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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


McCormick Prof. Jiaxing Huang’s research team simulated sneezes and coughs to investigate the effect of a chemical coating on mask-like fabrics.

Northwestern Prof. Jiaxing Huang receives NSF RAPID grant to develop antivirus barrier

March 27, 2020

Northwestern researcher and McCormick Prof. Jiaxing Huang received a grant to develop a medical face mask that deactivates the COVID-19 agent upon contact, according to a University release. The National...

Many students had to change or cancel flights on short notice following the announcement that first- and second-year students would not be on campus this fall.

Undergraduate summer study abroad programs canceled, GLO email says

March 27, 2020

Summer 2020 credit-bearing undergraduate study abroad programs scheduled between June and August have been canceled, according to an email obtained by The Daily. The U.S. Department of State issued...

Interim city manager Erika Storlie (center). In her role as interim city manager, Storlie continues to maintain the day-to-day operations of the city throughout the state of emergency caused by COVID-19.

City Council votes to extend state of emergency until April 13

March 27, 2020

City Council voted unanimously to extend the local state of emergency for Evanston due to COVID-19 during a special Thursday meeting, which was held remotely via Zoom. The state of emergency was originally...

Illinois National Guard runs a coronavirus testing site for first responders.

Here’s what you need to know about coronavirus in Evanston

March 26, 2020

Though confirmed COVID-19 cases in Evanston aren’t nearing the numbers reported in New York, California and Washington, the novel coronavirus is affecting the Illinois suburb in a multitude of ways. Here’s...

Refunds to be issued for housing, dining and fees

Refunds to be issued for housing, dining and fees

March 26, 2020

Undergraduate students that live on campus and have departed due to the switch to remote learning will receive refunds for housing, dining and fees for Spring Quarter, said an email to students Thursday...

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