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Staff Rants: Springing in and out of spring

It’s the beginning of March, which means spring is just around the corner! WSN staff shares their thoughts about the changing season.

On climate change: Abi Rivera — Opinion Editor  Spring? I think you mean false spring. Climate change is real.   On heroes: Sebastian Cardena — Deputy Opinion...

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Staff Rants: Holiday Overload

It's the end of the term, which means it's the holiday season! WSN staff shares their thoughts about it — the good and the bad, but mostly the bad.

On giving gifts Krish Dev — Deputy News Editor  Whenever I have to buy gifts for the holidays, I feel like I am walking on a tightrope — it’s a delicate balance between...

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Staff Rants: Spooky season

Our staff shares their thoughts on Halloween.

On still having class Molly Koch — Opinion Editor It’s simple, wear your halloween costume to class.    On trick-or-treating — or the lack thereof Krish Dev —...

Staff Rants and Raves: NYU Facilities

Staff Rants and Raves: NYU Facilities

NYU owns a lot of property, from residence halls with no heat to libraries that block out the sun to dining halls that can’t pass inspections. Read what our staff has to say about NYU’s campus.

Rants On Being a Thirsty Gal By Bela Kirpalani, Sports Editor Hydration is key, folks. But the architects of Bobst Library don't seem to understand this ethos, as they...

Commemorating Lives Lost in the Attacks in Sri Lanka

Commemorating Lives Lost in the Attacks in Sri Lanka

As privileged university students, we must take the time to recognize the tragedy in Sri Lanka.
WSN Editorial Board April 22, 2019

The world awoke on Sunday to the news that at least 290 people had been killed, and more than 500 had been injured, in what can only be described as a disaster of horrific human...

Staff Rants: Tech Edition

Staff Rants: Tech Edition

To quote Patrick from “Spongebob Squarepants”: we have technology! As the WSN staff will soon tell you, it’s an everyday part of our lives that ends up being more frustrating than not.

On Being Made Fun of for Owning AirPods By Sakshi Venkatraman, Editor-in-Chief I’ll just come out and say it. I own AirPods. I find it’s better to be forthright about it...

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Staff Raves: What WSN Is Thankful For

Before the Thanksgiving break ahead of us, WSN Staff is taking a break from ranting and instead reflecting on what we’d like to give thanks for.
WSN Staff November 20, 2018
Before the Thanksgiving break ahead of us, WSN Staff is taking a break from ranting and instead reflecting on what we’d like to give thanks for.
Staff Rants Feb. 27 – March 6

Staff Rants Feb. 27 – March 6

WSN Staff March 6, 2018
Staff Rants are back and they are here to stay! Check in every Tuesday to see what our staff is complaining about. This week, it seems that our staff is fed up with the student experience here at NYU, as well as the absence of Kobe Bryant beverages.
Staff Rants April 19-25

Staff Rants April 19-25

WSN Staff April 24, 2017
The final installment of Staff Rants has arrived for the semester, and with it, the staff has taken time to reflect on the beauty and horror of our time at NYU and WSN.
Staff Rants April 5-18

Staff Rants April 5-18

WSN Staff April 17, 2017
In our latest edition of Staff Rants, our comically beautiful and talented staff has a few choice words about a variety of topics!
Staff Rants March 29 - April 4

Staff Rants March 29 – April 4

WSN Staff April 3, 2017
Welcome to another edition of Staff Rants! Our staff is excited to be angry about people, places and things!
Staff Rants: March 22-28

Staff Rants: March 22-28

WSN Staff March 27, 2017
As our model-level, gorgeous staff comes together once again for the week, they have many rants with which to fill this page with! Please enjoy!