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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

Communication senior Danielle Harris discusses methods for transforming passive activism into social progress at an event Thursday. “From Slacktivism to Activism: Combatting Social Inaction” discussed how to use resources, gain knowledge and get involved in a meaningful manner.

Black Lives Matter panel examines role of social inaction, activism in supporting community issues

January 13, 2017

Although “slacktivism” itself is not harmful, activists need to take a more engaged role in social justice movements, panel participants said at a discussion Thursday. The event, co-hosted by Northwestern...

New York Times Magazine writer Emily Bazelon discusses the distinction between journalists and advocates in Harris Hall on Thursday night. Bazelon, who also co-hosts Slate’s “Political Gabfest” podcast, was the Contemporary Thought Speaker Series’ second speaker of this quarter.

New York Times Magazine writer Emily Bazelon discusses difference between journalists, advocates

February 5, 2016

Be careful whose voice you trust when it comes to news, New York Times Magazine writer Emily Bazelon told a crowd of about 30 students and professors on Thursday. The journalist, author and legal expert...

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