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Throughout this season, Northwestern, now ranked No. 4, has looked for improved cohesion from its attack unit that features a myriad of newcomers. In two of their three losses, the Wildcats (9-3, 3-1 Big Ten) have scored single-digit goals. Even in Saturday’s win over USC, NU scored 11 goals, five less than its per-game average,...

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After splitting its first two games against Michigan on Friday and Saturday, Northwestern positioned itself well to claim a fourth straight series win versus the Wolverines (24-14, 4-8 Big Ten) — a feat not yet achieved by a Big Ten foe against the Wolverines in program history. Despite NU’s recent regular-season success against Michigan, the...

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About 100 Evanston Township High School students walked out of class to protest the war in Iran on March 27, marking the latest student-led protest at ETHS to oppose the Trump administration. ETHS senior and Student Union President Eva Hansen said the student government has been “feeling very frustrated” with Trump’s policies, and that opposing...

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The Evanston History Center is showcasing a new exhibit titled “Unveiling Evanston Women Artists” that focuses on the history of female-created art in the city.  Inspired by Evanston artist Blanche Gildin, who died in 2024 at the age of 95, the exhibit will run through April 12 and costs $10 for admission for non-members.  ...

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Este artículo ha sido traducido por Teresa Ayala Leon. Aquí está el artículo original en inglés.  El domingo, la estudiante de tercer año de McCormick, Kate Manion, celebró su primera Pascua lejos de su familia.  Aunque inicialmente se sintió triste, Manion, quien es miembro de la Asociación de Estudiantes Católicos, encontró otra red de apoyo:...

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A build-your-own pho bar has replaced the salad bar at the Market at Norris University Center.  Described as a “popup” on Northwestern Dining’s Instagram page, the pho bar opened Friday. Prices start at $8.99, according to signs posted near the Market.   Customers can choose from between beef and vegan broth as well as several protein...

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Backed by technicolor lights and the sound of classics like “Pump It” by the Black Eyed Peas, community members packed into a large tent on Norris University Center’s Cohen Lawn on Friday night, jumping shoulder to shoulder to kick off the annual Northwestern University Dance Marathon.  Less than an hour into the event, stormy conditions...

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On Sunday, McCormick junior Kate Manion celebrated her first Easter away from her family.  Although she said she was initially upset, Manion, a Catholic Students Association member, found another support system: her “Sheil family,” referencing her friends at Northwestern’s Sheil Catholic Center. For Manion and other Northwestern students, Easter Sunday marked the end of Holy...

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Six years ago, Evanston tied its landmark municipal reparations program to a novel revenue source: a tax on recreational cannabis. However, the promised revenue has failed to materialize. In 2019, Evanston passed a 3% tax on cannabis sales, with the first $10 million in revenue earmarked for reparations to the city’s Black community for decades...

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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 can contact the photo editor by emailing photo@dailynorthwestern.com. Northwestern’s 52nd annual Dance Marathon, invited students to dance the night away on Friday and raise...

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The Daily Northwestern tours Schapiro Hall. Hear resident perspectives and learn about the dorm’s location and amenities. This video is part of The Daily’s Dorm Digest series covering each dorm’s offerings. Email: e.russell@dailynorthwestern.com

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WAVE Productions’ Directors’ Festival, known as D-Fest, took place in Shanley Pavilion on Friday and Saturday. Featuring three short plays in about 100 minutes, the annual festival gave three first-time directors a chance to show off their talent. Communication first-year Talia Lawit and Communication sophomores Mengzhen Markland and Shahmeer Mirza all made their directorial debut,...

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Content warning: This review contains mentions of gun violence. This review contains spoilers.  “What’s the worst thing you’ve ever done?” That’s the question at the center of “The Drama,” A24’s newest film released Friday. The movie, directed by Norwegian filmmaker Kristoffer Borgli, stars Zendaya and Robert Pattinson as picture-perfect lovebirds Emma and Charlie.  Throughout its...

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Flowy dresses, flashing lights and cheers filled Ryan Family Auditorium on Friday and Saturday night. Northwestern’s Ballroom, Latin, and Swing Team held its annual Spring Showcase, featuring 13 pieces and three guest performances. “BLAST Takes the Stage” was the showcase’s theme, inspired by the theatrical choreography in many of the pieces that members submitted, said...

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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 can contact the photo editor by emailing photo@dailynorthwestern.com. Northwestern baseball completed a series comeback against Michigan State on Sunday, beating the Spartans (10-19-0, 5-10-0...

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As Indiana’s Jip van Assendelft’s shot collided with the net, junior Greyson Casey dropped his racquet and pumped his fists in celebration. No. 68 Northwestern was now tied 3-3 against No. 62 Indiana and just one match away from a weekend sweep. The final player, in the top singles slot, was junior Cyrus Mahjoob.  Mahjoob,...

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Senior third baseman Owen McElfatrick stepped up to the plate Saturday, one home run away from tying former outfielder Anthony Wycklendt for third all-time in career home runs.   Northwestern needed a spark, down 9-6 to Michigan State in the bottom of the eighth inning of a high-scoring ballgame, where all but one player who played...

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A troupe of improvisational comedians and a competitive a cappella team might not seem like the most natural collaborators. But The Bix, Northwestern’s musical improv group, and Freshman Fifteen, a student a cappella group known for its goofy, interactive performances, proved to be a perfect pairing. The two groups performed their show “Shirts vs. Skins”...

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