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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

Recently, bills that restrict teaching critical race theory have been introduced in 27 states. In a city as diverse as New York, education about racism is extremely important. (Staff Illustration by Manasa Gudavalli)

Opinion: Opponents of critical race theory fail to understand its design

The rage against critical race theory comes from a place of ignorance. Education about racism is essential for students of all ages.
Alexis Tretschok, Staff Writer September 10, 2021

Over the summer, Republican legislators commenced a new phase in the ongoing debate regarding how to teach history classes about our nation's controversial policymakers. In June,...

Anger over undocumented students misguided

WSN Editorial Board, Editorial Board November 24, 2014
Regardless of opinions on immigration policy, passions must be tempered with pragmatism.
Graphic by Cicek Erel and Lyanne Natividad

Latinos in New York

April 2, 2014
New York public schools are the most segregated in the nation, the state failed to pass the DREAM Act and Mexican-Americans in New York City struggle to finish high school.
New York State public schools suffer from segregation

New York State public schools suffer from segregation

Kavish Harjai, News Editor April 2, 2014
A recent report found the New York state has the highest number of segregated public schools in the country.