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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

For many, graduation and the prospect of beginning a career can be both exciting and terrifying. NYU graduates offer their perspective on the transition.

Hindsight: Recent NYU Graduates Give Advice for Seniors

Alyssa Kelly and Faith Gates April 26, 2017
With graduation season coming, NYU alum share some insight for soon-to-be-graduates.
EXCLUSIVE: Silver Master's App Does Away With Criminal Conviction Box

EXCLUSIVE: Silver Master’s App Does Away With Criminal Conviction Box

Anne Cruz, News Editor January 27, 2016
NYU's Masters Silver School of Social Work no longer requires applicants to disclose prior criminal convictions.
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.
The exterior of the Silver School of Social Work. (WSN File Photo)

Starbucks CEO makes donation to Silver for veteran education

Ludovica Grieco, Staff Writer November 17, 2015
Howard Schultz, Starbucks CEO, donated $300,000 to a scholarship for veterans.
Silver School of Social Work Commencement

Silver School of Social Work Commencement

Francisco Navas, senior editor May 22, 2015

The Silver School of Social Work graduation ceremony, held in Avery Fisher Hall at Lincoln Center on Monday, hit all the traditional notes with 39 undergraduates, 550 post-graduates...

Terese Yue (left), Dr. Michao Jin and Professor Eli Kim discuss their experiences living as Asian-Americans to teach the next generation.

Panel brings discrimination against Asians to forefront

Christine Wang, Staff Writer April 21, 2015
Speakers discussed the experiences of young Asian-Americans who face cultural differences in the U.S.

The true costs of social work education

Liz O’Connell and Hannah Sheldon ­Dean April 8, 2015
Students at NYU's Silver School of Social Work must examine inequalities and biases within their own community.
Silver MSW program to start in Shanghai

Silver MSW program to start in Shanghai

Stephanie Grella, contributing writer October 8, 2014
The Silver School of Social Work announced a new Masters in Social Work program that allows students to study for a year in Shanghai and a year in New York City.
Lyanne Natividad/WSN

Silver School of Social Work Commencement

Christina Coleburn, Deputy Opinion Editor May 21, 2014
Silver conferred degrees on 32 undergraduate students.
Courtesy of NYU Silver

McSilver Institute receives grant to aid mental health

September 19, 2013
The McSilver Institute for Poverty Policy and Research will create an app to help the mental health of New York City children.
Rachel Kaplan/WSN

Silver School does not pass vote of no confidence, does pass separate resolution

Nicole Brown, Investigative Editor May 30, 2013
The Silver School faculty does not declare no confidence in President Sexton, but did write a separate statement to the Board of Trustees.

[UPDATE] Silver school to hold no-confidence vote

April 29, 2013
The Silver School of Social Work is the third school within NYU to vote for a vote of no confidence against President Sexton.