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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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‘It gives us an edge’: After more than ten years, The Sexualities Project at Northwestern continues to promote sexuality-based research

June 21, 2022

Ever wondered what Tinder might look like thousands of miles across the globe? When Communication Prof. Jeremy Birnholtz sought funding for his research on the impact of dating apps on gay and bisexual...

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Northwestern scholars co-found Center for Applied Transgender Studies with institutions worldwide

May 19, 2021

In collaboration with institutions across the world, transgender scholars at Northwestern launched the Center for Applied Transgender Studies, which focuses on conducting practical research on trans issues, Communication...

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CoalitionNU emphasizes collective action and existing demands while reflecting on past year of organizing

April 19, 2021

For the past year, graduate students have met with University administrators to demand Northwestern prioritize students with marginalized identities. The administration has largely responded with hesitancy,...

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Community members reflect on Trans Day of Visibility, coming together

April 11, 2021

When Evanston resident Glenn Pearl, who requested to use a pseudonym for fear of retribution, was 13, a stranger misgendered them. But when Pearl corrected the woman, they said, all they got in response...

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Northwestern’s Asian American communities look beyond the University for healing

April 8, 2021

Content warning: This story contains mentions of hate crimes. When news broke of a series of shootings not too far from her family’s new home in Atlanta, Weinberg junior Giboom Park was heartbroken....

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