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

Washington Square News

A person wearing blue jeans and a yellow button-up shirt stands in Washington Square Park holding a yellow skateboard with an image of a red lion.

Exercise evolution: the unique ways students stay active

Exercising can be much more than going to the gym. Here’s how three NYU students exercise both their body and brain beyond 404 Fitness.
Chinara Dorancy, Contributing Writer December 5, 2023

When you hear the word "exercise," the first thing that comes to mind is the typical arm-day or leg-day routine. However, sometimes, the same gym routine every week can get repetitive....

An illustration of Iranian climber Elnaz Rekabi mounting a climbing wall. She has her black hair tied into a ponytail. She wears a white, red and green colored shirt — the colors of the Iranian flag. The back of her shirt reads “IRAN 009” and her left hand holds onto a blue boulder.

Guest Essay: The Islamic Republic’s mandatory rule limits its female athletes

Iranian climber Elnaz Rekabi competed without a hijab, violating the Islamic Republic’s mandatory rule. What does that mean for other Iranian athletes?
Nicky Kashani, Guest Contributor November 2, 2022

On Oct. 16, Iranian rock climber Elnaz Rekabi disobeyed the Islamic Republic’s restrictions on female athletes and competed in an international tournament in Seoul without wearing...

Staff Rants: Oct. 11-17

Staff Rants: Oct. 11-17

WSN Staff October 18, 2016
Welcome to a new series on WSN, Staff Rants. Read what made your favorite WSN Staff Members angry this week!
Fresh air, fun outdoors

Fresh air, fun outdoors

Sidney Butler, Contributing Writer October 9, 2014

Hiking If you are looking to escape the chaos of New York City’s streets for a much calmer and serene space this fall, head up to the Cranberry Lake Preserve...