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

The Daily Northwestern
19° Evanston, IL
Donate
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

Maia Pandey, Print Managing Editor

Maia is a junior from Boston double majoring in journalism and creative writing. She currently serves as a print managing editor. At The Daily, she has also served as campus editor and development and recruitment editor. You can reach Maia via email or Twitter.

Last updated fall 2022.

All content by Maia Pandey
Several multicolored dolls on display.

Christkindlmarket, Winterland, CTA Holiday Train: Check out these holiday events in Chicago this season

December 1, 2022
People in yellow shirts holding a banner march past a gray building.

Northwestern refuses to voluntarily recognize graduate workers union, NUGW to pursue union election in coming days

November 14, 2022
A robotic arm with a camera attached is submerged in a river.

Northwestern-led study uncovers why fish look downward when swimming

November 2, 2022
A woman stands in front of an altar with flowers and photos.

Latinos en Evanston North Shore hosts annual Día de los Muertos celebration to honor lost loved ones

October 31, 2022
A timeline of major Title IX moments at Northwestern

Nineteen of the biggest moments in Northwestern women’s athletics history

October 27, 2022
Picture of a building at night with a car driving in front of it.

The Daily Explains: Northwestern’s Title IX policies

October 27, 2022
Exterior of a gray building on campus. A small courtyard and pavilion are in front of the building, as is a flag pole hoisting the American and Northwestern flags.

Q&A: University President Michael Schill talks student activists, Board of Trustees and transition to NU

October 16, 2022
Gray building with green hedges and a flagpole.

Faculty Senate welcomes University President Michael Schill, votes on Organization of Women Faculty motion

October 13, 2022
Illustration of a football stadium with black lines sketched around it.

University President Schill, NU administrators discuss Ryan Field redesign at Faculty Senate

October 13, 2022
A group of people lie on the ground in a circle.

‘Expect the unexpected’: TBD’s fall show blends audience participation into its Neo-Futurist-inspired plays

October 2, 2022
A sign reading “Northwestern Technological Institute” in front of a stone building.

Ryan family gift to establish new fund for life sciences research

September 26, 2022
A photo of an Iranian woman surrounded by small candles arranged in a heart shape on top of a green-and-white embankment.

Community members mourn deceased Kurdish woman, voice support for nationwide protests in Iran

September 26, 2022
Upward-facing photo of the Pritzker School of Law building.

Person in racist viral video not a current Pritzker student, Dean Osofsky says

September 21, 2022
A person standing at a podium labeled asg

A guide to Associated Student Government, Northwestern’s body of student representatives

August 12, 2022
Podculture: ‘I can be happy and trans’: Queer students find joy in music

Podculture: ‘I can be happy and trans’: Queer students find joy in music

July 8, 2022
Woman in red vest and googly eye on forehand extends hand outward, surrounded by eyes in the background.

Reel Thoughts: On feeling nothing after watching ‘Everything Everywhere All at Once’ and performative representation

June 12, 2022
A person holds a sign that reads “Thoughts, Prayers…and LAWS!” while two people speak from a megaphone.

Students Demand Action honors Uvalde shooting victims, rallies for gun violence prevention

June 3, 2022
Students sit in seats in a classroom looking at the front, where two students stand behind a podium.

ASG addresses medical leaves of absence, swim lessons for students in final meeting of academic year

June 2, 2022
Man with white hair and black jacket with purple Northwestern logo on it speaks into a black microphone and points upward.

University President Morton Schapiro discusses COVID-19 response, athletics and fundraising in Faculty Assembly meeting

June 1, 2022
Man with white hair and black jacket with purple Northwestern logo on it speaks into a black microphone and points upward.

Northwestern to rename 560 Lincoln after University President Morton Schapiro and wife Mimi Schapiro

May 27, 2022
Students sit in seats in a classroom looking at the front, where two students stand behind a podium.

A year in review: ASG’s landmark achievements from this academic year and priorities for the fall

May 27, 2022
Man with white hair and black jacket with purple Northwestern logo on it speaks into a black microphone and points upward.

President Schapiro discusses student body diversity, University global outreach

May 24, 2022
A photo of Crowe Hall. The building is gray with a lawn and tree in the foreground.

African American Studies faculty vote to rename department Black Studies, pending University approval

May 24, 2022
A collage of news clips and photos.

African American Studies department commemorates 50th anniversary

May 22, 2022
Large painted letters spell out “Dillo Day” on the lakefill.

Cochise announced as mainstage performer for 50th Dillo Day

May 14, 2022
A view of the southwest end of the Jacobs Center with sunlight on it.

University says PCR tests are only offered on a limited basis for those partaking in NU-related travel

May 13, 2022
A person holds up a white piece of paper with a big red question mark in front of their face. The Daily Northwestern’s newsroom is in the background.

