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The Daily Northwestern

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


This year, two students suit up as Northwestern's furry mascot.

Inside the suit: Willie the Wildcat reveals his trade

October 22, 2024

With his furry smile, purple attire and gray and white tufts, Willie the Wildcat has one of the most recognizable faces at Northwestern.  Beloved by students, faculty and sports fans, Willie was even...

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News Quiz: Renovations, Defensive Player of the Year, Downtown Evanston

April 7, 2024
Try your hand at this week's news quiz to test your knowledge of Evanston and Northwestern headlines.
Northwestern Women’s Basketball player Hailey Weaver holds the orange basketball above her head.

Captured: Women’s Basketball: Northwestern Cruises to Win at Home Against Wisconsin

February 4, 2024

Welcome to The Daily’s photo blog: Captured. This is a space for The Daily’s photographers to share their best work, including photos from weekend performances and events around the community. You...

Northwestern’s graduate student guard Ryan Langborg and sophomore forward Nick Martinelli, both in white basketball uniforms, high-five each other in the middle of the court.

Captured: Men’s Basketball: Northwestern beats Ohio State 83-58

January 29, 2024

Welcome to The Daily’s photo blog: Captured. This is a space for The Daily’s photographers to share their best work, including photos from weekend performances and events around the community. You...

A group of 2023 graduates in purple robes smile and clap.

‘W’s all around’: Class of 2023 share post-graduation plans, reflections on Wildcat experience

August 11, 2023

For four years, Ibrahima Bah (McCormick ‘23) was Willie the Wildcat, Northwestern’s beloved mascot. But after graduating last spring, he’s putting the suit away.  “Everybody loves Willie. I...

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