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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

People walk on Chicago Avenue. Evanston’s We’re Out Walking program, which promotes an active lifestyle, is celebrating its 10th anniversary.

Evanston walking program celebrates 10th anniversary

May 24, 2017

We’re Out Walking — a program that encourages Evanston residents to lead active and healthy lifestyles — began 10 years ago as Women Out Walking with the goal of getting 50 women in the community...

Alan Anderson, Northwestern’s executive director for neighborhood and community relations, speaks at a District 65 meeting on Monday. Anderson explained the partnership the University is starting with District 65 schools.

D65, Northwestern officials explain plans for STEM partnership

May 24, 2017

Representatives from Northwestern and Evanston/Skokie School District 65 elaborated on plans for a new partnership office at a school board meeting Monday. The partnership office, which was announced...

In Focus: As town-gown strains subside, concerns over communication gaps, University contributions linger

In Focus: As town-gown strains subside, concerns over communication gaps, University contributions linger

May 19, 2017

When Morton Schapiro stepped into his role as Northwestern’s president in 2009, Elizabeth Tisdahl, who had just been elected Evanston mayor, immediately reached out to him. Tisdahl said she threw...

A construction site on Northwestern’s campus. The second class of trainees from a trade skills program are graduating this month.

Northwestern job training program prepares to graduate second class

May 18, 2017

The second class of graduates of a joint trade skills program between Northwestern and Evanston are preparing to complete their training later this month. The six trainees will work full-time for the...

Robert Crown Community Center, 1701 Main St. The campaign for a new center recently secured a $500,000 donation from Wintrust Bank.

Wintrust Bank donates $500,000 to Robert Crown Community Center project

April 3, 2017

The campaign to build a new Robert Crown Community Center in south Evanston has secured a $500,000 donation from Wintrust Bank, as the city continues a fundraising drive to build the new $30 million facility. This...

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