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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

Ferguson shooting signals need for police demilitarization

Miguel Coronado, Contributing Columnist September 11, 2014
The Ferguson shooting should inspire Americans to critically examine race relations and police demilitarization.

Careless reporting misconstrues ‘I, Too, Am NYU’ editorial

April 30, 2014
The controversy that has surrounded last week’s editorial is the product of a misunderstanding that was fueled by careless and inaccurate reporting.
Felipe De La Hoz/WSN

City college students explore culture of Asian-Americans

Ann Schmidt, News Editor April 28, 2014
The New York City Asian American Student Conference hosted a conference at NYU on April 26 to give students a chance to discuss racial and sociopolitical issues in Asian-American culture.

‘I, Too, Am NYU’ should expand to include allies

April 23, 2014
While the campaign serves as a powerful reminder of the struggles minorities endure on college campuses, it would benefit from expanding its mission statement.
Christina's Case: Racial insults deter productive political discourse

Christina’s Case: Racial insults deter productive political discourse

Christina Coleburn, Deputy Opinion Editor March 30, 2014
When Republicans and Democrats shift their focus, they will find that they can address issues that are relevant to minorities.
David Lin/WSN

Up-and-Comer | Aziza Barnes

March 27, 2014
When Barnes came to the Tisch School of the Arts, she began writing more poetry, as well as performing.
Omar's Oration: Race matters in Florida's court rooms

Omar’s Oration: Race matters in Florida’s court rooms

February 18, 2014
Recent cases in Florida call the "stand your ground" law into question.
Jonathan Tan/WSN

Law school hosts lecture on race, slavery, freedom

November 7, 2013
William M. Carter, Jr. spoke at the NYU School of Law on Nov. 6.
Bloomberg calling de Blasio's campaign racist is inadvertently racist

Bloomberg calling de Blasio’s campaign racist is inadvertently racist

Christina Coleburn, Contributing Columnist September 11, 2013
Mayor Michael Bloomberg's characterization of mayoral hopeful Bill de Blasio's ad campaign as racist reveals the current mayor's double-standard when it comes to race.
Courtesy of Brandon Jacobi

Racial prejudice is a consequence of ignorance

April 25, 2013
The hate speech after the Boston Marathon can only be solved by the individual choice to stop.

Countries must unite to explore universe

February 12, 2013
Nationalization is the barrier innovation in our space race.
via raceproject.org

Steinhardt professor receives prestigious award for his new book

October 9, 2012
Professor Charlton McIlwain received the Ralph J. Bunche Award in August for his most recent book, "Race Appeal."