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

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

Washington Square News

Declassified: An NYU Survival Guide

Declassified: An NYU Survival Guide

April 18, 2022
So you got into NYU. Congratulations! Now what? Let us tell you all about the nitty gritty details of changing your major, navigating the Liberal Studies Core program, celebrating the weekend in NYC, and making lasting friendships.
A Tiffany-blue Fender Stratocaster, two slices of pepperoni, a disco ball and an old TV with antenna against a light-pink background.A tiffany-blue Fender Stratocaster, two slices of pepperoni, a disco ball and an old TV with antenna against a light pink background.

How NYU students spend their weekends

Students from various backgrounds share their Friday night activities: the highlights, the lowlights and everything in between.
April 18, 2022

Flashing lights It's what we prepare for all week. Friday afternoon, you can see me ready on the Palladium court playing volleyball. I break a quick sweat while I laugh with friends....

Steinhardt freshman Oliver Wang tutors at University Neighborhood Middle School in Brooklyn.

On the Job: America Reads and Counts

Faith Gates, Staff Writer November 4, 2016
Although NYU gives students many different opportunities to earn scholarship money through work study jobs, the most popular job for students is the America Reads program, which attracts more than 1,000 volunteers each year.
Tamera Davis (Gallatin ’19), member of NYU Project Outreach, volunteer at Strive for College, and one of many on campus who enjoys giving back to the community, says she is thankful for the opportunities offered by a prestigious university.

Show your thankfulness around the city

Ankita Bhanot, Staff Writer November 17, 2015
List of ways to show your thankfulness regardless of the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday.
CAS Freshman, Janice Lu, works as a tutor at MS 131 Dr. Sun Yat Sen Middle School, and is a part of America Reads, a national campaign started in 1996 that aims to help every child’s educational pursuits

On the Job: Janice Lu

Disha Gupta, Contributing Writer November 9, 2015
CAS freshman Janice Lu takes her education to the next level by balancing her NYU course load with being a teaching assistant with America Reads.
Maria Michalos for WSN

Students advocate change in D.C.

March 27, 2014
Students went to Washington, D.C. to advocate federal aid to Congressmen and women on March 25 and 26.