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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

In an interview with WSN John C. McGinle, revisits his pre-fame, college days at NYU’s Tisch Acting program.

Alum Q&A: John McGinley looks at life before and after ‘Scrubs’

Aicha Fall, Contributing Writer October 26, 2015
The October Alumni Feature sits down with John C. McGinley, NYU Tisch alumnus of '84.
Tischies should stand out to succeed in TV

Tischies should stand out to succeed in TV

Tegan Joseph Mosugu, Staff Writer October 18, 2015
Between floundering viewership and numerous big-name failures, daytime TV needs innovation and fresh ideas. No one is in a better position to deliver these ideas than Tisch students.
ICP hosted a discussion on the evolution of journalism in today’s digital age.

Neo-photojournalism: storytelling through the lens of a smartphone

Abigail Weinberg, Contributing Writer October 7, 2015
The International Center of Photography hosted "The Representation of War—From Capa to Instagram," a panel that explored how the digital age is affecting journalism.
Electronic Sound Outfit, also known as E.S.O., is a DJ duo made up of Nick Kohler and Alex Blanton, both NYU students who played in a lot of gigs around the city.

The musician’s guide to scoring the gig

Natalia Barr, Staff Writer October 7, 2015
Tips on how to land a gig for aspiring artists from fellow students.
Freeheld is a 2015 American drama film directed by Peter Sollett, NYU alumni.

NYU alum Peter Sollett talks ‘Freeheld’

Dejarelle Gaines, Contributing Writer October 5, 2015
WSN spoke with "Freeheld" director Peter Sollett about the film, his time at Tisch and "Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist."
Theater community should embrace color-blind casting

Theater community should embrace color-blind casting

Nishad More, Contributing writer September 22, 2015
NYU has more actors currently on Broadway than any other school, and so we must make sure fair casting practices can thrive outside of the classroom as well as within.
NYU Tisch Photography and Imaging’s second thesis show will feature 17 graduating senior’s work, beginning on March 26.

Tisch photo students showcase BFA work

Benjamin Mok, Staff Writer March 22, 2015
Preview of Show Two (March 26 - April 28), an exhibition by 17 graduating Tisch seniors from the class of 2015 at the NYU Tisch Department of Photography & Imaging.
Class with Michael Stipe blends media, art

Class with Michael Stipe blends media, art

Nina Jang October 27, 2014
Overseen by Michael Stipe, lead singer of R.E.M., the "New Sights, New Noise" class's exhibition has opened dialogue between NYU students, faculty and members of the art community.
Student to make directorial debut

Student to make directorial debut

Tejas Sawant October 20, 2014
Muse of Fire, a play written and directed by Tisch freshman Jake Rosenberg, is set to have its maiden performance on Oct. 29 at the Manhattan Repertory Theater.
Bruce Li, Kate Tsang, Jingyang Cheng, Shan Jin, Yulin Liu and Min Ding present their films at Quad Cinema on Oct. 9.

Film tour features Tisch students

Wenjie Kong, Contributing Writer October 16, 2014
The North America Chinese Directors Short Film Tour showcased four Tisch students at Quad Cinema on Oct. 10.
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NYU community mourns alumnus Philip Seymour Hoffman

Clio McConnell and Ife Olujobi February 2, 2014
Oscar-winning actor and NYU graduate Philip Seymour Hoffman died unexpectedly on Sunday, Feb. 2.
Tisch students deserve more performance space

Tisch students deserve more performance space

November 13, 2013
Despite NYU's prestigious arts program, the university fails to provide adequate performance spaces for its students to showcase their work.