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

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

Washington Square News

Opinion

Finishing The Semester Stress-Free Is Possible

Finishing The Semester Stress-Free Is Possible

Dasha Zagurskaya, Staff Writer April 26, 2018
As finals creep up on us, try not to fall into old habits that continue the cycle of stress.
Letter From the Editor: College Newspapers Are Dying, Let’s Save Them

Letter From the Editor: College Newspapers Are Dying, Let’s Save Them

Jemima McEvoy, Editor-in-Chief April 25, 2018
WSN's Editor-in-Chief Jemima McEvoy chimes in on the #SaveStudentNewsrooms movement and discusses the impact of changes in media dissemination on WSN.
Don’t Discount Commuters

Don’t Discount Commuters

Andrea Pineda-Salgado, Contributing Writer April 25, 2018
After finishing my first year at NYU as a commuter student, I have noticed a barrier between students who commute and students who board.
Staff Rants: MTA, Sophomore Year and Laurie Metcalf

Staff Rants: MTA, Sophomore Year and Laurie Metcalf

WSN Staff April 24, 2018
This week on staff rants, Tom is angry about MTA fares, Natasha feels stuck in a sophomore slump and Ryan is passionate about Laurie Metcalf and how the world has underrated her.
Elitist Policies Surrounding Stern

Elitist Policies Surrounding Stern

Victor Porcelli, Deputy Opinion Editor April 24, 2018
Elitism in the Stern School of Business should not be ignored. This attitude allows for toxic superiority culture.
Earth Day Thoughts

Earth Day Thoughts

WSN Editorial Board April 23, 2018
As Earth Day came and passed, it is important to look at the efforts NYU has made as a community toward a more sustainable future and what we can still do to make the future greener.
Town Hall Shows That Town Halls Don’t Work

Town Hall Shows That Town Halls Don’t Work

Tyler Crews, Opinion Editor April 23, 2018
With recent rises in student activism and unease, many students are calling for town hall meetings. Contrary to popular belief, this is not a solution to the problem.
Kendrick Lamar Is a Black Artist, Not a Wack Artist

Kendrick Lamar Is a Black Artist, Not a Wack Artist

Janice Lee, Contributing Writer April 23, 2018
After Kendrick Lamar became the first rap artist to win the Pulitzer Prize, the response is telling. Lack of support shows, perhaps, the result of vulgar topics rap sometimes delves into or maybe another institutional barrier against the black community.
Your Hometown Needs Your Vote

Your Hometown Needs Your Vote

Ali Zimmerman, Deputy Opinion Editor April 23, 2018
Make your vote count and register to vote in your home state before the upcoming midterm elections in November.
Don’t Let ‘Sex and the City’ Take Over Our City

Don’t Let ‘Sex and the City’ Take Over Our City

Paola Nagovitch, Deputy Opinion Editor April 23, 2018
Cynthia Nixon is not qualified to be governor of New York.
Cynthia Nixon Embodies Worrying Trend

Cynthia Nixon Embodies Worrying Trend

Victor Porcelli, Deputy Opinions Editor April 20, 2018
With more and more celebrities considering running for political office, it is time to reexamine our standards for elected officials.
The Skinny on Eating Healthy in College

The Skinny on Eating Healthy in College

Ignangeli Salinas-Muñiz, Contributing Writer April 20, 2018
Eating healthy in college can be a challenge, but with the right planning and motivation, anyone can do it.