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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


Illinois state representative introduces bill that could compensate athletes

October 2, 2019

On Monday, State Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch (D-Westchester) introduced a bill that would potentially give Illinois college athletes the opportunity to make money off of their likeness. This bill...

Kevin Warren speaks at a press conference Tuesday. The Minnesota Vikings COO was named the sixth commissioner in the history of the Big Ten.

Big Ten names NFL exec as next commissioner, Phillips to remain in Evanston

June 4, 2019

ROSEMONT — Minnesota Vikings chief operating officer Kevin Warren was named the next commissioner of the Big Ten at a Tuesday news conference. Warren, who has more than 20 years of experience working...

Jim Phillips embraces forward Vic Law at the 2017 NCAA Tournament. Phillips led the development of the renovated Welsh-Ryan Arena.

The Big Ten is hiring its next commissioner. If he wants the job, NU’s Jim Phillips could reshape the next decade of college athletics.

March 7, 2019

What do you give the man who has everything? He has the second-highest salary of any NCAA Athletic Director, and an office with a stunning view of Lake Michigan. The building he spends his days in is...

Miller Kopp dunks the ball. The freshman forward scored 13 points on Sunday.

Men’s Basketball: Northwestern facing a team with NCAA hopes on the line

March 5, 2019

Men's Basketball If the Big Ten hadn’t expanded its conference schedule from 18 to 20 games this season, Northwestern’s regular season would already be over. Instead, the Wildcats will be facing...

Big Ten presidents voice support for college athletes’ rights

June 25, 2014

The 14 Big Ten university presidents released a statement Tuesday advocating for increased rights for college athletes. The presidents expressed support for scholarships that are guaranteed for four...

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