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

The Daily Northwestern

Nineth Kanieski Koso

Nineth Kanieski Koso, Newsletter Editor

Nineth Kanieski Koso is a McCormick sophomore from South Bend, Indiana. She is studying civil engineering with minors in architectural engineering and political science. At The Daily, she’s previously served as an Assistant Campus Editor. Outside of the newsroom, you can find Nineth playing volleyball, listening to music, and drawing. You can reach her via email.

Last updated winter 2025.

All content by Nineth Kanieski Koso
The Healthy Buildings Ordinance’s approval came at the chagrin of its critics, who had mobilized a campaign against it.

Critics say Evanston’s new Healthy Buildings Ordinance will increase rent, diminish property value

March 19, 2025
The Quarter in Pictures - Winter 2025: From City Council debates to dining workers strike

The Quarter in Pictures – Winter 2025: From City Council debates to dining workers strike

March 11, 2025
Flyers appeared on campus calling for a boycott of the mandated training.

New required bias training met with boycotts from SJP and JVP, approval from others

March 10, 2025
On Tuesday, Trump threatened on Truth Social to withhold federal funding from universities that allow “illegal protests.”

NU professors denounce Trump’s threat to cut federal funding for universities with ‘illegal protests’

March 10, 2025
Dozens braved the cold and snow to attend the rally in Chicago.

NUGW protests against federal research funding cuts at ‘Stand Up for Science’ rally

March 9, 2025
Many other NU support sites have also eliminated their respective anti-discrimination statements and DEI web pages.

Northwestern to evaluate Gender and Sexuality Resource Center amid federal scrutiny

February 28, 2025
Each year, The Daily Northwestern creates a special edition highlighting local businesses and restaurants in Evanston.

Best of Evanston 2025: A scrapbook of this year’s beloved gems

February 26, 2025
Each piece sold at High Touch boutique is handmade.

In Memoriam: High Touch boutique on Sherman Avenue transitions to online retail

February 26, 2025
The lighthouse was built by the U.S. government in 1873.

Best Building: Grosse Point Lighthouse lights the way for over 150 years

February 26, 2025
Over the summer, postdocs gathered over 50% of their bargaining pools’ signatures in a campaign for salary increases.

NU postdoctoral researchers push to unionize amidst job, funding concerns under Trump administration

February 25, 2025
Both students and faculty criticized the demonstration policy for what many said was an infringement on academic freedom and freedom of speech.

Students, faculty express concern surrounding inconsistent enforcement of university demonstration policies

February 5, 2025
President Donald Trump signed the executive order Jan. 29.

Northwestern reacts to Trump’s pledge to cancel student visas of non-citizen college students, pro-Palestinian protestors to fight antisemitism

February 3, 2025
Research Roundup: New microbial therapy for vitiligo, stabilizing quantum networks by adding bridges

Research Roundup: New microbial therapy for vitiligo, stabilizing quantum networks by adding bridges

February 2, 2025
Ald. Clare Kelly (1st) is working with NU administrators to discuss a center for community partnerships, which will connect students with local organizations.

Ald. Clare Kelly and NU could join forces to craft local partnership center

January 30, 2025
University President Michael Schill testifies before the House Committee on Education and the Workforce last May.

House report claims Schill ‘misled Congress’ in testimony, no NU student ‘faced disciplinary sanctions’ for encampment

January 24, 2025
Northwestern researchers have recently made notable advancements in astrophysics and chemistry.

Research Roundup: Researchers make industrial waste into green battery and uncover disparities in maternal heart health

January 21, 2025
Red Cards help people assert their rights and protections under the U.S. Constitution.

Students prepare ahead of potential immigration raids in Chicago

January 21, 2025

The Weekly: Envision Evanston 2045 reactions, Early Decision results, Dolphin Show

January 12, 2025
Prof. Sir Fraser Stoddart speaks at Hardin Hall in 2016 after winning the Nobel Prize in Chemistry.

Northwestern community remembers the late Nobel laureate Sir Fraser Stoddart

January 8, 2025
Incoming freshmen Jordyn Jones (left) and Marni Kim (right) react to their acceptances.

