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Gabby Birenbaum

Gabby Birenbaum, In Focus Editor

Gabby is a Medill junior from Arlington, Virginia studying journalism and political science. She has previously served as The Daily’s campus editor, social media editor, web editor and an assistant campus editor. Outside of The Daily, Gabby recently returned from studying abroad in Madrid and is on a quest to find good Iberian ham in Chicago. You can reach her via email or Twitter.

All content by Gabby Birenbaum

Birenbaum: When the University fails, community emerges

June 6, 2021
Endowments: What are they good for?

Endowments: What are they good for?

June 14, 2020
Coronavirus Consequences: Recession could spell long-term losses for Generation Z

Coronavirus Consequences: Recession could spell long-term losses for Generation Z

May 4, 2020
University President Morton Schapiro on CNBC’s The Exchange. Schapiro said Northwestern is exploring possibilities to safely open campus for the fall.

How Northwestern’s peer schools are planning for the fall

April 28, 2020
Northwestern University. Students and parents across the country are grappling with the fairness of universities charging full tuition for online school.

As tensions rise nationally over tuition, Northwestern parents weigh in

April 19, 2020
U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos. DeVos directed over $6 billion in federal emergency funds to colleges and universities.

Northwestern to receive $8.5 million in federal stimulus funding

April 15, 2020
U.S. President Donald Trump signs H.R. 748, the CARES Act in the Oval Office of the White House on March 27, 2020 in Washington, D.C. Earlier that day, the U.S. House of Representatives approved the $2 trillion stimulus bill that lawmakers hope will battle the economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Millions of college students left out of coronavirus stimulus payments

April 6, 2020
Manuel and Elizabeth Henriquez. Elizabeth Henriquez received a seven month prison sentence Tuesday, with Manuel set to be sentenced next week.

Former NU parent Elizabeth Henriquez sentenced to seven months

March 31, 2020
Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. Georgetown’s Board of Directors voted this month to fully divest its endowment from fossil fuels after years of action from Fossil Free Georgetown.

Fossil Free Georgetown’s success underscores strength of national divestment movement

February 19, 2020

Medill junior Marissa Martinez named The Daily’s next editor in chief

February 19, 2020
Northwestern President Morton Schapiro. The University finished with a surplus of over $60 million.

The budget surplus, explained

January 21, 2020
Rebecca Crown Center. A volatile market and deficit spending left the University’s endowment with less money than last year.

Endowment decreases after underperformance, deficit spending

January 9, 2020
Who Asked You: Five takeaways from debate No. 4

Who Asked You: Five takeaways from debate No. 4

October 17, 2019
Who Asked You: The Phat Impeachment Episode

Who Asked You: The Phat Impeachment Episode

October 12, 2019
Who Asked You: Live from Madrid, It’s Debate #3

Who Asked You: Live from Madrid, It’s Debate #3

September 18, 2019
Who Asked You: The recap for people who fell asleep during the second debates

Who Asked You: The recap for people who fell asleep during the second debates

August 2, 2019
Who Asked You: The Squad vs. Pelosi, Campaign Spending and Tailgates?!

Who Asked You: The Squad vs. Pelosi, Campaign Spending and Tailgates?!

July 26, 2019
Who Asked You?: This week's rundown, July 12

Who Asked You?: This week’s rundown, July 12

July 11, 2019
Who Asked You: Recapping the First Democratic Debates

Who Asked You: Recapping the First Democratic Debates

June 29, 2019
Patricia Telles-Irvin, vice president for student affairs, speaks during an event in Spring 2018. Telles-Irvin passed away Monday after a “long and valiant battle” with cancer.

Patricia Telles-Irvin, vice president for student affairs, dies at 63

June 3, 2019
The Simpson Querrey Biomedical Research Center, a new Northwestern facility opening in June. With the addition of SQBRC, the Office for Sponsored Research’s workload will only grow.

Amidst backlog woes, research office increases staff, though concerns remain

May 31, 2019
The Black House’s current location, which will soon be under renovation. Multicultural Student Affairs just announced a temporary location for the next school year.

