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

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Panorama Day Two Brings Janet Jackson Super Fans and A Cappella Performances

Panorama Day Two Brings Janet Jackson Super Fans and A Cappella Performances

Pamela Jew, Managing Editor of Under the Arch July 29, 2018

In a sea of Janet Jackson fans waiting for who they lovingly refer to as “mother,” the muddy, sinking ground below was the only reminder of yesterday’s midday cancelation....

VHS Collection Talks Upcoming Album and Favorite New York Hot Spots

VHS Collection Talks Upcoming Album and Favorite New York Hot Spots

Pamela Jew, Managing Editor of Under the Arch June 16, 2018

WSN: How do you guys think your set went? James: Pretty good. Nils: Well. WSN: How long have you guys been working on your on-stage chemistry? Nils: It’s been about three...


Apartments in New York and London. side by side.

A New Yorker in London

Taylor Elizabeth Rogers, Contributing Writer April 29, 2018
New York and London may share a common language and a cosmopolitan mindset, but lifestyle differences are hidden underneath these similarities.
Tasty is a Buzzfeed brand known for fun, simple, and attractive recipe videos commonly seen on Facebook and Twitter.

Food Videos: Useful or Just Entertaining?

Celina Khorma, Staff Writer April 16, 2018
It's a known fact that college students have a rough time taking care of themselves. With the abundance of food videos on different social media platforms, are college students really learning how to cook through them?
Fryguys, a trendy East Village french fry shop.

Restaurants in the Age of Social Media

Scott Hogan, Staff Writer April 15, 2018
Many restaurants have found themselves at the mercy of food social media. The guys behind Fry Guys tell us how they were able to maneuver around that.
An NYU student enjoys a popsicle on the steps of an apartment building on 12th Street.

Want Food Quick? Put It on a Stick

Celina Khorma, Staff Writer April 2, 2018
It was "Something on a Stick Day" on March 28, so we deemed it only appropriate to roundup the very best foods on a stick to find in the city.
Staff Rants: Astrology, Texting While Walking and Sidewalk Rage

Staff Rants: Astrology, Texting While Walking and Sidewalk Rage

Tyler Crews, Yasmin Gulec and Liv Chai March 26, 2018
This week our staff is feeling especially angry. Perhaps it is because Mercury went into retrograde, or maybe it is just a part of being a New Yorker.
March for Our Lives in Central Park on Saturday, Mar. 24.

Students Mourn Friends, Demand Government Action on Gun Violence

Jemima McEvoy and Sakshi Venkatraman March 26, 2018
WSN staff members attended the New York and Washington, D.C. marches to speak with demonstrators and document the events' highlights.
Fund the Hudson Rail Tunnel

Fund the Hudson Rail Tunnel

March 5, 2018
Donald Trump has declared his decision not to fund the Gateway Program — a multi-billion dollar plan to replace the rail tunnel under the Hudson River. This move is entirely political.
Urbanspace in Midtown offers a variety of breakfast options including classy oyster menu, Mexican breakfast and, of course, the classic New York Bagel.

Where to Break Fast for Breakfast on Campus

Carina Pansch, Contributing Writer February 26, 2018
Something considered as the most important meal of the day deserves more attention then what students give it. From the dining halls to a few places off campus, find time fo breakfast.
Making a New York Cheesecake from a family recipe.

Family Matters: New York Cheesecake

Joanna Pisacone, Contributing Writer February 26, 2018
The first recipe to commence our new series, Family Matters where we share sacred family recipes. This week we have grandma's cheesecake, a New York and Pisacone family staple.
For Some NYU Students, New York Is Enough

For Some NYU Students, New York Is Enough

Natasha Roy, Managing Editor-at-Large February 26, 2018
NYU has 14 global locations throughout every corner of the world, yet, many students choose to spend their full four years in New York City; why?