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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

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

Washington Square News

This NYU Student Is Fighting the Taboo Around Menstruation

This NYU Student Is Fighting the Taboo Around Menstruation

Natalia Barr, Staff Writer March 21, 2016
A new student initiative is trying to break down stereotypes around menstruation with art and humor.
 The “Underwear for People with Periods” campaign by THINX is the next step in increasing awareness for transgender and gender-nonconforming people.

Period underwear for all people

Alexandra Webb, Staff Writer December 1, 2015
Progressive underwear label THINX reveals their latest campaign for a more inclusive message.
Needless sexualization must end

Needless sexualization must end

Mandy Freebairn, Staff Writer October 26, 2015
The controversy around ads for absorbent menstrual underwear on the MTA reflects a societal inability to deal earnestly with women's bodies. Calling these ads out for being inappropriate is silly when other ads sexualize women much more and are overall much less positive.