‘A dream come true’: Class of 2029 early admits eager to arrive on campus

January 7, 2025

The Weekly: Morton Civic Center, Advisory Committee on Investment Responsibility, field hockey national championship

November 25, 2024
Retired lawyer Stephen Hackney (left) is a newcomer to politics.

Ald. Clare Kelly challenged by retired lawyer Stephen Hackney for 1st Ward seat

November 22, 2024
A map of U.S. embassies most at risk to climate change.

Northwestern civil and environmental engineers work to future-proof U.S. embassies

November 22, 2024
Tenured faculty members spoke out against the NU’s demonstration policy.

Tenured faculty protest University demonstration policies at The Rock

November 21, 2024
Members of ACIR with a conflict regarding an investment decision must recuse themselves from deliberations.

Investment Responsibility Committee’s recusal policy sparks backlash among faculty, students

November 20, 2024
Communication senior Arwen-Vira Marsh (Antigone) monologues to the audience before her character’s death.

Wirtz Center’s ‘Antigone’ takes influence from Korean shamanism in unique retelling

November 19, 2024
The rally was organized by E-Town Sunrise in the aftermath of the 2024 elections.

E-Town Sunrise, Fossil Free NU rally for Healthy Buildings Ordinance, fossil fuel-free campus

November 18, 2024
At least seven different courses across the psychology, political science and linguistics departments have research participation as a mandatory lab requirement.

Students voice concerns on research participation requirement

November 17, 2024
Ald. Bobby Burns (5th) said he wanted to help support reparations recipients interested in purchasing a home in Evanston.

Evanston Reparations Committee announces $5.2 million given to reparations recipients through Restorative Housing Program

November 7, 2024
Many students express anxiety about the results of the presidential election.

Students anxious about election outcome as presidential results remain unclear

November 6, 2024
State Rep. Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz (D-17th) received 63.7% votes.

Incumbent Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz projected to win fourth consecutive election for 17th district of the Illinois House of Representatives

November 5, 2024
The program has been organized by the Israel Innovation Project, a program that connects NU with Israeli academic institutions for collaborative work in STEM fields.

Israel Global Engineering Trek set to return in 2026

November 5, 2024
Books and flasks

Research Roundup: 100% frost formation prevention, new Huntington’s disease treatment

November 4, 2024
During his time as a lawyer, Jones said he focused on fighting against police brutality and mass incarceration.

CNN political analyst Van Jones talks life experiences, upcoming election at NU College Democrats event

October 30, 2024
Initially, Miller utilized data analytics to develop prediction models for sports teams, particularly baseball, he said.

Who’s leading the presidential race? This NU professor says the answer lies in election betting markets

October 30, 2024
Person speaking in front of a computer.

NU political clubs drive discourse ahead of the upcoming election

October 28, 2024
Each school’s convocation will happen on the Evanston campus.

2025 Commencement to return to the United Center

October 22, 2024
Residential buildings will not be affected by the outage.

Norris, University Library closed at 4 p.m. due to power outage

October 22, 2024
Girl dancing

NU’s South Asian Students Alliance throws annual Garba celebration

October 21, 2024
In 2005, the University instructed its management firms to sell holdings in four foreign-owned companies that were linked to supporting the government regime of Sudan.

As NU reestablishes Advisory Committee on Investment Responsibility, students and faculty express skepticism

October 16, 2024
At a responsible bidder ordinance rally last October, 25 local labor organizers pointed out that the lower bidder isn’t “always the best.” RBOs have already passed in Des Plaines, Forest Park, Oak Forest and Cook county.

The Daily Explains: The long-discussed Responsible Bidder Ordinance

October 15, 2024
The truck’s run will extend from Monday to Thursday.

Calls for NU to cut ties with Kellogg Prof. Julia Vander Ploeg roll through campus

October 15, 2024
Each Disorientation Week event was attended by 10 to 15 people.

NU student activists conclude second ‘Disorientation Week’

October 13, 2024
CAIR Chicago Executive Director Ahmed Rehab said the CAIR office has received dozens of complaints from Muslim students.