MSA announces temporary Black House location

May 30, 2019
Monique Heart, one of the performers at Dillo Day’s second stage. While previously co-sponsored by WNUR, For Members Only is co-sponsoring this year, and selected five artists including Heart.

FMO brings all-black lineup to Dillo second stage in first year of co-sponsorship

May 27, 2019
Teyana Taylor. In addition to singing, the star is a choreographer, model and reality television star.

R&B singer Teyana Taylor to be daytime headliner at Dillo Day

May 26, 2019
Hippo Campus. The band is from Saint Paul, Minnesota.

Indie rock band Hippo Campus to be Dillo opening act

May 23, 2019
Charles Whitaker. The Medill interim dean was named to the Board of Directors of the American Society of Magazine Editors.

Medill Dean voted to American Society of Magazine Editors board

May 23, 2019

Award-winning songwriter Lindy Robbins joins Johnny Mercer Foundation Songwriters Project

May 23, 2019
A model of a lung. Northwestern Medicine and Google’s research was able to use artificial intelligence to better identify evidence of lung cancer.

Northwestern Medicine and Google use AI to improve lung cancer detection

May 22, 2019
FOODWORKS workers at work. The “pop-up restaurant incubator” will be coming to Norris University Center in June.

Pop-up restaurant company FOODWORKS to bring local cuisine to Norris

May 21, 2019
Daenerys Targaryen addresses her army during her brief reign as Queen in Sunday’s finale of “Game of Thrones.” Daenerys’ season eight turn from savior to tyrant was seen as rushed and unearned by many critics.

Students reflect on ‘Game of Thrones’ finale, legacy

May 21, 2019
20-year-old pop artist Daya. The Grammy-winning singer will be performing on the main stage at Dillo Day.

Pop artist Daya to perform at Dillo Day

May 20, 2019
Anna Lunoe. The Australian DJ has released two EPs.

Australian DJ Anna Lunoe to perform at Dillo Day as EDM Artist

May 15, 2019
John David Washington stars as Ron Stallworth in “BlacKkKlansman.”

A&O to host ‘BlacKkKlansman’ screenwriter, real life progratonist to campus

May 14, 2019
Joe Biden speaks at the Kellogg Global Hub in 2018. The presidential candidate has expressed support for free college.

From loan cancellation to Pell Grant expansion: Democratic candidates’ ideas for higher education

May 14, 2019
The Office of Financial Aid, 1801 Hinman Ave. Starting with the 2019-2020 academic year, students will be eligible for four years of financial aid, rather than 12 quarters.

Financial aid now available for four years rather than 12 quarters

May 13, 2019
A UP officer works outside of Crowe Hall, home to the African-American Studies department. Prof. Barnor Hesse, who works in the African-American Studies department, teaches a course called “Unsettling Whiteness.”

UP investigating racist hate mail sent to Prof. Barnor Hesse

May 7, 2019
‘Evil’ Dave Sheldon (left) on a return visit to campus and Nick Siebers (right) receiving the call learning he qualifies for the runoff election. Both are former ASG presidents from the ‘90s who ran on unconventional platforms, especially by the serious standards seen in ASG today.

ASG in the ‘90s: Past presidents included frat stars, cult leaders

May 7, 2019
Jessica Hullman. The journalism and computer science Prof. will receive $100,000 annually for two years.

Journalism Prof. Jessica Hullman receives Microsoft Research Faculty Fellowship

May 7, 2019
Two twins. With the Illinois Twins Project, researchers will now have a database from which to find twins and multiples to study.

Northwestern, University of Illinois launch database of twins for research

May 6, 2019
Anna Wintour. The longtime Vogue editor-in-chief hosts the Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute’s annual Met Gala.

Northwestern students stay in to watch ‘Fashion’s Night Out’

May 6, 2019
Bryna Kra. The mathematician made a groundbreaking discovery in ergodic theory.

