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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

Social Media: The Enemy of Body Positivity

Social Media: The Enemy of Body Positivity

Alison Zimmerman, Deputy Opinion Editor March 19, 2018
Eating disorders are on the rise and social media may be to blame.
Be a Conscious Traveler

Be a Conscious Traveler

Paola Nagovitch, Deputy Opinions Editor March 19, 2018
Cruises and all-inclusive resort vacations can be fun and relaxing, but travelers should know the environmental and social consequences.
Bumble’s Hive Mind Predicament

Bumble’s Hive Mind Predicament

Janice Lee, Contributing Writer March 19, 2018
Bumble banned pictures of guns in dating profiles, a move that it claims is not politically motivated. However, politics and dating are inherently connected, so Bumble must recognize the implications of its actions.
Opioid Epidemic Starts With Corrupt Doctors

Opioid Epidemic Starts With Corrupt Doctors

Tyler Crews, Opinion Editor March 19, 2018
NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing professor Holly Hagan recently discussed the negative role of doctors in the Opioid Crisis. While President Donald Trump is concerned with building his wall, the doctors on the inside are overprescribing drugs to their patients
When in Doubt, Listen to the Forecast

When in Doubt, Listen to the Forecast

Wayne Chen, Staff Writer March 9, 2018
NYU put students and faculty at risk by staying open Wednesday morning during the early stages of the storm.
A Response to ‘Here’s a Tip, Don’t Tip Your Waiters’

A Response to ‘Here’s a Tip, Don’t Tip Your Waiters’

Beth Sattur, Staff Writer March 7, 2018
We should tip servers even if we want employers to raise the minimum wage. Withholding tips from servers will not fix the problem.
The 2018 Oscars: The Year Diversity Won

The 2018 Oscars: The Year Diversity Won

Alison Zimmerman, Deputy Opinion Editor March 7, 2018
Abandoning their tradition of favoring white men, this year's Oscars finally acknowledged and awarded deserving individuals regardless of gender, race or sexuality.
Companies Have Values, Just like People

Companies Have Values, Just like People

Victor Porcelli, Staff Writer March 6, 2018
Should companies have a voice in politics? Despite current objections, the answer is yes. Companies have values and the right to free speech, just as citizens do.
Staff Rants Feb. 27 – March 6

Staff Rants Feb. 27 – March 6

WSN Staff March 6, 2018
Staff Rants are back and they are here to stay! Check in every Tuesday to see what our staff is complaining about. This week, it seems that our staff is fed up with the student experience here at NYU, as well as the absence of Kobe Bryant beverages.
Don’t Underestimate the Power of Resistance

Don’t Underestimate the Power of Resistance

Paola Nagovitch, Deputy Opinion Editor March 5, 2018
Peaceful protests have the power to enact policy change. The Stoneman Douglas High School students are the face of gun reform in the U.S.
Reclaim Women’s History Month

Reclaim Women’s History Month

Ignangeli Salinas-Muñiz, Staff Writer March 5, 2018
We must reclaim Women's History Month. Students should take advantage of Women's History Month events around NYC and NYU.
Georgia’s Unjust Spiritual Shield

Georgia’s Unjust Spiritual Shield

Victor Porcelli, Staff Writer March 4, 2018
The Georgia SB-375 bill utilizes religion as an excuse to discriminate, reducing same-sex couples to second-class citizens.