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

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

Washington Square News

Allie Rubeck spent her winter break in Abu Dhabi, as part of the Presidential Honors Program.

Global Breaks at a Global University

Faith Gates, Deputy Features Editor January 23, 2017
As school starts up and students see their classmates again, everyone will be asking, “So how was your break?” This month off school is used differently for many NYU students. Students may relax, travel, spend time with their family or take J-term classes.
Dubai Abulhoul is a senior majoring in political science and has been researching the effect of gender roles in politics at NYU Abu Dhabi.

Senior Nabs Rhodes Scholarship for Political Advocacy

Maria Ann Puertas, Contributing Writer December 5, 2016
WSN sits down NYU Abu Dhabi Senior Abdullah Abulhoul who was awarded a Rhodes Scholarship.
Promote a Global Network Without the Issues Lawsuit Spotlights

Promote a Global Network Without the Issues Lawsuit Spotlights

WSN Editorial Board October 5, 2016
Despite the Tisch Asia lawsuit and the NYU community’s legitimate concerns regarding expansion, the university’s campuses abroad are a valuable asset and should be maintained.
Changes in Faculty and Staff from the 2009-2010 to 2014-2015 academic school year.

How NYU’s Student Demographics Have Changed

Audrey Deng, Deputy Managing Editor May 2, 2016
If we want to measure just how NYU is changing, student demographics are the place to start.
During the annual Sila Connection conference, students from NYU and St. John's University competed to solve a challenge in a local community.

Students’ Social Impact Organization Targets Local Communities

Ludovica Grieco, Staff Writer April 4, 2016
Students competed in this year's Sila Connection's conference to propose solutions to health and education concerns in New York City.
Hamilton Needs a Long-Term Affordability Plan

Hamilton Needs a Long-Term Affordability Plan

WSN Editorial Board February 22, 2016
Hamilton’s proposals set a good short-term precedent for his administration, but in light of Sexton’s leftover projects, the direction that Hamilton will eventually take the university is still unclear.
President Andrew Hamilton sent an email to all students stating that NYU is a sanctuary campus.

NYU’s New President Talks the Corporate University, Diversity and the Future

Alex Bazeley, Editor-in-Chief February 4, 2016
NYU President Andrew Hamilton discussed what he'd like to make a priority at NYU as he steps into his new shoes.
Was it worth it, President Sexton?

Was it worth it, President Sexton?

WSN Editorial Board December 7, 2015
Hamilton should refocus the university’s mission on its responsibility to the wider community and to future students, not to shareholders.
Cheryl Mills worked with NYU for its Abu Dhabi negotiations while Hillary Clinton was Secretary of State.

Former Clinton chief of staff negotiated for NYUAD

Carmen Russo, Contributing Writer October 13, 2015
Cheryl D. Mills, Hilary Clinton's top aide, worked on NYU Abu Dhabi negotiations while Clinton was secretary of state.
Andrew Ross, Professor at NYU calls for more transparency from the university after attempts to revoke his travel ban have been unsuccessful.

Prof. Andrew Ross asks for NYUAD transparency

Kati Garrity, Contributing Writer September 28, 2015
A follow-up story on NYU professor Andrew Ross who was banned from entering the UAE earlier this year for "security reasons."
Protesters rally outside of Bobst for the compensation of Abu Dhabi workers affected by labor rights violations on Friday.

NYU student activists rally in support of Abu Dhabi workers

Marita Vlachou, News Editor May 1, 2015
The NYU Abu Dhabi Justice Coalition held a rally in support of Abu Dhabi workers on May Day.
Courtesy of NYUAD

UPDATE: Report issued on NYUAD labor conditions

Alanna Bayarin and Marita Vlachou April 19, 2015
An update to the recently released report on the labor violations at the NYU Abu Dhabi campus.