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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

Looking For Your First Apartment

Emily Bell, Editor-At-Large February 25, 2016
Finally moving off campus? Don't go into your apartment hunt clueless, you'll regret it.
The collaboration between Rihanna and Puma is one of many celebrity/designer duos hitting the market.

Celebrity Collaboration in Fashion Sparks Obsession and Imitation

Natalia Barr, Staff Writer February 11, 2016
Today there are a myriad of celebrity collaborations popping up throughout the industry. But does this compromise the style and integrity of these labels?
JSong International Fall/Winter 2016

JSong International Fall/Winter 2016

Diamond Naga Siu, Deputy News Editor February 10, 2016

JSong International’s colorful, bold and playful runway show mimicked the rising phoenix, going above and beyond expectations.  Chinese designer Way Zen found this show...

Future is preparing to go on tour in support of his new mixtape "Purple Reign," released last month. He is shown performing in Toronto in 2014.

Future to Perform at This Year’s Violet 100 Concert

Zach Martin, Arts Editor February 9, 2016
Future will be coming to Terminal 5 on Feb. 24 in a concert exclusively for NYU students.
Support for Sanders Soars With Social Media, Rally on Saturday

Support for Sanders Soars With Social Media, Rally on Saturday

Lexi Faunce, News Editor January 30, 2016
Bernie Sanders supporters rallied around the presidential candidate's message in major U.S. cities on Saturday.
Study Finds Fresh Water Access in School Reduces BMI

Study Finds Fresh Water Access in School Reduces BMI

Thomas Peracchio, Staff Writer January 29, 2016
NYU Langone researchers found a connection between implementing water jets in New York public schools and students' lowering their BMI.
Students often have their own shortcuts while crossing Washington Square Park.

Go inside the Washington Square Arch without leaving your home

Alex Bazeley, News Editor November 30, 2015
The NYC Department of Parks and Recreation gave Periscope viewers an inside look at the Washington Square Arch.
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.
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.
A look at the interior of Wednesday's findings.

NYU Reacts: Tomb under Washington Square Park

Diamond Naga Siu, Staff Writer November 12, 2015
Members of the NYU community shared their reactions to the bodies that were discovered during construction near Washington Square Park.

[VIDEO] Consent law wording confuses

Diamond Naga Siu, Staff Writer November 9, 2015
NYC has a new confirmative assent law, but do NYU students know what that means?
Remains found in a burial vault near Washington Square Park are believed to date back to the 19th century.

Burial vault unearthed by construction on campus

Alex Bazeley, News Editor November 5, 2015
Construction on a water main near Washington Square Park uncovered skeletal remains from at least a dozen people.