Mathematics Prof. Bryna Kra elected to the National Academy of Sciences

May 5, 2019
The Technological Institute, where many engineering classes are held. The McCormick School of Engineering’s tenure-line faculty is only 13 percent female.

Overlooked: Female engineers struggle with lack of equity, but find solidarity with female professors

May 2, 2019
University president Morton Schapiro, Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel and dean of Feinberg School of Medicine Dr. Eric Neilson tour the Simpson Querrey Biomedical Research Center in January. The center is set to open in June.

With Simpson Querrey about to open, research administrators struggle with grant proposal backlog

May 1, 2019
The Arch, one of Northwestern’s most recognizable symbols. Provost Jonathan Holloway said the school will have to confront demographic changes in the decade to come.

Northwestern sets its eyes on a new decade

April 29, 2019
Jonathan Holloway. The provost said he works with vice president for business and finance Craig Johnson to ensure academic plans have proper funding ahead of time.

In interview, Provost Holloway connects his academic plan to the University’s financial future

April 29, 2019
Students at Northwestern University in Qatar. The campus marked its ten-year anniversary this year.

Northwestern Qatar Dean Everette Dennis reflects on the campus’ first decade

April 24, 2019
Jonathan Holloway. The provost laid out his academic vision for the school.

In interview, Provost Holloway lays out academic vision of interdisciplinary collaboration

April 24, 2019
Segal Visitors Center. A select pool of about 550 applicants had their files read and their admissions decisions made by President Morton Schapiro.

Northwestern President Schapiro says he reads applications of some legacy, donor students

April 24, 2019
Plastic in Manila, Philippines. The Program on Plastics, Ecosystems and Public Health aims to investigate the effects of plastic usage.

Institute for Sustainability and Energy launches Program on Plastics, Ecosystems and Public Health Program

April 24, 2019
Police cars outside of Norris University Center on Tuesday. A third “It’s okay to be white” message was found in a women’s bathroom inside the building.

Northwestern police confirms third “It’s okay to be white” message found on campus

April 23, 2019
The undergraduate financial office, 1801 Hinman Ave. Education Reform Now is advocating for Northwestern to increase its financial aid commitment to low-income students.

Advocacy organization says Northwestern should retool early decision, eliminate legacy admissions

April 23, 2019
A$AP Ferg performs onstage. The rapper will headline Dillo Day 2019.

A$AP Ferg to headline Dillo Day

April 23, 2019
The Rhaeos team poses with their winnings at the Rice Business Plan Competition. The company, founded by engineering prof. John Rogers, makes medical devices for patients with hydrocephalus.

Rhaeos, BrewBike win over $500,000 in pitch competition

April 22, 2019
University president Morton Schapiro. Schapiro discussed Trump administration policies towards colleges and universities in an interview with The Daily.

University president Morton Schapiro talks free speech rhetoric, diversity and inclusion

April 22, 2019
University president Morton Schapiro. Schapiro discussed Northwestern admissions in an interview with The Daily.

University President Morton Schapiro opposes test-optional admission, says he worries about ‘resiliency’ of younger generation of students

April 22, 2019
Jay Walsh. Walsh, who has been with Northwestern since 1988, is a finalist to be the next president of the University of South Carolina.

Vice president for research Jay Walsh named a finalist to be next president of University of South Carolina

April 21, 2019
Robert Mueller. A redacted version of the special counsel’s report was released after nearly two years of investigation.

Pritzker profs. say content of Mueller report is grounds for impeachment

April 19, 2019
Manuel and Elizabeth Henriquez. The Northwestern parents pled not guilty to two charges related to the college admissions scandal.

Northwestern parents charged in college admissions scheme plead not guilty

April 17, 2019
The cover of "Hidden Figures." Its author, Margot Lee Shetterly, will speak on campus next fall.

‘Hidden Figures’ named One Book One Northwestern for 2019-20

April 17, 2019
David Barstow. The Medill alum has won four Pulitzer Prizes.

