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The Daily Northwestern

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


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Northwestern’s mask-optional policy effective Monday amid fluctuating COVID-19 positivity rate

February 28, 2022

Northwestern’s COVID-19 positivity rate decreased slightly last week after an overall upward trend during the past four weeks. After three weeks of mandated testing requirements for all undergraduate...

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The Daily Explains: What to expect if you test positive for COVID-19

February 23, 2022

Disclaimer: Circumstances may change on a case by case basis. The following is a general guide.  COVID-19 positivity on campus increased by 67% this past week, marking the second week of rising cases...

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COVID-19 cases rise at Northwestern for second week

February 20, 2022

The number of positive COVID-19 cases on Northwestern’s campus increased by 67% this week, the second week in a row of rising cases. The campus positivity rate rose to 4.35% from last week’s 2.78%...

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COVID-19 positivity rate and case numbers continue to climb

February 13, 2022

Though Northwestern’s positive COVID-19 cases have declined since a spike at the start of the quarter, this week saw cases rise by almost 25% from last week. The campus positivity rate has stayed...

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Northwestern COVID-19 positivity rate holds steady while testing numbers decline

February 6, 2022

The campus positivity rate has stayed at about 2% since the University suspended testing requirements for all students two weeks ago. Now, only students not up-to-date on vaccination requirements must...

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