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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

Francesca Liberatore F/W 2017

Francesca Liberatore F/W 2017

Valerina Young, Contributing Writer February 12, 2017

President Franklin Delano Roosevelt was known as one of the most successful manipulators of affect, with the ability to spark a whole country from the ashes of Depression....

Pets Offer Release for Overtaxed Students

Pets Offer Release for Overtaxed Students

Veronica Liow, Contributing Writer December 5, 2016
To better the community by decreasing mental illness and promoting physical activity, NYU should change their housing policy to allow pets in residence halls.
The Mental Health Issue

The Mental Health Issue

Alex Bazeley, Editor-in-Chief November 14, 2016

It's no secret that college students face stress on a near-daily basis. The pressures to succeed can sometime be too much of a weight to bear, pushing some students to a breaking...

The Mental Climate on a Sprawling Campus

The Mental Climate on a Sprawling Campus

Alex Bazeley, Editor-in-Chief November 14, 2016

Anna Letson To someone outside the school, mentioning the words “mental health” and “NYU” in the same breath might evoke memories of news headlines from the early 2000s,...

Prague: Studying Abroad With Social Anxiety

Prague: Studying Abroad With Social Anxiety

Mariah Melendez, Contributing Writer February 11, 2016
Studying abroad may be a refreshing experience for those struggling with social anxiety and depression.
Mental health must be college health priority

Mental health must be college health priority

Emily Fong, Staff Writer November 16, 2015
As mental illness becomes a bigger and bigger part of the national discourse on personal health, it is imperative that we create some sort of safety net for the people who are struggling. Universities must be a huge part of this movement, because they represent a large portion of the population that is most at risk.
Sarah Silverman moves from comedy to drama in I Smile Back.

Sarah Silverman surprises in lackluster drama

Kat Fadrillan, Contributing Writer October 20, 2015
Though more familiar with comedy, Sarah Silverman's superb dramatic portrayal of a pill-addicted housewife outshines a hackneyed plot in "I Smile Back."

Guide to common mental health conditions

Emily Bell and Hannah Treasure September 25, 2014

Eating Disorders What are some identifying signs? Anorexia, bulimia and binge eating disorders vary in symptoms — restrictive eating; binge eating; self-induced vomiting; abuse...

Harry’s Take: U.S. Military must invest in psychiatry

Harry’s Take: U.S. Military must invest in psychiatry

March 10, 2014
The physical and mental strength of U.S. soldiers is vital to the military's mission.
NYU Wellness Center inadequate for student needs

NYU Wellness Center inadequate for student needs

February 28, 2014
Mental illness should not be stigmatized.
[VIDEO] Op Ed Live: Mental Health on Campus

[VIDEO] Op Ed Live: Mental Health on Campus

February 25, 2014

The Washington Square News Opinion Desk presents Op Ed Live: Mental Health on Campus. Deputy Editor Christina Coleburn and Contributing Columnist Dan Moritz-Rabson discuss the...