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

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

Washington Square News

Opinion

The Line Between Convenience and Gentrification

The Line Between Convenience and Gentrification

The chainstore we all know and love may not necessarily be positive for the village.
Maren Naegele, Contributing Writer September 7, 2018
The chainstore we all know and love may not necessarily be positive for the village.
Taking the Time to Remember the Magic of Museums

Taking the Time to Remember the Magic of Museums

The Brazil National Museum burned to the ground last week. Let's appreciate artifacts before they become fossils.
Melanie Pineda, Deputy Opinion Editor September 6, 2018
In light of the tragic loss of Brazil's National Museum, we must take the time to appreciate the crucial historical and cultural contributions of institutions like these.
The Dollar Slice is Undervalued

The Dollar Slice is Undervalued

Jasem Alzaabi, Contributing Writer September 6, 2018
The once essential dollar slice in New York City is quickly disappearing, and with it goes a unifying standard in New York dining.
We Still Don’t Hold Sexual Assaulters Accountable

We Still Don’t Hold Sexual Assaulters Accountable

Aleksandra Goldberg, Contributing Writer September 5, 2018
The pastor who assaulted Ariana Grande is just another instance in a long string of unchecked sexual assaults.
Trump Administration Needs To Pay Reparations For Separating Families

Trump Administration Needs To Pay Reparations For Separating Families

Melanie Pineda, Deputy Opinion Editor September 5, 2018
Family separations at the U.S. border have resulted in not only an emotional toll on migrants, but a financial one as well.
How Service Became My Community

How Service Became My Community

Maren Naegele, Contributing Writer September 4, 2018
A freshman contributing writer reflects on her experience during Welcome Week.
Challenging the Liberal Bubble as a Liberal

Challenging the Liberal Bubble as a Liberal

Janice Lee, Opinion Editor September 4, 2018
A liberal student's perspective and response to what she perceives to be a problematic liberal monoculture.
More Welcome, Less Weak

More Welcome, Less Weak

WSN Editorial Board September 4, 2018
The Editorial Board discusses why clubs and student-organized events are the most crucial aspects of Welcome Week and building a community at NYU.
Returning to New York for the First Time

Returning to New York for the First Time

Hanna Khosravi, Deputy Opinion Editor September 3, 2018
A compare and contrast of returning to NYU sophomore year versus the (somewhat disorienting) experience of going through Welcome Week as a freshman.
Time’s Up on Victim Blaming in Ronell Case

Time’s Up on Victim Blaming in Ronell Case

Janice Lee, Opinion Editor August 26, 2018
In the midst of a high-profile investigation — and lawsuit — the WSN Opinion Editor discusses the impacts of NYU's response to accusations of sexual misconduct.
Democracy at NYU Is Dying

Democracy at NYU Is Dying

Editorial Board August 26, 2018
In the Editorial Board's inaugural editorial of the fall 2018 semester, WSN's opinion team explore how the Board of Trustees handled demands for representation from student activists.
Take the Long Walk Home

Take the Long Walk Home

Hanna Khosravi, Deputy Opinion Editor August 26, 2018
An ode to the activity that underlines all our lives here at NYU: walking.