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

The Daily Northwestern


Program Director Geraldo Cadava speaks at the American Studies 50th anniversary celebration on Friday night.

American Studies program celebrates 50th anniversary, brings together generations of alumni

October 6, 2024

When English Professor Emeritus Carl Smith founded the American Studies program in 1974, he envisioned an interdisciplinary honors program hinged on field-based learning and a senior thesis. The application-only...

NU alum Jack Jordan says nobody is too small to make a change toward climate action.

NU alum takes on role of co-chair at Climate Action Evanston

October 4, 2023

From majoring in environmental sciences and American studies at Northwestern to serving as  a co-chairman of the Board of Directors for a local environmental advocacy organization Climate Action Evanston,...

NU Declassified: American Studies — small cohorts, big opportunities

NU Declassified: American Studies — small cohorts, big opportunities

February 23, 2022

    Ever wondered about the American Studies program? From the coveted fifth floor lounge to the branded tote bags to the application process, NU Declassified breaks down the American...

Actor David Oyelowo plays Martin Luther King Jr. in the 2014 film “Selma.” The film’s director, Ava DuVernay, will speak at Northwestern on May 18 following a screening of the film.

‘Selma’ director to speak at Northwestern

May 11, 2015

Ava DuVernay, the first female African-American director to be nominated for a Golden Globe and for the Academy Award for Best Picture, will give a talk May 18 following a screening of her award-winning...

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