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

Sophia Ettin’s Palladium room displays vibrant posters from her London study abroad. She also keeps a Rainbow trout pillow that was given by a friend. (Photo by Sabrina Choudhary)

Your Dorm Walls are Your Canvas

Hey NYU, welcome to my crib.
Sabrina Choudhary, Staff Writer September 9, 2019

To tapestry or not to tapestry? String lights or succulents? Each August, the beginning of the school year brims with new opportunities — new classes, new friends and a new dorm...

Some of Gallatin junior Mercer Malakoff’s succulents line her window at Broome Residence Hall. The googly eyes in the background come from Popup Florist, a flower and plant shop where Malakoff works.

Plant Parenthood: Starting a Green Family

You don't need a green thumb to be a plant parent.
Kaitlyn Wang, Editor-at-Large September 17, 2018
No pets allowed? No problem. More and more NYU students are becoming parents of plants.

Dormspiration: Dorm decorating tips

Gabriella Bower, Violet Vision Editor August 28, 2015
Spice up your new room with these easy tips.
Hidden gems abound in New York dining scene

Hidden gems abound in New York dining scene

Petra Wood, Contributing Writer September 23, 2014
Easy to miss restaurants are worth checking out.
Tips, tricks for decorating oversized dorm rooms

Tips, tricks for decorating oversized dorm rooms

April 1, 2014
Here are some helpful hints to assist you in decorating your large Manhattan pad.
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Dorm Décor

February 20, 2014
A shared space such as a dorm room can be difficult to personalize, so here are just a few ideas to make that drab space feel a little bit more like home.