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

Washington Square News

Asian-Americans Deserve Racial Nuance

Asian-Americans Deserve Racial Nuance

Emily Fong, Deputy Opinion Editor February 1, 2016
Asian-Americans, as one of the fastest growing demographics in the United States, can neither look past the grievances caused by primarily white institutions, nor can they ignore the problematic tendencies within their own communities.
Silver Bans the Box, an Example to Follow

Silver Bans the Box, an Example to Follow

David George, Contributing Writer January 27, 2016
It is imperative that all schools within the institution open their doors to everyone who aspires to receive an education regardless of conviction history.
Divest speak-out relates race and climate

Divest speak-out relates race and climate

Raven Quesenberry, Contributing Writer December 8, 2015
NYU Divest hosted a discussion on how climate change contributes to racism and violence on Monday.
Professor’s use of racial slur antithetical to progressive discourse

Professor’s use of racial slur antithetical to progressive discourse

Akshay Prabhushankar, Staff Writer December 2, 2015
Andrea Quintette’s use of the n-word in a recent graduate class was insensitive, irrational and unacceptable for a person in her position.
Racial conversations on NYU Facebook groups need understanding

Racial conversations on NYU Facebook groups need understanding

Matthew Perry, Contributing Writer December 1, 2015
Disagreements on the Class of 2019 Facebook page are not free speech disputes.
The diversity conversation was sparked in a big way last fall with a Diversity and Inclusion Forum in Coles.

NYU addresses concerns about the inclusion of students of color

Alex Bazeley, News Editor November 19, 2015
An email sent to the NYU community on Thursday announced plans to expand CMEP and improve the diversity training program.
Letter from the Editor: NYU's Diversity and Inclusion Forum

Letter from the Editor: NYU’s Diversity and Inclusion Forum

Valentina Bojanini, Editor-in-Chief November 19, 2015

Dear Readers, Over the past several weeks, there has been a marked increase in discussions about racial tension on college campuses. From Mizzou to Yale and all over the country,...

Left Behind: schools ignore racial discipline disparities

Left Behind: schools ignore racial discipline disparities

Sunny Hong, Staff Writer November 12, 2015
School boards all across the nation must focus on closing the racial discipline disparity.
Mizzou president resigns but protesters must remain focused

Mizzou president resigns but protesters must remain focused

WSN Editorial Board November 9, 2015
The resignation of University of Missouri chancellor Tim Wolfe is an important first step for student protests against racism. But getting a president to resign is not everything; the movement must have clear goals and means in mind if they are to meaningfully improve race relations at their school.
NBC bows to Trump for ratings bump

NBC bows to Trump for ratings bump

Elizabeth Moore, Deputy Opinion Editor November 2, 2015
SNL should reconsider its reasons for allowing Trump to host.

Letter from the Editor

Audrey Deng, Arts Editor October 21, 2015
A letter from the Arts Editor about this semester's Arts Issue focus, Race.

‘White Only’ and ‘Black Only’ signs spark controversy

Daria Butler, Contributing Writer October 21, 2015
Student hangs controversial signs around Buffalo college.