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Washington Square News

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

NYU students pack Bobst Library as they brace for midterm month.

Converting Sound Pollution Into White Noise

Alice Li, Contributing Writer May 1, 2017
Before moving to New York, many NYU students are inclined to believe that it is possible to find peace and quiet in the City that never sleeps. Contrary to what movies like Breakfast at Tiffany’s depict, it is impossible to take a quiet solitary walk down Fifth Avenue.
NYU professors paired with the Ohio State University researchers to examine how the noise pollution effects the city and its inhabitants.

NYU Moves Forward with Study of City Noise

Maria Torres, Contributing Writer November 18, 2016
Researchers from NYU and The Ohio State University are gathering data on noise levels in New York City.
Courtesy of Sasha Leshner

Ultimate irony: College students complain about SoHo noise

October 11, 2012
Students should not forget that merely weeks ago, they were the ones patronizing the bars and restaurants that SoHo residents were complaining about at a recent Community Board 2 meeting.
Courtesy of Susannah B. Troy

SoHo locals criticize restaurants’ noise level

Nicole Brown October 9, 2012
Residents gathered at a Community Board 2 meeting to discuss the excessive late night noise coming from restaurants and bars surrounding Broome Residence Residential Hall.