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

When It Comes to  Self-Care, One Size Does Not Fit All

When It Comes to Self-Care, One Size Does Not Fit All

Self-care isn’t as simple as sipping wine in a bubble bath — it’s often unglamorous, sometimes uncomfortable but always tailored to the individual.
Hope Rangaswami, Columnist April 15, 2019

What comes to mind when you hear the term self-care? You’re probably imagining someone slapping on an expensive face mask, sitting in a bubble bath and sipping on a glass of...

The Key to Happiness is Appreciating the Little Things

The Key to Happiness is Appreciating the Little Things

Thomas Price, Staff Writer September 6, 2017
It has become far more essential than ever before to remind yourself that enjoying the little flickers of joy and happiness in between the unavoidable void of darkness is still worth it. In fact, enjoying the small things is more important than ever before.
Daniel Lerner, co-professor of NYU’s popular “Science of Happiness” course. On Tuesday, Lerner published a book based on the class, titled “U Thrive: How to Succeed in College (and Life).”

Science of Happiness Professors Release Class-Based Book

Adriana Tapia, Contributing Writer April 19, 2017
If you can't take the "Science of Happiness" course, don't worry — the professors behind it have published a book based on the class.
Success Doesn’t Mean Faking Happiness

Success Doesn’t Mean Faking Happiness

Veronica Liow, Contributing Writer October 31, 2016
In an environment that puts so much emphasis on getting ahead, feeling unhappy can create the perception that one is falling behind in cultivating his or her success.
“Wiener-Dog”, a film written by NYU alumnus Todd Solondz, was recently shown at the Fusion Film Festival.

‘Wiener-Dog’ Kicks Off Fusion Film Festival

Daria Butler, Staff Writer March 7, 2016
The 2016 Fusion Film Festival opened with a screening of NYU alum Todd Solondz's new film "Wiener-Dog" followed by a Q&A with the director and producer Christine Vachon, Fusion's Woman of the Year.
Sun Club released their first full length album, “The Dongo Durango”, worldwide on October the 30th.

Catch some rays with pop band Sun Club

Carter Gray Shelter, Contributing Writer November 2, 2015

Sun-pop band Sun Club makes a point of playing only happy music. From Baltimore, Sun Club has made their career as an optimistic band, and will play at the Music Hall of Williamsburg...