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The group discussed the effectiveness of the University’s primary mental health services like Counseling and Psychological Services and the availability of long-term therapy options.

[Photo] NU Health Advisory Board hosts town hall to solicit feedback on University health services

November 5, 2024
An exterior photo of Evanston Public Library.

[Photo] City Council honors EPL executive director Karen Danczak Lyons

June 14, 2022
Picture of building with glass windows in the evening.

[Photo] Campus tour guides showcase what makes Northwestern special for visitors

April 28, 2022
A tan building labeled Searle Hall is pictured on a snowy day.

[Photo] Bluhm Family Foundation donates $45 million to establish Northwestern Medicine Bluhm Heart Hospital

February 17, 2022
Photo of Searle Hall surrounded by snow and a parked car with headlights.

[Photo] Northwestern Medicine Student Health Service hopes to improve student access to health services

January 5, 2022
A picture of a three-story, beige building in the snow. A car is driving along the road in front of the building.

[Photo] Northwestern Health Service to help students register for second vaccine appointments

May 3, 2021
Segal Visitors Center, 1841 Sheridan Rd. Northwestern accepted only 6.8 percent of applicants to the Class of 2025, lowest in University history.

[Photo] Mounting applications, undervalued qualifications: A look into NU’s most selective admissions cycle

April 21, 2021
Segal Visitors Center, 1841 Sheridan Rd. Northwestern recently made submitting standardized tests optional for next year’s applicants, as many in higher education debate whether those decisions should be permanent.

[Photo] Should Northwestern eliminate the SAT and ACT requirement?

June 23, 2020
Segal Visitors Center, 1841 Sheridan Rd. Northwestern has made standardized tests optional for next year’s applicants.

[Photo] Northwestern makes standardized tests optional for Class of 2025 applicants

June 18, 2020
Tyler Miller rolls the ball. The current LA Galaxy goalie was mentored by Neil Jones during his illustrious Northwestern career.

[Photo] Men’s Soccer: How Tim Lenahan left a mark on Loyola coach Neil Jones

October 8, 2019
Evanston Public Library, 1703 Orrington Ave. The EPL is seeking community members to apply for its Racial Equity Task Force.

[Photo] Evanston Public Library seeks community applicants for Racial Equity Task Force

May 5, 2019
Segal Visitors Center, 1841 Sheridan Rd. Legally, wealthy parents can donate to the school in an attempt to influence their child’s admission prospects.

[Photo] Counselors, test prep and parents who will do anything: Inside the world of college admissions for the wealthy

April 9, 2019
Evanston Public Library. The Evanston Plan Commission denied a proposal to develop a 13-story office building on the library parking lot.

[Photo] Proposal for office building at EPL lot denied

January 10, 2019
Northwestern quarterback Trevor Siemian runs into the end zone in the 2014 game at Notre Dame. The Wildcats face a tough test against the Fighting Irish on Saturday.

[Photo] Football: With nothing to lose, Cats prepare for challenge in No. 4 Notre Dame

November 1, 2018
Evanston Public Library, 1703 Orrington Ave. The library staff members plan to expand the book collections and introduce a mobile library.

[Photo] EPL workshopping new services, gathering feedback to improve inclusivity

October 31, 2018
Johnnie Vassar makes a pass while playing for Northwestern basketball in 2014-15. Vassar announced his graduate transfer to Tennessee Tech earlier this summer.

[Photo] Johnnie Vassar’s lawsuit dropped in federal court, re-filed against Northwestern in state court

August 27, 2018
Segal Visitors Center, 1841 Sheridan Rd. Northwestern canceled Wildcat Days in April for regular decision admitted students and prospective student programming through mid-April.

[Photo] Northwestern says it won’t make changes to admissions after Trump administration rescinds Obama-era guidance

July 8, 2018
Hannah Kim hits a chip shot during her 2014 freshman year.

[Photo] Women’s Golf: An oral history of how Hannah Kim, Sarah Cho helped build a Northwestern powerhouse

June 1, 2018
Dylan Wu lines up a putt during his freshman season. The golfer led the team in scoring average for the 2014-15 season.

