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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


Weinberg freshman Isaiah Thomas said he is concerned about the lack of financial security students will have if President-elect Donald Trump acts on his plan to   structurally change FAFSA and the DOE, both of which are cornerstones to federal financial aid.

FGLI students express uncertainty amid potential changes to Department of Education, FAFSA following presidential election

November 19, 2024

On the campaign trail, President-elect Donald Trump vowed to dismantle the Department of Education after taking office — a move that could usher in sweeping changes to the Free Application for Federal...

The “I’m First” week was expanded from an “I’m First” day in 2022, which occurred on national First-Generation day, Nov. 8.

“I’m First” week honors first-generation students, staff and faculty

November 8, 2023

First-generation students were greeted by cheers of “happy First Gen Week!” as they entered the “I’m First” celebration under a purple and white balloon arch Wednesday night at the Segal Visitors...

A variety of fall-themed treats and events are available to students throughout the quarter.

Northwestern students dive into fall spirit with campus experiences

October 22, 2023

The leaves are falling, the air is crisp, pumpkins and ghosts are everywhere, and the wind is whipping off Lake Michigan. With autumn in full swing, Northwestern organizations look to embrace the atmosphere...

SESP professor and scholar of inequality Mesmin Destiny is appointed as the faculty director of student access and enrichment

Mesmin Destin appointed new faculty director of student access and enrichment

October 2, 2023

SESP professor Mesmin Destin was appointed faculty director of student access and enrichment Sept. 1, according to a Friday news release. Destin will bring leverage to Student Enrichment Services and First-Generation-Lower-Income...

A student with hands over his head surrounded by papers.

Students reflect on transition to NU, discuss finding academic and social support

May 21, 2023

When McCormick sophomore Camila Solis arrived at Northwestern from a large public school outside of Fort Worth, Texas where “almost no” students attend Top 50-ranked universities, she found college...

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