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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


Profs. Joel Mokyr (left) and Robert Gordon debate the future of economic growth. Gordon argued that US growth will never return to its mid-century peak, while Mokyr countered that technology will continue to fuel advances in productivity.

Professors Gordon, Mokyr clash over the future of economic growth

April 26, 2016

Robert Gordon does not believe in a bright American future. “We’re mired in the muck with productivity growth as slow as it’s ever been in US history,” the economics professor said. “Everywhere...

Alex Chatt (left) celebrates with partner Maddie Lipp after winning at No. 1 doubles Friday against Michigan. The Wildcats snapped the Wolverines’ 37-game Big Ten winning streak with the victory.

Women’s Tennis: Wildcats sweep final regular season weekend, highlighted by upset of Michigan

April 24, 2016

Women's Tennis Northwestern had its work cut out for it this weekend against rival Michigan. After their first conference loss last weekend, the Wildcats (12-9, 10-1 Big Ten) faced another tough...

Selena Lasota runs with the ball. The sophomore scored a goal in Saturday’s loss, but received two yellow cards and was ejected late in the second half.

Lacrosse: Northwestern falls to Penn State in final minutes

April 24, 2016

Lacrosse After a contentious back-and-forth game, the Wildcats were unable to stifle a late-game run by the Nittany Lions. No. 12 Northwestern (7-8, 2-2 Big Ten) fell to No. 14 Penn State (11-4,...

Despite tight-knit community, 9th Ward residents still looking for economic expansion, better access to city resources

Despite tight-knit community, 9th Ward residents still looking for economic expansion, better access to city resources

April 21, 2016

Quaint houses and residential streets dot Evanston’s 9th Ward, located in the southern part of the city. Residents say they enjoy the quiet comforts of a close-knit neighborhood, but a relative lack...

Kaleigh Craig runs down the field. The senior leads Northwestern with 36 goals on the season.

Lacrosse: Wildcats looking for the ‘green light’ against Penn State this weekend

April 21, 2016

Lacrosse Northwestern will have a chance to avenge last year’s early Big Ten Tournament exit when it travels to State College, Pennsylvania on Saturday to take on Penn State in a rematch of the...

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