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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

In Support of Michelle Jones

In Support of Michelle Jones

WSN Editorial Board September 18, 2017
While the presence of someone who was convicted of such a gruesome crime may make some students feel uneasy, Jones served her time and undoubtedly deserves to be at NYU.
A 33 hour sit-in in March seems to have persuaded the university to change its policy regarding asking applicants about criminal background.

NYU Removes Question Regarding Criminal History From Its Application

Diamond Naga Siu, News Editor August 3, 2016
The move comes on the heels of heated protests during the spring semester from students hoping the university would change what they felt to be an unfair policy.
NYU students rally to ban the box underneath the Washington Square Park arch.

IEC Meets With Common App, Rallies Support in Washington Square Park

Maria Torres, Contributing Writer March 30, 2016
IEC hosted a rally under the Washington Square Park Arch to show support and solidarity before its Common App meeting.
CAS alumna Emma Pliskin addresses the crowd during IECs sit in last weekend

DEVELOPING: IEC Will Not Get Previously-Promised Meeting with Common App CEO

Anne Cruz, News Editor March 29, 2016
Common Application CEO Paul Mott will not be present at Tuesday's meeting with IEC organizers and NYU.
Students continued to protest in Kimmel throughout Saturday for NYU to abolish the box.

TIMELINE: IEC negotiations with NYU administration

Anne Cruz and Lexi Faunce March 26, 2016
IEC and NYU continue negotiating about future meetings to ban the box.

UPDATE: Incarceration to Education Coalition Sits-In At Kimmel

Lexi Faunce, News Editor March 26, 2016
Students remain inside the Kimmel Center past midnight to continue protesting against questions of criminal history on NYU's application.