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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


Composting bins are on every floor in Norris, giving students the opportunity to compost and recycle.

Norris composting initiatives make dining greener

October 17, 2024

After eating at Norris University Center, students are faced with three options for disposing of their waste: trash, recycle and compost.  The front-of-house composting program at NU started in October...

A man in a green shirt talks to a crowd.

Sustainable food nonprofit Plant Futures establishes chapter at Northwestern

April 18, 2024

Weinberg senior Sam Rappin said he became familiar with plant-based eating practices while studying in Copenhagen, Denmark. His experience abroad led him to establish the Northwestern chapter of the Plant...

ASG’s Sustainability Committee offers free option to go green for off-campus students

January 9, 2013

Associated Student Government’s Sustainability Committee is offering free compact fluorescent light bulbs and water-efficient showerheads to all students living off campus. The committee launched...

Environmental leader advocates governmental change, student activism

November 8, 2012

An experienced environmental activist and policymaker shared his vision for a sustainable American policy and encouraged young people to engage in environmental advocacy Thursday afternoon at Northwestern. James...

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