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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

Abroad

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Your next semester belongs in Accra

Most students overlook the Ghanaian capital as an option when studying abroad — what beauty are they missing?
Skye Hill, Contributing Writer May 5, 2026

My first introduction to Africa was a UNICEF ad depicting starving children begging for morsels of food. Western countries’ perceptions of the continent are skewed toward...

(Photo by Dylan Henschen, illustration by Suditi Sircar)

Don’t study abroad to get over your situationship

Airing out all of my business because I’m a lovesick lunatic.
Dylan Henschen, Staff Writer April 30, 2026

I detest the phrase “the worst he can say is no.” It is simply untrue, and in my case, a complete oversimplification of 10 months worth of watching “Love on the Spectrum,”...

The NYU Abu Dhabi campus. (Sam Klein for WSN)

NYU opens daily access to Abu Dhabi campus

Administrators said they will share “key decisions” regarding the Abu Dhabi commencement next week, as details on the U.S.-Iran ceasefire come to light.
Aashna Miharia, Deputy Managing Editor April 23, 2026

Students based in the United Arab Emirates will gain daily access to labs, offices and classrooms at NYU Abu Dhabi starting Monday, following two weeks of having to request entry...

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4 great eats in Madrid’s Chinatown

NYU Madrid students can still fulfill that Manhattan Chinatown-sized hole in their stomach with these spots.
Aidan Levin, Staff Writer April 14, 2026

For students rooted in Manhattan, it might be easy to take Chinatown’s authentic bites and late-night spots for granted. But if you’re currently thinking about studying...

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Where to eat like a Madrileño at NYU Madrid

Skip the tourist traps and discover the neighborhood spots near campus that serve Spanish food the right way.
Aidan Levin, Staff Writer February 12, 2026

Upon beginning my semester abroad in Madrid, I was met with my fellow classmates’ underwhelming reactions to Spanish cuisine. Though they decided to live in Spain’s capital...

NYU’s Abu Dhabi campus. (Sam Klein for WSN)

NYU Abu Dhabi to offer master’s in data science and AI

At the first program of its kind in the United Arab Emirates, students will specialize in one of seven industries.
Chantal Mann, Staff Writer October 29, 2025

NYU Abu Dhabi will welcome its first cohort of students pursuing a Master’s in Interdisciplinary Data Science and Artificial Intelligence in fall 2026, making it the first institution...

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Stern MBA program launches at Abu Dhabi campus

NYU President Linda Mills attended the degree’s inaugural ceremony on Monday.
Amanda Chen, Deputy News Editor February 14, 2025

President Linda Mills made an appearance at the Feb. 10 inauguration ceremony for NYU Abu Dhabi’s Master of Business Administration program, which welcomed its first class this...

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NYU Abu Dhabi partners with Emirati tech company to further 6G research

Through this collaboration, students and faculty at the Abu Dhabi campus will be able to explore the advanced wireless cellular technology through internships and research opportunities.
Vaishnavi Girish, Contributing Writer February 11, 2025

NYU Abu Dhabi has partnered with one of the largest telecommunications companies in the United Arab Emirates to expand programming in wireless technology, allowing students and...

A residential area with white, structural buildings filled with square windows.

Say ‘bonjour’ to NYU Paris’ newest dorm

The study abroad site’s newest apartment-style residence hall, YouFirst Porte d’Ivry, is a half-hour tram ride away from main campus.
Sara Sharma, Staff Writer November 1, 2024

Since the start of the semester, NYU Paris has had a new housing option at YouFirst Porte d’Ivry, a third-party student residence located on the outskirts of Paris in Ivry-sur-Seine....

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Amnesty reports heightened concern over Abu Dhabi campus

The human rights group detailed the deportation of an instructor and threats of prosecution under Emirati law.
Dharma Niles and Krish Dev August 29, 2024

Human rights nonprofit Amnesty International reported escalated restrictions at NYU’s Abu Dhabi campus, alleging that faculty were told criticism of university leadership could...