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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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Mills speaks on Israel-Hamas war response, decrease of male students in higher education

NYU president Linda Mills took part in a panel with four other presidents of New York City universities last week, in honor of Women’s History Month.
Dharma Niles, Deputy News Editor April 3, 2024

NYU president Linda Mills discussed her “action oriented” response to the Israel-Hamas war and concerns about the decreasing number of men enrolling in universities during...

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6 books to read this Women’s History Month

There are still a few days left to get riled up about the patriarchy.
Camryn Loor, Contributing Writer March 28, 2024

A great way to round out this Women’s History Month is by picking up a good book and getting lost in a women-led story. Whether you are an experienced reader of feminist philosophy...

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Staff Recs: Who runs the world?

Our favorite feminist media to carry you into this Women’s History Month cultured and empowered.

The greatest part of March — besides the warming weather — is that it celebrates women. It creates a space to go back in time and highlight powerful women in history who were...

Beyond NYU: Redefining the bra industry with Pepper

Lia Winograd, the co-founder of size-inclusive bra brand Pepper, joins WSN for Women’s History Month.
Jennifer Ren and Jen Lee March 29, 2023

Winograd: Your network is your net worth, and I think what I really focused on in the MBA was talking to as many people as possible, and I think that NYU was the connector to all...

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Celebrate women’s history year-round at these local spots

Women's History Month is coming to a close, but you can commemorate feminism all year at these city spots.
Alexa Donovan, Staff Writer March 29, 2023

Women’s History Month may be ending soon, but appreciation for feminism and women’s empowerment is a year-long affair. With a storied past and thriving culture celebrating...

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What to do this week: Women’s History Month concert and more

The Daybook is WSN’s weekly column listing in-person and online events at NYU and across New York City. This week: March 28 to April 3.
The News Desk March 27, 2022

NYU’s flagship art gallery reopens  12-5 p.m. at the Grey Art Gallery Free, restricted to the NYU community The Grey Art Gallery, NYU’s art museum, which has been...

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What to do this week: NYU event with Solange and more

The Daybook is WSN’s weekly column listing in-person and online events at NYU and across New York City. This week: March 7 to March 13.
Carmo Moniz and Lauren Ashe March 7, 2022

A gallery to reflect on loss Noon-5 p.m. at 8 Washington Mews Free, restricted to the NYU community NYU community members are invited to visit the “Grief Garden,” a...

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You can sit with us: CISE brings empowering pieces to the NYFW showroom

At the Black In Fashion Council’s Fall/Winter 2022 showroom, CISE and other designers provided both artistry and community support.
Con Xie, Contributing Writer February 17, 2022

On the sleek, minimalistic fifth floor of Soho’s Spring Studios, up-and-coming clothing and accessories brand CISE joined three other brands for the second half of the Black...

Charli XCX is an English singer and songwriter, focusing on pop music. She actively engages with her fans and uplifts queer voices, while creating pop hits. (Image via Wikimedia Commons, Stuart Sevastos)

Celebrating iconic women in music: Charli XCX

In honor of Women’s History Month, WSN writers share their most influential female artists.
Valentina Arrieta, Contributing Writer March 30, 2021

Charli XCX is the future of pop music. She is my favorite female artist of all time. As a queer woman and someone with an affinity for amazing music, I would be remiss not to honor...

NYU Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Developments female Music Technology students are taking note of the lack of representation and under-compensation for women in the music industry. The female music technology students are deprived of student diversity and role models within their field. (Staff Photo by Nicolas Pedrero-Setzer)

Music technology: not just a man’s world

Lack of female representation and undercompensation burdens the music industry. Female music technology students are taking note.
Candace Patrick, Staff Writer March 29, 2021

As Women History's Month comes to a close, we turn our attention to powerful women who have made vast contributions to the music industry. However, a lack of representation still...

Ani DiFranco is an American singer-songwriter who preaches coming-of-age anthems and unapologetic feminist views. She has been on the frontlines of political activism by performing and speaking at rallies and backing political candidates that align with her beliefs. (Staff Illustration by Susan Behrends Valenzuela)

Celebrating iconic women in music: Ani DiFranco

In honor of Women’s History Month, WSN writers share their most influential female artists.
Holly Seefeldt, Contributing Writer March 23, 2021

Ani DiFranco: singer, songwriter, poet, activist. No celebration of Women’s History Month would be complete without a nod to New York’s own “Little Folksinger.” As a young...

Lizzo is a female singer, rapper, songwriter, and flutist, who highlights intersectional feminism, fights for the equality of all women, and specifically speaks to women of color. She promotes self-love and lifts up her audiences and encourages them to empower others in their lives. (Staff Illustration by Susan Behrends Valenzuela)

Celebrating iconic women in music: Lizzo

In honor of Women’s History Month, WSN writers share their most influential female artists.
Maya Mehrara, Contributing Writer March 16, 2021

If you want to feel like a queen, without needing a crown, go ahead and blast Lizzo’s music.  Nobody represents or advocates for the modern woman quite like Lizzo. Lizzo’s...

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