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

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

Washington Square News

Let’s Desexualize Gym Culture

Let’s Desexualize Gym Culture

We go to the gym to feel good about ourselves, but more often than not, we feel harassed or intimidated. It is essential that gym culture changes to ensure that everyone feels comfortable working out.
Sam O'Donnell, Contributing Writer Feb 11, 2020

After sweating out half of my body weight while working out in an oversized t-shirt, I was in search of more amiable workout gear. In a moment of sweaty desperation, I wondered...

Protect Black Girls Before It’s Too Late

Protect Black Girls Before It’s Too Late

Black girls and women are failed every day that society continues to neglect and ignore them.
Chinenye Onyeike, Staff Writer Nov 25, 2019

Samaya Dillard was a seven-year-old black girl from Sacramento. In December of 2013, Dillard’s second-grade teacher dragged her by her chair outside into the cold and made her...

Why Do We Force Sex and Crime on Black Children?

Why Do We Force Sex and Crime on Black Children?

Cheyenne Porcher, Columnist Oct 12, 2018
Black children are often the victims of sexualization and violent crimes. Why do we treat them as adults, and how can we stop this predatory behavior?
Sexualization of Young Actors Is Unacceptable

Sexualization of Young Actors Is Unacceptable

Giovanna Trabasso, Contributing Writer Nov 13, 2017
As Stranger Things' second season released, the main actors are now back on the spotlight. The fact that they have been going through puberty has been shocking to some adults who seem to have forgotten what being a pre-teen was like.

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