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Morton Schapiro, right, and Gary Morson, left, discuss their book “Cents and Sensibility: What Economics Can Learn from the Humanities” in 2017. Schapiro and Morson co-authored an op-ed in The Washington Post arguing that more people should think like economists.

[Photo] ‘It’s time for a recommitment to prudence,’ Schapiro writes in a Washington Post op-ed

April 11, 2019
Northwestern defenders sack Duke quarterback Daniel Jones during the two teams' 2016 meeting. Jones then torched the Wildcats in 2017 and will start Saturday's game in Evanston.

[Photo] Football: Northwestern gets third chance to contain Daniel Jones’ Duke offense

September 6, 2018
Kellogg Global Hub, home to the Kellogg School of Management. The graduate school hosted a summit this week to discuss the issues women face in the business industry.

[Photo] Kellogg hosts Global Women’s Summit to discuss challenges for women in business

May 10, 2018
Sammy Nettling takes a swing. The senior catcher has been red hot at the plate in recent weeks.

[Photo] Softball: Wildcats look to keep rolling against Loyola

April 24, 2018
Kellogg School of Management’s Global Hub, 2211 Campus Drive. The event will be held in the Global Hub on Feb. 20.

[Photo] Kellogg to host panel with former Obama administration officials

February 19, 2018
Evanston Public Library, 1703 Orrington Ave. Library staff invited two Chicago drag queens to speak to Evanston’s LGBTQ teens on Oct. 11.

[Photo] Chicago drag queens to speak at Evanston Public Library

September 28, 2017
Tyler Lancaster (center) fights a block in a game last year. Lancaster was given the prestigious No. 1 jersey this season.

[Photo] Football Notebook: Lancaster ‘proud’ to receive No. 1 jersey, calls it ‘a responsibility’

August 9, 2017
Connor Lind hits down the third base line. The junior said Northwestern will move past its disappointing opening series.

[Photo] Baseball: Northwestern gets swept by Arizona State in opening series of season

February 23, 2017
Protesters gather outside of the Multicultural Center for a demonstration against President Donald Trump’s executive order barring citizens of seven Muslim-majority countries from entering the country. University President Morton Schapiro said it is important to focus on Muslim voices regarding the protest and not to be distracted by other conversations.

[Photo] Schapiro responds to debate over travel ban protest banner

February 16, 2017
Conan Jennings wrestles an opponent. The sophomore heavyweight secured Northwestern’s comeback against Michigan State on Friday.

[Photo] Wrestling: Conan Jennings completes comeback as Wildcats snap drought

January 17, 2017
Kellogg Prof. Nicholas Pearce delivers the keynote speech during last year’s Martin Luther King Jr. Day Candlelight Vigil. This year’s keynote speaker will be Mae Jemison, the first African-American woman to travel to space.

[Photo] MLK commemoration event speakers include trailblazing woman astronaut, nationally recognized poet

January 12, 2017
Hunter Niswander punts the ball. The junior punter is second in the Big Ten in average punt yardage and punts per game.

[Photo] Football: Offseason adjustments boost Niswander into punting elite

November 3, 2016
Scott Brown and other student divestment advocates meet with University President Morton Schapiro in April to discuss the socially responsible investment committee. Brown is the co-founder of Student Action NU, a new group focusing on using an intersectional perspective to organize around social justice issues.

[Photo] New student group aims to serve as ‘hub’ for social justice organizing

October 11, 2016
Nandi Mehta battles for the ball. The graduate midfielder will lead Northwestern into a home matchup with Michigan State on Thursday.

[Photo] Women’s Soccer: Northwestern aims to start new winning streak against Michigan State

October 5, 2016
Kayla Sharples battles for the ball. The sophomore defender and the No. 24 Wildcats’ defense managed their ninth shutout of the season against Ohio State.

[Photo] Women’s Soccer: Wildcats finish scoreless at Ohio State in first draw of season

October 2, 2016
Flynn Nagel returns a punt. The sophomore wide receiver is second on the team with 10 receptions and 125 receiving yards.

[Photo] Football: Confidence propels Flynn Nagel to new heights

September 29, 2016
Kassidy Gorman faces off with a defender. The junior midfielder will look to help Northwestern’s stout defense hold off Ohio State’s talented forward corps on Saturday.

