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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


Brandon Brooks (Weinberg ‘04) poses with ‘Jeopardy!’ host Alex Trebek. Brooks competed for three days, completing two come-from-behind victories.

NU alum surprises himself with two-day ‘Jeopardy!’ streak

January 18, 2018

Brandon Brooks (Weinberg ‘04) didn’t expect to win. After a come-from-behind victory on the popular quiz show “Jeopardy!” on a Jan. 5 episode, Brooks, the defending champion, went into Final...

McCormick senior takes second in ‘Jeopardy!’

April 7, 2016

McCormick senior Sabrina Fritz placed second in Wednesday’s episode of “Jeopardy!” finishing just $2 behind the winner. Fritz earned $21,799 by the end of Final Jeopardy, finishing behind competitor...

Communication junior loses in semifinal of ‘Jeopardy! College Championship’

May 13, 2013

Communication junior Dan Donohue was eliminated Monday from “Jeopardy! College Championship,” finishing third in the semifinal round of the tournament. Donohue led for part of the show, but sophomore...

Communication junior Dan Donohue finished third in his episode of the “Jeopardy! College Championship” which aired Tuesday, but his score of $14,000 could still qualify him for the next round. Viewers will find out by Friday whether Donohue has advanced to the semifinals.

Communication junior finishes third on ‘Jeopardy!’ college show, still has shot at semis

May 7, 2013

Dan Donohue finished third in Tuesday's episode of "Jeopardy! College Championship," but the Communication junior's score may land him one of four wild-card spots in the competition's semifinals. Donohue...

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