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The Daily Northwestern

Nicole Markus

Nicole Markus, Development & Recruitment Editor

Nicole Markus is a Medill senior from Miami, Florida. At The Daily, she’s held positions from Summer Editor in Chief and managing editor to social media and copy chief. She’s excited to take on the development role for her final quarter at The Daily. You can reach Nicole via email or X.

Last updated fall 2024.

All content by Nicole Markus
Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump takes the stage at a campaign rally at McCamish Pavilion at Georgia Tech in Atlanta on Oct. 28, 2024.

Donald Trump poised to win presidential election

November 6, 2024
Pro-Palestinian protesters picketed in front of The Rock on Monday.

Northwestern will discipline pro-Palestinian students who protested by The Rock on Oct. 7

October 7, 2024
The Democratic National Convention wrapped up with a keynote address from Vice President Kamala Harris at the United Center on Thursday evening.

DNC Days 3-4: Kamala Harris and Tim Walz accept party nominations

August 23, 2024
A team huddle. Three other former players have filed suit against the University, bringing the total to 25.

Three new plaintiffs file lawsuits against Northwestern in football hazing scandal

May 8, 2024
The turmoil on the committee comes just days after University administrators reached a deal with organizers of the pro-Palestinian encampment on Deering Meadow.

President’s Advisory Committee on Preventing Antisemitism and Hate to cease work

May 2, 2024
The suit criticizes the agreement reached by administrators and encampment organizers on Monday which allowed demonstrations on Deering Meadow to continue through June 1.

Plaintiffs sue Northwestern for response to pro-Palestinian encampment

May 1, 2024
JVP NU said in the statement it has evidence the counterdemonstration was “a coordinated effort organized by the Anti-Defamation League,” contradicting statements by pro-Israel protesters that the event was organically organized.

JVP NU releases statement after Deering Meadow counterprotest

April 28, 2024
Students, community members gather to sing Hebrew songs.

Members of Hillel, Chabad gather on Foster-Walker Complex Lawn

April 26, 2024
Protesters began setting up tents on Deering Meadow at around 7 a.m. Thursday.

University enacts interim addendum to demonstration policy amid Deering Encampment

April 25, 2024
Pat Fitzgerald. The former coach is suing the University for defamation and breach of contract.

Former NU football players win motion to consolidate Pat Fitzgerald lawsuit

April 24, 2024
An illustration of Willie the Wildcat holding a large purple pencil against a purple background. He is wearing a T-shirt with a crossword-grid pattern.

Daily Mini Crossword, April 12, 2024

April 11, 2024
The launch featured three new flavors, a returning flavor and a new topping.

Open Tab: Exploring Jeni’s new tasty extraterrestrial flavors

April 2, 2024
Union Squared pizza brings Detroit style pizza to Chicago.

Best Pizza: Union Squared

February 26, 2024
At the Illinois College Press Association this weekend, The Daily Northwestern won 18 awards, including first place in the general excellence in web category.

The Daily Northwestern wins 18 awards at 2024 Illinois College Press Association convention

February 18, 2024
The center will be built upon the pillars of research, outreach, curriculum and discussion.

Northwestern, Kellogg to launch Center for Enlightened Disagreement

February 14, 2024
Allowing students to report in Washington on Capitol Hill with full press credentials, the program is one of the most popular for Medill students.

Medill on the Hill program gears up for new class, election season

January 8, 2024
Feinberg School of Medicine supported the Institute of Sexual and Gender Minority Health's opening in 2015. Feinberg Prof. Madison Shea Smith’s presentation is part of the ISGMH's “Current Issues in LGBTQ Health” lecture series.

NIH awards NU researchers $5 million grant to study pregnancy and disability

January 4, 2024
The Daily Northwestern's 2023 Orientation Issue

The Daily Northwestern’s 2023 Orientation Issue

August 16, 2023
Each person has their own preference of style, but it’s important to note that the two styles fill two entirely different niches.

A guide to pizza in the Windy City

August 14, 2023
Chicken Shack. For incoming NU students looking for a place for delicious fried chicken, this is your spot.

Five hidden restaurant gems to check out in Evanston

August 12, 2023
Here’s everything you’ll need to know to tackle Northwestern slang and acronyms when you get to campus.