From The Newsroom: How and why we grant anonymity to sources

May 11, 2022
A purple rock with red paint on an embankment in front of it that reads “NU SJP.”

How a slogan painted on The Rock reignited campus discussions about antisemitism

May 6, 2022
Poster with “masking is optional” in big white capital letters in front of a green rectangle. Depicted below are two wildcats, one with a mask, the other without. Below these cats are more words.

Northwestern to maintain policies of no mask mandate and no general testing requirement until end of academic year

May 5, 2022
Brick buildings with a few pedestrians.

Northwestern closes investigation into alleged non-consensual druggings at fraternity houses this fall

May 4, 2022

Police arrest suspect after University sends notice of active threat on its Chicago campus

May 2, 2022
A worker pushing a cart in Allison Dining Hall.

SOLR releases petition calling on Compass to honor its contract with workers

April 26, 2022
Picture of a blue building against a cloudless sky.

Northwestern Memorial Hospital pauses operations for several hours after ‘armed intruder alert’

April 25, 2022
Students and community members gathered at The Rock on Saturday night to honor Palestinians lost in recent weeks.

Community members gather to honor lost Palestinian lives in Students for Justice in Palestine vigil

April 25, 2022
Jason Hegelmeyer (left) and Donovan Cusick (right) sitting on the stairs of University Hall.

Jason Hegelmeyer and Donovan Cusick win ASG presidential election

April 16, 2022
Two horizontal photos of both sets of candidates in front of a purple background at the debate.

Grow-Vicens slate successfully challenges one of three strikes against campaign, remains on ASG presidential ballot

April 15, 2022
Two people shake hands with a third person standing in between them.

ASG election commission receives reports of harassment, does not find violation of election guidelines

April 14, 2022
Two people shake hands with a third person standing in between them.

Associated Student Government presidential candidates square off in Tuesday debate

April 13, 2022
Hexagons with various icons in front of a purple background.

Grow-Vicens slate suspended for 12 hours from ASG presidential election

April 10, 2022
Silhouettes of protestors standing in a line at night. They are facing police cars with flashing lights.

Organizing during the pandemic: Activist groups on campus fight for changes, spotlight institutional problems

April 3, 2022
The Arch, which reads “Northwestern University.” A banner on the arch reads “Welcome Home, Wildcats!”

Northwestern graduate schools place among top 20 in U.S. News rankings

March 31, 2022
The Arch, which reads “Northwestern University.” A banner on the arch reads “Welcome Home, Wildcats!”

As Northwestern admits 7% of applicants for its class of 2026, President Schapiro says he still reads application files

March 30, 2022
A side profile of a member of Reform CAPS holding a phone up to her ear as she waits for an answer. A Requisition for Reform in text sits above her head.

In Focus: Northwestern students call for overhaul of campus mental health services amid national wave of collegiate advocacy

February 4, 2022
Deering Library on a sunny day.

Northwestern library workers vote to unionize

December 7, 2021
Picture of the NU-Q campus with greenery in the foreground and a large purple banner that reads “Northwestern University in Qatar.”

NU-Q students protest racism on campus, advocate for higher wages and support services

November 22, 2021
Ahead of a large group of people, two people walk and hold a large banner that reads “Justice for Keith LaMar,” “Abolish the death penalty” and “End solitary.”

NU prison education programs host weekend of events with Justice for Keith LaMar campaign

November 15, 2021
A photo of Crowe Hall. The building is gray with a lawn and tree in the foreground.

Black students discuss undergraduate experience, University demonstration policy

November 11, 2021
Four people sit on a stage. Behind them is a projected screen with the names and photos of the panelists.

Indigenous journalists, activists reflect on Native voting power and coverage of their communities

November 10, 2021
A magnifying glass focuses on green bills. The bills are on top of a calendar, various papers and writing utensils.

Northwestern Graduate Workers continue pushing for unionization, form group for disabled students

November 3, 2021
Three people standing around a table in Deering Library with art supplies.

Community members paint, create to commemorate Sand Creek Massacre anniversary

November 3, 2021
Map of the Middle Eastern area with surrounding areas fading out into the background.

Middle Eastern and North African studies scholars discuss solidarity politics, Palestinian activism

November 1, 2021
Two men hug in the front lawn of the Black House. They are standing in front of rows of white folding chairs.

“Black House is back”: 1914 Sheridan Rd. reopens after more than two years of renovation

October 18, 2021
An image of the Black House. The house is beige with a sign on the front porch that reads “Northwestern University.”

Black House to officially reopen in October after over two years of renovation

September 29, 2021
Northwestern’s Weber Arch stands with a blue sky in the background. Shadows of tall trees and branches frame the arch from left and right.

Annual safety report disregards potential impacts of COVID-19, student movements

September 29, 2021
An image of the gray Rebecca Crown Center building. There is a lawn with white flowers in front of the building.

