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Pavan Acharya

Pavan Acharya, Print Managing Editor

Pavan is a Medill sophomore from Libertyville, Illinois studying Journalism and Political Science. He’s previously served as Campus Editor and Assistant Campus Editor. When he’s not writing or editing for The Daily you can find him watching "The Office" or singing for his a capella group, Brown Sugar. You can reach him via email or Twitter.

Last updated spring 2023.

All content by Pavan Acharya
In front of a background including lines signifying maps, a white hand passes a note that says “reparations” to a black hand.

Community advocates celebrate direct cash payment reparations option but push for more funding

May 29, 2023
An arch with a light-brown base and a black metal top donning the words “Northwestern University.”

Schill, NU administrators talk collegiate athletics at Faculty Assembly

May 23, 2023
Five people smile while holding a check written out to “Project MED” and awarding “$2,500.”

Northwestern’s Project MED wins inaugural ThinkChicago IMPACT competition

May 9, 2023

Northwestern trustee and former FCC chair Newton Minow dies at 97

May 8, 2023
An arch with a light brown base and black frame that includes the words “Northwestern University.”

Three Northwestern faculty members elected to the National Academy of Sciences

May 4, 2023
An illustration of a person in a purple sweater holding a pill — red in one half, blue another — that has a green dollar sign in front of it.

Illinois General Assembly introduces bill to ease access to health care benefits, limit barriers to care

April 26, 2023
Photograph of a large boulder painted black with Stop policing Black spaces and other phrases in white lettering.

Protesters demonstrate against on-campus policing, present Black student demands at The Rock

April 19, 2023
An illustration of a pen writing on a page in front of a blue background.

Student petition demands NU reform emergency protocols in wake of Evanston shooting

April 14, 2023
A beige building with blue glass. Ford Motor Company Engineering Design Center sign above.

Alumni Christina Kosmowski, Rodney Priestley to speak at 2023 McCormick graduation events

April 10, 2023
Globe with purple arrows pointing from North America toward where Egypt and Palestine are located. Flags of Morocco, Egypt, Lebanon, Kuwait are pictured at the bottom in left to right order.

New petition calls on Global Learning Office to increase study abroad programs in MENA region

March 31, 2023
A person in a suit in tie smiling while stadium behind a podium with a microphone.

Pritzker to give 2023 commencement address, receive Honorary Doctor of Laws

March 15, 2023
A person wearing white and a black coat looks at the camera on a cold day.

Patricia Gregory, 2nd Ward candidate, talks Evanston houselessness and community leadership experiences

March 15, 2023

Chemistry Ph.D. student, GoSTEM founder Nicolas Watkins dies

March 14, 2023
A brown house.

Alpha Epsilon Pi to close Northwestern chapter effective immediately

March 9, 2023
A person with black glasses wearing a black shirt.

Actor, activist Stephanie March to give School of Communication convocation address

March 9, 2023
Illustration of a flag design over a state.

State Senator Doris Turner proposes commission for new Illinois flag

March 8, 2023
German Prof. Peter Fenves said Mann’s opposition to fascism in Germany was ironic, since he believed monarchical or autocratic systems best supported the ability of artists to create unique works.

University Library exhibit celebrates democracy advocate and author Thomas Mann

March 3, 2023
A gray building behind a sign that reads “Northwestern Technological Institute.”

Chemistry Prof. George Schatz wins Marsha I. Lester Award for Exemplary Impact in Physical Chemistry

March 1, 2023
A person walking through an arch that says “Northwestern University.”

Vice President for Facilities Alex Darragh to retire in August

February 28, 2023
An illustration including a series of blocks on the left side and the letters “FTX” on the right.

Students, faculty discuss future of Blockchain technology and cryptocurrency following FTX collapse

February 24, 2023
A large arch with the words “Northwestern University” in front of a background of trees and bushes.

Northwestern wins 2023 Senator Paul Simon Award for Comprehensive Internationalization

February 21, 2023

Former Bienen Dean Bernard Dobroski dies at 76

February 21, 2023
A group of individuals holding plaques and awards while smiling.

The Daily Northwestern wins 33 awards at 2023 Illinois College Press Association convention

February 20, 2023
A building made of grey stone.

