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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


A person in white holds a battery-powered candle, placing it onto a small pedestal holding a picture of a Hindu goddess. Around the person are several similar candles.

Northwestern holds first institution-backed celebration of Diwali

November 5, 2021

Northwestern’s first-ever institution-backed celebration of Diwali included a gathering in Cahn Auditorium, a student-created display of nearly 5,000 diyas across campus and Indian dishes in all major...

A black metal marker displays a purple sign with words “Northwestern University.” Below the sign is a green map of the campus. Behind the marker are dark green leaves and a lamppost.

Mona Dugo appointed Northwestern’s next dean of students

July 8, 2021

Mona Dugo will serve as Northwestern’s next assistant vice president for wellness and dean of students, the University announced in a Thursday release.  Dugo, a licensed clinical social worker and...

Simone Scott wears a gray sweatshirt with a Northwestern logo. In the background is a brown brick wall.

Medill freshman Simone Scott dies from pneumonia complications

June 12, 2021

Medill freshman Simone Scott died Friday morning following a heart transplant, Vice President for Student Affairs Julie Payne-Kirchmeier announced Saturday in a message to the community. Scott came...

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University leadership gives updates on finances, in-person activities, faculty and staff vaccinations

May 19, 2021

Senior administrators updated the Northwestern community on return to campus policies, vaccination requirements and more in Tuesday’s “Conversations with the Senior Leaders.” Northwestern University...

Rice: Does Northwestern administration have solutions besides bromides?

April 20, 2021

Thoughts and prayers. Psychological counseling. Promises of reform. We’re far too familiar with these phrases and ideas, but they aren’t proof of tangible change. These are bromides —  statements...

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