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Washington Square News

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

Washington Square News

A hand holds a cup of coffee with foam on top. The cup is white and the person holding the coffee is wearing a beige coat.

Opinion: College hyperproductivity culture normalizes caffeine addiction

In the city that never sleeps, students will do anything to stay awake.
Manami Yamano, Contributing Writer March 6, 2023

Every morning, hundreds of NYU students stop at Pret A Manger, Starbucks, or any one of the other countless coffee chains in the city to purchase their constant companion and faithful...

The COVID-19 Productivity Trap

The COVID-19 Productivity Trap

Dealing with a global pandemic is difficult enough without the added pressures of being as productive as possible at home.
Helen Wajda, Deputy Opinion Editor April 1, 2020

Since I started social distancing a few weeks ago, I’ve found myself surrounded by tips for how I can maximize this time all over Twitter and Instagram — from people posting...

People enjoying the weather in Washington Square Park. While not stereotypically productive, it can be beneficial for the body and mind to go for a walk. (Photo by Katie Peurrung)

The Problem With Productivity

When we base our self-worth solely on our productivity, we lose sight of everything else that makes us who we are.
Hope Rangaswami, Columnist April 30, 2019

We’ve got a productivity problem. Checking off items on our to-do lists is strangely euphoric, and suspiciously addictive. While getting things done isn’t a bad thing, there’s...

Many NYU students struggle with getting the right balance of sleep, study, and social life. (Photo by Jake Quan)

SSS or SOS: How Students Balance Their Sleep, Studies and Social Life

How to sail the stormy seas of the Bermuda triangle of college life.
Valerie, Stepanova April 4, 2019

Bobst has been your home for the past six hours. The only human interaction you've had is when the girl across from you asked you to watch her stuff and when the Postmates delivery...

Creating the proper habits, such as studying, can improve students' daily lives. (Photo by Marva Shi)

Yes, You Really Should Call Your Mom Today

Call your mom or hit the gym today. Either way, it’s the right time to start putting the things that actually matter first.
Sarah John, Deputy Opinion Editor March 28, 2019

Today, I looked at my to-do list and realized that I had been meaning (and failing) to call my cousin for quite a while. It’s hastily scribbled down on multiple to-do lists throughout...

The Death of the Hobby Is Sadder Than We Think

The Death of the Hobby Is Sadder Than We Think

People today pursue hobbies at lower rates, and that has more significant implications than one would expect.
Sarah John, Contributing Writer November 19, 2018
People today pursue hobbies at lower rates, and that has more significant implications than one would expect.
These four free apps will help to simplify your life.

Apps to Make Your Life a Breeze

Shivani Agarwal, Contributing Writer March 27, 2018
Here are some apps that will help you organize your life
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Stern students host interactive campaign for Google on campus

April 28, 2014
A group of Stern students hosted an event as part of an advertising campaign for Google known as Life, Uninterrupted.