Northwebster: Navigating NU slang and lingo

August 12, 2023
Markus: On the ups and downs of freshman year

Markus: On the ups and downs of freshman year

August 11, 2023
Some of the team’s strongest showings came from then-freshmen sabre Megumi Oishi and épée Karen Wang.

Fencing: Cats look to slice up competition

August 10, 2023
President Michael Schill. He was inaugurated during a tumultuous year.

Year in Review: NU’s top stories from 2022-23

August 6, 2023
University President Michael Schill.

NU President Michael Schill discusses Pat Fitzgerald termination, football program

July 24, 2023
An image of a football player wearing purple hangs on the side of a tan building.

Lloyd Yates becomes first named football player to sue Northwestern in hazing scandal

July 24, 2023
The football team. A former player filed a lawsuit Tuesday after hazing allegations emerged.

Lawsuit filed against Northwestern in football hazing case

July 18, 2023
Stadium with gray seats and grass

David Braun tapped as football interim head coach

July 13, 2023
A man wearing a black hoodie with the Army West Point logo on it, a black baseball cap and sunglasses.

Northwestern relieves baseball coach Jim Foster of duties, team to look for fourth head coach in four years

July 13, 2023
Man in coat stands on field

Northwestern parts ways with football coach Pat Fitzgerald

July 10, 2023
Ryan field. Multiple players have come forward describing hazing rituals on the Northwestern football team.

Former NU players describe racist environment in football program

July 10, 2023
Coach in black shirt paces the sideline.

University president Michael Schill says he “may have erred” in determining Pat Fitzgerald sanction

July 8, 2023
A team huddle. A former player alleges that inappropriate hazing traditions took place throughout his time at NU.

Former NU football player details hazing allegations after coach suspension

July 8, 2023
A black background with cracked glass reads “Reel Thoughts.”

Reel Thoughts: ‘Black Mirror’ season six is a mixed bag

July 3, 2023
A white building with pillars and carved out bodies against a blue sky.

Northwestern affirms commitment to diversity after SCOTUS strikes down affirmative action

June 29, 2023
A white house with a purple sign that reads “BUFFETT INSTITUTE.”

Three will receive Northwestern Alumni Medal

June 28, 2023
Gray, smoky skies are visible over buildings.

Evanston issues air quality alert, closes beaches and cancels some events

June 27, 2023
A lacrosse player with goggles and a white jersey prepares to shoot the ball.

Lacrosse: Izzy Scane nominated for 2023 ESPY for Best College Athlete

June 21, 2023
People sit on a grassy field with vendor tents surrounding them. A multi-color balloon arch with the words “Juneteenth 23” is visible.

Evanston commemorates Juneteenth with parade, celebration

June 19, 2023
A man in a suit stands with his arms crossed.

Milan Mrksich to step down as vice president for research

June 15, 2023
“The Weekend Ahead” is written out, surrounded by graphics of a building, paintbrushes, NU pennant and lighthouse on an orange background.

The Weekend Ahead: Happenings on campus, in Evanston June 17-19

June 15, 2023
A group of 2023 graduates in purple robes smile and clap.

“The good old days:” Gov. J.B. Pritzker delivers ‘The Office’-themed speech at 2023 commencement

June 12, 2023
A tan building stands with the words “Ford Motor Company Engineering Design Center” mounted on it in silver letters.

Christopher Schuh named McCormick School of Engineering Dean

June 6, 2023
A man in a purple robe and a black cap walks down the aisle.

University president Michael Schill inaugurated

June 2, 2023
A group of people in colorful shirts dance on stage.

NUDM names Ronald McDonald House Charities of Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana as 2024 primary beneficiary

June 1, 2023
Six teams of finalists stand with big checks, totaling from $6,000 to $9,000 each.

Fashion startup Cue the Curves takes home $150,000 VentureCat grand prize

June 1, 2023
A glass building against a blue cloudless sky.

Jonathan Bailey Holland named Bienen School of Music Dean

May 31, 2023
Text reads “This year, on Evanston’s 160th birthday, we honor the community the city has created while recognizing the harm it’s propagated. With hard work, hopefully the next 160 years will be filled with history we can be proud of” on a purple background.

