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Washington Square News

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

Washington Square News

An illustration of a wooden box in a park. A pair of legs with blue jeans and black Converse sneakers stands on top of the box. The box reads “WSN.”

The Soapbox: The fight against sexual abuse continues

The Soapbox is a weekly column by WSN’s news desk examining the major developments in world news and rounding up the stories we think are worth the read this week. Global consciousness for a global university.
Kristian Burt, News Editor February 11, 2022

In the Catholic Church, religious leaders cover up abuse Former Pope Benedict XVI denied allegations of misconduct on Tuesday regarding the mishandling of sexual abuse cases involving...

(Staff photo by Taylor Knight)

Pyrite

Pyrite, more commonly known as fool's gold, lacks the strength of real gold and falls apart with little effort. This series of images from Christian churches accompanies Deputy Exposures Editor Taylor Knight’s inquest into the validity of religion and its role in his life.
Taylor Knight, Deputy Exposures Editor November 8, 2021

I prayed. I went to church. My family believed in God. I thought I did as well. It was only when I discovered Greek mythology through Rick Riordan’s Percy Jackson series that...

A year after COVID, how are students handling their second pandemic Easter? (Staff Photo by Jake Capriotti)

How NYU students celebrate Easter during COVID-19

COVID-19 regulations prompt NYU students to reimagine the Easter holiday.
Sarah Gil, Staff Writer April 5, 2021

Easter Sunday, a day usually filled with chocolate bunnies, egg hunts and family meals will look quite different this year for NYU students. While the holiday carries a religious...

A final vision of Stacy’s map that reflects the first impression he hopes to subject players before. (Photo courtesy of Paris Stacy)

Paris Stacy, Player Agency and Art Against the Odds

The Tisch game designer has continued to refine his game project even after contracting the coronavirus.
Nicolas Pedrero-Setzer, Music Editor, Music Editor April 24, 2020

A funny dynamic arises in the relationship between the fact that a video game level presents players with the liberty to go about solving it all the while purposefully concealing...

The inside of La Sagrada Familia in Barcelona, Spain.

Exposure | Take Me to Church

Anna Letson, Multimedia Editor October 23, 2017
Religious buildings create a connect the dots map that shows you the spread of various religions, beliefs and empires across Europe and their lasting impacts.

Although the Financial District is home to many companies and offices, it also offers a variety of shopping options and great food.

Fun in FiDi?

Patrick Pauley, Contributing Writer October 11, 2017
Explore FiDi with us!
A statue in NYUs Catholic Center observes students as they make their decisions on what to give up for Lent.

Sacrifice in the City

Louis Rodriguez, Contributing Writer March 29, 2017
In the midst of the Lent season, some Christian members of the NYU community describe what Lent is, what is means to them and what they're giving up.
The Club, directed by Pablo Larraín, follows the story of four former priests and the woman who tends to them and how their lives are disrupted by a Vatican emissary.

“The Club” Succeeds Without Being Preachy

Tony Schwab, Staff Writer February 5, 2016
The Chilean film is a thought-provoking look at priests and sexual abuse.
Left to right: Rev. Richard Cizik, Dr. Helene Slessarev-Jamir, John Rogers, Toni Reynolds, Rev. Dr. Tony Richie, Jill Rauh, Jim Winkler, Dr. Colt Anderson speak during a panel on Wednesday regarding the role of religion in politics.

Panel parses religion, politics

Alanna Bayarin, Staff Writer October 29, 2014
A panel was held to discuss the role of religion in politics.
Pope resignation brings to light matters of personal choice within the Church

Pope resignation brings to light matters of personal choice within the Church

March 8, 2013
Despite being openly criticized by his decision to abdicate from the papacy, Joseph Ratzinger might have done the Church a favor, forcing to recognize the implications of a changing world.