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

Washington Square News

Mirai Nagasu: Not an Immigrant, But Still Gets the Job Done

Mirai Nagasu: Not an Immigrant, But Still Gets the Job Done

Janice Lee, Contributing Writer March 2, 2018
Asian American athletes at the 2018 Pyeongchang Olympics are still seen as foreigners, despite the fact that they are representing America.
Don’t Murder The Murderer

Don’t Murder The Murderer

Dasha Zagurskaya March 2, 2018
Marjory Stoneman Douglas school shooter should not receive capital punishment.
What Does Gothamist Reopening Mean for Local News

What Does Gothamist Reopening Mean for Local News

Diego Maguina Razuri, Staff Writer March 1, 2018
Gothamist is resuming publication and fans are thrilled. However, the Gotahmist's reopening also raises questions around the future of local journalism.
Social Media Is Dying

Social Media Is Dying

Alex Pienkowski, Contributing Writer February 28, 2018
Social media is no longer social. Sites such as Facebook have become more preoccupied with video content instead of prioritizing social connections between its users.
Free Adobe Suite Will Boost NYU’s Creative Edge

Free Adobe Suite Will Boost NYU’s Creative Edge

Wayne Chen, Staff Writer February 28, 2018
NYU should pay for students to have access to Adobe Creative Cloud to improve students' design and editing skills as well as giving them a creative edge.
The Hypocrisy of Vaping

The Hypocrisy of Vaping

Mert Erenel, Staff Writer February 27, 2018
People who vape are hypocritical in viewing their vice as healthier and superior to cigarette smoking.
We Don’t Hate How NYU Handled Lipton Hate Symbols

We Don’t Hate How NYU Handled Lipton Hate Symbols

WSN Editorial Board February 26, 2018

Following incidents of hateful vandalism in its second floor lounge, Lipton Residence Hall’s administration team swiftly addressed the issue with the degree of seriousness that...

Fashion Must Be More Conscious

Fashion Must Be More Conscious

Ignangeli Salinas-Muñiz, Contributing Writer February 26, 2018
Fashion must be more environmentally conscious, and labor standards within the fashion production industry must be improved.
Walkouts Won’t Convince Congress to Grant Student Safety

Walkouts Won’t Convince Congress to Grant Student Safety

Dasha Zagurskaya, Contributing Writer February 26, 2018
Student walkouts will not stop mass shootings.
NYU Must Cut Ties With Aramark

NYU Must Cut Ties With Aramark

Aramark's insensitive Black History Month menu, among other company shortcomings, proves that NYU must find a new food provider.
WSN Editorial Board February 23, 2018
NYU's food service provider, Aramark, served a racially insensitive Black History Month meal on Wednesday, and that's just the most recent of the company's violations. NYU needs to end it's contract with Aramark now.
More Resources Needed for Roommate Relations

More Resources Needed for Roommate Relations

WSN Editorial Board February 21, 2018
NYU's Office of Residential Life and Housing Services must establish programs to teach its residents how to deal with a distressed roommate.
Don’t Discredit This Opinion

Don’t Discredit This Opinion

Victor Porcelli, Contributing Writer February 20, 2018
We as humans rely on our ability to interpret, perceive and infer in our everyday lives. So why are opinions –– an extension of this interpretation –– seen as unnecessary?