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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


NU graduates wave to their families during 2018 commencement. The ceremony was held at Ryan Field, as scheduled, despite the rainy weather.

Commencement Notebook: Rainy weather doesn’t deter graduation ceremony

June 22, 2018

Embracing the rain There was an emphasis on keeping everything short at Northwestern’s commencement Friday, as graduates sat in the folding chairs on Ryan Field in a constant downpour. The University...

Protesters gather outside of the Multicultural Center for a demonstration against President Donald Trump’s executive order barring citizens of seven Muslim-majority countries from entering the country. University President Morton Schapiro said it is important to focus on Muslim voices regarding the protest and not to be distracted by other conversations.

Schapiro responds to debate over travel ban protest banner

February 16, 2017

University President Morton Schapiro told The Daily on Wednesday that listening to Muslim voices should be a priority, following controversy over a recent campus demonstration protesting President Donald...

Evanston panel tosses out ethics complaint against Tendam

August 15, 2013

The Evanston Board of Ethics on Tuesday night unanimously dismissed a complaint against Ald. Mark Tendam (6th) stemming from a $1,000 campaign contribution. Neighbors Nick Agnew and Claire Delgado had...

Students for Sensible Drug Policy kicks off Drug Week

April 15, 2013

Members of Students for Sensible Drug Policy want to be taken seriously. To refute their self-described label as "a group of stoners," they kicked off Drug Week on Sunday night by rallying students to...

SESP sophomore Frances Fu is pictured above in a video discussing drug-related policies. Fu posts videos to her YouTube account on behalf of Students for Sensible Drug Policy.

New student group promotes marijuana legalization

September 27, 2012

Behind Frances Fu’s petite frame and dimpled cheeks is a tough backbone dedicated to the legalization of marijuana. Fu is the co-founder and president of the new Northwestern chapter of Students for...

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