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

Washington Square News

Two people sitting on a circular bench talking to each other with their backpacks on a floor of black-and-white geometrically patterned tiles at Bobst Library.

How to know if you’re going on a study date or a date-date

Here’s the not-so-scientific method of figuring out whether or not it’s time to love or grind.
Charles Roth-Douquet, Contributing Writer October 5, 2022

On top of a pink checkered picnic blanket is a white tote bag with black decorations and a gold scarf with pink stars. On top of the tote bag is a round pink music speaker.

Ring in spring with the perfect picnic

National Picnic Day is this Saturday. Our guide will help you curate that Instagram-worthy charcuterie board, or at least arrange your Sidestein snacks.
Roksaneh Salartash, Contributing Writer April 22, 2022

As the cherry blossoms bloom and the days grow longer, NYU students are flocking to Washington Square Park to enjoy the warmer weather. There’s nothing better than celebrating...

Crying just makes you all the more cinematic when you sit on one of these. (Staff Photo by Sirui Wu)

Ranked: Places to cry in NYC

No, this isn’t a cry for help (yet), but thanks for your concern!
Sabrina Choudhary and Joey Hung October 18, 2021

It’s that time of year, babes. Whether midterm season is stressing you out or the changing weather is taking its toll on your mental health, now is the time to let those feelings...

(Photo by Natasha Fenga)

Flying Solo Couture S/S 2020

September 9, 2019

Read more of WSN’s New York Fashion Week coverage here. Email Natasha Fenga at [email protected].

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.
The Parks Issue

The Parks Issue

Kaitlyn Wang, Features Editor September 25, 2017
A guide to finding some fresh air in New York City that's not just Washington Square Park.
Meet the Locals Issue

Meet the Locals Issue

Laura Shkouratoff and Rachel Buigas-Lopez, Creative Directors September 11, 2017
Take a closer look at the familiar faces in Washington Square Park, from the Birdman to the artist that covers the walkways with chalk.
The Hudson River is a great outdoor study spot for students in New York City.

Staff Recs: Best Outdoor Study Spots

It's nearly time for finals, but the sun beckons — the only rational solution? Study outside.
A view of the lake at Jinqiao Park in Shanghai near the Jinqiao Residence Hall.

Shanghai: A Walk in the Park

Matthew Gibson, Contributing Writer March 7, 2016
NYU Shanghai student Matthew Gibson takes a walk through Jinqiao Park as the weather finally begins to brighten up.
People gathered in Union Square in 2015 for one of the many rallies for Black Lives Matter that occurred regularly throughout the year. Tisch Professors Andromache Chalfant and Donyale Werle recently resigned in protest tied to the Black Lives Matter movement, citing a lack of diversity within their department. (Photo by Christian Forte)

Black Lives Matter still going strong with October call to action

Alex Bazeley , News Editor October 20, 2015
Three Black Lives Matter events just got announced for this week in NYC for #RiseUpOctober, which will culminate in a big rally in WSP on Saturday.

Crime Log: Oct. 15 to 16

Christine Park, Staff Writer October 20, 2014
Weekly round-up of crime in and around NYU's Washington Square Campus.
NYU plans to build on the superblocks shown above as part of the 2031 Expansion Plan.

Court lifts hold on 2031 plan

John Ambrosio, News Editor October 15, 2014
The three strips land were ruled to not be implied park land by appellate court, and can now be used by NYU as a part of the 2031 expansion plan.