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

Washington Square News

An NYU Divest petition encouraging people to withhold donations from the university has gathered more than 100 signatures.

Student group calls for halt in donations until NYU divests

Ludovica Grieco, Staff Writer November 4, 2015
NYU Divest launched a petition that encourages people to withhold donations from the university unless is divests.
Frederick Wiseman's latest film, “In Jackson Heights,” explores the diversity of the Queens neighborhood.

‘In Jackson Heights’ director Frederick Wiseman talks gentrification

Tony Schwab, Staff Writer November 3, 2015
Frederick Wiseman's "In Jackson Heights" explores the intense cultural diversity of the Queens neighborhood. WSN spoke with Wiseman about gentrification robbing neighborhoods of local personality and his documentary style.

[UPDATE] ‘Ban the Box’ scores victory with New York City law

Alex Bazeley, News Editor November 3, 2015
A law that went into effect last week will prevent NYC employers from asking about past criminal convictions until the final stages of the hiring process.
Private equity corporation Blackstone Group acquired Stuyvesant Town-Peter Cooper Village for about $5.3 billion.

Stuy Town sale promises more affordable housing

Momachi Pabrai, Contributing Writer October 28, 2015
Stuyvesant Town, the popular housing location for NYU students, will be allocating nearly half its apartments for middle-class residents.
Take advantage of the amazing Open Access sites that you can visit this weekend, free of charge through Open House NYC.

This Weekend: October 16-18

Natalia Barr, Staff Writer October 14, 2015
Relief from midterm exams stress.
Piercings are a way to express style, but they are endeavors that require research and care.

Safe piercing tips for broke college students

Karen Kandelman, Contributing Writer September 29, 2015
While they are no doubt a source of fun and style, piercings are endeavors that require research and care, even for those with several piercings already.

Artist draws attention to drone strike casualties

Dan Moritz-Rabson, Contributing Writer September 22, 2015
An artist set up red cups in Washington Square Park to represent those killed in drone strikes in countries in the Middle East.

Journalism students to cover papal visit with social media app

Diamond Naga Siu, Contributing Writer September 22, 2015
NYU's journalism school is teaming up with social multimedia app Evrybit to broadcast the Pope's visit to New York City.
Bartsch was well known on the NYC nightlife scene in the 1980s for the extravagant, crazy parties she threw.

Club icon’s edgy style on view at FIT

Fashion Underground: The World of Susanne Bartsch opened at the Museum at FIT on Sept 18.
Natalia Barr, Staff Writer September 21, 2015

In the midst of a dark room covered in graffiti, a cartoonish figure holding a sign that reads, “It’s show time” welcomes guests to “Fashion Underground: The World of Susanne...

Fall food festivals in New York City

Avia Hawkins, Contributing Writer September 18, 2015
Expand your culinary horizons at these fall food events.

Get your ‘gram on with these NYC views

Alex Bazeley, News Editor August 29, 2015
Some of the best views this city has to offer.

New York City libraries deserve funding

WSN Editorial Board April 22, 2015
Funding to update NYC public libraries should prioritize classes and technology over books.