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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

The Importance of Student Leadership

The Importance of Student Leadership

Shraddha Bhavesh Jajal, Contributing Writer October 11, 2017
The best way for everyone to have a voice is to bridge the gap between student government and the student body.
SNL Structure Needs Update

SNL Structure Needs Update

Allison De La Bastida, Contributing Writer October 11, 2017
But one sketch, of one impersonation, from a non-cast member cannot be the sole reason of SNL. If it wants to keep on more than surviving on TV it’s due for some structural change, and fast before Baldwin gives up the Trump gig.
Israel Anti-Boycott Act Inhibits Free Speech

Israel Anti-Boycott Act Inhibits Free Speech

Benjamin Zinevich-Rodríguez, Contributing Writer October 10, 2017
The defensive use of “free speech” on campus has carried just as much nuance as it does when invoked by your racist uncle on Thanksgiving.
Positive Cambridge Gender Policy Change

Positive Cambridge Gender Policy Change

WSN Editorial Board October 10, 2017
If someone has the qualifications to get into a specific university, they should be admitted, regardless of gender identity. This basic fact is something that far too many people have taken for granted over the years.
Can Mark Zuckerberg Protect Us From Ourselves?

Can Mark Zuckerberg Protect Us From Ourselves?

Alison Zimmerman, Contributing Writer October 5, 2017
This past election showed us the true nature of the Facebook beast and its ability to influence the American electorate, and the trend shows no sign of ceasing.
The New Structure of Government is a Step Forward for NYU

The New Structure of Government is a Step Forward for NYU

WSN Editorial Board October 5, 2017
Ultimately, this change in allowing more student voices to join the dialogue on important decisions made throughout the school takes a more multifaceted approach to inclusivity at NYU.
Time to Take a Step Forward With Gun Control

Time to Take a Step Forward With Gun Control

Jacob Bass, Contributing Writer October 5, 2017
I was dumbfounded by how normative our current reality has become. Over the past decade or so, it has become an unfortunate expectation of the United States to be met by the news of yet another devastating, yet avoidable, tragedy.
Revaluation of Frats is Needed

Revaluation of Frats is Needed

Jan Alex, Contributing Writer October 2, 2017
As a university community and as a country, we all need to be willing to engage in a constructive discussion on how to regulate frats without denigrating their existence.
Democrats Calling for Unity Isn’t Enough

Democrats Calling for Unity Isn’t Enough

Melanie Pineda, Staff Writer October 2, 2017
By not taking a strong stance on border patrol policies, and on race-driven issues such as police brutality, the Democratic Party is practically begging for division rather than the ‘unity’ they have been desperately calling for since the 2016 Presidential election.
Elon Musk’s Global Spaceship Is Impressive, But Unrealistic

Elon Musk’s Global Spaceship Is Impressive, But Unrealistic

Adryan Barlia, Deputy Opinion Editor October 2, 2017
From electric cars to underground roadway systems to the colonization of Mars, Elon Musk has set his mind to the most ambitious and exciting ideas of the modern age, with his most high-reaching idea yet — international travel space ships.
Fashion Photographers Deserve Fair Pay

Fashion Photographers Deserve Fair Pay

Carine Zambrano, Deputy Opinion Editor October 2, 2017
Street style has always been controversial in the fashion industry. The outfits seen at the door of Fashion Week shows are almost, if not entirely, as influential as the clothes models wear on the catwalk.
NYUAD’s Continual Issues Are Troubling

NYUAD’s Continual Issues Are Troubling

WSN Editorial Board October 2, 2017
NYU must decide whether they want to be the university of diversity, equity, and inclusion, that it claims to be. The days of turning a blind eye are over.