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150 Years of Women

150 Years of Women

Northwestern celebrates the alumnae who have made a difference.

Health & Science

Big Data for Better Health

Physician Abel Kho leverages data science to build nationwide network of patient info.

150 Years of Women

Soul Restoration

Northwestern professor Natasha Trethewey believes in the healing power of poetry.

Social Issues

Background Checks Work

The creation of a federal universal background check is imperative to stop mass shootings.

People & Profiles

From Hero to Suspect

Kevin Salwen blames the FBI and media for the rush to judgment against Richard Jewell.

Politics

Economic Costs for Women Pols

Despite women’s political gains, an economic crisis can spark gender stereotyping.

Latest Northwestern News

Racial discrimination in mortgage market persistent over last four decades

January 23rd, 2020

Northwestern reflects on Dr. King’s ‘Beloved Community’ at annual Candlelight Vigil

January 22nd, 2020

Scientists identify gene that puts brakes on tissue growth

January 22nd, 2020

Two Northwestern professors receive top awards from American Sociological Association

January 22nd, 2020

Reducing dangerous swelling in traumatic brain injury

January 21st, 2020

Physics shows that imperfections make perfect

January 20th, 2020

'Rock Star of Research' Teresa K. Woodruff speaks at Congressional Briefing

January 16th, 2020

New neutron detector can fit in your pocket

January 15th, 2020

Knee replacement timing is all wrong for most

January 14th, 2020

Nanomaterial fabric destroys nerve agents in battlefield-relevant conditions

January 14th, 2020
Campus

Next Generation of Catalysts

Northwestern President Morton Schapiro welcomes the incoming class of undergraduates.

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150 Years of Women

A Native Scholar Gives Back

Professor Patty Loew documents history for future generations.

Startups

Invention: PedalCell

Student Vishaal Mali's startup puts pedal power to good use.

Social Issues

“Our interpretation is that a lot of this more intense parenting is a reaction to rising economic inequality. Parents react by trying harder to give their kids the best shot.”

– Matthias Doepke, Sound Off: Modern Parenting
Health & Science

Seismic Memories

Leah Salditch and Molly Gallahue spent a week in September hunting down earthquake anecdotes.

People & Profiles

Chef Megan Romano Cooks Up Delight in Montana

Megan Romano left Las Vegas for Montana and now sets the menu for four Bozeman eateries.

People & Profiles

Five Questions with Jeffrey Shulman

In his documentary “On the Brink,” Jeffrey Shulman evokes the human impact of gentrification.

Health & Science

Space Bubbles in the Milky Way

A balloon-like structure has been hiding in plain sight in the center of our galaxy.

Startups

A Healthy Start

Sahar Jamal is creating a battery-powered breast pump so new mothers can return to work.

Social Issues

“This is what journalism education at its best can do: bring us into the places and lives that transform the way we think about the world.”

– Louise Kiernan, Social Justice Journalism
People & Profiles

Alumni Leader: Q&A with Zoe Goodman ’13

Former Willie the Wildcat Zoe Goodman discusses how Northwestern has influenced her life.

People & Profiles

The Authentic Life

Professor and pastor finds common ground in the pulpit, the classroom and the boardroom. 

People & Profiles

The Last Words of Bette Howland

Brigid Hughes is rescuing the forgotten work of a once-celebrated Chicago author.

People & Profiles

Club for LGBTQ+ Alumni Changes Its Name to NUPAC

NUPAC hopes to foster inclusivity among all communities along the LGBTQ+ spectrum.

Global

Wildcats Around the Globe

Students, alumni and professors share insights into their global research and performance.

People & Profiles

A Nose for Trouble

Author Maria Goodavage explores the science behind how dogs are able to detect disease.

Arts & Entertainment

A Shining Talent

Jayne Atkinson, star of a show about Texas Gov. Ann Richards, balances fame and success.

People & Profiles

Sports Broadcast Innovator Focuses on Food Technology

Hank Adams launched Rise Gardens, a hydroponics company that makes indoor garden kits.

People & Profiles

The Ultimate Condiment Combo

A former Wildcat quarterback and his startup team launched a new mustard-ketchup concoction.

Campus

Northwestern Receives Its Largest Gift to Financial Aid

University Trustee Jeff Ubben and Laurie Ubben have committed $50 million for student scholarships.

People & Profiles

Mike Stanton Brings Colorful Characters to Life

Mike Stanton’s books have garnered attention from theater producers and filmmakers.

Health & Science

New Facility Spurs Discovery

Simpson Querrey Biomedical Research Center unites physicians, scientists under one roof.

150 Years of Women

Women Philanthropists Pay It Forward

As Northwestern marks the 150th anniversary of coeducation, we recognize our women donors.