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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


Students said that the best time to avoid waits at Shake Smart was to go either right at 8 a.m., or close to 4 p.m.

Shake Smart meal exchanges draw long lines, wait times

January 28, 2024

Shake Smart, located on the first floor of Norris University Center, is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on weekdays and consistently draws long lines. But, during the hours between 11 am to 2 pm, the waits...

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Navigating on-campus dining at Northwestern

August 13, 2023

For many, going to college is the introduction to school meals with variety beyond the standard high school cafeteria. With five dining halls, eight different meal locations and three markets on campus,...

Digital Diaries Season 2 Episode 4: Kiss, Marry, Kill: Northwestern buildings edition

Digital Diaries Season 2 Episode 4: Kiss, Marry, Kill: Northwestern buildings edition

January 29, 2023

On Season 2, Episode 4 of Digital Diaries, Northwestern students play Kiss, Marry, Kill with Northwestern buildings.   [music] ANITA LI: From The Daily Northwestern, I’m Anita Li. This...

NU Declassified: The Late Night Debate — Fran’s versus Lisa’s

NU Declassified: The Late Night Debate — Fran’s versus Lisa’s

November 14, 2022

Students constantly debate which place is better for a late night snack: Fran’s, the Southwest area staple serving comfort food, or Lisa’s, featuring Mexican cuisine on North Campus. In this episode,...

A wide shot of the exterior of Elder Hall at the corner of the tan building with double room windows and a full glass wall in the corner. There are a few people on the tan path in front of the building, near a few areas of grass and bushes. There are trees in front of the building.

Welcome home, Wildcats: breaking down dorm life at Northwestern

August 12, 2022

Living in a residence hall is a huge transition, and feeling at home on campus is an integral part of adapting to life at Northwestern. We’re breaking down the ins and outs of living on campus. Navigating...

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