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

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Nicole Markus

Nicole Markus, In Focus Editor

Nicole Markus is a Medill sophomore from Miami, Florida double majoring in journalism and psychology. At The Daily, she's been copy chief, social media editor and holiday guide editor. She's previously worked with MediaWise and the Florida Villager. You can reach Nicole via email or Twitter.

Last updated spring 2023.

All content by Nicole Markus
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 6, 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 14, 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 10, 2022
A white Indivisible Evanston poster reads “Join, Act, Resist, Vote.”

Indivisible Evanston hosts Rep. Jan Schakowsky at midterm watch party

November 9, 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 7, 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 19, 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 restaurants 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 22, 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 3, 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 4, 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 22, 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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