Manasa Gudavalli

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‘Gaza Solidarity Encampment’ becomes site of mass arrest at NYU

Apr 23, 2024 | nyunews.com | Krish Dev |Manasa Gudavalli |Emily Genova |Yezen Saadah |Matt Petres |Julia Smerling | +3 more

WSN photographers documented protest and police activity from early morning to late in the evening on Monday, the day the “Gaza Solidarity Encampment” was set up in Gould Plaza. April 23, 2024 The “Gaza Solidarity Encampment” began with dozens of protesters gathering at Gould Plaza early Monday morning, calling for NYU to divest from companies with ties to Israel.
Letter from the editor: On reflection

Jan 22, 2024 | nyunews.com | Manasa Gudavalli

It’s my last first day of school. Today signifies the first page of the final chapter of my undergraduate years at NYU — a moment wrapped in nostalgia, accomplishment and the thrill of new beginnings. In the midst of this, I am excited to embark on another semester and, for the last time, lead the university’s independent student newspaper the Washington Square News. The start of a new academic semester has always carried a certain magic — a promise of discovery, growth and forging new connections.
Letter from the editor: On celebration

Oct 27, 2023 | nyunews.com | Manasa Gudavalli

It is with great pleasure and immense pride that I write to you today to commemorate a significant milestone in our publication’s history. 2023 marks the 50th anniversary of the Washington Square News — 50 years of relentless dedication to independent reporting, to informed discourse, to training the next generation of journalists. Our five-decade journey is a testament to our unwavering commitment to the pursuit of truth in a dynamic world, both on and off campus.
Parsons MFA ‘We Dem Kids’ Show Breaks Away From the Expected - YR Media

Sep 15, 2023 | yr.media | Manasa Gudavalli |Kathy Chaney

New York City, NY — by Manasa GudavalliThis story was originally published on New York University’s Washington Square News. The Master of Fine Arts program at The New School’s Parsons School of Design presented its New York Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2024 collection “We Dem Kids” at the Brooklyn Museum on Sept. 11, featuring the designs of 15 fashion design graduate students. The show began with a spoken-word poem by Sean Slaughter.
WHENSMOKECLEARS brings ‘Uptown Couture’ to the runway

Sep 15, 2023 | nyunews.com | Manasa Gudavalli

WHENSMOKECLEARS exemplifies New York City fashion at Spring/Summer 2024 New York Fashion Week. Sep 15, 2023 WHENSMOKECLEARS debuted its Spring/Summer 2024 collection in Spring Studios on Sept. 13, bringing genderless ready-to-wear designs to the runway. The founders, Thermal and K$ace, define their brand as “Uptown Couture,” emulating their New York City roots as Harlem and the Bronx natives.
Parsons MFA ‘We Dem Kids’ show breaks away from the expected

Sep 14, 2023 | nyunews.com | Manasa Gudavalli

The Master of Fine Arts program at The New School’s Parsons School of Design presented its New York Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2024 collection “We Dem Kids” at the Brooklyn Museum on Sept 11, featuring the designs of 15 fashion design graduate students. The show began with a spoken-word poem by Sean Slaughter.
What to expect when you’re expecting: NYU Welcome edition

Aug 4, 2023 | nyunews.com | Manasa Gudavalli |Naisha Roy

In the days following the chaos and excitement of your dorm move-in, you’ll get to experience NYU’s version of student orientation — NYU Welcome. From Aug. 26 to Sept. 15, you’ll have the opportunity to take part in activities, events, bonding experiences and more with your fellow incoming students. It will be your official introduction to NYU and its community before classes begin. From themed gatherings to parties, NYU Welcome can certainly be fun, but also jam-packed and overwhelming at times.
Letter from the editor: On change

Aug 4, 2023 | nyunews.com | Manasa Gudavalli

Dear Readers,When thinking about my own first year at NYU, I vividly remember the mix of emotions that filled my heart — the excitement of meeting new friends and the thrill of exploring a new city, alongside the occasional pangs of homesickness and self-doubt. I had experienced love and heartbreak, all the ups and downs the transition from adolescence to adulthood would bring.
NBC journalists walk out over unfair labor practices

Feb 10, 2023 | nyunews.com | Manasa Gudavalli

NBC journalists went on a 24-hour strike on Feb. 9 following unsuccessful contract negotiations with the company’s management. Manasa Gudavalli , Editor at-Large Over 200 employees from NBC News, MSNBC and The Today Show staged a walkout on Thursday, Feb. 9 to protest NBC management’s bargaining practices and recent layoffs.