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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

NYU provides a space for students to share their affordability ideas.

What Happened to NYU’s Affordability Ideas Website?

Natasha Roy, Deputy News Editor November 11, 2016
NYU's affordability steering committee has a public forum in which students, faculty and staff can pitch ideas to make NYU more affordable.
Michael Rectenwald, Liberal Studies clinical assistant professor, has been condemned and punished by members of the department for his controversial @antipcnyuprof twitter account.

University Gives Anti PC Professor Ultimatum on Paid Leave

Diamond Naga Siu, News Editor November 3, 2016
The controversy between NYU and Michael Rectenwald, better known by his Twitter alias Deplorable NYU Prof continues after his Washington Post op-ed.
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 provides new scholarship for formerly incarcerated students. (Photo by Anna Letson)

NYU Begins Search for Chief Diversity Officer

Sayer Devlin, Deputy News Editor October 31, 2016
NYU began their search for a Chief Diversity Officer.
Bröd Kitchen, a popular eatery on campus, has been facing issues with mistreatment of its employees.

Bröd Closes Doors Amidst Union Protests

Alexander Kario, Contributing Writer February 22, 2016
Bröd Kitchen has closed its doors in light of the recent protests by union workers.
What is the box and why are NYU students in such vehement opposition to it?

Students continue campaign to ban the box on college apps

Yeho Hwang, Contributing Writer December 7, 2015
Students rallied to have NYU ban the box from the NYU application.
The creation of the NYU White Student Union Facebook page has sparked debate on whether “a community for NYU students of European descent” should exist.

[UPDATE] NYU White Student Union page spurs outrage

Alex Bazeley, News Editor November 23, 2015
A NYU White Student Union Facebook page has stirred controversy among NYU students.
Mayor Bill De Blasio spoke at a rally for solidarity with the victims of the Paris terrorist attacks on Nov. 14.

Public Safety faces ISIS threats

Momachi Pabrai, Contributing Writer November 23, 2015
New York City has been on high alert since last weeks terrorism attacks in Paris.
NYU joins 200+ American colleges and universities in support of sustainable actions both local and international.

NYU signs pledge to slow climate change

Greta Chevance, Staff Writer November 23, 2015
NYU and more than 200 hundred other universities signed the American Campuses Act on Climate Pledge to demonstrate their support for action against climate change.
ohn Sexton gave an opening speech for the University-wide conversation on issues of race and diversity on campus in the Coles Sports and Recreation Center on November 18, 2015.

Talks on diversity receive mixed feedback from students

Lexi Faunce and Christine Wang November 23, 2015
NYU students have mixed feelings about the university's actions in the wake of last Wednesday's forum on race and inclusion.
State of the Union: Panel on State Violence Against Trans Individuals took place on Tuesday and addressed the violence that Trans Individuals face.

Panelists talk state-sanctioned violence against trans individuals

Farhin Lilywala, Staff Writer November 18, 2015
A panel on state violence against transgender people was held Tuesday evening in Kimmel.
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.