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

Washington Square News

SIMÒ PIZZA opened their second location in Greenwich Village on Tuesday. Simone Falco, the founder of the restaurant, came to New York from Naples, Italy with the goal of bringing people together with classic Neapolitan pizza. (Image courtesy of Francesco Sapienza)

SIMÒ PIZZA: Transporting New Yorkers to Naples in 90 seconds

SIMÒ PIZZA recently opened its second location in Greenwich Village. The pizzeria offers New Yorkers Neapolitan-style pies at affordable prices.
Gabby Lozano, Dining Editor September 2, 2021

Move over, Joe’s: a new pizza shop just opened in the Village, and they’re promising to sling classic Neapolitan pizzas at $10 a pie.  SIMÒ PIZZA opened its second location...

Bill de Blasio is the king of New York. (Staff Illustration by Marva Shi)

Off-Third: Happy Alumni Weekend From Bill de Blasio

The NYU alumnus and self-proclaimed king of New York may not have been invited to NYU’s Alumni Weekend, but that’s not stopping him from advocating for his alma mater’s students.
Abby Hofstetter, Opinion Editor October 28, 2019

Happy Alumni Weekend from Off-Third, WSN’s satire section. Try not to take us too seriously. Bill de Blasio is the king of New York. At least that’s what he tells me. We’re...

Joe's Pizza is a common late night snack destination for NYU students. (Courtesy of Joe's Pizza)

10 Late Night Food Options for the City That Never Sleeps and Is Always Hungry

If you’re not going to sleep, you might as well eat.
Calais Watkins, Staff Writer December 4, 2018
If you’re not going to sleep, you might as well eat.
NYU students support the men's and women's soccer teams at a doubleheader on Oct. 12. (Photo by Belle Lu)

NYU Soccer Ignites School Spirit

A recap of the NYU Men's and Women's doubleheader on Oct. 12 with special promotional events including free NYU pride t-shirts and pizza.
Belle Lu, Contributing Writer October 15, 2018

Donning college sweaters, sipping hot chocolate from deli cups, huddling together with friends on the bleachers, NYU students cheered on the home team players as they sprinted...

The Dollar Slice is Undervalued

The Dollar Slice is Undervalued

Jasem Alzaabi, Contributing Writer September 5, 2018
The once essential dollar slice in New York City is quickly disappearing, and with it goes a unifying standard in New York dining.
At Brooklyn Clay Industries, you can learn how to throw your own pottery and learn about the ceramic process.

Learn Something Outside of NYU

Laura Rubio, Staff Writer December 4, 2017
In a city full of amazing classes to take, don't spend all your time locked up in an NYU classroom.
People are first welcomed to Little Italy by the sign arching over the street. There is a variety of Italian food available in the neighborhood.

Explore With Me: (Not So) Little Italy

Liv Chai, Staff Writer November 27, 2017
Come explore Little Italy with us.

On Wednesday Oct. 4, St. Anthony’s Church hosted the Slice Out Hunger event. At $1 per ticket, people could get up to ten tickets and get one slice of pizza from any of the 66 vendors that participated.

Slice Out Hunger

Caroline Zemsky, Staff Writer October 10, 2017
A pizza event for charity took place at St. Anthony's church this past wednesday.
&pizza just opened on Broadway and Astor Place and offers a number of personal pizzas, as well as a create your own option at an affordable price. (Photo by Polina Buchak)

&pizza Makes Its Mark

Amelia McBain, Contributing Writer October 2, 2017
&Pizza opened a new spot in Astor place on Oct. 3. The restaurant is not only minutes away from NYU, but also cares about sustainability, supporting local artists and giving you an unforgettable pizza experience.
Pizza Clash

Pizza Clash

Natasha Roy, Assistant Managing Editor September 25, 2017
Pizza is a New York staple that is a crowd favourite. Our Assistant Managing Editor tried the pizza stores around campus and rated them, so you don't have to go around New York and find a good pizza spot!
A venetian sandwich from Tramezzini.

Out of Borough Adventures: Brooklyn

Alyssa Kelly, Staff Writer September 14, 2017
Venture outside of Manhattan and cross the Brooklyn Bridge to explore the Borough of Trees.
Driverless Pizza Changes Dynamic

Driverless Pizza Changes Dynamic

Adryan Barlia, Deputy Opinion Editor September 5, 2017
People would have to pay attention to their phones more, physically have to leave their homes to approach an empty car, and figure out the payment process from automated screens set up in the car's exterior — a list of inconveniences. Pizza delivering is great and will continue to be great, so no need for replacements.