[Photo] Women’s Soccer: Wildcats ready for tough road battle at Ohio State

September 29, 2016
Marisa Viggiano dribbles at a defender. The sophomore midfielder had a goal and an assist in Northwestern’s 4-1 victory over Maryland on Sunday.

[Photo] Women’s Soccer: Wildcats suffer first loss to Rutgers, rebound against Maryland

September 25, 2016
Kourtney Scott avoids a defender. The senior defender and the Wildcats hit the road this weekend in search of a signature win after a 9-0-0 start to the season.

[Photo] Women’s Soccer: Wildcats seek signature win amid East Coast road trip

September 23, 2016
Nandi Mehta fights for possession. The fifth-year senior midfielder notched Northwestern’s second goal in the win over Purdue.

[Photo] Women’s Soccer: Wildcats down Purdue, notch 6th straight shutout as defense shines

September 18, 2016
Kayla Sharples skies for a header. The sophomore defender helped Northwestern earn two shutout victories over the weekend.

[Photo] Women’s Soccer: No. 24 Northwestern achieves weekend sweep at home

September 7, 2016
Kassidy Gorman moves forward with the ball. The junior defender scored the game-winning goal for the Wildcats over DePaul, giving Northwestern three wins in as many games.

[Photo] Women’s Soccer: Pair of late goals keep Northwestern perfect against crosstown rival DePaul

August 25, 2016
Marisa Viggiano takes on a defender. The sophomore midfielder assisted on the second of three second-half goals by Northwestern to run past James Madison on Sunday.

[Photo] Women’s Soccer: Wildcats top James Madison thanks to second-half scoring spree

August 21, 2016
Nandi Mehta goes for the ball. The graduate midfielder assisted on Brenna Lovera's game-winning overtime goal to give Northwestern a victory in its first game of the season.

[Photo] Women’s Soccer: Lovera golden goal gives Northwestern season-opening victory over VCU

August 20, 2016
Sammy Nettling swings at the ball. The sophomore catcher has started 39 games for the Wildcats this season, hitting .250 with 7 doubles.

[Photo] Softball: Wildcats plan to stay aggressive heading into NCAA Regionals

May 19, 2016
Amy Letourneau takes a pitch. The senior has been an offensive force for the Wildcats with 14 home runs in 2016.

[Photo] Softball: Wildcats look to senior leadership as Big Ten Tournament approaches

May 11, 2016
Kenzie Ellis fires a pitch. The freshman pitcher will look to help shut down Loyola University Chicago in Northwestern’s final home game of the season.

[Photo] Softball: Northwestern looks to ride winning streak to NCAA Tournament

April 26, 2016
Fran Strub makes contact with a pitch. The outfielder is one of seven seniors on the team who will be celebrated during Senior Day festivities this weekend.

[Photo] Softball: With season’s end looming, Wildcats seeking a rebound

April 21, 2016
Willie Bourbon stands in the batter’s box. The freshman infielder notched the Wildcats’ only extra-base hit last weekend against Penn State.

[Photo] Baseball: Wildcats head to Chicago State to begin final third of season

April 18, 2016
Maddie Lipp lunges for a backhand. The sophomore is 17-10 in her overall in singles matches this year.

[Photo] Women’s Tennis: Wildcats drawing on undefeated Big Ten record for upcoming pair of conference matches

April 7, 2016
Sam Shropshire takes a forehand stroke at the ball. The junior has been mainly partnered with fellow junior Konrad Zieba in Northwestern’s critical doubles matches.

[Photo] Men’s Tennis: Northwestern faces crucial Big Ten tests

March 31, 2016
Alp Horoz prepares a backhand stroke. The junior helped lock down Sunday’s doubleheader, winning both of his singles matches.

[Photo] Men’s Tennis: Northwestern wins three, drops one over busy Spring Break

March 30, 2016
Jillian Rooney lunges for the ball. The junior fought hard over spring break, but ultimately fell to her Longhorn opponent in the only match she completed in Texas.

