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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

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Opinion: NYU can’t be IRL on a campus built to prevent congregation

The university’s new device-free initiative preaches connection from an administration that designed its campus to halt large gatherings.
Mehr Kotval, Editor-at-Large February 25, 2026

Last month, President Linda Mills announced NYU IRL: a new initiative promoting device-free spaces on campus and encouraging students to connect with one another offline. The program...

The aftermath of a burst pipe in the C2 level of Third Avenue North residence hall. (Neil Tawney for WSN)

Opinion: As NYU’s campus expands, so do its facilities problems

The university is pouring money into campus growth projects while failing to address persistent maintenance and living issues.
Grace Penny, Staff Writer February 11, 2026

Across the board, NYU students have grown increasingly irritated with the poor conditions of student dorms and facilities. In January 2026, mice were reported in the Paulson Center....

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Opinion: NYU’s funding recovery isn’t a complete success

Pivoting to private donors only leads to the commercialization of research and loss of work in critical fields.
Serin Lee, Deputy Opinion Editor November 21, 2025

At last week’s University Senate meeting, Chief Research Officer Stacie Grossman Bloom lauded NYU for its so-called complete recovery from federal cuts to research funding. In...

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Guest Essay: When it comes to contract faculty, NYU has no ‘peers’

NYU relies on contract faculty far more than the private universities it considers peers. CFU-UAW’s collective bargaining agreement must reflect that reality.
Elisabeth Fay, Guest Contributor November 11, 2025

Elisabeth Fay is a clinical associate professor in CAS, and an elected member of CFU-UAW’s Bargaining Committee. My union, Contract Faculty United - United Auto Workers, has...

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Editorial: The work has just begun

Zohran Mamdani’s victory proved that the city is ready for change, but it’s up to New Yorkers to see it through.
WSN Editorial Board November 5, 2025

After a race characterized by constant doubt and fearmongering, mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani’s victory feels like the end of a long, tumultuous road. For years, the Democratic...

(Kiara Mujica and Allina Xiao for WSN)

Opinion: Professors, give us the syllabus

By posting their syllabi on Albert class registration pages, professors can avoid the exodus of students fleeing an unexpectedly heavy course load.
Serin Lee, Deputy Opinion Editor November 4, 2025

Tensions are at an all-time high as students approach the NYU bi-annual battle to the death that is course registration. Beyond the usual praying for class availability, the frantic...

The first floor of Bobst Library. (Alex Woodworth for WSN)

Opinion: NYU’s study spaces prioritize aesthetics over access

NYU needs to stop focusing on how study spots look and start offering more places for work.
Annika Wilewicz, Deputy Opinion Editor November 3, 2025

Step into nearly any NYU building, you’ll find the same patterns: glossy surfaces and designer furniture that cost more than most students’ rent. The Paulson Center’s expansive...

Students protest Nike outside of the NYU Bookstore in 2024. (Courtesy of Pay Your Workers NYU)

Opinion: Students need to step up for factory workers

NYU's chapter of Students for International Labor Solidarity is fighting for fair working conditions and a university that doesn't fold to big corporations.
Lyra Dean, Contributing Writer October 24, 2025

Right now, students need your help campaigning against a contract that brings clothes made in a sweatshop straight to the NYU Bookstore. Students for International Labor Solidarity...

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Opinion: Keep protesting, it’s vital

The students of NYU should keep using their education and privilege to champion the rights of the defenseless. Preventing injustice is more important than preventing inconvenience.
Jesse Schumann, Contributing Writer October 22, 2025

On Monday, WSN published an opinion piece condemning student protestors at NYU. A contributing writer, Becky Flanagan, claimed that this small group of her peers are “ruining...