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

Washington Square News

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Musician Sloane Simon on finding harmony in community

The frontwoman of the 2024 UltraViolet Live Best Group Performance winner and a Clive Davis first-year, Sloane Simon spoke with WSN about how interpersonal connection has grounded her musically.
Dani Biondi, Staff Writer April 4, 2024

Clive Davis first-year Sloane Simon conquered her awkward phase in middle school by landing music gigs at local restaurants. Simon performed covers ranging from Frank Sinatra to...

A white neon sign with the word COZMOS hanging over an image of a young boy and girl holding bunnies. It is behind a glass wall beside an open door.

NYU artists break barriers at new East Village art show

Seven NYU students showcase their work at the “Connected Cozmos” exhibition at the Cozmos art gallery and store.
Shiphrah Moses, Social Media Editor October 24, 2023

Artist SOLA wears a flowery black-and-nude top and black yoga pants and holds a microphone and laughs on stage.

R&B-pop artist SOLA discusses debut EP ‘Everything In Between’

NYU senior SOLA talks about her journey as a musician and the release of her debut EP ‘Everything In Between’
Paree Chopra, Contributing Writer December 13, 2022

As a music business major at the Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development, Jessica Omokheyeke, aka SOLA, has the drive and passion for all things music. “Everything...

The Arts Issue

The Arts Issue

March 11, 2022
The spring 2022 Arts Issue presents five New York City arts collectives — from jazz to skateboarding to magazines, we explore how art brings people together.
Gallatin sophomore Sam Slocum (left) and CAS sophomore Skyler Knapp (right) started their band, Been Stellar, while in high school. Now, they live together with fellow bandmate Tisch sophomore Nando Dale (center) in Gramercy Green Residence Hall. (Photo by Alana Beyer)

Getting Creative in the Bedroom

They say you shouldn’t mix work and home life, but for these students, that’s impossible. After all, their roommates are their collaborators.
Bela Kirpalani, Deputy Managing Editor February 21, 2019

Been Stellar Not everyone gets the chance to go to the same school as their best friend. Gallatin sophomore Sam Slocum got lucky. Born and raised just outside of Detroit,...

Steinhardt junior Eddy Henriquez.

Eddy and Swami Sound Join Forces for ‘PiNK’

Kamau Little-Tree Holston, Contributing Writer March 5, 2018
Swami Sound is back with more heat for these cold winter months. This time he’s linked up with rapper Eddy for their genre-blending collaborative Valentine’s Day release “PiNK.”
What We’re Listening To: NYU/NYC Artists

What We’re Listening To: NYU/NYC Artists

Gilchrist Green, Music Editor April 18, 2017
Check out these current NYU artists and NYC locals playing fiery music influenced by the city.