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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


Scott Hall houses the Office of Student Conduct. A former Northwestern student filed a lawsuit against the University in September, alleging his exclusion from NU resulted from a “grievous mishandling” of a sexual assault investigation against him.

Hearing set after former student sues University, claiming ‘grievous mishandling’ of sexual assault investigation excluded him from NU

December 9, 2017

A former Northwestern student is suing the University after a “grievous mishandling” of an investigation following sexual assault allegations against him, according to a copy of the lawsuit obtained...

Former Northwestern adjunct professor leaves after saying sexual harassment complaint inquiry was unfounded

January 27, 2016

Dave Linhardt never made it to teach the third meeting of his Principles of Entrepreneurship class. On Jan. 12 and Jan. 14 — only the second week of the quarter — Linhardt, who was an adjunct professor,...

New Title IX investigator to help streamline sexual misconduct process

May 1, 2015

When Colleen Johnston learned Northwestern was looking to hire a Title IX investigator, she knew she wanted to apply. Johnston, who has a background in civil rights enforcement and law, said she had...

Northwestern hires first full-time Title IX investigator

April 1, 2015

Northwestern's first employee devoted to investigating Title IX complaints full time started Wednesday. Colleen Johnston will investigate complaints against the University related to sexual assault,...

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