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

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

Washington Square News

You Can Stop Pretending You Don’t Like Romantic Comedies

You Can Stop Pretending You Don’t Like Romantic Comedies

The romantic comedy genre is full of fun, light-hearted films that provide insight into relationships. Let’s all finally allow ourselves to be happy, guilt-free viewers.
Sarah John, Contributing Writer December 3, 2018
The romantic comedy genre is full of fun, light-hearted films that provide insight into relationships. Let’s all finally allow ourselves to be happy, guilt-free viewers.
Why NYU’s Student Government Fails to Represent You

Why NYU’s Student Government Fails to Represent You

Finlay McIntosh, Contributing Writer November 26, 2018

NYU’s Student Government Assembly is soon poised to vote on a Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions resolution. If passed by the University Senate, the resolution would cause NYU...

Minority Representation in the Theater Industry Still Isn’t Enough

Minority Representation in the Theater Industry Still Isn’t Enough

Recent efforts in the theatre industry to push minorities towards center stage have been progressive but are not enough.
Ash Ryoo, Columnist November 9, 2018
Recent efforts in the theatre industry to push minorities towards center stage have been progressive but are not enough.
Hollywood, Latinos Don’t Need Your White Saviors

Hollywood, Latinos Don’t Need Your White Saviors

Melanie Pineda, Deputy Opinion Editor October 22, 2018
In the wake of the debut of the new film "The Curse of La Llorona," Deputy Opinion Editor Melanie Pineda explores the white-savior complex and its omnipresent role in modern cinema.
What Entertainment Asks of Artists of Color — And How We Say No

What Entertainment Asks of Artists of Color — And How We Say No

To make it in the world of entertainment, artists of color are forced to play caricatures of themselves. How do we stop this?
Ash Ryoo, Columnist September 28, 2018
To make it in the world of entertainment, artists of color are forced to play caricatures of themselves. How do we stop this?
On the steps inside the Kimmel Center for University Life, a student activist holds a sign that reads, "NYU would rather suspend students than speak to them #TrusteeTownHall."

Frustrated with Setbacks, Student Activists Plan Change in Tactics

Bela Kochkarova, Contributing Writer September 13, 2018
After years of failing to get through to the university, NYU's Student Labor Action Movement is changing its tactics for the 2018-2019 school year.
All Hype, No Heat: VFILES at Fashion Week

All Hype, No Heat: VFILES at Fashion Week

Amanda Burkett, Beauty and Style Editor September 10, 2018
Wacky as always, the VFiles show in this year's Fashion Week did not disappoint.
The Intersectionality Feature

The Intersectionality Feature

Pamela Jew and Veronica Liow March 19, 2018

As we become more aware of issues related to identity, it is increasingly evident that intersectionality is a must when addressing how to tackle these. Given that intersectionality,...

Asian Americans are often labeled as the “model minority,” leading to problems such as inaccurate representation in media and an overlooking of their need for allyship.

Purgatory of Asians in American Culture

An Analysis on the Lack of Asian Americans Allyship Due to Inaccurate Representations in the Media
Veronica Liow, Assistant Managing Editor March 18, 2018
Lack of accurate representations of Asians and Asian-Americans in the media create false narratives that are toxic to the community. And with the perception of them as the model minority, there is a severe lack of allyship for the marginalized community.
Low-rise pants paired with an exposed thong are now trending once again, and seem to walk the line between appreciating and exploiting the body.

Testing the Exposed Thong Trend

Naomi Lichter, Contributing Writer October 10, 2017
One writer tries out this daring trend and reflects on the social and cultural influences that have shaped it.
Cartoon: Time is Ticking

Cartoon: Time is Ticking

Aiden Bae, Cartoonist April 3, 2017
Time is ticking for Senior Vice President of Student Affairs Marc Wais, NYU President Andrew Hamilton and Board of Trustees Chairperson William Berkley (from left to right).
No More LGBT Character Tragedies

No More LGBT Character Tragedies

Melanie Pineda, Staff Writer March 6, 2017
The media as a whole should be held accountable for enforcing stereotypical representation and must instead be pressured into inciting more fleshed out, accurate LGBTQ portrayals.