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

Washington Square News

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

Washington Square News

Zachary Fine, class of 2015, was chosen to receive the Rhodes Scholarship.

Q&A: NYU alum Zachary Fine talks his Rhodes Scholarship, art history

Diamond Naga Siu, Staff Writer December 2, 2015
A Q&A with Zachary Fine, a 2016 Rhodes Scholarship recipient and NYU alumnus.
Mayor Bill De Blasio spoke at a rally for solidarity with the victims of the Paris terrorist attacks on Nov. 14.

Public Safety faces ISIS threats

Momachi Pabrai, Contributing Writer November 23, 2015
New York City has been on high alert since last weeks terrorism attacks in Paris.
NYU joins 200+ American colleges and universities in support of sustainable actions both local and international.

NYU signs pledge to slow climate change

Greta Chevance, Staff Writer November 23, 2015
NYU and more than 200 hundred other universities signed the American Campuses Act on Climate Pledge to demonstrate their support for action against climate change.
ohn Sexton gave an opening speech for the University-wide conversation on issues of race and diversity on campus in the Coles Sports and Recreation Center on November 18, 2015.

Talks on diversity receive mixed feedback from students

Lexi Faunce and Christine Wang November 23, 2015
NYU students have mixed feelings about the university's actions in the wake of last Wednesday's forum on race and inclusion.
On Nov. 18, Mayor de Blasio proposed a $2.6 billion plan to combat the homeless issue in NYC and to provide aid to those who need it.

De Blasio creates plan for housing to combat homelessness

Tegan Mosugu, Contributing Writer November 23, 2015
Mayor Bill de Blasio announced a multi-billion dollar plan to create housing for the homeless.
The exterior of the Silver School of Social Work. (WSN File Photo)

Starbucks CEO makes donation to Silver for veteran education

Ludovica Grieco, Staff Writer November 17, 2015
Howard Schultz, Starbucks CEO, donated $300,000 to a scholarship for veterans.
Universities around the country have shown support for the students at Missouri.

Mizzou protests find support at NYU

Carmen Russo, Staff Writer November 16, 2015
NYU students, and others across the country, are standing in solidarity with the students at Mizzou, Yale and Ithaca.

Crime Log: Nov. 7 to 13

Justine Morris, Deputy News Editor November 16, 2015
A weekly recap of campus crime.
A workshop on cyber security careers for women took place at this year's Cyber Security Awareness Week.

Thousands attend Tandon’s cyber security awareness week

Tegan Mosugu, Contributing Writer November 16, 2015
A recap of Cyber Security Awareness Week at Tandon.
The Washington Square Arch was lit up to mirror the flag of Paris following last year's attacks on the Charlie Hebdo headquarters. A new HBO documentary looks back on the tragic days.

NYU shows solidarity with Paris after Friday attacks

News Team November 16, 2015
An overview of Friday's attacks in Paris.
Contrary to popular belief, nutrition labels on menus do not particularly alter people’s food choices.

Study says calorie counts ineffective

Thomas Peracchio, Staff Writer November 16, 2015
A new NYU study shows that calorie counts on menus barely affect consumers choices.
Students vocalized their dismay towards a feeling of anti-Palestinian culture within the NYU Law School on Friday.

Vigil held for citizens of Palestine

Thomas Peracchio, Staff Writer November 9, 2015
Law students held a vigil on Friday for the dehumanization of Palestinians, both overseas and within the NYU Law School.