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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

Participatory Budgeting good for residents

WSN Editorial Board April 16, 2015
NYC Participatory Budget week is an excellent opportunity for residents to vote on local issues, and should be better advertised.

Hundreds protest police brutality

Amanda Morris, Contributing Writer April 15, 2015
Protesters took to the New York City streets as part of a national movement protesting police brutality.
Eric Stromberg, CEO and co-founder of Oyster, speaks with students during the CEO Exclusive of Tech@NYU’s Startup Week. Stromberg was featured in Forbes’ 30 under 30.

Startup Week highlights technology, design at NYU

Amanda Morris, Contributing Writer April 8, 2015
This week is Tech@NYU's Startup Week, which brings innovators in NYC tech to NYU students.
There is a lot of work to do before taking the keys to a new apartment.

Tips for finding your next apartment

Nina Jang, Deputy Features Editor March 26, 2015
The search for an apartment may seem daunting and overwhelming but by keeping a few tips in mind, the process will become immensely easier.

Non-citizen voting step in right direction

WSN Editorial Board March 26, 2015
New legislation to allow non-citizens with legal immigration status to vote in NYC municipal elections will allow for more inclusive voting that is reflective of NYC's diverse population.
Affordable housing policy must be reworked

Affordable housing policy must be reworked

Kenny Kyunghoon Lee, Contributing Columnist March 24, 2015
With current state rent stabilization laws set to expire soon, NYC should rethink affordable housing subsidies in order to more effectively support residents that actually need the help.
New Yorkers must adjust to coyotes

New Yorkers must adjust to coyotes

Zahra Haque, Staff Writer March 23, 2015
Urban coyotes are a new problem in the city, and New Yorkers should be educated on how to live with them.

This Weekend: Feb. 13 to 15

Dhriti Tandon, Staff Writer February 12, 2015
If you're looking for things to do this Valentine's weekend, check out this list for some inspiration.
Subway dates on the MTA might be a little different from the train scene in "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind".

Movie-inspired dates for Valentine’s Day

Sarah Kim, Contributing Writer February 12, 2015
For those who wish to create a memorable Valentine's day with their significant other but are completely out of inspiration, why not borrow some date ideas from the top romance films?

‘Cash only’ outdated, frustrating

Gabrielle Gussin, Contributing Columnist February 12, 2015
Cash-only businesses should update to accept credit and debit cards; otherwise they are harming their businesses.

Real estate needs further regulation

WSN Editorial Board February 10, 2015
Wealthy foreign money buying up NYC real estate through shell companies drives up housing prices and worsens the affordable housing problem. De Blasio must do more about this.

Heavy-handed blizzard response justified

WSN Editorial Board January 29, 2015
Reaction to blizzard justified despite underwhelming outcome.