Faculty Senate passes cheer team resolutions, talks language on academic freedom

June 4, 2021
Amy Falls in a dark gray blazer and shirt, wearing gold and red earrings. Behind Falls is a sign of Northwestern, in gray and purple.

Faculty Senate welcomes Chief Investment Officer Amy Falls, talks future of divestment proposals

June 4, 2021
Illustration of women in a blue shirt working at a desk. There is a laptop open in front of her, and she is holding papers, while a baby sits to her left.

Caregiver faculty, students reflect on University childcare aid, voice concerns around return to in-person work

May 28, 2021
The Rock has layers of chipped paint laying on the ground on the left side.

Students chip away paint on The Rock, “Free Palestine” messages left intact

May 27, 2021
University President Morton Schapiro gestures while standing in front of a light wooden podium and navy curtains. He wears a suit, tie and purple vest.

President Schapiro talks Polisky resignation, says he had “complete authority” over hiring decision in Faculty Assembly meeting

May 27, 2021
A gray and tan walkway with five visible pillars. A purple banner reads: “Welcome Wildcats! Testing Entry Ahead.”

Administrators discuss plans to reopen, lift testing mandate for vaccinated individuals at Faculty Assembly meeting

May 26, 2021
Chloe x Halle perform in black dresses facing toward each other. The background is dark blue.

Grammy-nominated singing duo Chloe x Halle to perform at 2021 A&O Ball

May 26, 2021
Seven students pose outdoors in formal attire. There is a gray fence in the background.

After pandemic hiatus, Black Formal returns in Homecoming-themed, virtual and in-person events

May 19, 2021
A crowd of people against a gray bannister. The sky behind is blue.

Mayfest Productions announces week of in-person programming leading up to Dillo Day

May 17, 2021
Photo of the Mudd Science and Technology Library at night. Building is lit and there is a staircase in the foreground.

NU astrophysicists help develop most realistic, largest-ever star formation simulation

May 17, 2021
Four people sit on a blanket around wooden garden boxes. They are in the middle of a grass field and painting the boxes with flowers.

Fossil Free NU hosts teach-in on divestment, abolition, Indigenous rights

May 16, 2021
A beige sign outside of a gray University building with the words “Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.” There are trees and shrubbery between the sign and the building.

Studies show COVID-19 vaccine has no effect on fertility, though fertility remains a concern among vaccine-hesitant

May 11, 2021
An image of the gray Rebecca Crown Center building. There is a lawn with white flowers in front of the building.

Graduate student advocacy groups reflect on progress made, demands still unmet under Dean Mayo

May 9, 2021
Illustration of two people talking in a pink bubble over a teal background. There are speech bubbles hovering over both of them with images of a therapist and patient.

In response to limited CAPS availability, students compile local therapist recommendations

May 5, 2021
A picture of a three-story, beige building in the snow. A car is driving along the road in front of the building.

Northwestern Health Service to help students register for second vaccine appointments

May 3, 2021
Photo of the Weber Arch with snow at base.

Northwestern to extend Fourth of July holiday for summer classes running longer than three weeks

May 3, 2021
Photo of the Weber Arch with snow at base.

Northwestern and University of Hong Kong develop computing device that emulates human brain

May 2, 2021
Illustration of a side profile from chin to torso. Arm has a red bandage on it from the vaccine shot, and the background is purple and blue stripes with blue dots.

Fully vaccinated? What you can do, according to CDC and University guidelines

April 28, 2021
Photograph of the Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Center for the Musical Arts from a downwards angle. Lawn and a lamp post are in the foreground.

Faculty, students react to search committee for next University president

April 26, 2021
Banner reading “There is no planet B,” with a drawing of the earth in the center. Banner also reads “Divest from death, invest in life,” “Stop Line 3” and “Abolish NUPD.” It is hanging on a black fence in front of the Deering Library.

Fossil Free NU calls for divestment, abolition and community reinvestment in “Beyond Earth Day” march

April 22, 2021
An open book, calendar, pencils and paper on a blue table. A stack of green dollar bills branded with a question mark are on the book, and a magnifying glass is laid over the bills.

#OneYearOut, NUGW continues call for funding extensions and worker protections

April 12, 2021
An image of the Black House. The house is beige with a sign on the front porch that reads “Northwestern University.”

With Black House set to reopen fall 2021, students reflect on the community missed during renovations

April 7, 2021
Hillel’s food service was the only Passover-appropriate, kosher on-campus dining option during the weeklong celebration. Students were able to pick up lunch and dinner to-go and free of charge.

Hillel supports students in quarantine with temporary Passover food options

April 5, 2021
Close-up photo of a hand holding a coupon for a free Blaze Pizza. Coupon is rectangular and reads “Free Pizza, Lucky You,” along with an icon of a person riding a bicycle.

