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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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‘Highlighter Kid’ seeks to brighten classmates’ days

April 17, 2023

For many Northwestern students, Highlighter Kid is a highlight of their day. McCormick sophomore Elijah Esparza, dubbed “Highlighter Kid,” is a familiar figure around campus known for his brightly...

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Northwestern on the big screen: Seven movies featuring Northwestern and Evanston

August 12, 2022

This article contains spoilers. If you’re looking for a way to relax this summer while still “preparing for college,” or just trying to soak up everything related to Northwestern, these are some...

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Beyond NU: Some must-do things in nearby suburbs

August 12, 2022

Getting started at Northwestern, there’s a lot to learn — including the names of countless suburbs near Evanston. But soon enough, you’ll grow to be familiar with the surrounding area. As an NU student,...

Podculture: Southwest area residents attend “Mean Girls: The Musical” for free

Podculture: Southwest area residents attend “Mean Girls: The Musical” for free

February 3, 2020

NAFI SOUMARE: From the Daily Northwestern, I’m Nafi Soumare. CLAY LAWHEAD: And I’m Clay Lawhead. NAFI SOUMARE: And this is Podculture, a podcast covering arts and entertainment on and around...

Downtown Evanston. Evanston high school students from the area were asked to rate and discuss Mean Girls.

Mean no more? Students reflect on ‘Mean Girls,’ 15 years later

May 3, 2019

Evanston students were most likely not wearing pink last Wednesday — or any other Wednesday. This week, as the movie “Mean Girls” turned 15, Evanston Township High School, New Trier High School...

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