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

Declassified: An NYU Survival Guide

Declassified: An NYU Survival Guide

April 18, 2022
So you got into NYU. Congratulations! Now what? Let us tell you all about the nitty gritty details of changing your major, navigating the Liberal Studies Core program, celebrating the weekend in NYC, and making lasting friendships.
A collage of icons symbolizing college social life (from top to bottom, left to right): a simple “what’s up” text message, a symbol for joining Greek organizations reading “I pledge ZTA”, a room plaque and notes.

How to win friends at NYU

Forming meaningful connections in the big city is no small task. Here are a few ways to meet people.
Nikkala Kovacevic, Staff Writer April 18, 2022

At some point on your NYU campus tour, your admissions ambassador probably uttered the words “the city is our campus” with an overly exaggerated gesture to the surrounding...

Many NYU students struggle with getting the right balance of sleep, study, and social life. (Photo by Jake Quan)

SSS or SOS: How Students Balance Their Sleep, Studies and Social Life

How to sail the stormy seas of the Bermuda triangle of college life.
Valerie, Stepanova April 5, 2019

Bobst has been your home for the past six hours. The only human interaction you've had is when the girl across from you asked you to watch her stuff and when the Postmates delivery...

Don’t Discount Commuters

Don’t Discount Commuters

Andrea Pineda-Salgado, Contributing Writer April 25, 2018
After finishing my first year at NYU as a commuter student, I have noticed a barrier between students who commute and students who board.
Don’t Let FOMO Rule Your Life

Don’t Let FOMO Rule Your Life

WSN Editorial Board February 16, 2016
There are many opportunities for NYU students, but a student can only venture out of their comfort zone so many times before you need a simple night of drinking to left off steam.