University implements new security measures after theft, unsolicited visitor incidents

February 20, 2023
A woman wearing a purple shirt and glasses.

Rebecca Blank, former Northwestern President-elect, dies at 67

February 19, 2023
A brown sign with the words “Viet Nom Nom Fresh Vietnamese Inspired Kitchen” in green.

Viet Nom Nom to close all locations after Feb. 24

February 15, 2023
A brown basket with coats and blankets in it.

Shepard Residential College drive collects blankets and coats for Ukrainian and Afghan refugees

February 9, 2023
A gray building located behind a pavilion with benches.

History Prof. and Organization of Women Faculty co-chairs win Provost Awards for Exemplary Faculty Service

February 7, 2023
Illustration of a person wearing glasses, a suit and a purple tie in front of a white-and-purple background.

University President Michael Schill to be inaugurated in June

February 6, 2023
A woman wearing glasses, a black coat and purple scarf looks at the camera while standing outside in the snow.

‘If I can save one life’: Highland Park Mayor Nancy Rotering discusses next steps on gun control

February 2, 2023
A computer with graphs and a calculator on top in front of an orange background.

Students, faculty reflect on data science major after Fall Quarter launch

January 26, 2023
A person wearing a black-and-white striped sweater.

Northwestern names Susan M. Davis new vice president for student affairs

January 19, 2023
Individual presents information on a screen to an audience of multiple people.

Personal Finance Student Association aims to be a resource for lower-income and first-generation students

January 17, 2023
A group of individuals in yellow shirts marching while holding signs, including one which reads “Grad Worker Power.”

NUGW union with United Electric, Radio and Machine Workers of America authorized following two-day election

January 12, 2023
A person in a brown shirt smiling while in front of a grey building.

Assistant Dean of Students Josh McKenzie reflects on ‘a unicorn of an experience’ at Northwestern

January 11, 2023
A gray building with four large pillars below the engraved words “Harris Hall.”

History Prof. wins Bethwell A. Ogot Prize for best East African studies book

January 9, 2023
A grey building with a large piazza in front.

Chemistry Prof Chad Mirkin awarded King Faisal Prize

January 5, 2023
A black arch and person walking through it.

Assistant Dean of Students Josh McKenzie announces departure from Northwestern

January 5, 2023
Q&A: The Garage Executive Director Mike Raab discusses past experiences, goals for the entrepreneurial space

Q&A: The Garage Executive Director Mike Raab discusses past experiences, goals for the entrepreneurial space

January 4, 2023
A large gray building with a sign reading “Northwestern Technological Institute.”

Two Northwestern professors named National Academy of Inventors fellows

January 3, 2023
A group of individuals wearing yellow shirts and holding a sign labeled “NUGW” while marching past a building with gray stone.

NUGW to hold in-person union election Jan. 10 and 11

December 26, 2022
A person wearing a black shirt and tan paints while speaking on a stage.

Q&A: NU alum Carine Kanimba, daughter of Paul Rusesabagina, discusses efforts to free father from Rwandan imprisonment

December 18, 2022
A blue mask with three green germs on top featuring a mask, needles and a computer.

Northwestern to discontinue COVID-19 asymptomatic testing in Winter Quarter

December 5, 2022
A tan building with four pillars and “Harris Hall” written above an entrance with a brown door.

History Prof. Kate Masur’s book wins American Historical Association’s Littleton-Griswold Prize

November 21, 2022
A gray building with brown doors and the words “Scott Hall” etched in stone above.

Panel of professors and military experts discuss future of war in Ukraine

November 18, 2022
Two individuals, one in a blue shirt and another in a flannel, looking at a computer screen on top of a desk.

ASG Senate allocates $66k in additional funding to student organizations

November 18, 2022
A large blue building next to the lakefill with many windows.

Kellogg Prof. sworn in as chief economist for U.S. Agency for International Development

November 16, 2022
An illustration of Black Panther in front of a beige background

Reel Thoughts: ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’ is an emotionally resonant triumph for the Marvel Cinematic Universe

November 15, 2022
A large building located to the right of the Lakefill featuring blue, clear windows.

