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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


Waldman: Why the NU faculty quietly celebrating the end of DEI should not have to hide

Waldman: Why the NU faculty quietly celebrating the end of DEI should not have to hide

April 3, 2025

As a liberal, gay psychological researcher, my perspective on the issue of diversity, equity and inclusion policies has undergone a philosophical transformation since I began studying it intensely in 2018....

LTE: An Open Letter from 186 Faculty — Stand up to pressure and reject calls for force

LTE: An Open Letter from 186 Faculty — Stand up to pressure and reject calls for force

May 2, 2024

To Chairman Barris, the Life Trustees, and the Charter Trustees of Northwestern University: We, the undersigned NU faculty of different backgrounds and political viewpoints, come together to salute...

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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Evanston residents speak out in solidarity with lakefront employees alleging sexual misconduct

July 27, 2021

Dozens of Evanston residents spoke in support of the 56 female lifeguards and beach workers who signed a petition alleging sexual misconduct and assault by supervisors and coworkers at Evanston lakefronts...

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