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Northwestern to develop $20 million AI institute for astrophysics research
Nineth Kanieski Koso, Assistant Campus Editor • September 18, 2024

Northwestern has secured a $20 million grant, funded by the National Science Foundation and the Simons Foundation, to develop a new artificial intelligence institute for astrophysics research, the University...

Many of Northwestern’s existing shuttle routes will continue to operate, like the Intercampus shuttle.
Northwestern introduces improvements to transportations system after discontinuing CTA 201 Ventra card program
September 17, 2024

A demonstrator records as Thrasher and others attempt to prevent University Police officers from dismantling the encampment. “You will not touch our students,” Thrasher repeatedly declared as officers attempted to break the human chain.
Medill investigates professor who participated in pro-Palestine encampment, cancels his classes
September 11, 2024
The three new members have led careers in a wide swath of industries.
Northwestern names three new members to Board of Trustees
September 11, 2024
Schill had prefaced a month early in an email to the NU community his efforts targeted to fight anti-semitism, Islamophobia and other forms of hate on campus.
Overnight stay ban, display zones, safety guidelines: What to know about Northwestern’s new demonstration policies
September 11, 2024
The chosen cohort of Medill students will be based in Springfield during the legislative session and in Chicago when the session’s in break.
Medill announces new program for students to cover Illinois politics
September 10, 2024
 U.S. v. Skrmetti will consider Tennessee's ban on providing gender-affirming medical care, including puberty blockers and hormones, to transgender minors.
Pritzker LGBTQI+ Rights Clinic files amicus brief in Supreme Court gender-affirming care case
September 4, 2024
The message expanded on an email from University President Michael Schill last month announcing policy changes implemented over the summer.
University administration rolls out new demonstration, discrimination policies
September 5, 2024
The encampment organized by NU Divestment Coalition took place over five days on Deering Meadow in late April.
Northwestern files motion to dismiss lawsuit on pro-Palestinian encampment response
August 28, 2024
NU Alum Casey Goonan (Weinberg ’22) is being held on a $1 million bail.
NU Alum arrested on firebombing suspicions at UC Berkeley
June 19, 2024
Eig won the 2024 Pulitzer Prize for Biography for his sixth book, “King: A Life.”
Pulitzer Prize winner, Medill alum Jonathan Eig seeks to tell ‘ambitious’ stories through biography
May 22, 2024
Northwestern issues "all clear" message for shooting threat on Evanston campus
February 26, 2024
Several alerts informed community members of an active threat event on Northwestern's Chicago campus Monday evening.
NU not aware of injuries after shots fired reported on Chicago campus
November 27, 2023
Members of the Ryan family pose at the Ryan Field groundbreaking ceremony Monday.
Northwestern hosts groundbreaking ceremony at Ryan Field construction site
June 25, 2024
Northwestern’s class of 2024 is made up of 7,720 undergraduate and graduate students.
Kathryn Hahn declares class of 2024 “worthy of celebration” in commencement address
June 10, 2024
The Cook County State Attorney’s office said that the decision is “consistent” with their policy about peaceful protesters.
Misdemeanor charges dropped against NU faculty for activity during pro-Palestinian encampment
July 19, 2024
In Spring Quarter, Greenwell showed a preview of the documentary to students at a South Area residential event.
‘Hearing Silences’ highlights experiences of Black female faculty at Northwestern
May 23, 2024
NU cheerleaders at Northwestern Basketball’s game against Northern Illinois University on Nov. 27, 2023, at Welsh-Ryan Arena. Former cheerleader Hayden Richardson sued the University for alleged forced labor and sex trafficking in 2021.
Former Northwestern cheerleader drops forced labor, sex trafficking lawsuit
Jacob Wendler, Editor in Chief • August 28, 2024

A former cheerleader dropped her lawsuit against Northwestern for alleged forced labor and sex trafficking Wednesday, bringing to an end a yearslong legal battle over the treatment...

According to the open letter, the Feinberg School of Medicine deleted photos of Middle Eastern students and students wearing keffiyehs from Instagram and Flickr.
Open letter alleges anti-Arab discrimination at Feinberg
Jacob Wendler, Editor in Chief • August 26, 2024

An open letter to the Feinberg School of Medicine administration circulated over the weekend alleged that the medical school removed photos of Middle Eastern students and photos of...

University President Michael Schill testifies before the House Committee on Education and the Workforce on Capitol Hill in May.
University President Michael Schill announces new efforts to fight antisemitism, Islamophobia on campus
Jacob Wendler, Editor in Chief • August 20, 2024

University President Michael Schill shared updates on new efforts to fight antisemitism, Islamophobia and other forms of hate in a Tuesday afternoon email to the Northwestern community. The...

