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

New York Nightlife Is on the Rise With the New Nightlife Mayor

New York Nightlife Is on the Rise With the New Nightlife Mayor

Just let them dance.
Yasmin Gulec, Under the Arch Editor October 18, 2018
In a city with a population of students dying to experience everything New York has to offer after the sun goes down, what can the office of nightlife do for us?
Republican Mayor candidate Nicole Malliotakis gave a speech to students at an NYU College Republican meeting on Sept. 28. She discussed topics relevant to many NYU students like prioritizing improvements on the NYC Public Transit.

Republican Mayoral Candidate Speaks to College Republicans

Mack DeGeurin, Deputy News Editor September 29, 2017
Nicole Malliotakis, the Republican Candidate for New York City Mayor, spoke to NYUCR.
De Blasio Endorses SLAM, Discusses Racist Statues, Does Not Take Questions

De Blasio Endorses SLAM, Discusses Racist Statues, Does Not Take Questions

Caroline Haskins, Deputy News Editor September 27, 2017
Mayor Bill de Blasio visited his old Weinstein dorm room. During his visit, he said he would consider taking down certain statues and supported SLAM's objective of getting a student on NYU's Board of Trustees.
Bill De Blasio speaks at the NYU College Democrats’ “NYC Youth Rise Up Panel” in the Kimmel Center for University Life, April 26.

NYU College Democrats Host NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio

Jemima McEvoy, News Editor April 26, 2017
NYU College Democrats hosted an event at which guest speaker New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio discussed the importance of civil engagement.
Stefano Albertini, the director of Casa Italiana Zerilli-Marimò, gives the opening remarks.

Film event lauds Italian Americans

Julianne McShane, Staff Writer February 18, 2015
Casa Italiana hosted a preview screening of filmmaker John Maggio's "The Italian-Americans." The event included a special appearance by Mayor Bill de Blasio and a panel discussion including NYU faculty after the screening.
 Mayor Bill de Blasio has announced housing plans.

De Blasio confronts city housing shortage

Alex Bazeley, Deputy News Editor February 3, 2015
Mayor de Blasio makes an effort to provide affordable housing to residents.

Conflicts continue between NYPD, mayor

Alanna Bayarin, News Editor January 26, 2015
The gap between the NYPD, Mayor Bill de Blasio, and NYPD Commissioner William Bratton continues to grow.
Screenshot of digital.nyc

De Blasio announces creation of tech hub

Suebin Kim, Contributing Writer October 6, 2014
Mayor Bill De Blasio launched the Digital.NYC program this past week. Digital.NYC is a program meant to provide a place for "start-up innovators and grad students to angel investors and venture capitalists," to develop their ideas.
Avital Glibicky for WSN

De Blasio targets jaywalkers to stop traffic injuries

February 5, 2014
NYPD is ticketing more jaywalkers since Mayor de Blasio's "Vision Zero" plan was announced.
Hannah Luu/WSN

De Blasio begins first mayoral term with focus on snowstorms, taxes

January 26, 2014
Bill de Blasio's progressive policies are often viewed as a counter to Michael Bloomberg.
De Blasios policies may be too idealistic

De Blasio’s policies may be too idealistic

November 6, 2013
The Mayor-elect's proposed policies may be unrealizable in his term in office.
Profile: NYU Alumnus Bill de Blasio, 109th Mayor of New York City

Profile: NYU Alumnus Bill de Blasio, 109th Mayor of New York City

November 5, 2013
A profile of Bill de Blasio, 109th mayor-elect of New York City and NYU alumnus.