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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


Attendees dance to music during Dillo Day 50.

Dillo Day poll back and better than ever, Mayfest says

October 4, 2023

Armed with renewed funding and what they call more comprehensive strategies, Mayfest says it’s more prepared than ever to give students what they want at this year’s Dillo Day. The effort starts with...

President Michael Schill. He was inaugurated during a tumultuous year.

Year in Review: NU’s top stories from 2022-23

August 6, 2023

Content warning: This story continues mention of hazing and sexual abuse. The 2022-23 academic year was a period of change for Northwestern. Students saw major highs and lows for athletic programs,...

Digital Diaries Season 3 Episode 8: Northwestern students land on Planet Dillo

Digital Diaries Season 3 Episode 8: Northwestern students land on Planet Dillo

May 28, 2023

    In this season’s final episode of Digital Diaries, Northwestern students share what celebrating Mayfest’s 51st Dillo Day looked like for them. ERICA SCHMITT: Cue the crowds...

Sandy: Recognize the press

Sandy: Recognize the press

May 24, 2023

  On Saturday, I got to attend my first-ever music festival: Dillo Day. I was elated by the opportunity to photograph it for WNUR News, pursuing my passion, keeping out of the crowds and enjoying...

A performer waves and holds a microphone to their mouth.

Students orbit around Lakefill for Dillo 51

May 21, 2023

Northwestern students waved their phone flashlights in the air at Dillo Day on Saturday as headliner Offset took a moment to remember his late cousin and former Migos member Takeoff. His performance...

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