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

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

Washington Square News

NYU Must Pay Attention to Misogynistic Culture

NYU Must Pay Attention to Misogynistic Culture

WSN Editorial Board November 1, 2017
The system of ethics that Tisch teaches its students will stay with them throughout their careers. The school should take this opportunity to speak out and set the standard that to remain silent is to be complicit and to be complicit is unacceptable.
Featuring drag queens Brita Filter, Jasmine Rice, Holly Boxsprings, Ritzy Bitz, Jada Valenciaga, Jan Sport, Rosé and Lagoona Bloo, Once Upon A Drag, a costume and performance party for kids of all genders and ages, was held at NYU Skirball on Oct. 29.

Drag​ ​Fairytales​ ​at​ ​NYU​ ​Skirball

Devanshi​ ​Khetarpal, Staff Writer October 31, 2017
"Once Upon a Drag" took place at NYU Skirball and saw drag queens reinterpreting fairy tales for today's children.
The Spooky Issue

The Spooky Issue

Andrew Heying, Opinion Editor October 30, 2017
Check out this week's spoooky stories about what haunts the streets and students of NYU.
NYU Tisch Alum, Sonali Argade, sits down with WSN staff to discuss the new release of her EP after spending two years battling Chronic Lyme Disease. “Forever” is now available on all major streaming services.

Sonali Argade’s ‘Forever’ New Sound

Satish Reginald, Staff Writer October 30, 2017
WSN spoke with Tisch alum Sonali Argade about her new single "Forever."
NYU Tandon is home to a new Future Labs incubator, aiming to help tech startups transform into successful companies.

Tandon’s Future Labs Supports Tech Startups

Natalie Chinn, Staff Writer October 30, 2017
NYU Tandon's Future Labs is a private-public startup incubator that nurtures tech startups for two years.
An unrolled joint lays on top of an NYU students homework. (Photo by Veronica Liow)

Study, Drugs and NYU

Kieran Brown, Contributing Writer October 30, 2017
Drugs have long been a part of NYU's culture. But is it time to take a step back and reflect?
Before heading to NYU London, here are a few tips you should know to get a head start.

Four Things I Wish NYU Told Me Before I Studied Abroad in London

Taylor Nicole Rogers, Abroad Editor October 27, 2017
Studying abroad in London next semester? Here are four things you should know.
A new device for vaping is taking over the NYU campus among students, the juul. New York Governor Andrew Cuomo’s new bill bans vaping in public indoor areas or anywhere smoking is already prohibited, as this might affect students on campus.

Juul Electronic Cigarettes: The Biggest New Craze on Campus?

Alex Domb, Deputy News Editor October 27, 2017
With the increased usage of e-cigarettes comes a new craze: the Juul. NYU students have mixed feelings about one of the biggest e-cigarettes on campus.
NYU Should Stop Neglecting Rights of our Unsung Heroes

NYU Should Stop Neglecting Rights of our Unsung Heroes

WSN Editorial Board October 27, 2017
Even if disagreements are present, NYU should at least open its doors to conversations and respond in a timely manner, rather than failing to comply with the union’s demands.
Multi-Factor Authentication Will Do More Harm Than Good

Multi-Factor Authentication Will Do More Harm Than Good

Melanie Pineda, Staff Writer October 27, 2017
Multi-Factor Authentication is a waste of time that is bound to disrupt class times and study sessions, as well as create a new level of stress on the student body that could easily be avoided.
Birthright, a free 10-day educational heritage trip that sends Jews to Israel, is receiving backlash for not adhering to certain aspects of Israel’s history.

The Opposition to Birthright at NYU, Explained

Aya Ouda, Contributing Writer October 25, 2017
The NYU chapter of Jewish Voices for Peace speaks out against Birthright.
NYU Needs to Respond to Challenges With Increased Transparency

NYU Needs to Respond to Challenges With Increased Transparency

WSN Editorial Board October 25, 2017
NYU has been dealing with some of the issues arising on campus, but they aren't telling anyone about it. We need to know what is and isn't being done.