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Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern


At the second Faculty Senate meeting of the school year, University President Michael Schill discussed University updates and answered questions from the Senate.

University President Michael Schill addresses post-election concerns at Faculty Senate meeting

November 14, 2024

University President Michael Schill addressed the Faculty Senate at its Wednesday meeting on the potential implications of a shifting political landscape ahead of a transition of presidential power this...

The Senate consists of 11 standing committees that cover various issues.

The Daily Explains: The structure and function of the Faculty Senate

November 13, 2024

The Faculty Senate is the elected body of Northwestern faculty, representing members from the Evanston, Chicago and Qatar campuses. The Senate consists of 94 members, including faculty from each department,...

This was the Faculty Senate’s second to last meeting of the academic year.

Faculty Senate approves statement on pro-Palestinian demonstrations

May 8, 2024

After much discussion, the Faculty Senate approved a statement on Northwestern students’ recent pro-Palestinian demonstrations at Wednesday’s meeting. The statement emphasized the importance of protecting...

LTE: An Open Letter from 158 Faculty — Let’s continue productive conversations

LTE: An Open Letter from 158 Faculty — Let’s continue productive conversations

April 28, 2024

To Mr. Peter Barris, chair, and other lifetime members of the Northwestern University Board of Trustees, We, the undersigned tenured Northwestern faculty of different backgrounds and political viewpoints,...

LTE: An Open Letter from 171 Faculty — Do not ban protest at NU

LTE: An Open Letter from 171 Faculty — Do not ban protest at NU

April 24, 2024

Dear President Schill and Provost Hagerty, Northwestern’s University Mission declares its commitment to encourage debate; champion access, diversity and belonging; strengthen our community; and care...

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