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

A man wearing a gray suit and a khaki hat does tricks on a bicycle as two girls both wearing jean shorts — one with a black top, and the other with a floral camisole and teal cardigan — pose for a photo together.

The people of Washington Square Park

A photographer captures people in and around the center of NYU’s campus.
Sheridan Smith, Staff Photographer October 8, 2022

A reproductive rights protest at Washington Square Park. Protesters hold signs saying “Jews for Productive Rights,” “Men of Quality don’t fear Equality,” “NYU stand up for Reproductive Rights,” “Sex is beautiful; Reproduction is optional,” “Abortion is Healthcare” and “Abortion = Healthcare = Human Right.” NYU sophomore JJ Briscoe holds a megaphone and speaks to the crowd.

Students protest Bobst Library anti-abortion demonstrators

NYU students rallied for reproductive rights in Washington Square Park last Thursday in response to an anti-abortion protest outside of NYU’s Bobst Library the previous week.
Lauren Ashe, Senior Staff Writer April 4, 2022
A group of NYU students organized a rally in Washington Square Park last Thursday in response to an anti-abortion protest held outside of NYU’s Bobst Library during the prior week.
The famous Washington Square Park arch is a must-see sight on NYU’s no-wall campus. Not walking under it has also been the one tradition the university shares for years. (Staff photo by Jake Capriotti)

Walking Under the Arch: Fact or Fiction?

Walk under the arch if you dare.
Sabrina Choudhary, Staff Writer February 24, 2020

One of the most unique aspects of NYU is its fast pace of life on and off-campus. NYU students are an independent and motivated breed, well-adapted to their campus without walls....

Mayor Bill de Blasio and First Lady Chirlane McCray leaving the event.

New York City Remembers MLK on 50th Anniversary of Final Speech

Paul Kim, Staff Writer April 4, 2018
An event paying tribute to Martin Luther King Jr. was held in Washington Square Park Tuesday night on the 50th anniversary of his last speech.
WaSquaPa Is Not Just Ours

WaSquaPa Is Not Just Ours

Wayne Chen, Staff Writer February 12, 2018
The NYU community often takes Washington Square Park for granted, but it's not our park to begin with.
On Sept. 8, upwards of 40 people ran through the Washington Square Arch like anime character Naruto. CAS Sophomore Iffat Nur organized the viral event.

Students Run Wild for Naruto

Nicole Rosenthal, Contributing Writer September 25, 2017
CAS sophomore Iffat Nur's Run Through Washington Square Arch Naruto Style and Scream Like Goku In Front of Washington Square Arch events have garnered national interest and spawned copycat events throughout the country.
Exposure | Manhattan Stories

Exposure | Manhattan Stories

Kevin Jiang, Staff Photographer March 7, 2017
"Manhattan Stories" offers the various adventures of a novice photographer, as he improves through each new endeavor.
Face-to-Face at the Rally With Bernie Supporters

Face-to-Face at the Rally With Bernie Supporters

Lexi Faunce, News Editor April 18, 2016
WSN looked at who showed up to the Bernie Sanders rally in Washington Square Park on Wednesday.
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.
Students often have their own shortcuts while crossing Washington Square Park.

Go inside the Washington Square Arch without leaving your home

Alex Bazeley, News Editor November 30, 2015
The NYC Department of Parks and Recreation gave Periscope viewers an inside look at the Washington Square Arch.