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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

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

Washington Square News

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?
The New York City skyline at sunset.

Looking Back

Maddie Howard, Sports Editor February 25, 2018
Adaptation is a double-edged sword. Moving back to New York City’s city bustle can be just as difficult as leaving the Big Apple.
An NYU student shows off her jewelry.

Call Me Daddy

Marisa Lopez, Contributing Writer February 19, 2018
NYU is the third fastest-growing sugar baby school. What is it like to be a sugar baby? Why do people do it? Read more to find out.
The street sign on the corner of 11th Street and Fourth Avenue.

Signs and the City

Joanna Pisacone, Contributing Writer February 14, 2018
There is so much history and culture in NYC that signs go unnoticed.
Wasserman offers many resources to help you gain your dream internship.

8 Tips for Finding that Summer Internship

Mayu Ranganathan, Contributing Writer February 14, 2018
It is time to apply for internships! Here are some tips.
Mardi Gras celebrations in New Orleans, Louisiana, include many colorful costumes and parades.

Let the Good Times Roll with Mardi Gras

Tianne Johnson, Contributing Writer February 12, 2018
Mardi Gras is coming up on February 13.
Boating at the Lake in Central Park. Central Park is one relaxing spot that offers a peaceful escape from the chaos of Manhattan.

Escaping Manhattan’s Mayhem

Rashida Najmudeen, Contributing Writer February 8, 2018
It's easy to get overwhelmed by New York City's fast-paced way of life. Here are some places you can escape the city without leaving it.
HQ trivia host Scott Rogowsky.

HQ: The Game That Is Taking Over NYU

Tyler Crews, Opinion Editor February 7, 2018
HQ is a trivia game that is currently blowing up around the US.
Woman with a septum piercing. Staff writer Faith Marnecheck got a similar piercing recently.

From the Inside Out: Holier’ Than Thou

A perennial trend within the world of beauty, tattoos and piercings have been in vogue since some of the earliest civilizations. Arguably one of the most personal forms of of self expression, tattoos and piercings serve not only an aesthetic decoration but also an internal and intimate function as well. WSN will be profiling students who choose to alter their bodies in the name of beauty, and learn about their experience getting pierced or tattooed.
Faith Marnecheck, Contributing Writer February 7, 2018
Mutilate Me is a series all about tattoos and piercings. This week our writer talks about getting her septum pierced.
RoomZoom CEO Elien Becque. Room Zoom is a a matchmaking app for roommates.

Turning Roommate Horror Stories Into Fairy Tales

Laura Rubio, Staff Writer February 7, 2018
RoomZoom is a matchmaking app for people looking for roommates. WSN sat down to talk with the CEO, Elien Becque
The Troubles of Rolling Around the Big Apple

The Troubles of Rolling Around the Big Apple

Diego Maguina Razuri, Contributing Writer February 6, 2018
NYC lacks transportation resources and amenities for people with disabilities and senior citizens in wheelchairs.
Salome Ramirez, a CAS junior part of the Hurricane Maria Assistance Program, discusses the struggles her and her family went through during the national disaster. Ramirez continues her studies in journalism at NYU with a minor in Psychology.

Starting Fresh after Hurricane Maria

Jendayi Omowale, Staff Writer February 5, 2018
Salome Ramirez is one of the many Puerto Rican students who were offered a scholarship by the Hurricane Maria Assistance Program