Wildcat GeoGame returns for one last trip around the world after pandemic hiatus

April 4, 2021
Awning of gray Norris University Center building, with the building name posted in dark gray lettering. Three flagpoles are nailed over the awning. From left to right they display the United States flag, the Illinois state flag, and the third one has a purple Northwestern University flag with a Black Lives Matter flag below that says the slogan in white lettering on a black background.

University announces Black House reopening, racial justice updates

March 31, 2021
To visit any dining hall on campus, students have to make reservations, which are spaced out in 15-minute intervals and have a cap of 40 to 50 students each.

New dining hall policies reduce seating and hours, station staff to enforce distancing

February 25, 2021
Northwestern University in Qatar. NU-Q political science Prof. Jocelyn Mitchell withdrew from a research project this month over a racist and sexist article she reposted to her blog in 2008.

NU-Q prof. withdraws from research project after backlash over racist, sexist blog repost

February 18, 2021
Ibram X. Kendi talked about antiracism and policing in the hour-long event Thursday night, moderated by American Studies Prof. Nicole A. Spigner.

Ibram X. Kendi talks antiracism and policing in FMO- and PU-sponsored event

February 16, 2021
Political science Prof. James Druckman. Since last April, Druckman has been working with researchers from Harvard, Northeastern and Rutgers on the COVID States Project, the largest ongoing national survey tracking people’s opinions and behavior during the pandemic.

NU professor, students help conduct largest ongoing national survey on pandemic behavior

February 11, 2021
NPEP Director Jennifer Lackey. Lackey and NPEP hosted a roundtable discussion on prison abolition featuring activists with firsthand experience of the criminal justice system.

Activists, authors share personal stories in prison abolition roundtable

February 10, 2021
Hillel’s food service was the only Passover-appropriate, kosher on-campus dining option during the weeklong celebration. Students were able to pick up lunch and dinner to-go and free of charge.

Hillel symposium continues campus conversations about Zionism, anti-Semitism and racial justice

January 26, 2021
Rabbi Jessica Lott closed the Monday afternoon event with a benediction, while Alpha Mu members held candles in front of their screens.

Alpha Mu’s MLK Day candlelight vigil explores themes of mass incarceration, abolition

January 18, 2021
Illinois Pretrial Fairness Act aims to end cash bonds, reduce financial and racial barriers and prioritize community safety.

Pretrial Fairness Act seeks to end cash bail, promote racial and criminal justice

November 19, 2020
Angela Davis spoke about the need to reimagine and rebuild racist institutions and not settle for “piecemeal reforms.” Over 1,600 people attended the event hosted by For Members Only.

Angela Davis engages community, student abolitionists in annual State of the Black Union

November 13, 2020
Most students, whether they’re living in Evanston or not, will face darker and colder days over the next few months. This winter will be particularly difficult, as seasonal affective disorder compounds the stress of online learning and the pandemic.

Seasonal affective disorder threatens students’ already eroding mental health

November 5, 2020
A young non-voter speaks at a protest for the rights of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients. The future of DACA hangs in the balance in this election, DACA recipient and Alianza Americas staff member Dulce Dominguez said.

Evanston, Chicago residents ineligible to vote work to mobilize peers and communities

November 2, 2020
A woman recovering from addiction holds her baby. Jessica Martinaitis (Medill MSJ ’19) followed the young mother for her film documenting the repercussions of a Wisconsin law that punishes mothers and pregnant women with substance abuse issues.

American film festival features Medill, NU-Q student work

October 26, 2020
History Prof. Doug Kiel (middle) represented Northwestern on the panel Monday. He is one of only six full-time Native American faculty and staff at NU.

Big Ten professors discuss supporting Indigenous communities, advancing Native American studies

October 12, 2020
Weinberg sophomore Aditi Ghei said she’s been taking advantage of the early fall weather to walk along Lake Michigan. Like many other students living off-campus this quarter, Ghei is making an effort to socialize outdoors and in small groups.

Students adjust to a quieter, socially distant life in Evanston

October 8, 2020
Load More Stories
Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Location:
1999 Campus Drive, Evanston, IL, 60201
Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern
NEWS

Arts & Entertainment

On Campus

Around Town

Multimedia

Opinion

Division I Athletics
MORE

Awards

Editorial Board

Former Daily Editors

Print Issue

S.P.C
SUPPORT

Advertise

Donate

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

The Daily Northwestern
NEWS

Arts & Entertainment

On Campus

Around Town

Multimedia

Opinion

Division I Athletics
MORE

Advertise

Donate

Editorial Board

Join The Daily

Print Issue

S.P.C
The Daily Northwestern • © 2022 The Daily Northwestern • FLEX Pro WordPress Theme by SNO • Log in
Menu
Activate Search
Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881
Maia Pandey