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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


Medill sophomore Emma Kumer. Kumer was one of three Medill sophomores to compete in the Boston Marathon on April 16.

Medill sophomores share ups, downs of competing in Boston Marathon

April 25, 2018

Usually, Medill sophomores Emma Kumer, Anna Laffrey and David Gleisner chase stories. But on April 16, they ran after something different — the finish line of the 122nd Annual Boston Marathon. Kumer...

Lavery: Finding the finish line in the face of tragedy

Lavery: Finding the finish line in the face of tragedy

April 16, 2013

The last mile of a marathon is a character-defining experience. It teaches a person that real grit, passion and determination are traits you cannot train into existence. In Chicago, the final stretch down...

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