Medill alum David Barstow wins record fourth Pulitzer Prize for reporting on Trump’s finances

April 15, 2019
Northwestern’s tuition has steadily increased over the last seven years. Financial aid increased more than ever before for the upcoming school year.

Northwestern announces 3.9 percent tuition hike for 2019-2020, the largest increase in 7 years

April 14, 2019
Emily Ash. The Weinberg senior will finish her term as ASG president this month.

As her term comes to a close, ASG president Emily Ash looks back on legacy of space, working with administrators

April 14, 2019
Counseling and Psychological Services. CAPS partnered with the National Alliance on Mental Illness to create “NAMI on Campus”.

National Alliance on Mental Illness and CAPS partner to create “NAMI on Campus”

April 9, 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.

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

April 9, 2019
Manuel and Elizabeth Henriquez. The Northwestern parents are now facing two charges, each with a twenty-year maximum prison sentence.

Prosecutors unveil new charges against Northwestern parents accused of participating in college admissions scheme

April 9, 2019
The construction site on Campus Drive. The site, which sits over a water reservoir, used to be a parking lot.

560 Lincoln and Kemper residents struggle to sleep amidst construction on Campus Drive

April 8, 2019
The Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority house. The chapter was put on probation by their national headquarters.

NU chapter of Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority placed on probation by national headquarters

April 8, 2019
The Sigma Chi house. The fraternity’s February suspension was lifted in March.

Sigma Chi’s suspension lifted by national headquarters

April 4, 2019
Julie Payne-Kirchmeier and Carlos Gonzalez. After speaking to ASG Senate about gender-open housing in February, the two were able to come back with news of the expansion on Wednesday.

Less than two months after ASG resolution, Residential Services rolls out gender-open housing expansion

April 4, 2019
Manuel and Elizabeth Henriquez. The Northwestern parents are charged with conspiracy to commit mail fraud and honest services mail fraud.

Henriquezes appear in court on charges of fraud; judge sets conditions of release

April 3, 2019
From left to right: University President Morton Schapiro, vice president for business and finance Craig Johnson, provost Jonathan Holloway and vice president for global marketing and communications Jeri Ward. The panel engaged in a moderated conversation on the Chicago campus.

President Schapiro, top administrators discuss budget, diversity in conversation at Chicago campus

April 3, 2019
Northwestern’s acceptance rate over the years. 2019 marked the first year in a decade in which the acceptance rate rose.

Northwestern acceptance rate rises for first time in 10 years

April 2, 2019
Hilton Als. The cultural critic will speak on campus next week.

Northwestern to host New Yorker theater critic Hilton Als

April 2, 2019
Dererk Pardon plays tough defense. The senior forward scored 16 points and 13 rebounds.

Men’s Basketball: Poor shooting, turnovers plague Cats as they lose ninth straight to Minnesota

March 1, 2019
Tahera Ahmad. Ahmad, Northwestern’s director of interfaith engagement and associate chaplain, said Islam is often falsely characterized as being monolithic.

In God we trust?: Despite national politicization, Islam remains inspiration for activism

February 25, 2019
University President Morton Schapiro discusses his faith with Taylor Brown at Canterbury House. Schapiro said he would not be able to be University president if not for his practice of attending Shabbat services every week.

For President Schapiro, Jewish faith comes before his role as president

February 19, 2019
Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga sing “Shallow” in one of the film’s climactic moments.

The stunning acting and emotional script begin a movie star-making turn for Lady Gaga

February 13, 2019
The Chicago skyline. 14 candidates will face off on Feb. 26 to replace Rahm Emanuel as mayor of Chicago.

Candidates face a crowded field in the Chicago mayoral Election

February 8, 2019
Students on the NU Perspectives trip walk through the streets of Old Jaffa, Israel. Students were able to engage with both Israelis and Palestinians this summer through the Northwestern Hillel offering.

In God we trust?: Jewish students’ relationships to Israel, like the country itself, are complicated

February 4, 2019
Northwestern Young Life leaders on a retreat. The students lead Bible studies as well as meet up with high school students to hang out and form relationships.

