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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


History Prof. Doug Kiel said Midwest history also fits into the industrialism and social movement.

History Prof. Doug Kiel explores Midwest’s complex history of resistance, identity, Indigenous connections

November 15, 2024

History Prof. Doug Kiel, a citizen of the Oneida Nation, discussed the Midwest as a distinct region with its own unique history at the Dittmar Memorial Gallery in Norris University Center Thursday night. In...

Heather Metz (left) talks with McCormick freshman Liv Bernstein (right). Metz launched a Northwestern outpost of mindyKNOWS, a St. Louis-founded business where parents can subscribe to have a local available to assist their college student.

Chicken soup, cupcakes, but no ironing: Meet NU students’ new mom away from home

September 26, 2023

Ten days after McCormick freshman Liv Bernstein said goodbye to her parents on Deering Meadow, she said hello to her “Northwestern mom” outside of McCulloch Hall.  Heather Metz, 48, had driven...

Fencing competition in an indoor stadium with white mats lining the floor.

Fencing: Northwestern Fencing takes down No. 1 Notre Dame at NU Duals, honors its seniors

February 5, 2023

Northwestern Fencing hosted the NU Duals this past weekend, where it defeated No. 1 Notre Dame 19-8. The duals took place at Ryan Fieldhouse on Saturday and Sunday. In addition to the Fighting Irish,...

The Ripple: Why is Chicago called the Windy City?

The Ripple: Why is Chicago called the Windy City?

May 18, 2021

Chicago is well-known as the Windy City, but where does the nickname come from? The origin of the phrase is widely disputed, but ultimately goes back to Chicago’s politics and rivalries.  SAMMI BOAS:...

Maddie Lipp and Alex Chatt fist bump after a point. The seniors hope to lead an experienced NU squad heading into the 2018 dual match season.

Women’s Tennis: Northwestern starts 2018 against Ball State, St. Louis

January 18, 2018

Women's Tennis Northwestern is looking to build upon last year’s second round appearance in the NCAA Tournament beginning with home matches against Ball State and St. Louis on Saturday to open 2018. The...

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