Kellogg to launch Janet and Craig Duchossois Veteran Scholarship Fund

November 13, 2022
Midterms 2020 banner over a checkered background and a voting box.

Former State Treasurer Alexi Giannoulias wins Illinois Secretary of State election

November 8, 2022
Illustration in which the spotlight is focused on a white individual, while multiple non-white individuals are left out of focus.

Students and faculty address lack of racial diversity in Northwestern theatre, discuss potential solutions to challenges

November 7, 2022
An “I Voted” sticker in front of a blue background.

The Daily Explains: A guide to voting from Northwestern’s Evanston campus

November 4, 2022
Individual in a black shirt waving their hand in front of a green chalkboard.

ASG Senate introduces legislation to increase website interactivity

November 2, 2022
An individual in a suit and tie behind an brown podium featuring the ASG logo.

The Daily Explains: The current status of Greek life seats in the ASG Senate

November 1, 2022
A gray building with a sign in front that reads, “Northwestern University: Feinberg School of Medicine.”

Feinberg receives record figure for research funding

October 30, 2022
A gray stone building with a brown wooden door.

Local religious leaders discuss faith-based efforts to fight racism during ‘Civic Love’ event

October 26, 2022
Tall white building with lights on inside and dark sky in background.

‘It’s a move against the regulatory state’: Panelists discuss West Virginia v. EPA Supreme Court case

October 24, 2022
The exterior of 710 Emerson.

Students express frustration over limited solutions for lack of air conditioning in residence halls

October 20, 2022
A person in a black shirt waves to a crowd while standing in front of two other people and a green chalkboard which reads, “Welcome to ASG Senate.”

ASG Senate holds internal elections for Rules Committee and school senator whip

October 19, 2022
A tall blue building surrounded by other buildings.

Howard Chrisman named next CEO of Northwestern Memorial HealthCare

October 17, 2022
She-Hulk stands in front of a green and brown background.

Reel Thoughts: ‘She-Hulk: Attorney at Law’ is an unfunny comedy that still has some highlights

October 16, 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.

Where University President Michael Schill stands on issues of police, freedom of speech and more

October 16, 2022
Two notebooks, one of which is green and drawn with money on top, and two pencils.

Loan forgiveness to provide varying levels of debt relief for some Northwestern students

October 13, 2022
Illustration of the outside of a church.

‘Gays and Gospel’ event honors Black and queer gospel singers

October 12, 2022
Exterior of a large white building behind a courtyard.

Northwestern launches research collaborative to study impact of Evanston’s reparations ordinance

October 11, 2022
An ASG ballot container.

The Daily Explains: How do ASG Senate elections work?

October 6, 2022
The logo for the Pakistani Students Association in front of a green background.

Pakistani Students Association raises money and builds awareness in response to deadly floods in Pakistan

October 6, 2022
A large white building with a stone pavilion in front.

Northwestern will lead new Center for Chemical Innovation specializing in biocatalysis

October 3, 2022
The Garage logo on top of a pane of glass.

Northwestern entrepreneurial organizations present at The Garage

September 29, 2022
Jason Wang smiling and wearing a jean jacket while standing with his arms crossed.

Jason Wang brings years of experience in exoplanet imaging to Northwestern

September 27, 2022
Stone sign reading “Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine” in front of a stone building.

National Institutes of Health awards $16 million grant to Northwestern for supporting underrepresented faculty recruitment

September 25, 2022
Patrick and Shirley Ryan. The new economics and global primary care centers are part of a $480 million gift from the Ryan family from September 2021.

Northwestern announces new economics center, global primary care center

September 22, 2022
An individual in a suit and tie behind an brown podium featuring the ASG logo.

ASG plans to reform funding policies and academically support quarantined students

September 20, 2022
A doorway next to a staircase with the words Being Black at Northwestern above the doorway.

Community spaces for marginalized students at Northwestern

August 12, 2022
The illustration shows two hands shaking each other over an orange background. To the left is a cell phone.

Feinberg students join TeleHelp Ukraine, a free medical consultation program for Ukrainians overseas

July 21, 2022
Two Doctor Stranges are looking in opposite directions. Between the Stranges is an extra eye, and to the right and left of the illustration are candles. Near the top of the illustration, a glowing version of Wanda Maximoff, the Scarlet Witch, appears.

