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

Washington Square News

A line of women in purple pinnies and black shorts running on grass.

NYU women’s cross country team clinches first UAA victory

The Violets outpaced the No. 1 ranked University of Chicago in the school’s first-ever conference championship.
Ethan Rendon, Staff Writer October 31, 2023

In a historic victory, the NYU women's cross country team won the University Athletic Association Championship race — the program’s first postseason competition — this past...

A student walks through the N.Y.U Bookstore entrance.

Off-Third: “Anti-NYU” merch line now available at bookstore

Save showing your college pride for your hometown. It's not welcome here.
Lily Ritterman-Peña, Contributing Writer March 3, 2023

Off-Third is WSN’s satire column. To prepare for the arrival of the newly accepted class of 2027, NYU is stepping up its merch game with a new line of streetwear that is revolutionizing...

Liz Argenziano, Joe Argenziano, and Nick Argenziano pose looking at the camera against a black backdrop. They are all wearing white NYU Athletics uniforms. Liz is holding a soccer ball on her shoulder.

It Runs in The Family

From kids to college students, sports and family have always been inseparable for these three NYU athletes.
Sydney Barragan, Under the Arch Editor October 20, 2022

An illustration of New York University’s Bobcat mascot against a purple background, with a red line striking it out. The Bobcat is wearing a dark purple athletic vest with the letters “N.Y.U.” printed on it.

Opinion: The NYU mascot is meaningless. We need a new one.

Do you feel represented as a Bobcat? I don’t.
Matthew Franco, Staff Writer October 19, 2022

I looked into NYU’s mascot, and it turns out we aren’t the cute NYU Violets I thought we were. No, we’ve been the NYU Bobcats for almost 40 years. According to NYU’s website,...

Lauren Hall-Gregory, the women’s basketball team’s head coach, during a practice on Feb. 1. She recently earned her 100th win, while the team finished runner-up in the ECAC tournament.

NYU Men’s and Women’s Basketball Capture Wins

A recap of NYU athletics action from the past week.
Brendan Duggan, Sports Editor November 20, 2018
A recap of NYU athletics action from the past week.
Robert Shellow and Maxi Rodriguez celebrate their second goal.

Second Straight Victory for Men’s Soccer Team

Alex Domb, Contributing Writer September 11, 2017
NYU Men's Soccer defeats Hunter College on Saturday, September 9.
Scratch the Bobcat, “Violets” Are More Colorful

Scratch the Bobcat, “Violets” Are More Colorful

Thomas Price, Staff Writer November 2, 2016
The Violet represents the same merit that Stanford has with the Cardinal, yet holds true to the flair and Bohemian culture of Greenwich Village.
Patricia Stirb recorded five blocks in Wednesdays match against Stevens.

Women’s volleyball on track after win versus Stevens

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor October 14, 2015
The NYU women's volleyball team looked to reach the .500 mark for the first time since September 26 against Stevens Institute of Technology.

Violet basketball has high hopes for post-season

Michael Thompson, Contributing Writer November 7, 2014

Regular season action tips off for NYU’s men’s and women’s basketball teams on Nov. 15 at Coles Sports Center. After successful campaigns last year, both teams hope to continue...

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NYU Lady Violets score big, win 5-1

Bobby Wagner, Contributing Writer September 29, 2014
The women's soccer team routed DeSales University 5-1 over the weekend.
Staff graphic by Cicek Erel

Weekend Wrap Up: Sept. 27-28

Kyle Luther, Contributing Writer September 29, 2014
The women's volleyball team emerges victorious, while the cross-country teams and men's golf team place well in respective tournaments.
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Men’s soccer holds on to perfect streak

Kyle Luther, Contributing Writer September 11, 2014
The men's soccer team dominated City College of New York in a 4-0 rout.