[Photo] Curtain Call: Dylan Wu’s competitive fire sparked success for Cats

May 30, 2018
Medill Prof. Charles Whitaker speaks during a Q&A with film director Ava DuVernay in 2015. Whitaker was named interim dean of Medill on Wednesday.

[Photo] Charles Whitaker named interim dean of Medill

May 9, 2018
Segal Visitors Center, 1841 Sheridan Rd. Northwestern’s tuition increased by 3.6 percent for the 2018-19 academic year.

[Photo] Northwestern raises tuition by 3.6 percent for second consecutive year

April 21, 2018
Segal Visitors Center, 1841 Sheridan Rd. Northwestern accepted 8.4 percent of applicants for the Class of 2022, a record low.

[Photo] Northwestern acceptance rate falls to 8.4 percent

March 24, 2018
Northwestern’s “We Will” campaign has currently raised $3.55 billion of its $3.75 billion goal. Despite the fundraising, the University is projected to have a deficit in the coming fiscal year.

[Photo] Northwestern to defer projects, filling faculty positions to make up for projected deficit

January 15, 2018
Segal Visitors Center, 1841 Sheridan Rd. Northwestern received a record number of Early Decision and regular applications this year, and officials anticipate the overall acceptance rate could fall to about 8 percent.

[Photo] Acceptance rates projected to fall as NU receives record number of applications

January 8, 2018
The outside of Evanston Public Library. City Council passed a motion Monday to introduce selling the parking lot adjacent to the library.

[Photo] Council introduces sale of EPL parking lot amid residents’ development concerns

September 12, 2017
Northwestern received a gift of up to $10 million from alumna Jennifer Leischner Litowitz (Weinberg ’91) and her husband, Alec Litowitz, as part of the University’s “We Will” fundraising campaign. The donation will create a new joint M.F.A.-M.A. program in creative writing and English.

[Photo] Northwestern receives $10 million gift for graduate writing program

September 12, 2017
The outside of Evanston Public Library. The library's board discussed plans for a new branch and took comments regarding popular librarian Lesley Williams.

[Photo] EPL board discusses Lesley Williams controversy, new location

June 22, 2017
The outside of Evanston Public Library. Recently released documents show EPL officials have been calling for the termination of Lesley Williams, a popular librarian, for years.

[Photo] Documents show EPL officials wanted to terminate Lesley Williams for years

June 4, 2017
Evanston Public Library, 1703 Orrington Ave. EPL’s Board of Trustees released a statement Tuesday in support of director Karen Danczak Lyons.

[Photo] EPL board defends director, acknowledges lack of diversity

April 25, 2017
The outside of Evanston Public Library. The library released its 2016 Annual Report during National Library Week.

[Photo] Evanston Public Library releases 2016 annual report

April 12, 2017
Johnnie Vassar makes a pass. The former NU basketball player filed a motion Tuesday opposing a separate motion to dismiss his lawsuit against the University.

[Photo] Former men’s basketball player Johnnie Vassar files motions regarding lawsuit against Northwestern, NCAA

March 30, 2017
Sigma Alpha Epsilon's headquarters are located in Evanston. Northwestern’s chief of police released in a statement Monday that the University received a report saying four female students were possibly given a date rape drug in January at the SAE fraternity house on campus. The report alleges that two of the female students believe they were sexually assaulted.

[Photo] University notifies students about reports of sexual assaults, possible date rape drugs given at fraternity houses

February 6, 2017
Johnnie Vassar passes the ball. Vassar filed a class-action lawsuit against the NCAA and Northwestern in November.

[Photo] Northwestern files motion to dismiss lawsuit from former men’s basketball player Johnnie Vassar

February 1, 2017
Johnnie Vassar prepares to pass. Vassar filed a class-action lawsuit against Northwestern and the NCAA on Monday.

[Photo] Former basketball player sues Northwestern, NCAA, alleges mistreatment by University

November 15, 2016
Vic Law reaches for the rim. The sophomore forward scored 11 points on 4-of-11 shooting in last Friday’s exhibition game against Illinois-Springfield.

