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 SESP Dean David Figlio. In an interview with The Daily, Figlio reflected on successes and areas for growth over his time in the role so far.

2020 Vision: SESP dean David Figlio emphasizes equity in faculty hiring, practicum

November 21, 2019

This is the fourth article in a series called “2020 Vision” which walks through the reflections and hopes student groups, administrators and others throughout Northwestern have on the past few years...

SESP Dean David Figlio. The School of Education and Social Policy is piloting the Undergraduate Practicum and Student Teaching Support Fund program to provide a stipend for students who are part of a federal work study program during their SESP practicum.

SESP pilot program to give work-study students stipend during practicum

November 8, 2019

In response to student recommendations, the School of Education and Social Policy is piloting the Undergraduate Practicum and Student Teaching Support Fund program to provide a stipend for students who...

A sign in the window of Crossroads Trading Co. in Evanston. Northwestern students expressed frustration with the prices at the store.

Students struggle to find affordable thrifting options in Evanston

October 22, 2019

In recent years, thrift shopping has become more of a fashion trend than for affordability. As a result, conveniently located stores with stylish pieces, like Crossroads Trading Co., in downtown Evanston,...

San Francisco Federal Reserve President Mary Daly and SESP Dean David Figlio. Daly called for a greater investment in education.

President of San Francisco Fed calls for a more inclusive economy

May 15, 2019

Speaking to young people as future participants in the economy, Mary Daly asked incoming workers to recognize that non-traditional paths “are actually really valuable.” “What I find time and time...

A table in Annenberg Hall, which houses SESP offices. Despite a vote to end the secondary teaching major during the 2014-2015 school year, the program has continued due to an uptick in enrollment.

Enrollment rebound keeps SESP secondary teaching major afloat

February 19, 2019

In 2015, the School of Education and Social Policy faculty voted to shut down the secondary teaching major at Northwestern. Contrary to many faculty members’ expectations and the vote, which still stands,...

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