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

Washington Square News

Former Knicks forward Kristaps Porzingis was traded to the Dallas Mavericks following a tense meeting with the organization on Thursday. (via Flickr)

Kristaps Porzin-Gone: Another Lost New York Knicks Treasure

In a blockbuster move that shocked the league, the New York Knicks traded their rising superstar, Kristaps Porzingis, to the Dallas Mavericks.
Zach Han, Sports Editor February 4, 2019

And just like that, the Knicks’ superstar has left the Big Apple. With the NBA trade deadline approaching, the biggest basketball news of the week came at the expense of the...

Brian Cheng is a Tisch sophomore, studying Film & TV. He was born with cerebral palsy and had been using a wheelchair to help him move around his entire life. For Cheng, navigating NYU's Washington Square campus can be challenging when it comes to older buildings with worse wheelchair accessibility. (Photo by Katie Peurrung)

Overcoming Inaccessibility

Due to the lack of appropriate infrastructure, navigating around the NYU campus while using a mobility aid can be a challenge for students.
Anna-Dmitry Muratova, Under The Arch Deputy Editor January 28, 2019

Brian Cheng’s decision to attend NYU was not based exclusively on his academic successes or the school’s reputation. When the time came to apply for college, Cheng’s main...

The storefront for Generation Records on Thompson St.

In the Village, Generation Records Banks on a Future for Vinyl

The owner of Generation Records in the Village discusses the current state of vinyl and the legacy of the artistic hub.
Jude Zhu, Contributing Writer October 30, 2018
The owner of Generation Records in the Village discusses the current state of vinyl and the legacy of the artistic hub.
View of Time Warner Center from Columbus Circle. Time Warner Center houses CNN's headquarters and was evacuated after the discovery of the device. (via wikimedia.org)

Students Recount Their Experiences With the CNN Bomb Scare

Meghna Maharishi and Victor Porcelli, Deputy News Editors October 24, 2018
NYU students and alumni who work at CNN's New York headquarters were shaken by a bomb scare Wednesday morning. The incident comes at a time of increasing international animosity towards journalists.
Small pumpkins displayed in Union Square Farmers Market. (Photo by 
Kai Kobori-Hotchkiss)

Take Your Pick: Where to Pick Pumpkins and Apples This Fall

Looking for a fun fall adventure to go on with your friends? Try one of these farms or orchards for pumpkin picking, corn mazes and petting zoos.
Arin Garland, Contributing Writer October 17, 2018

Fall is here in New York City; the air is crisp, and the smell of warm apple cider and pumpkin spice lingers in the air. As the leaves change from vibrant greens to warm reds and...

Erin Peden sits with her friends at Dragcon.

Die Hard Fans Dress to Impress at DragCon

Fans of RuPaul's Drag Race dressed to impress at DragCon last weekend.
Tess Tamar, Contributing Writer October 2, 2018
Fans of RuPaul's Drag Race dressed to impress at DragCon last weekend.
A cone of Mr. Softee ice cream.

An Island Getaway Close to Home

Jasem Alzaabi, Columnist September 27, 2018
Head over to the historic Governors Island before winter hits.
Outdoor Flea Markets to Frequent This Fall

Outdoor Flea Markets to Frequent This Fall

Gia Araujo, Contributing Writer September 25, 2018
Find your new fall wardrobe at these nearby flea markets.
A quiet street in London.

London Is Not the New York of Europe

Bethany Allard, Contributing Writer September 24, 2018
Although London is often called the New York of Europe, this writer believes the two cities shouldn't be compared.
On the left is a room in Coral Tower Residence Hall in New York; on the right is a room in a residence hall of NYU Shanghai.

Big Apple vs. Small Shanghai

Amy Qi, Contributing Writer September 17, 2018
Studying at NYU Shanghai is a completely opposite experience than studying in New York. Learn more about how the two campuses differ.
My Love Battle With New York City

My Love Battle With New York City

Lying to my friends and family at home about enjoying New York City hindered me from seeking a solution to my stress.
Natasha Roy, Staff Writer August 31, 2018
Lying to my friends and family at home about enjoying New York City hindered me from seeking a solution to my stress.
Rubin residents lie on temporary cots during the heat wave.

Heat Wave Displaces Rubin Hall Residents

Rubin Hall residents were temporarily moved to cots during the heat wave.
Victor Porcelli, Deputy News Editor August 29, 2018
New York City is in the midst of a heat wave with temperatures in the mid-90s. Rubin Residence Hall, infamous for its lack of air conditioning, is asking residents to sleep in other residence halls or the air-conditioned study lounge for the hot night ahead.