[Photo] Men’s Basketball: Law, Brown set to be difference-makers as Northwestern begins season

November 10, 2016
Vic Law flies for a dunk. After missing last season due to a torn labrum, the sophomore forward is set to return and give the Wildcats new lineup flexibility.

[Photo] Men’s Basketball: Vic Law’s return gives Northwestern lineup flexibility

November 6, 2016
The outside of Evanston Public Library. The library is interested in hiring a full-time social worker to assist Evanston residents in navigating the facility and using its resources.

[Photo] Evanston Public Library includes full-time social worker position in proposed budget

November 3, 2016
Vic Law rises up to finish a dunk. The sophomore should help invigorate the Wildcats’ offense this year after he redshirted last season.

[Photo] Balk: Wildcats may not be better this year, but they will be more fun to watch

November 1, 2016
Mike Roberge turns past a defender. The senior forward and the rest of Northwestern’s offense was quiet against No. 3 Indiana as the Wildcats battled to a 0-0 tie.

[Photo] Men’s Soccer: Wildcats break losing streak with heroic defensive effort against No. 3 Indiana

September 20, 2016
A Northwestern golfer tees off. The Wildcats put together a solid showing at the Mason Rudolph Championship over the weekend, finishing third.

[Photo] Women’s Golf: Wildcats snag third place in second tournament of season

September 19, 2016
Dylan Wu lines up a putt. The junior led the way at the Fighting Illini Invitational, shooting 3-over-par.

[Photo] Men’s Golf: Northwestern opens season with middling performance against difficult field

September 18, 2016
Mike Roberge turns by a defender. The senior forward didn't register a shot as Northwestern struggled to create chances in two defeats over the weekend.

[Photo] Men’s Soccer: Northwestern drops two games over weekend

September 7, 2016
Trevor Siemian runs for a touchdown in Northwestern’s 43-40 win over Notre Dame in 2014. The ex-Wildcat will take over for the now-retired Peyton Manning as starting quarterback for the Denver Broncos.

[Photo] Trevor Siemian wins starting NFL quarterback job, will start Week 1 for Denver Broncos

August 29, 2016
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[Photo] End of Year Sports Awards

May 27, 2016
A Northwestern golfer looks out from the tee. The Wildcats believe they are ready to compete for a national championship.

[Photo] Women’s Golf: Wildcats seeking at least Elite Eight berth at NCAA Championships

May 19, 2016
Josh Jamieson pumps his fist. The senior finished 32-over par at the Stillwater Regional.

[Photo] Men’s Golf: Wildcats close season just short of NCAA Championship

May 18, 2016
A Wildcat golfer prepares to putt on the green. Northwestern will face off against the No. 5 and No. 7 teams in the country in its regional bracket.

[Photo] Men’s Golf: Wildcats face uphill battle at NCAA Regionals

May 15, 2016
Josh Jamieson walks across a golf course. The NU senior is looking to finish his collegiate golf career strong, as the Cats prepare for the NCAA Tournament.

[Photo] Curtain Call: Josh Jamieson readies to close out his golf career

May 11, 2016
A Northwestern golfer chips her ball onto the green. The Wildcats won their regional by 18 strokes.

[Photo] Women’s Golf: Northwestern wins regional title by 18 strokes

May 8, 2016
A Northwestern golfer lines up his putt. The Wildcats finished 6th at the Big Ten Championships, led individually by sophomore Dylan Wu at 3-under.

[Photo] Men’s Golf: Wildcats finish 6th at Big Ten Championships, bolster NCAA Regional chances

April 25, 2016
Dylan Wu squats on the green before a putt. The sophomore finished 18th in last year’s Big Ten Championships.

[Photo] Men’s Golf: Northwestern looking to keep its momentum going in postseason

April 21, 2016
Hannah Kim tees off. The reigning Big Ten Player of the Year will be looking to help the Wildcats win back-to-back Big Ten championships.

