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

Washington Square News

Illustrations of a brown long-sleeved turtleneck shirt, a long floral pink-and-black dress, a long-sleeved maroon-colored top with a mosaic-like pattern, as well as a needle with a brown spool of thread.

From old to new: Upcycling changed my relationship with fashion

You like my top? Thanks, it’s my sister’s!
Pritheva Zakaria, Contributing Writer September 20, 2022

Growing up, my mother refused to buy new clothes because we already had perfectly suitable clothing at home — my older sister’s.  Long-sleeve turtlenecks, short-sleeve...

Buying gently used second hand clothing from places such as The Goodwill Store, located at 44 W 8th St., is an affordable way to be chic while being a socially conscious shopper.

Social Responsibility: The Shopping of Tomorrow

Ali Webb, Staff Writer November 17, 2016
Brands and consumers alike keep social responsibility in mind. Check out these brands before your next shopping spree.
Since its inception in 2007, NYU's office of Sustainability has worked hard towards making NYU a greener school, and one of the many projects put in place is the Bikeshare program, which over 5,000 members of the NYU community participate in.

Turning Violet into Green: 9 Sustainability Efforts from the NYU Community

Kyle Sturmann, Staff Writer April 25, 2016
April is Earth Month at NYU: here are the initiatives the university has enacted to promote sustainability.
NYU Dining has begun offering reusable to-go boxes to become more environmentally friendly.

Eco-friendly to-go option off to a slow start in dining halls

Diamond Naga Siu, Contributing Writer October 5, 2015
NYU Dining is now offering reusable containers for $5 at Hayden, Weinstein and Third North.
Boxed water is sold at Hayden Dining Hall’s Quick Stop Convenience Store.

Hayden goes green with new water cartons

Jessica Martinez, Deputy Social Media Editor September 30, 2015
Hayden Quick Stop replaced plastic water bottles with water bottle cartons.
An oversized coat for a clever costume can be revised for the perfect winter accessory.

Costumes transform to daily wear

Caroline Ogulnick, Staff Writer November 19, 2014
After celebrating Halloween, you realize you’ve spent a ton of money on a costume, but there are many ways to incorporate that costume into your everyday wardrobe.