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

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Beyond books and bedding: The comfort objects students bring to college

College is a period of uncharted change. Here’s what five students brought to school to help them stay grounded through it all.
Michael Lando, Contributing Writer Oct 20, 2023

Deciding what to bring to college is a unique and personal process. After all, our belongings tell our story. They can reflect our interests, remind us of our loved ones, even...

A person sits in bed and cries while holding a family photo. They are sitting in their college dorm bedroom, and a New York University flag hangs on the wall. The text “FAKE NEWS” is written across the image in red.

Off-Third: Homesickness is not real

Everything is so great here, why would you miss home? This is better than home!
Molly Koch, Contributing Writer Sep 21, 2022

Off-Third is WSN’s satire column. We are now entering week three of the semester. You’re finally getting used to your schedule and settling in. You’re so happy and everything...

No matter where you come from, homesickness is bound to hit you at some point after moving to New York.

A Home Away From Home

Thomas Chou, Deputy Features Editor Sep 13, 2017
For some, being away from home for the first time or living in a completely new environment can trigger these lonely feelings — but do not worry, whether you are a freshman or a senior here at NYU, feeling homesick is completely normal.
A student poses with his parents on Oct. 22, 2016 during NYU Parents Day. College can put a boundary between the student and their parents, but the annual Parents Day event allows both parties to reconnect and observe NYU life.

How Your Parents Transformed Into Your Friends

Kate Holland, Staff Writer Mar 8, 2017
Leaving home for college can feel like you're breaking up with your parents. Surprisingly, you might find that you love and appreciate them even more once you're on your own.
From London to Dunkin, Homesickness Has Layers

From London to Dunkin, Homesickness Has Layers

Thomas Devlin, Editor-At-Large Sep 12, 2016

Leave it to humans to diagnose people missing their homes with a sickness. God forbid someone live in a new place for the first time ever and take some time getting used to it....

The Dream School: Will It Make You or Break You?

The Dream School: Will It Make You or Break You?

Bobby Wagner, Managing Editor Sep 12, 2016

It is both dangerous and rewarding to construct a lofty expectation for what you will experience when you arrive at college. By now, it’s well-documented that NYU has garnered...

A Home 3,000 Miles Away From Home

A Home 3,000 Miles Away From Home

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor Sep 12, 2016

On the first day of freshman year, I gave each of my roommates a bottle of maple syrup and a package of maple sugar candy. Everything that came after felt somewhat inevitable. I...

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