Letter from the editor: On change

Pricey Readers,

When desirous about my very own first 12 months at NYU, I vividly bear in mind the combo of feelings that stuffed my coronary heart — the joy of assembly new pals and the fun of exploring a brand new metropolis, alongside the occasional pangs of homesickness and self-doubt. I had skilled love and heartbreak, all of the ups and downs the transition from adolescence to maturity would convey. From dealing with the turbulent relationships and rejection letters to navigating the hustle and bustle of New York Metropolis, it was a rollercoaster trip, and having one thing dependable to show to made all of the distinction.

New York Metropolis might be exhausting. Adjusting to varsity might be exhausting. Adjusting to varsity in New York Metropolis typically seems like a psychological battle discipline. For a lot of of you, the environmental and way of life modifications will hit you want a truck, like they did for me after I first arrived. Nonetheless, after 4 years since I first set foot onto campus, I can confidently say that I’ve discovered my place. For me, that’s the WSN newsroom. It’s offered me with the construction and stability I wanted to navigate this metropolis. For you, that stability may come from considered one of NYU’s analysis laboratories, the dance workforce and even the cheese membership. 

School is about discovering who you might be, what you’re captivated with and what influence you wish to go away on the world. So, don’t be afraid to attempt new issues, be a part of golf equipment that curiosity you and take dangers. No matter the place you discover your home within the metropolis that’s our campus, WSN hopes to be a supply of consistency for you throughout this era of change.

We at WSN are not any stranger to alter — from having to beat struggles of publishing on the top of the pandemic to rebuilding after the employees’s collective resignation in 2020. Each considered one of us at WSN — editors, writers, photographers, artists — has skilled what it’s wish to be arriving at NYU for the primary time. We all know that change might be exhausting and we all know the significance of getting one thing reliable to understand onto. Whilst you spend the following 4 years navigating the labyrinth in fact picks and discovering your home on this various and vibrant campus neighborhood, we hope to be the trusted supply that you simply gravitate towards. 

Amid all of the change you might be about to expertise, we aspire to be a dependable supply of stories and happenings on and off campus, in addition to a platform in your voices to be heard. Our devoted employees at Washington Sq. Information is captivated with bringing you well timed, correct and interesting content material. From in-depth information investigations to thought-provoking opinion items, arts and leisure protection, and insightful interviews, we attempt to cowl a variety of matters that matter to you as members of the NYU neighborhood. In order you embark on this journey, we hope to be greater than only a publication for you. We wish to be a bridge connecting you to the heart beat of our campus, a platform that amplifies your experiences and a assist system to show to throughout each the thrilling and difficult moments of faculty life.

Sincerely,

Manasa Gudavalli

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Contact Manasa Gudavalli at [email protected].