Reel Thoughts: ‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’ is campy fun, but also underwhelming

May 12, 2022
Illustration of a card held up to a gray lock. An arrow points from the lock to a group of people, and there is an outline of a city skyline in the background.

Graduate students continue advocating for a dedicated lounge space on Chicago Campus

May 12, 2022
An ASG Senator looks at the agenda on the computer for the day’s meeting.

ASG Senate passes legislation on underground tunnel use for students, confirms new Executive Board

May 5, 2022
The illustration shows the silhouette of five MENA students in front of a map of the Middle East and North Africa.

MENA Student Association leads efforts to increase MENA visibility on campus

May 4, 2022
University of Virginia Prof. Lisa Marie Cacho stands in the middle of the frame, presenting to a group of faculty and students.

University of Virginia Prof. Lisa Marie Cacho delivers talk on violence and settler colonialism against Native Hawaiians

April 26, 2022
The PSA logo rests in the center of the space, surrounded by a green background with a squiggly pattern of lines. Each line is a different shade of green.

Newly founded Pakistani Students Association hopes to offer ‘a bit of home’ for students of Pakistani descent

April 20, 2022
ASG Senate meeting in University Hall Room 121. A person speaks to the Senators.

ASG passes resolution to increase MENA student visibility on campus

April 14, 2022
The photo showcases Dittmar Gallery’s new exhibit “Wordless Creatures”. Most of the work for the exhibit is included in the photo, including Matthew Cortez’s “A Weak Connection to the Former Self” on the left side of the image and Madison Gondreau’s “Reflections” on the right.

Dittmar Gallery’s “Wordless Creatures” allows artists to represent their identities through objects

April 6, 2022
The illustration represents a classroom in which four students (represented by circles) are wearing a mask and six are not. Above the students are drawings of three blue masks. The masks appear from left to right, and each mask appears more faded than the last.

Faculty members, teacher’s assistants express concerns about lifted mask mandate in classrooms

March 30, 2022

Students find community through residential colleges

March 4, 2022
The words “Northwestern: Religious & Spiritual Life” are written on a door’s glass in Parkes Hall.

NU religious organizations make alterations to combat omicron variant

February 16, 2022
An illustration of J.K Rowling’s Harry Potter holding a wand while wearing his Hogwarts robes and round glasses against a maroon background. Behind Harry lies three copies of his shadow, fading in the distance.

A college kid’s definitive ranking of the “Harry Potter” books

February 6, 2022
An orange and pink design next to the words “WE ARE SAATH” on a black background.

WE ARE SAATH Northwestern focuses on mental health in the South Asian community

January 19, 2022
The image focuses on the outside of The Garage. The logo of The Garage includes a spelled out version of the name besides an LED display.

Garage Founder-in-Residence launches Rhetoric, providing feedback for start-up pitches through AI-based coaching

January 11, 2022
“Spider-Man: No Way Home” is possibly the MCU’s best Spidey film, mixing heart and humor into a surprisingly emotional final package.

Reel Thoughts: “Spider-Man: No Way Home” is a messy but emotionally powerful Spidey flick

January 4, 2022
The symbol for ASG (three hexagons, one purple, one green and one teal) with an attached talking blurb with a question mark to the left of three talking blurbs with ambiguous writing.

ASG aims to address students’ Wildcat Wellness concerns

January 4, 2022
A drawing of someone wears a winter coat with a white and red logo on the sleeve. They stand in front of a green background accented with question marks and dollar signs.

Canada Goose jackets, a popular and controversial on-campus fashion

December 1, 2021
The image features the back entrance of the Evanston Montessori Children’s House. The school appears to be two levels, with a red balcony on the second floor. Below the balcony are well over 50 different flags representing the various countries of the world. Small green chairs for children are also below the balcony.

Universal pre-K could benefit Evanston’s public childcare centers, potential impact on private providers unclear

November 18, 2021
Local musician Cary Kanno dons a black t-shirt and sunglasses as he holds a small guitar in front of a black-and-white wall with flower designs.

Local singer and guitarist Cary Kanno brings rich history of music experience to the Chicago area

October 26, 2021
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