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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

Trans Awareness Week at NYU, through a series of events that takes place from November 17 - 20, provides resources and facilitates discussions for all student communities interested in learning LGBTQ issues

Trans Awareness Week aims to create safe space on campus

Kati Garrity, Staff Writer November 17, 2015
Trans Awareness Week at NYU will be featuring discussions on university resources for trans and non-gender conforming students as well as conversations with local activists.
Houston needs another HERO

Houston needs another HERO

Elizabeth Moore, Deputy Opinion Editor November 9, 2015
With HERO, opponents of anti-discrimination have falsely demonized LGBTQ citizens to advance their intolerant cause.
Artist Peregrine Hogin worked with designers to develop a new line of gender neutral undergarments.

Artist reveals undergarments for transitioning bodies

Diamond Naga Siu, Contributing Writer October 20, 2015
Peregrine Honig designs a new line of 'middlewear' for bodies undergoing gender transition.
Jenner interview should be model for future

Jenner interview should be model for future

Annie Cohen, Deputy Opinion Editor April 28, 2015
Bruce Jenner's recent transition has been respectfully handled by the media.
Women’s colleges should admit trans women

Women’s colleges should admit trans women

Annie Cohen, Deputy Opinion Editor March 11, 2015
Restrictive admissions policies are antiquated and should be revised.
Activists must secure transgender rights

Activists must secure transgender rights

Tommy Collison, Deputy Opinion Editor February 10, 2015
The mayor of Denver was prevented from speaking at the National LGBTQ Task Force's recent conference, and event organizers should be commended for their response to the protest.

Media response to Jenner harmful

Annie Cohen, Deputy Opinion Editor February 3, 2015
The media's gross speculation into Bruce Jenner's gender identity shows how society disrespects transgender people.
Transgender suicide rate demands action

Transgender suicide rate demands action

Tommy Collison, Deputy Opinion Editor January 26, 2015
A recent high-profile transgender suicide highlights need for protective legislation.

Fifth-annual march remembers victims of transgender violence

Valentina Duque Bojanini, News Editor November 21, 2014
The Brooklyn Community Pride Center organized a march for Transgender Remembrance Day.
Dept. of Ed. releases guidelines for protecting transgender students

Dept. of Ed. releases guidelines for protecting transgender students

Kavish Harjai, News Editor March 12, 2014
Marge Feinberg, deputy press secretary of the DOE, said they will provide guidance to schools to support transgender youth.
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Trans* Awareness Week events seek to inform transgender community, outsiders

November 19, 2013
From Nov. 18 to 21, the LGBTQ Student Center will be hosting Trans* Awareness Week.