[Photo] Women’s Tennis: Northwestern struggles in trio of Texas matches

March 30, 2016
Erin Larner smashes a forehand shot. The sophomore won her No. 1 singles match sunday against Georgia Tech, helping the Cats claim their first winning streak of the 2016 season.

[Photo] Women’s Tennis: Business as usual as Wildcats continue Big Ten play

March 2, 2016
Jillian Rooney eyes to return the ball. The junior took her Alabama opponent to the third set last Sunday but couldn’t pull out the win.

[Photo] Women’s Tennis: Wildcats look for fresh start with pair of weekend matches

February 24, 2016
Alp Horoz readies a backhand. Northwestern’s Thursday match against TCU was canceled due to inclement weather.

[Photo] Men’s Tennis: Northwestern’s match against TCU canceled

February 24, 2016
Alex Chatt lunges for the ball. The sophomore fell in her doubles match against Alabama, but won in singles.

[Photo] Women’s Tennis: Wildcats force three sets, fall short against Alabama

February 22, 2016
Sam Shropshire takes a forehand. The junior has helped Northwestern get off to its best start since the 1988-89 season.

[Photo] Men’s Tennis: Northwestern’s win streak up to eight after 3-0 weekend

February 22, 2016
A Northwestern wrestler grabs an opponent’s leg. The Wildcats will host their final home dual of the season Friday against Duke.

[Photo] Wrestling: Northwestern seniors prepare to share spotlight in final home dual

February 18, 2016
Sam Shropshire sets up for a return. The junior has been a key player for the mentally-tough Wildcats this season.

[Photo] Men’s Tennis: Northwestern looks to stay strong in three-set matches during weekend

February 18, 2016
Maddie Lipp prepares to strike. The sophomore lost a close match at No. 2 singles to Vanderbilt, but is hoping to get back on track.

[Photo] Women’s Tennis: Wildcats ready for round two with Crimson Tide

February 18, 2016
Alp Horoz lunges for the ball. With the outdoor season rapidly approaching, Northwestern is positioned well in the top 25.

[Photo] Men’s Tennis: With strong winter play, No. 21 Northwestern looks to emerge as national force

February 17, 2016
Jillian Rooney readies a forehand shot. The junior has been a big part of Northwestern’s singles lineup in the last three games.

[Photo] Women’s Tennis: Wildcats look for success despite disappointing start

February 17, 2016
Conan Jennings towers over his opponent. The freshman 285-pounder lost the last bout in the Wildcats’ match with Nebraska 8-4.

[Photo] Wrestling: Oster’s pin not enough for struggling Wildcats

February 15, 2016
Ben Vandixhorn leaps on a forehand. The freshman has succeeded so far this season, solidifying the back end of Northwestern’s singles lineup.

[Photo] Men’s Tennis: Crowd helps power Northwestern to fifth straight win

February 15, 2016
Erin Larner runs to the ball. The sophomore won both of her matches against Vanderbilt, but the team was unable to come away with the win.

[Photo] Women’s Tennis: Northwestern goes down in heartbreaker to defending national champion Vanderbilt

February 15, 2016
Conan Jennings wrestles with his opponent. Northwestern lost both of its matches this weekend during the 285-pound bouts, Jennings’ weight class.

[Photo] Wrestling: Wildcats lose to Minnesota, Illinois after dropping final individual matches

February 7, 2016
Conan Jennings wrestles with an opponent. The redshirt freshman lost his last bout against Michigan State last weekend.

[Photo] Wrestling: Northwestern looking to snap eight-game losing streak

February 4, 2016
Luke Norland wrestles with an opponent. The freshman will be looking to rebound from his 6-0 loss two weeks ago.

[Photo] Wrestling: Seniors slated for return to Michigan, Michigan State for first time since freshman year

January 29, 2016
Addie Steiner fights for possession of the ball. The junior forward finished the season as the team leader in both goals and assists, with seven of each.

[Photo] Men’s Basketball: McIntosh and Demps shine in NU’s OT win

November 21, 2015
Sophomore forward Michelle Manning dribbles upfield. Manning and the Wildcats have earned a berth in the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 1998.

[Photo] Women’s Soccer: Northwestern earns first NCAA Tournament berth since 1998

November 9, 2015
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