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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


A worker takes part in preparations for opening the front doors of Deering Library to the public. Construction was done in the lobby and the exterior of the library. The doors will officially open Saturday of Homecoming weekend.

Deering Library doors opening Homecoming weekend

October 11, 2012

Closed for the majority of the last 42 years, the doors to Deering Library will permanently open by the end of the month. Starting Oct. 27, students will be able to enter Deering through its main doors...

Burgwell Howard, assistant vice president for student engagement, discusses on-campus lighting with administrators and Associated Student Government representatives.

Northwestern officials, ASG representatives evaluate campus lighting

October 9, 2012

Members of the Northwestern administration and Associated Student Government toured campus Monday night to address student concerns about campus lighting. Representatives from ASG, Student Affairs,...

Juan Herrera, captain of the Northwestern Quidditch team, poses on his steed.

Quirky Questions: Juan Herrera, captain of Northwestern quidditch team

October 5, 2012

Don't have a Nimbus 2000 levitating in the back of your closet? Don't worry, you can still play Quidditch like they do in the wizarding world of Harry Potter, with a few modifications. Instead of soaring...

University archivist Kevin B. Leonard spends his days chronicling Northwestern's history in Deering Library.

University Archives a ‘hidden gem’

October 2, 2012

On the southeastern most edges of Northwestern’s campus, beneath the fliered walkways and lecture halls, lies a vast cavern filled with precious artifacts. Though it sounds like the beginning of a fantastical...

University enforces chalking, publicity policies

September 28, 2012

Be careful where you chalk. After issues last year with students using semi-permanent chalk on various parts of campus, Northwestern’s Norris Center for Student Involvement is now strictly enforcing...

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