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Social Issues

Making Streets Safer

Professor Andrew Papachristos uses network science to curb gun violence.

Environment

Bird Watcher

With the click of a camera, Collin Porter highlights avian life on the Evanston campus.

People & Profiles

Investing in the Future

Sharon Bowen has built an impressive track record as a mentor and leader on Wall Street.

Sports

Set for Success

Katlyn Gao is building a volleyball ecosystem.

LOVB Pro players Annie Drews and Jordyn Poulter hug in celebration on the court, while teammate Chiaka Ogbogu points and smiles at their teammates in the foreground.
Health & Science

Diagnosing Autism Earlier

Megan York Roberts’ study provides efficient autism diagnostic evaluations to toddlers.

People & Profiles

A Twist on Tradition

Ajit Kalra ’20 MBA brings a modern flair to Indian cuisine.

Ajit and Sukhu Kalra smile at the camera while sitting at a table at their restaurant, Indus Progressive Indian. The wall behind them is painted with birds, fish, flowers and other wildlife.
People & Profiles

Meet the First-Years

Students in the Class of 2028 hail from all 50 states and 90 countries.

An aerial view of students from the Class of 2028 on a football field, where the students are arranged to form a giant purple N as well as the number 2028.
Startups

“I’m motivated by the belief that the next generation of engineers will look different from the last, representing diversity across gender, race and socioeconomic status.”

– Shonali Ditz, Sparking the Joy of STEM
Sports

Wildcat Instant Classics

Fans share their favorite Northwestern sports memories.

Dererk Pardon, in a black Northwestern basketball jersey, shoots a lay-up in a packed Welsh-Ryan Arena as a player from the University of Michigan, dressed in a yellow jersey, jumps to block him. One Northwestern player and two Michigan players approach in the background.
Arts & Entertainment

Making History Together

A Block Museum of Art exhibit spotlights Indigenous artists who have ties to Chicago.

People & Profiles

On-Air Authenticity

Anamaria Sayre celebrates Latinx culture as NPR’s youngest-ever full-time host.

Global

When in Doubt, Trek It Out

Entrepreneurial students find inspiration overseas.

Sports

Brothers in Arms

Nigel Prince and Reese Mayer shore up the Wildcats’ back-line defense on the pitch.

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People & Profiles

Paving the CPA Way

The first Black woman CPA, Mary T. Washington Wylie ’41 opened doors for a new generation.

An illustrated headshot of Mary T. Washington Wylie wearing a white blouse.
Arts & Entertainment

Never Too Old to Dance

The Pacemakers fight stigma around aging.

People & Profiles

Raising Future Fans

Mike Schroder’s activity boxes make learning the rules of the game fun for kids.

Mike Schroder is in the stands of a Bengal Tigers football game. He is wearing a Bengal Tigers hat, sweatshirt and vest and holds his daughter Ella in his arms. Ella wears a bright yellow jacket.
Startups

Where Startups Are Born

For 10 years, The Garage has helped students turn ideas into thriving business ventures.

Four students sit at a round table with laptops in front of them, chatting with each other.
Health & Science

Lessen Your Stress

Professor Judith Moskowitz shares skills to help boost your mood and build resilience.

People & Profiles

The NAA’s New Leader

Lindsay Vahl Dean fuels connections and meaningful experiences for alumni.

Lindsay Vahl Dean rests her arm on a railing overlooking Lake Michigan and smiles at the camera. She wears a purple dress and a Northwestern scarf.
People & Profiles

Guided By Love

Pritzker School of Law alums Stephen and Kate Polozie met on a serendipitous campus tour.

Arts & Entertainment

Meet Artist Lilli Carré

Guggenheim fellow explores depictions of the body in her experimental art.

Startups

Leave Your Baggage Behind

Jehana Ray helps tourists travel lighter.

Campus

A Leap Forward for Music

Northwestern’s Institute for New Music pushes the frontiers of contemporary music.

Alan Pierson stands on stage in front of a pianist and other musicians with his arms poised to conduct while an audience looks on behind him.
Arts & Entertainment

Chatting With … Hillary Simms

Trombone player describes the magic of making music.

People & Profiles

Surfing Dogs

André “A.K.” Crump founded the World Dog Surfing Championships.

Two dogs, one sporting a red life vest and one in a green life vest and reflective goggles, catch a wave on side-by-side surf boards.

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People & Profiles

Q&A with Kristin McDonnell ’85

The president of the NAA board invites fellow alumni to engage in a vibrant community.

Kristin McDonnell is on campus, wearing a purple suit and crossing her arms while she smiles at the camera. Behind her are trees and a purple Northwestern banner hanging on a lamppost.