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Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

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Members of the Northwestern University Graduate Workers union voted overwhelmingly in favor of ratifying its tentative contract agreement with the University.
NUGW members vote to ratify contract agreement with University
Casey He, City Editor • March 15, 2024

Members of the Northwestern University Graduate Workers union voted to ratify its tentative contract agreement with the University earlier this week, NUGW announced Friday. The three-year contract,...

Schill said he intends to start bringing in financial aid program funding through donations.
Q&A: University President Michael Schill discusses advisory committees, rising tuition costs
March 12, 2024
Hahn announced her speakership to the Class of 2024 in a surprise video.
Award-winning actress Kathryn Hahn to give 2024 Commencement speech
March 4, 2024
Students at Thursday’s vigil lit candles in honor of Nex Benedict.
Students honor transgender, nonbinary teen Nex Benedict at vigil
March 1, 2024
In his lecture, Eboe-Osuji argued that peace as a fundamental human right could help achieve global peace.
Buffett Institute hosts lecture with former president of the International Criminal Court
February 29, 2024
Event categories ranged from forestry to forensics.
NU Science Olympiad Club hosts third annual high school invitational
February 26, 2024
Ukrainian poet Alex Averbuch read excerpts from his poetry in Kresge Hall on Thursday.
Ukrainian poet Alex Averbuch reads excerpts from “The Jewish King” at NU event
February 26, 2024
In Focus: Northwestern Law employees, students allege toxic environment under Dean Osofsky
In Focus: Northwestern Law employees, students allege toxic environment under Dean Osofsky
February 29, 2024
This year, the SOA office has received more than 750 requests for SAAF, more than in previous years, according to SOA Associate Director Joe Lattal.
Student Activities Assistance Fund helps with club participation but leaves some students in need
February 29, 2024
Grace O’Connor and all four of her brothers are Northwestern Wildcats.
Q&A: St. Patrick’s Day Queen Grace O’Connor talks Chicago roots, Wildcat family
February 28, 2024
Generations of singers from the NU community and Chicago area concluded the event with a full-group rendition of “Total Praise.”
Community choirs come together for musical celebration of L. Stanley Davis
February 19, 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 Northwesterns Chicago campus Monday evening.
NU not aware of injuries after shots fired reported on Chicago campus
November 27, 2023
Students enjoyed chicken skewers, broccoli and fried rice noodles while they worked on guided discussion prompts after the talk.
One Book One Northwestern hosts Helen Cho for talk on Korean diaspora
February 29, 2024
Chloe Cole speaking behind a lectern that reads “Northwestern University” and “Young America’s Foundation” in front of a blue Young America’s Foundation backdrop.
NU College Republicans hosts “detransitioned” activist Chloe Cole
February 28, 2024
Protesters gathered around Sargent Hall, holding up signs that read “We demand justice for workers,” “Compass, realign your morals” and “Hold Compass accountable.”
SOLR-led walkout at Sargent Hall demands better conditions, adequate pay for Compass workers
February 27, 2024
The Black Studies community’s statement drew parallels between the “Black and Palestinian liberation struggles.”
Black Studies community urges University President Michael Schill to call for ceasefire in Gaza
February 26, 2024
The New Student Organization Support Fund allocates $5,000 to new student clubs each quarter.
ASG Senate distributes grants to new student organizations using $5,000 fund
Isaiah Steinberg, Assistant Campus Editor • February 29, 2024

The Associated Student Government Senate passed five resolutions and distributed $5,000 to 10 new student organizations at its Wednesday meeting. ASG’s New Student Organization...

NAWTE hosted a card-making event for Valentine’s Day.
Students embrace elegance, flair at Non-Alcoholic Wine Tasting Experience
Samantha Powers, Campus Editor • February 26, 2024

Students attired in button-downs and pajama pants sip non-alcoholic wine out of little plastic red cups, chatting and laughing as they explore a new hobby. This is the Non-Alcoholic...

Events for EDAW aim to decrease stigma.
Student Affairs aims to raise visibility, foster community during Eating Disorders Awareness Week
David Samson, Copy Chief • February 26, 2024

Content Warning: This story includes mentions of eating disorders and suicide. Starting Tuesday, the Division of Student Affairs is hosting a series of events ranging from performances...

Northwestern is one of 17 elite universities accused of price-fixing.
Northwestern to pay $43.5 million in settlement of financial aid lawsuit
Samantha Powers, Campus Editor • February 26, 2024

Northwestern agreed Friday to settle for $43.5 million in a class-action lawsuit against universities accused of considering financial need in admissions that were reportedly “need-blind.”  The...