[Photo] Women’s Golf: Northwestern looking to defend Big Ten Championship

April 21, 2016
Dylan Wu eyes the green before a putt. The sophomore finished The Boilermaker at 5-under par.

[Photo] Men’s Golf: Wildcats finish third at The Boilermaker ahead of postseason play

April 18, 2016
Evanston Public Library is offering free WiFi hotspots beginning May 1. The hotspots will be available to library members and is meant to help bridge the digital divide.

[Photo] Evanston Public Library to launch Wi-Fi hotspot program

April 14, 2016
Josh Jamieson pumps his fist in celebration. The senior led the Wildcats last weekend with a 7-over performance.

[Photo] Men’s Golf: Wildcats hoping improved weather brings better results

April 13, 2016
A Wildcat hits takes a swing at the ball. Northwestern struggled in poor conditions this weekend in Columbus, Ohio.

[Photo] Men’s Golf: Late rally propels Wildcats to 9th-place finish at Robert Kepler Intercollegiate

April 11, 2016
Hannah Kim tees off. The sophomore finished highest amongst the Wildcats this weekend with a four-over par.

[Photo] Women’s Golf: Wildcats struggle to eighth place finish in Arizona

April 11, 2016
Sarah Cho approaches her ball on the putting green. The sophomore has averaged just under a 73 per round so far this season.

[Photo] Women’s Golf: Wildcats look to get back on track in Arizona

April 7, 2016
Dylan Wu crouches in preparation of a putt. The sophomore finished tied for 13th overall in The Goodwin last month.

[Photo] Men’s Golf: Poor weather won’t hinder the Wildcats this weekend

April 7, 2016
Andrea Filler watches her hit after making contact. The senior shortstop leads Northwestern in batting average through the team’s first 28 games.

[Photo] Softball: Wildcats look to improve defensively before facing No. 21 Minnesota

March 31, 2016
A Northwestern golfer follows through on her swing. The No. 4 Wildcats will have rough competition this weekend as they face every top-7 team.

[Photo] Women’s Golf: Wildcats look to adapt to match play against top competition

March 30, 2016
Josh Jamieson walks to his ball. The senior finished among the top 20 on each of the last two days of The Goodwin.

[Photo] Men’s Golf: Wildcats turn in 8th-place finish at The Goodwin

March 29, 2016
Dean Lowry drags down the ball carrier. The defensive end has drawn interest for his ability to play in a 3-4 scheme.

[Photo] Football: NFL future begins to crystallize for Vitale, Lowry, other Northwestern draft hopefuls

March 10, 2016
Hannah Kim tees off to start a new hole. The sophomore helped the Wildcats win another Hurricane Invitational and set three program records.

[Photo] Women’s Golf: Northwestern sets three school records, as Kim leads Wildcats to third-straight Hurricane Invitational victory

March 3, 2016
A Northwestern golfer chips the ball onto the green. The Wildcats dug a huge early hole by shooting a combined 16-over in the first round of the Southwestern Jones Invitational and weren’t able to recover.

[Photo] Men’s Golf: Wildcats struggle to 10th-place finish at Southwestern Jones Invitational

March 1, 2016
A Northwestern golfer eyes the ball on the green. The Wildcats finished third in last year’s Southwestern Jones Invitational.

[Photo] Men’s Golf: Wildcats set to take on some of West Coast’s best in Southwestern Jones Invitational

February 28, 2016
A Northwestern golfer follows through on her putt. The Wildcats are looking to improve upon their 22-over par finish two weeks ago.

[Photo] Women’s Golf: Northwestern looking for its third straight Hurricane Invitational title

February 28, 2016
A Wildcat blasts a shot from the bunker. Northwestern started slowly but closed well to finish eighth in the 15-team Puerto Rico Classic.

[Photo] Men’s Golf: Late rally pushes Wildcats to eighth-place finish in Puerto Rico

February 24, 2016
Tre Demps flies in for a layup. The senior guard led Northwestern past Michigan in a dramatic game last season, hitting 3s to force overtime and double-overtime.

