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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


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Navigating on-campus dining at Northwestern

August 13, 2023

For many, going to college is the introduction to school meals with variety beyond the standard high school cafeteria. With five dining halls, eight different meal locations and three markets on campus,...

NU Declassified: The Late Night Debate — Fran’s versus Lisa’s

NU Declassified: The Late Night Debate — Fran’s versus Lisa’s

November 14, 2022

Students constantly debate which place is better for a late night snack: Fran’s, the Southwest area staple serving comfort food, or Lisa’s, featuring Mexican cuisine on North Campus. In this episode,...

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‘Tenders to Tacos’: Students react to Lisa’s Cafe interior and menu changes

September 28, 2022

When Weinberg sophomore Beckett Sands walked into Lisa’s Cafe for the first time this fall, he thought to himself, “What the heck? Where are the sodas?” As students returned to campus, the familiar...

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Welcome home, Wildcats: breaking down dorm life at Northwestern

August 12, 2022

Living in a residence hall is a huge transition, and feeling at home on campus is an integral part of adapting to life at Northwestern. We’re breaking down the ins and outs of living on campus. Navigating...

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A guide to NU dining: where Wildcats grab a bite

August 12, 2022

Nothing compares to your grandma’s homemade chocolate chip cookies, but the ones at Sargent Dining Commons sure come close. From dining halls to cafes, Northwestern has some (purr)fect options for hungry...

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