined Campaign is a charitable giving program that allows NYU faculty, staff, and administrators to contribute directly to the NYU Community Fund and the United Way of NYC in support of local nonprofit organizations near NYU's campuses, as well as throughout the five boroughs.

Faculty Raises Money For Charities

Jendayi Omowale, Staff Writer December 4, 2017
During the holiday season, the NYU Combined Campaign allows faculty and employees to donate to the Community Fund to benefit neighboring nonprofits.
Here are a few tips for NYU students to know before going to NYU Florence. The architecture and preservation of the city is one of the highlights that make the landscape unforgettable.

Four Things I Wish NYU Told Me Before I Studied Abroad in Florence

Veronica Liow, Multimedia Abroad Editor December 1, 2017
Studying abroad in Florence next semester? Here are four things you should know before you go.
On Nov. 7 the Verbatim Performance Lab released a mock debate between Matt Lauer and Kellyanne Conway. The lab is famous for then switching the genders of the debaters.

Verbatim Performance Lab Interrogates Interview

Amelia McBain, Staff Writer December 1, 2017
Steinhardt professor Joe Salvatore created the Verbatim Performance Lab, which creates reenactments of scenarios like a presidential debate or an on-air interview with a twist: the lab switches the genders of the people involved.