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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

Professions in the Digital Age

Professions in the Digital Age

Molly Dolan, Social Media Editor November 13, 2017

Social media has become such an integral part of our everyday lives that it’s hard to imagine aspects of our lives without it — including our professional lives. Now, as students...

NYU’s  Martin Luther King Jr.’s scholars program offers students scholarships to students who demonstrate outstanding leadership skills and have a passion for social justice and equality. Patricia Carey, who founded the program, sat down with WSN staff to discuss the MLK scholarship and future plans.

MLK Scholars: Service and Leadership Collide

Natalie Chinn, Contributing Writer October 10, 2017
The Martin Luther King Jr. Scholars Program offers scholarships and programming to NYU students who demonstrate a commitment to service and leadership.
Deborah Goldfarb, Patsy Doerr, Whitney Tilson, Daniel Rabuzzi and Lauren Locke, speaking at NYU Alum David Dosamantes’ panel on Corporate Social Responsibility in an Age of Disruption.

Can Big Corporations Be More Socially Responsible?

Han Wang, Staff Writer April 19, 2017
In a world where capitalism dominates developed cultures while social awareness has risen to new heights, what does it take for companies to catch up with cultural standards?
Social Justice Is a Movement, Not a Marketing Strategy

Social Justice Is a Movement, Not a Marketing Strategy

Melanie Pineda, Staff Writer April 17, 2017
Even though Pepsi is by no means the only company guilty of using social justice in their product tactics, this ever growing trend of abusing activism for companies’ personal gain needs to be called out and stopped.
Students stood on the steps of Kimmel on Tuesday to show their support for the No Dakota Access Pipeline Movement.

Divest Rallies With National Standing Rock Movement

Diamond Naga Siu, News Editor November 16, 2016
Divest stood in solidarity with Standing Rock during its pre-rally on Kimmel's staircases that happened before they joined a larger rally in the Financial District — a nationwide effort that occurred in various cities today.
Michael Rectenwald, Liberal Studies clinical assistant professor, has been condemned and punished by members of the department for his controversial @antipcnyuprof twitter account.

Anti-PC NYU Professor Put on Paid Leave

Diamond Naga Siu, News Editor October 31, 2016
Deplorable NYU Professor is now on paid leave for the rest of the semester.
NYU Leadership Initiative Bridges a Gap

NYU Leadership Initiative Bridges a Gap

Connor Borden, Staff Writer October 23, 2016
The NYU Leadership Initiative is an institution here on campus whose aim is to create a network among students who have a commitment to improving the world around them.
A 33 hour sit-in in March seems to have persuaded the university to change its policy regarding asking applicants about criminal background.

NYU Removes Question Regarding Criminal History From Its Application

Diamond Naga Siu, News Editor August 3, 2016
The move comes on the heels of heated protests during the spring semester from students hoping the university would change what they felt to be an unfair policy.
Tamir Rice Case Ends Without Justice

Tamir Rice Case Ends Without Justice

Connor Borden, Staff Writer May 2, 2016
The City of Cleveland owes the Rice family much more than a settlement.
NYU Gallatin senior, Madeline Dolgin, has been awarded the Social Justice Award for her "I Am Your Protector" campaign.

Q&A: Gallatin Student Seeks to Protect Peers Through Campaign

Greta Chevance, Deputy News Editor April 28, 2016
Gallatin senior Madeline Dolgin was awarded the first ever Social Justice Award by the Global Spiritual Life Office.

Q&A: Gallatin Student Leads the Way for Gender Equality in Latin America

Yulin Lou, Staff Writer April 12, 2016
WSN sat down with Gallatin freshman Gerardo Portney for being named one of CNN Expansión's 30 under 40 for his work regarding gender equality in Latin America.
Every Friday and Saturday at 85 E 4th St, a group of talented individuals in "Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind" take the stage in an attempt to perform 30 plays in 60 minutes.

Strap in for 30 Plays in 60 Minutes

Paris Martineau, Contributing Writer February 17, 2016
"Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind" is a ever-changing showcase of 30 plays in 60 minutes.