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Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

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Robinson graduated from the School of Communication in 2021 with a degree in theatre and political science.

Q&A: Communication alum Nolan Robinson talks co-producing ‘The Wiz’ on Broadway

March 15, 2024

When Nolan Robinson (Communication ’21) thinks back to his childhood, he recalls watching “The Wiz” — the all-Black retelling of “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz” that opened on Broadway in 1975...

Provost Kathleen Hagerty presents a purple diploma to a member of the Class of 2020. Both are wearing graduation gowns and on a stage.

Speakers reflect on importance of striving for change in virtual 2021 Commencement

June 15, 2021

Speakers emphasized ways the Class of 2021 can create change in their lives and the lives of those around them during Northwestern’s virtual 2021 Commencement on Monday. Gwynne Shotwell (McCormick...

Promotional photo for “Grief Night Club.” Communication senior Nolan Robinson was the writer, director, choreographer and producer of the jazz musical.

Communication senior’s film “Grief Night Club” addresses mental health through music, song and dance

February 18, 2021

In his jazz musical “Grief Night Club,” Communication senior Nolan Robinson grapples with the challenges Black men face with mental health. The film, which has been Robinson’s passion project for...

Five young Evanstonians discussed racism and MLK Day during a panel Monday night.

Panelists discuss racism, significance of this year’s MLK Day

January 19, 2021

This year’s Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Evanston residents on a Monday panel agreed, was different from years past because of the frequency at which Black lives have been lost. The panel, hosted by...

The front of the Harley Clarke Mansion.

Harley Clarke Mansion proposals to be reviewed again by City Manager’s office

September 22, 2020

City Council sent proposals to repurpose the Harley Clarke Mansion back to the City Manager’s office for continued evaluation after four groups presented their plans to City Council and the community...

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