Markus: On Evanston’s past and future

May 25, 2023
A woman wearing a sparkly pink and black jumpsuit sings and a larger image of her is blown up behind her.

Lizzo empowers Chicago audience with “The Special 2our”

May 18, 2023
Ronald Gladden is illuminated in the middle of the image while other jurors have a blue shade over their face.

Reel Thoughts: ‘Jury Duty’ could be the most wholesome show of 2023

May 2, 2023
A building with a red roof and white stone walls.

Best Late Night Bite: Chicken Shack

February 23, 2023
An illustration of a dark blue ramp with the phrase "An Uphill Battle" written across it. In the background, there is a wheelchair sign next to a light purple silhouette of Weber Arch and darker purple silhouettes of Deering Library and Locy Hall.

In Focus: Physical accessibility limits students on Northwestern’s Evanston campus

February 9, 2023
Northwestern’s logo is displayed on a red background with other schools like Harvard, Yale, Georgetown and Stanford. On the other side, U.S. News and World Report’s logo is displayed on a blue logo, with a hand extending out of Northwestern’s logo dropping a medal on the floor.

Faculty discuss Pritzker School of Law opting out from U.S. News rankings

January 19, 2023
Gov. J.B. Pritzker, wearing a gray jacket, speaks at a meeting in front of a blue screen.

Illinois becomes ninth state to ban assault weapons

January 10, 2023
A student votes in a voting booth.

New year, new laws: Nine laws affecting Evanston residents in 2023

January 5, 2023
President Michael Schill looks at a gray Northwestern sweater, a blue moded, his dog Max and some deep dish pizza. These items are all on top of a gradient blue background.

Markus: Eight Things President Schill Wants for Hannukah

December 1, 2022
A paper banner with the words “Feed your workers” and illustrations of food on a fence in front of a green meadow.

Students Organizing for Labor Rights marches for Northwestern maintenance staff

November 21, 2022
A pink bra on top of a gradient background.

Q&A: NU alum and Springrose founder Nicole Cuervo talks inspiration, bras

November 20, 2022
Three handmaids in red robes and white hats walk underneath an eye, framed by a red background.

Reel Thoughts: ‘The Handmaid’s Tale’ season five depicts the power of forgiveness and long-held grudges

November 13, 2022
University President Michael Schill stands at a podium in front of purple curtains, and a screen reads, “Welcome George R.R. Martin.”

‘I bought a train’: George R.R. Martin talks ‘Game of Thrones’ and time at Northwestern during Medill event

November 9, 2022
A white Indivisible Evanston poster reads “Join, Act, Resist, Vote.”

Indivisible Evanston hosts Rep. Jan Schakowsky at midterm watch party

November 8, 2022
Raven Ross and SK Alagbada hug framed by a white border, with a purple and blue gradient background.

Reel Thoughts: ‘Love is Blind’ season three indicates love is, in fact, not blind

November 6, 2022
George R.R. Martin sits on a purple chair with a colorful background.

‘Game of Thrones’ writer George R. R. Martin gifts NU $5 million to establish professorship, writing workshop

October 31, 2022
Veronica Burton, former Northwestern guard, dribbles the ball down the court.

Women’s Basketball: With Veronica Burton gone, other players step up

October 31, 2022
A beige building framed by a blue sky.

Alice Kaplan Institute hosts a conversation on how to cope in the academic world

October 25, 2022
An illustration depicts a blond woman riding her red dragon.

Reel Thoughts: ‘House of the Dragon’ differentiates from ‘Game of Thrones’ but keeps its special feel

October 25, 2022
A student gets food in a lit-up room, decorated with red tablecloths and lanterns.

Taiwanese Night Market offers food, activities and culture to Northwestern students

October 23, 2022
A building with glass windows.

Kimberly Querrey gifts $121 million to NU to support research, biomedical discovery

October 18, 2022
Illustration of two abortion rights signs with fists raised upward against a green background.

Gender and Sexuality Studies Program talks past, present and future of abortion rights

October 16, 2022
A gray wall with letters reading "Virginia Wadsworth Wirtz Center.}

American Music Theatre Project announces new artistic director, musicals

October 12, 2022
An exterior photo of Evanston Township High School.