[Photo] Men’s Basketball: Northwestern heads to Michigan in rematch of last season’s instant classic

February 23, 2016
A Wildcat plays a chip from just off the green. Northwestern continues its spring slate with a trip to the Puerto Rico Classic this weekend.

[Photo] Men’s Golf: Wildcats head to Caribbean for Puerto Rico Classic

February 18, 2016
Sarah Cho walks to her ball on the putting green. The sophomore won the Big Ten Championship last spring.

[Photo] Women’s Golf: Northwestern underwhelms at Lady Puerto Rico Classic, finishes fifth

February 17, 2016
Kaitlin Park chips from the fairway. The senior is a two-time All-Big Ten first team selection.

[Photo] Women’s Golf: Wildcats looking to top last year’s record-setting performance

February 17, 2016
Dylan Wu ponders his next shot. The sophomore was a standout last season, leading the Wildcats in scoring average.

[Photo] Men’s Golf: Deep roster has Northwestern dreaming big after strong start to spring season

February 17, 2016
Josh Jamieson carries his golf bag across the green. The senior struggled in the Big Ten Match Play, going 1-3 overall individually.

[Photo] Men’s Golf: Northwestern starts season strong with second-place finish at Big Ten Match Play Championship

February 15, 2016
Dylan Wu prepares on the putting green. The sophomore had the most success at the Wildcats’ last event, finishing with a +6.

[Photo] Men’s Golf: Northwestern desiring familiar success at Big Ten Match Play

February 12, 2016
Hannah Kim hits an iron off the tee. The sophomore and reigning Big Ten Player of the Year is hoping for a hot start to 2016 in the Lady Puerto Rico Classic.

[Photo] Women’s Golf: No. 6 Wildcats open spring against top competition

February 11, 2016
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[Photo] Men’s Basketball: Northwestern finds defensive leader in Sanjay Lumpkin

January 27, 2016
Scottie Lindsey shoots a 3-pointer. The sophomore guard keyed Northwestern’s victory over Minnesota, coming off the bench and shooting 4-of-6 from the field.

[Photo] Men’s Basketball: Secondary scorers deliver for undermanned Northwestern, lead Wildcats to biggest conference road win since 1944

January 9, 2016
Joey Calistri fights off a defender for the ball. Calistri finished tied for second all-time with 30 goals scored and joins Tyler Miller and Chris Ritter as the third Wildcat in three years to sign an MLS contract.

[Photo] Men’s Soccer: Joey Calistri signs homegrown contract with Chicago Fire

December 17, 2015
Nick VanHoose runs back an interception. The senior cornerback will miss the Outback Bowl with a hand injury.

[Photo] Football: Cornerback Nick VanHoose to miss Outback Bowl with finger injury

December 16, 2015
The polar vortex of 2014 brought record low temperatures and 26.5 inches of snowfall in the first few days of January alone. This year, meteorologists project a much milder winter.

[Photo] Chicago breaks snowfall record with November’s first flurries

December 2, 2015
Northwestern beat Notre Dame last November thanks to two clutch kicks from Jack Mitchell. After the game, Wildcats players were treated to a special post-game meal: Chick-fil-A.

[Photo] ‘And we get Chick-fil-A’: An oral history of the Northwestern football’s viral sensation

November 19, 2015
Ashley Deary charges to the basket. The junior point guard will try to help Northwestern gain respect this season amid higher expectations.

[Photo] Women’s Basketball: Improved Wildcats are anything but underdogs

November 10, 2015
Bryant McIntosh reads the defense looking to create a play. The sophomore guard will be looking to build off of a successful freshman campaign that saw him set a program record for assists by a freshman and make the Big Ten All-Freshman team.

[Photo] Men’s Basketball: Sophomores step into the spotlight

November 10, 2015
Indiana guard Yogi Ferrell raises up for a jumpshot over Northwestern senior guard Tre Demps. Ferrell said when playing the Wildcats, Indiana focuses on stopping Demps and fellow senior, center Alex Olah.

