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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

Leapfrog

Leapfrog

Tayler Bakotic, Contributing Writer December 5, 2019

In my younger days, I would catch frogs in the summer – cupping one between my hands and watching its convex eyes looking back at me. I caught myself a little friend – I wonder...

The NYPD’s Subway Occupation Must End

The NYPD’s Subway Occupation Must End

After several instances of police abuse in New York City subway stations, an awareness of the NYPD’s campaign against those most in need is growing — this violent force must be confronted.
Asha Ramachandran, Contributing Writer November 11, 2019

A young black man, Adrian Napier, was sitting alone on the subway at the Franklin Avenue station in Brooklyn on Oct. 25. A gang of police officers assembled outside of the train,...

Not All Activism Is Created Equal

Not All Activism Is Created Equal

Activists like Greta Thunberg and the Parkland kids are doing great work. But why are they the face of movements that started long before them?
Sarah John, Contributing Writer September 30, 2019

Greta Thunberg is a climate activist. You’ve probably heard of her because of the recent climate strikes or seen the subsequent social media posts applauding her for her work...

Club Penguin is Gone, So Now What?

Club Penguin is Gone, So Now What?

Serena Vanchiro, Columnist November 28, 2018

Born at the turn of the century, the crux of my childhood social life was rooted in technologies like Tamagotchi, Club Penguin and Nintendo’s PictoChat. Simply hearing these...

Citizen is currently on their “As You Please” tour and performed at Irving Plaza on Oct.26.

Citizen Tears Up Irving Plaza

Brandi Powell, Contributing Writer October 30, 2017
Citizen’s headlining tour, along with openers Sorority Noise and Great Grandpa brought a large crowd to Irving Plaza.
TEDxNYU Examines Identity and Purpose

TEDxNYU Examines Identity and Purpose

Gabriella Bower, Beauty and Style Editor April 25, 2016
On Sunday, TEDxNYU hosted its sixth annual conference Lenses, which featured a variety of student speakers and ideas.
Professors, students debate pulling plug on technology

Professors, students debate pulling plug on technology

Lisa Azcona November 3, 2014
The use of technology in class has been an on-going debate with students and professors, as some professors are enforcing a ban on laptops in class.

Success of Obamacare contingent on youth

April 2, 2014
Young Americans — who remain largely uninsured — still approve of Obamacare.
Jonathan Tan/WSN

Community uses multimedia to share stop-and-frisk stories

December 4, 2013
A five-day event uses media to give students a voice.
Courtesy of Shamir Tanna

Inspiring, heroic individuals continue to motivate others

August 21, 2013
The media often portrays people who represent the problems with the world. However, there are still those who provide hope and inspiration.