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

Washington Square News

Bloomberg News founder Matthew Winkler discusses the purpose of journalism in the “Free Expression and Truth in the Age of Twitter” panel on Tuesday.

Social media as journalism discussed

Justine Morris, Staff Writer April 22, 2015
Matthew Winkler discussed free and spontaneous expression in the age of Twitter.
Social media can help public figures connect

Social media can help public figures connect

Matthew Tessler, Deputy Opinion Editor March 24, 2015
Social media platforms like Twitter, if used correctly, can be a great outlet for prominent figures, like university presidents, to interact with the public.
Rise of social media must be embraced

Rise of social media must be embraced

Tommy Collison, Staff Columnist December 1, 2014
Social media users will not replace journalists, but the world is beginning to see a symbiosis between the two groups of newsmakers.
Literature and tech enriching when merged

Literature and tech enriching when merged

Scarlett Curtis, Staff Columnist November 10, 2014
Making the leap from paper book to e-book has been hard, but the innovations in reading technology are making electronic literature an increasingly enticing world.
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‘Selfie’ updates classic story with tech twist

Sam Tsui, Contributing Writer September 30, 2014
ABC's "Selfie" is charming and social-media savvy, but thin on plot and plausibility.
Media panic distracts from U.S. capability in treating Ebola

Media panic distracts from U.S. capability in treating Ebola

Tess Woosley, Deputy Opinion Editor September 2, 2014
Media sensationalism surrounding Ebola distracted from U.S. capability to combat the disease.
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Lily Allen reacts provocatively to fan criticism

March 12, 2014
Pop star Lily Allen is known for her controversial statements, but her recent reaction to a fan's tweet has left the media reeling.
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Ukraine protests fueled by social media

February 25, 2014
Ukraine has also been prominently featured on the Twitter, Facebook and other social media feeds of many people with ties to Eastern Europe.
Facebook drinking game necessitates individual responsibility

Facebook drinking game necessitates individual responsibility

February 19, 2014
Facebook cannot accept responsibility for its users' actions.
Social media shift power

Social media shift power

February 13, 2014
When Allen and Farrow first began their public battle, social media did not yet exist.
What Would I Say shouldn't say anything

What Would I Say shouldn’t say anything

November 26, 2013
Facebook features like What Would I Say are sucking the humanity out of technology.
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WSN Student Senate panel: Oct. 24, 2013

October 17, 2013
WSN is hosting a panel with student senators on Thursday, Oct. 24.