[Photo] Men’s Basketball: Big Ten players and coaches weigh in on Northwestern

November 9, 2015
Junior forward Mike Roberge turns upfield. Roberge will look to provide a scoring spark for Northwestern in a must-win matchup against a high-powered Rutgers offense in the Big Ten Tournament quarterfinals.

[Photo] Men’s Soccer: Wildcats’ season on the line against Rutgers

November 5, 2015
Dean Lowry brings down the ball carrier in last season’s game against Iowa. The senior defensive end has steadily progressed by adding weight in each of his years at Northwestern.

[Photo] Football: Lowry’s added bulk pays off on field

November 5, 2015
Joey Calistri shields off a defender. The senior forward will be leading the Cats’ attack when the team travels to Wisconsin with a chance to snatch the regular season conference championship.

[Photo] Men’s Soccer: With Big Ten title on the line, Northwestern isn’t looking past Wisconsin

November 3, 2015
Symone Abbott spikes the ball past two defenders. The sophomore outside hitter has been racking up kills in recent games, including 17 in NU’s victory over Michigan State on Saturday.

[Photo] Volleyball: Abbott, Northwestern aiming for first two-game win streak since September

November 3, 2015
Dylan Wu lines up a putt. The sophomore is looking to repeat as champion at the Gifford Intercollegiate and said patience and taking it one shot at a time will be keys for success.

[Photo] Men’s Golf: Wu looks to defend title, lead Wildcats in California

November 2, 2015
The “We Will” campaign is almost one-third of the way through its five-year course. As of now, the fundraising effort has raised $2.4 billion out of its $3.75 billion goal.

[Photo] Northwestern’s ‘We Will’ campaign raises $2.4 billion in 19 months

November 2, 2015
Anthony Walker returns an interception against Penn State. The sophomore linebacker had a breakout game against the Nittany Lions last season.

[Photo] Football: Wildcats banking on coming off the bye well rested as they host Penn State

November 2, 2015
Senior midfielder Charlotte Martin handles the ball. Martin is one of the seniors who will be honored on Friday’s Senior Day.

[Photo] Field Hockey: Wildcats honor seniors in regular-season conclusion

October 29, 2015
Drew Rosenberg steps into a kick. The junior midfielder will be looking to help the Cats close out their season on a high note with only three regular season games remaining.

[Photo] Men’s Soccer: Wildcats visit Loyola, former assistant in rivalry match

October 26, 2015
A Northwestern player harasses an opposing ballhandler. The Wildcats take to the road this weekend to face the Buckeyes and Bobcats.

[Photo] Field Hockey: Time is running out for Wildcats to leave their mark in Big Ten

October 22, 2015
Junior midfielder Maria Grygleski and sophomore midfielder Kim Jerantowski search for the ball in the air. NU was unable to capitalize on balls in the air, and that was part of its demise against Nebraska.

[Photo] Women’s Soccer: Sebo’s last-gasp penalty saved as Cats fall to Nebraska 1-0

October 15, 2015
Northwestern professors Eula Biss and Laurie Zoloth spoke at the Evanston Public Library, 1703 Orrington Ave., about their research into vaccinations Tuesday. Both professors rebuked claims that vaccines cause more harm than help.

[Photo] Northwestern professors discuss vaccination debate at Evanston Public Library

October 13, 2015
Junior Isabel Flens passes the ball. Flens scored both of the Cats' goals in their crushing 3-2 overtime defeat at the hands of Stanford.

[Photo] Field Hockey: Controversial no-call, poor finishing doom Wildcats

October 10, 2015
Senior midfielder Charlotte Martin brings the ball up the field. NU takes on its sixth ranked opponent of the season on Friday and is currently 2-3 against these opponents.

[Photo] Field Hockey: Wildcats anticipate ‘battle’ with No. 9 Stanford

October 8, 2015
A Wildcat lies on the ground following a loss. NU dropped its second straight contest, this time at the hands of Michigan.

[Photo] Women’s Soccer: Long-range strike, inactive offense doom Cats in second straight defeat

October 8, 2015
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