The Council on American-Islamic Relations designates Northwestern an institution of ‘particular concern’

October 11, 2024
Google Drive logo with the Northwestern logo

NU extends deadline to relocate files on Google Drive for alumni by five months

October 9, 2024
Members of JVP and the NU community sung a nigun as they walked from The Rock to the lakefront.

JVP hosts Tashlich to honor lives lost in Palestine and Israel

October 7, 2024
The annual household combined water and sewer usage total cost for 2023 was $740.55.

Affordable Water and Sewer Rate Program find success in community outreach

October 4, 2024
The organizers said on Instagram they want to raise awareness by giving Northwestern students the knowledge and skills to understand the “real Northwestern” while also building community and solidarity.

NU student activists launch second ‘Disorientation Week’ amidst changes to student code of conduct

October 3, 2024
50% of the fundraising goal for the new building has been reached.

Kellogg launches $600 million Full Circle Campaign to build state-of-the-art facility

October 3, 2024
From Sept. 25 to Oct. 2, NU Votes is hosting campus-wide voter service stations that provide resources for registering to vote.

NU Votes registers hundreds of students to vote ahead of fall election

September 29, 2024
The 50-year celebration of the festival featured films and shorts by female filmmakers and directors.

Block Museum and Gene Siskel Film Center celebrate 50th anniversary of the Films by Women/Chicago ’74 festival

September 29, 2024
Northwestern’s newest class of admitted students listened to an hourlong speaker session about the history of anti-semitism and Islamophobia to conclude their orientation process.

How Northwestern mandated antisemitism, Islamophobia trainings for its new students

September 29, 2024
Engage Chicago exposes students to new perspectives and ideas through activities and discussions.

Engage Chicago immerses students in community development and social change

September 25, 2024
This is the second year Sustain Evanston has awarded grants for local businesses.

Sustain Evanston awards $600,000 in grants to promote sustainability in Evanston businesses

September 25, 2024
U.S. News ranked Northwestern at 9th place last year.

Northwestern reaches historic high at 6th place in U.S. News college rankings

September 24, 2024
The artificial intelligence tools developed within the Institute will be open source and publicly accessible.

Northwestern to develop $20 million AI institute for astrophysics research

September 18, 2024
Ald. Juan Geracaris (9th) supports increasing the walkability of Evanston as a part of Envision Evanston 2045.

City Council amends RLTO to increase notice period for non-renewal of lease, hears updates to Envision Evanston 2045

August 2, 2024
Preview of what is happening in Chicagoland this week.

The Week Ahead, July 15-21: Concerts, Movies and Celebrations in Chicagoland

July 17, 2024
A man in a suit looks through his glasses and speaks into a microphone at the City Council dais.

City Council approves $2 million grant application to renovate Hilda’s Place, talks Evanston Dog Beach accessibility access

July 11, 2024
The expansion eligibility would include families with children who are entering third grade, which would make approximately 99 to 108 new families eligible.

City Council expands guaranteed income program, exempts athletic fields from leaf blower ordinance

July 10, 2024
Preview of what is happening in Chicagoland this week.

The Week Ahead, July 8-14: Markets, Art Festivals and Concerts in Chicagoland

July 8, 2024
Imran Sultan said he considered climate maps to figure out where to go to see the eclipse.

Nights at Dearborn Observatory, CIERA Astronomer Evenings bring astronomy education to the public

July 3, 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, July 3, 2024

July 3, 2024
Preview of what is happening in Chicagoland this week.

The Week Ahead, July 1-7: Fourth of July Celebrations and Concerts in Chicagoland

July 2, 2024
Left to right: Shannon Stiles, Ozivell Eckford, Ted Williams III, Marchello Lee and Vanessa Love perform in the show.

‘1619: The Journey of A People’ brings audiences through an intense, beautiful journey of African Americans at the Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre

July 2, 2024
Weir said that if farmers move cattle in Bison feeding patterns, grass grows back healthier and fuller.

CNN Chief Climate Correspondent Bill Weir discusses his new book ‘Life as We Know It (Can Be)’

June 26, 2024
A person raises their hand while talking at a dais.