The night included heartfelt speeches, songs, candle lighting and a moment of silence for those killed during the war.
Students gather for vigil two years after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
Gabriel Bernick, Reporter • February 26, 2024

Students gathered at Alice Millar Chapel Friday for a vigil organized by student group Northwestern for Ukraine. The vigil observed two years since Russia’s full-scale invasion of...

SESP senior and APAC Communications Co-Chair Lily Ng said the term “internment” suggests someone is at fault for their imprisonment, while the term “incarceration” more closely describes the injustice of the treatment of Japanese Americans during World War II.
Asian Pacific American Coalition hosts dialogue on reparations for Japanese Americans
Isaiah Steinberg, Assistant Campus Editor • February 26, 2024

Following the Day of Remembrance for Japanese Americans incarcerated during World War II, more than a dozen Northwestern students gathered in Kresge Hall on Friday afternoon to examine...

Members of the Northwestern University Graduate Workers union voted overwhelmingly in favor of ratifying its tentative contract agreement with the University.
NUGW reaches tentative contract agreement with the University, awaits full-group vote on ratification
Cole Reynolds and Samantha Powers February 23, 2024

Negotiators for the Northwestern University Graduate Workers union reached a tentative contract agreement with the University Wednesday night after a 14-hour bargaining session.  The...

A new Northwestern course is looking to tackle how Lana Del Rey’s discography and controversies implicate her listeners in U.S. Settler Colonialism.
Students are excited for Summertime Sadness this Spring Quarter
Luis Castañeda, Video Editor • February 23, 2024

When Lana Del Rey first came onto the scene with her breakthrough song Video Games, Ph.D. candidate in performance studies Madeleine Le Cesne was 16 years old. Le Cesne said the...

Workshop participants were put into breakout rooms, where they practiced facilitating and participating in dialogue using excerpts from “Crying in H Mart.”
Faculty learn strategies for discussing grief, identity at One Book One Northwestern workshop
Joyce Li, Assistant Campus Editor • February 23, 2024

Faculty, staff and graduate students discussed strategies for fostering meaningful classroom dialogue and supporting students grappling with trauma at an online workshop Thursday morning. The...

FSL Director Keith Garcia said any violations of the Student Code of Conduct should cease immediately and may be investigated by the University.
NU Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life discourages alleged incidents of hazing during new member season
Samantha Powers, Campus Editor • February 22, 2024

In a letter circulated to all fraternity and sorority members Wednesday night, Northwestern’s Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life reminded members of anti-hazing policies and resources. New...

Debaters discuss the Citizens United case at Northwestern Pritzker School of Law.
Debaters square off over the impact of Citizens United at Pritzker
Betsy Lecy, Reporter • February 22, 2024

Northwestern’s Pritzker School of Law hosted a debate to discuss whether the Supreme Court case Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission undermined democracy Wednesday. The...

Weinberg freshman and Senator Eliza Marcus proposed a resolution to introduce reusable to-go cups in Northwestern dining halls.
ASG Senate introduces legislation for reusable Ozzi cups and prepares to fund new student groups
Isaiah Steinberg, Assistant Campus Editor • February 22, 2024

The Associated Student Government Senate heard a new resolution on reusable to-go cups and discussed the New Student Organization Support Fund at its meeting Wednesday. Weinberg...

Guest chef Jerl Griffin prepared affogatos with BLK & Bold espresso.
NU Dining’s annual Black History Month Celebratory Dinner brings Black American recipes, music to dining halls
Joyce Li, Assistant Campus Editor • February 21, 2024

Students enjoyed a variety of dishes originating from Black American culture at Northwestern Dining’s Black History Month Celebratory Dinner Wednesday evening in Sargent Dining Hall. Recipes...

Student composers reflected on their creative methods after a Tuesday night concert showcasing their original work.
Stringing along: Bienen's student composers concert showcases students’ musical journeys
Samanta Habashy, Senior Staffer • February 21, 2024

Some Northwestern students aren’t just writing essays or lab reports for class — instead, they’re creating original musical scores.  Four such students showcased their original...

Alex Edelman is a stand-up comedian from New York City.
Comedian Alex Edelman quips about ongoing tour, creative process at NU Hillel
Jerry Wu, Assistant Campus Editor • February 21, 2024

Laughter rang through Northwestern Hillel on Tuesday night as comedian Alex Edelman shared insights into his stand-up show “Just for Us,” his creative process and the comedy world. His...

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