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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


Weinberg senior Tara Mittelberg visits the Embrapa research institute in Brazil. Mittelberg traveled to six different countries this summer to study genetically modified organisms and their relation to food security.

Around the world in 11 weeks: Grant takes Weinberg senior to three continents

September 21, 2016

The biggest challenge Tara Mittelberg faced on her 11-week research trip to six different countries was overcoming her fear of flying. “I had to take 18 planes,” the Weinberg senior said. “I would...

A customer peruses the shelves of Whole Foods Market in Evanston. The grocery store is one of several businesses in Evanston that accepts food stamps.

Enrollment in SNAP increases locally, nationwide over the past five years

April 15, 2013

Cook County’s participation in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, formerly known as Food Stamps, has increased significantly in the last five years, mirroring a larger increase nationwide. SNAP...

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