City Council approves $800,000 settlement over Fountain Square leaks, discusses leaf blower ordinance amendments

June 26, 2024
Preview of things to do and see in Chicagoland this week.

The Week Ahead, June 24-30: Concerts, Art Festivals and Pride Celebrations in Chicagoland

June 24, 2024
Chicago Pride Fest will have an estimated 100,000 people in attendance.

The 23rd annual Chicago Pride Fest features JoJo Siwa, Sapphira Cristál and Bob the Drag Queen

June 21, 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, June 21, 2024

June 21, 2024
The Chicago area is offering many summer events ranging from music to movies that don't break the bank.

From movies and concerts to free days at Museums, here are some free things to do this summer in Chicagoland

June 20, 2024
Preview of what is happening in Chicagoland this week.

The Week Ahead, June 17-23: Juneteenth, Summer Solstice and Pride Celebrations in Chicagoland

June 17, 2024
Council Member Jonathan Nieuwsma and E-Town Sunrise decided that divestment from fossil fuels was not logical for the city of Evanston.

Evanston Environment Board drops fossil fuels divestment, recommends updates to leaf blower ordinance

June 17, 2024
SWAN’s 3rd annual Kresgepalooza showcased musicians, like band The Transcontinental Slip n’ Slide.

SWAN travels around the world for third annual Kresgepalooza

May 27, 2024
People at an outdoor market.

Downtown Evanston expands Thursday Night Market, includes free live concerts

May 23, 2024
Prof. Erica Hartmann hopes to expand research into antimicrobial textiles.

Hartmann lab harnesses viruses to fight disease, reduce pollution

May 21, 2024
Around 400 students gathered on Tech Plaza for the start of MSAB’s Engineering Week.

MSAB’s Engineering Week celebrates McCormick students and clubs

May 20, 2024
Person sits before another kneeling person cupping their face in their hands.

Wirtz Center’s retelling of ‘The Tempest’ bends boundaries, centers justice and love

May 20, 2024
Author Quan Zhou spoke about her experiences growing up in Spain on Thursday.

Author Quan Zhou talks Asian stereotypes, Qingtianese identity

May 16, 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, May 16, 2024

May 16, 2024
The eighth annual Refresh spring show took place Saturday evening. There was an 8-ball on the screen that would reply to on-screen questions which acted as transitions. The first set asked, “Is it fate?” to which the 8-ball on the screen replied, “Signs point to yes.”

The fates align for Refresh’s eighth annual spring show

May 12, 2024
Women in dobok punching to the left.

NU Taekwondo Club hosts second annual Taekwondo Show

May 12, 2024
Man playing the banjo sits looking at water and text that says “Evanston Folk Festival”

Evanston SPACE to host first annual Evanston Folk Festival in September

May 9, 2024
A pile of multi-colored letters with phrases of encouragement and congratulations to future freshmen.

Letter-writing campaign to underrepresented McCormick freshmen builds community

May 7, 2024
Ashley Liao spoke on her experiences in the acting industry Sunday evening.

‘Hunger Games’ actress Ashley Liao discusses Asian American representation in acting industry

May 5, 2024
Kim Cobbs speaks at a podium.

Six experts talk sustainability at second Northwestern Sustainability Lecture Series

May 2, 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, May 1, 2024

May 1, 2024
Three people sit in chairs on a stage holding microphones and talking to each other.

Panelists talk legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in ‘The Civil Rights Act at 60’

April 30, 2024
Over 200 students from the NUSO, Bienen Contemporary/Early Vocal Ensemble, University Chorale, University Singers and Northwestern Camerata played in a combined concert Saturday evening.

NUSO and NU Choral Program perform two major works at combined concert

April 28, 2024
Four speakers sit onstage together at a table talking into microphones.

YWCA Evanston/North Shore talks solidarity, white supremacy at annual ‘Unite Against Racism’ campaign

April 25, 2024
Xochitl Gonzalez read from “Olga Dies Dreaming” during her Monday afternoon talk.

Writer, screenwriter Xochitl Gonzalez talks feminism in Latine community

April 22, 2024
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