In God we trust?: Young Life leaders bring Christianity to North Shore teens — though it’s not for everyone

January 24, 2019
A holiday tree. Mayor Steve Hagerty will light this year's tree on Dec. 8.

Evanston to host many holiday offerings this December

November 27, 2018
Dana Balter. The Communication alum is running as a Democrat for Congress in New York’s 24th congressional district.

I’m Running: Communication alum Dana Balter campaigns for education policy in New York congressional run

November 4, 2018
I’m Running: Kellogg alum Cindy Axne competes in 'must-win' Iowa race

I’m Running: Kellogg alum Cindy Axne competes in ‘must-win’ Iowa race

October 25, 2018
Justin Kanew (Weinberg ’01) carries his daughter. Kanew, who is running for Congress, said he hopes to advocate for young people like her through supporting climate change and gun control legislation.

I’m Running: Weinberg alum Justin Kanew faces uphill battle in Tennessee Republican stronghold

October 21, 2018
Sophia Bush speaks at a Planned Parenthood Generation Action NU event. The actress and activist spoke to attendees about the importance of their voting power.

Actress Sophia Bush of One Tree Hill comes to campus to encourage young people to vote

October 16, 2018
Evanston Township High School/District 202 board members listen to reports during a Monday meeting. The figures presented showed that racial disparities still exists in summer school attendance, student activities and disciplinary action — although the latter has improved drastically.

District 202 reports on summer school, activities, discipline still show racial disparities

October 9, 2018
A police officer arrests U.S. Rep. Jan Schakowsky (D-Ill.). The representative was protesting as part of the ‘Fight for $15’ campaign.

U.S. Rep. Jan Schakowsky arrested while striking for union rights

October 4, 2018
Sky Patterson speaks at ASG Senate.

Associated Student Government: The year in review

August 23, 2018
Students sit together on the ground floor of Norris.

New food service provider to change campus dining experience

August 23, 2018
Silverman Hall, named after chemistry Prof. Richard Silverman, who invented the drug Lyrica. Northwestern announced Thursday it is partnering with Deerfield Management to develop new drugs.

Deerfield Management pledges $65 million to Northwestern for drug development

June 1, 2018
Spencer Colton, Gabrielle Bienasz and Nyle Arora unveil the new ASG website. Bienasz said the new website is much more accessible and navigable.

Community engagement resolution presented at ASG Senate

May 31, 2018
Henry Molnar speaks Tuesday at Annenberg Hall. Molnar presented on reforms to Associated Student Government Senate seat apportionment.

ASG Senate seat apportionment reform presented at forum

May 30, 2018
Karl Behrens, chief operations officer of the Compass Group project division, speaks at ASG Senate on Wednesday. Behrens presented floor plans and sketches for dining hall renovations.

Compass presents food service plan, dining hall renovations at ASG Senate

May 23, 2018

University updates Alcohol and Other Drug Resources website

May 22, 2018
Nyle Arora speaks at Associated Student Government Senate. The Weinberg freshman was confirmed Wednesday as the new treasurer.

ASG Senate passes election commission guidelines form

May 16, 2018
Allen West speaks Tuesday at Technological Institute. West discussed American foreign policy during an event hosted by Northwestern College Republicans.

Former congressman Allen West speaks at College Republicans event

May 16, 2018
Sid Ahuja. The McCormick sophomore was elected to be the new ASG vice president for student activities.

Sid Ahuja elected ASG vice president for student activities

May 14, 2018
Julia Shenkman is sworn in as Associated Student Government’s chief of staff. The Weinberg junior was unanimously confirmed at Wednesday’s Senate.

Weinberg junior Julia Shenkman confirmed as ASG chief of staff

May 10, 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.

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

May 10, 2018
Julia Shenkman is sworn in as chief of staff at Wednesday’s Senate. The Weinberg junior introduced election commission guidelines reform during the meeting.

ASG parliamentarian, new chief of staff introduce changes to election guidelines

May 9, 2018
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