The Cook County State Attorney’s office said that the decision is “consistent” with their policy about peaceful protesters.
Four individuals face charges for April's pro-Palestine encampment
Shannon Tyler, Summer Editor in Chief • July 16, 2024

Northwestern Police Department issued four class A misdemeanor citations this month to individuals involved in the pro-Palestine encampment on Deering Meadow in late April.  The...

Imran Sultan said he considered climate maps to figure out where to go to see the eclipse.
Nights at Dearborn Observatory, CIERA Astronomer Evenings bring astronomy education to the public
Nineth Kanieski Koso, Reporter • July 3, 2024

Every Friday evening, Northwestern’s Dearborn Observatory holds free “Friday Nights at the Dearborn Observatory” where the public can come and look through the Dearborn telescope.  The...

Pritzker School of Law. The lawsuit comes just over a year after the Supreme Court ended the use of affirmative action in the college admission process.
Lawsuit against Pritzker School of Law alleges its hiring process discriminates against white men
Shannon Tyler, Summer Editor in Chief • July 3, 2024

A conservative activist group filed a lawsuit Tuesday against the Pritzker School of Law alleging its hiring process discriminates against white men by giving preference to candidates...

Ann Lurie was a life trustee of Northwestern and gave over $60 million over the years.
Ann Lurie, distinguished Chicago Philanthropist, dies at 79
Shreya Snrinivasan, Print Managing Editor • July 1, 2024

Ann Lurie, a distinguished Chicago philanthropist with social service, health care institutions at Northwestern and globally, died Monday due to complications from a recent illness...

Computer with speech bubbles featuring a book, a chart and a graph. The background is purple.
Students pursue passions and policies in summer research
Chiara Kim, Senior Staffer • June 27, 2024

When trying to go to downtown Chicago, rising Weinberg junior Jun Park realized the Purple Line often doesn’t come on time. He sometimes found himself stuck at Howard station for...

Green field with purple and white paint with white roof above
Independent review of athletics department released, puts forth key recommendations
Lucas Kim, Print Managing Editor • June 27, 2024

Northwestern released the full report by law firm Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP detailing the results of the firm’s independent review of the University’s reporting...

Queering The Map launched in 2017 as a class project. It now hosts hundreds of thousands of anonymous queer experiences, including some on campus.
Queering The Map shows queer love on campus
Jorge Martinez, Reporter • June 19, 2024

Northwestern freshman Aaron, who wanted to use a pseudonym for safety, hovered his computer mouse over Shepard Hall on a map before dropping a pin with a message.  “I had my first...

Dominic, a McCormick student who asked to use a pseudonym, estimated about a quarter of students cheated in Computer Science 211, a requirement for computer science majors and minors.
‘You know absolutely nothing’: Students frustrated with NU’s handling of academic integrity cases
Isaiah Steinberg, Senior Staffer • June 19, 2024

When she received a “vague” email accusing her of an academic integrity violation, Northwestern undergraduate Kate, who asked to use a pseudonym for fear of retribution, was concerned...

A white brick building
NU’s Summer Class Schedule offers flexibility, opportunities for academic advancement
David Samson, Print Managing Editor • June 18, 2024

Whether you’re looking to knock out that pesky distro, take the next step in your academic journey, gain valuable professional skills or just try something new, Northwestern’s Summer...

A man in a suit, smiling, stands in front of a scientific research lab.
Chemistry Prof, NU scientist Dr. Chad Mirkin awarded 2024 Kavli Prize in Nanoscience
Shreya Srinivasan, Print Managing Editor • June 13, 2024

Chemistry professor, Northwestern nanoscientist and director of the International Institute for Nanotechnology Dr. Chad Mirkin was awarded the 2024 Kavli Prize in Nanoscience by the...

Before coming to Northwestern, Derrick Gragg had served as athletic director at both the University of Tulsa and Eastern Michigan University.
Derrick Gragg appointed as Northwestern’s vice president for athletic strategy, search for new athletic director begins
Lucas Kim, Print Managing Editor • June 13, 2024

Nearly three years after beginning his tenure as Northwestern’s athletic director, Derrick Gragg will transition to the newly created role of vice president for athletic strategy,...

The protest outside the United Center in the University’s designated “free speech zone” saw over 100 people, including graduates who walked out, family members and community members.
Pro-Palestinian graduates walk out of 2024 Commencement Ceremony in solidarity with Gaza
Shannon Tyler, Summer Editor in Chief • June 9, 2024

Shortly after the procession of Northwestern’s class of 2024 into the United Center for the 166th Annual Commencement Ceremony, over 50 graduates, some holding Palestinian flags,...

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