Students and parents advocate for change in ETHS attendance policy

October 11, 2022
A construction box featuring Starbucks lettering “We’re brewing something new” and “Opening early 2023.”

Shake spot to open in Norris amid Dunkin’ closure and Starbucks relocation

September 28, 2022
The Friday monkeypox discussion focused on which community members are most at risk, what the risk factors are and how to prevent that risk.

Northwestern faculty talk monkeypox risk factors at LGBTQ+-focused discussion

September 25, 2022
A person stands on a stage in front of a white projector screen that reads “Inferno Guard” in red. An audience sits in chairs in front of the stage.

Student startups awarded more than $300,000 in VentureCat pitch competition

May 25, 2022
People sit in classroom desks while two people speak from a podium.

Associated Student Government Senate approves additional funding for some student groups

May 18, 2022
Green bushes frame a red-brick Foster-Walker Complex.

Students express concerns with housing selection system, propose changes

May 11, 2022
The front of Scott Hall, framed by trees and flowers.

Faculty Senate takes nominations for President-Elect, addresses staffing shortages

May 4, 2022
Different color bars on a white box depict a bar graph, reminiscent of the ones shown in Northwestern’s CTECs.

Faculty, students express concerns about CTECs and propose reforms

May 2, 2022
A group of dancers raise one arm and kneel on one leg while extending the other.

‘REFRESH: THE UNIVERSE’ spring show blasts off after 3-year hiatus

May 2, 2022
Rows of students wearing purple and teal Wildcat Welcome shirts.

Some students criticize Wildcat Welcome sexual health programming

April 20, 2022
University Hall, framed by tree branches and a setting sun.

Senior administrators talk faculty and staff compensation, COVID-19 numbers at panel

April 6, 2022
A computer monitor displays a white paper with scribbled black lines. Next to the computer, there is a window, a notebook and a pencil.

Testing, vaccines and environmental monitoring: Northwestern’s research contributions to the pandemic

April 3, 2022
One actor in a skirt, blouse and red cape holds their hands to their face in delight. Another in a vest, scarf and plague-era mask watches them with their hands limp in front of them.

The Panini Players serve sandwiches with a side of Renaissance-era improv

March 2, 2022
Interior of Tapas Barcelona Restaurant. Blue glasses are placed upside down on tables, and dried spices hang on string from the ceiling. The walls are painted with the restaurant's menu.

Best First Date Spot: Tapas Barcelona

February 28, 2022
Two students in blue jackets gesture towards their peers with open arms and looks of surprise.

“Mee-ow You See Me” comedy show to premiere in Shanley Pavilion

February 25, 2022
Three masks, one cloth, one surgical and one KN95, line up against a purple background.

Northwestern students discuss the possibility of mask mandate’s end

February 21, 2022
A couple enjoys Valentine’s Day together in front of a pink background with pink flowers, a chocolate box and a necklace.

Northwestern students find unique ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day

February 13, 2022
Three clothing items side by side. The shirt on the left is beige, the blazer in the middle is brown, and the turtleneck top on the right is black.

Q&A: ‘Cats Closet provides professional clothing to students in need

February 2, 2022
A man wearing a blue plaid shirt edits a story on his laptop.

From The Newsroom: The Daily’s corrections and fact-checking process, explained

January 12, 2022
Tyler stands under blue light with his arm in the air, in front of an open laptop and headphones around his neck. He’s on stage in front of a screen with the word “Moondog” on it.

Moondog shoots for the stars after performance at A&O Blowout

November 8, 2021
The all-gender restroom on the third floor of Norris.

Faculty Senate approves resolution to expand all-gender restroom access on campus

November 3, 2021
The men’s club fours team rows in the Head of the Charles Regatta.

Northwestern crew competes in Head of the Charles Regatta, women’s team qualifies for next year’s event

October 25, 2021
An illustration of a football player on a moped

Contradicting rumors, NU athletes purchase their own mopeds

October 21, 2021
“Let’s Get Wicked” actress Annabel Forman, seen in a red dress and top hat, raises her arm in performance in front of background dancers.

Q&A: Annabel Forman talks working at Hong Kong Disneyland while attending NU

October 10, 2021
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