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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

Mayor Bill De Blasio spoke at Bellevue Hospital on Sunday to address concerns about ebola.

NYU Reacts: Ebola in New York City

Alanna Bayarin, Staff writer October 27, 2014
NYU students react to New York City's Ebola response.
Celebrity treatment of fans inexcusable

Celebrity treatment of fans inexcusable

Miranda Lichtman, Contributing Columnist October 27, 2014
Occurrences of celebrities being rude to their devoted fans is inexcusable.
NYU Reacts: Legality of Airbnb questioned

NYU Reacts: Legality of Airbnb questioned

Larson Binzer, Deputy News Editor October 21, 2014
NYU reacts to a recent report ruling 3/4 of NYC airbnb locations illegal.

Crime Log: Oct. 15 to 16

Christine Park, Staff Writer October 20, 2014
Weekly round-up of crime in and around NYU's Washington Square Campus.

Campaign aimed toward New Yorkers beneficial

WSN Editorial Board, Editorial Board October 16, 2014
There are different ways to experience NYC.
Mick Royale performs during the event's first live set.

BowieBall features glitter, extravagant outfits

Cicek Erel, Web Managing Editor October 15, 2014
Blazing lightning bolts and vermilion mullets electrified the downtown underground for the ninth annual BowieBall on Oct. 12. Nightlife impresario and fashion designer Deryck Todd hosted the David Bowie-themed bash at local music and art venue Le Poisson Rouge. The charity event honored the glam rock legend and fashion icon by inviting guests to revel in their unique eccentricities amid glitter and glitz.
University should strengthen smoking policy

University should strengthen smoking policy

Matthew Tessler, Contributing Columnist October 15, 2014
The fight against smoking must continue relentlessly, starting with NYC and NYU officials supporting anti-smoking efforts.

NYC’s Ebola plan reassures residents

WSN Editorial Board, Editorial Board October 15, 2014
The precautions NYC officials have taken against Ebola should reassure residents.

[VIDEO] Op-Ed Live: Street Harassment

October 13, 2014

Opinion Editor Christina Coleburn and Managing Editor Dana Reszutek discuss street harassment and catcalling. The video is moderated by Deputy Opinion Editor Omar Etman. It...

NYC finds balance between privacy, safety

WSN Editorial Board, Editorial Board October 8, 2014
NYC has put an end to a possible smartphone tracking program. This is a step in the right direction for NYC in balancing personal privacy with public security.
Screenshot of digital.nyc

De Blasio announces creation of tech hub

Suebin Kim, Contributing Writer October 6, 2014
Mayor Bill De Blasio launched the Digital.NYC program this past week. Digital.NYC is a program meant to provide a place for "start-up innovators and grad students to angel investors and venture capitalists," to develop their ideas.
This Weekend: Oct. 3 to 5

This Weekend: Oct. 3 to 5

Hannah Treasure, Features Editor October 2, 2014
Here are our top picks for events around NYC this weekend.