Kellogg Gift Accelerates Advancement of Women in Business
A gift from Ann Drake ’84 MBA, the largest ever from a female graduate of the Kellogg School of Management, will support and connect women leaders.
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February 2021
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Medill Celebrates 100 Years of Excellence
For a century, the Medill School of Journalism, Media, Integrated Marketing Communications has trained the world’s best storytellers.
A Conversation with Robin Means Coleman
Northwestern’s new chief diversity officer shares why she decided to come to the University and what she is looking forward to in 2021.
New Drug Could Be Game-changer for Weight Loss
A landmark study from Northwestern Medicine shows semaglutide is nearly twice as effective as other anti-obesity medications.
Online Exhibit Features Never-Before-Seen Prints
As The Block Museum of Art celebrates its 40th anniversary, a new exhibition showcases the breadth and depth of the museum’s permanent collection, from early modern European prints to Depression-era and social activist prints.
A new podcast from The Garage called “How I Got Here” traces the professional journeys of recent alumni who work at prominent companies or their own startups.
Stay Connected
A Message from NAA President Larry Irving ’76, Trustee
In a new video, Irving talks about the Northwestern Alumni Association’s focus on diversity, equity and inclusion and the importance of listening to all alumni and students.
Regina Gwynn ’09 MBA Helps Black Women Tech Founders Build Profitable Businesses
The beauty tech entrepreneur cofounded the networking group Black Women Talk Tech to change the idea of what an innovator looks like.
Next Alumni Book Clubs Begin March 18
The Northwestern University Alumni Book Club will read “The Midnight Library: A Novel,” and the iN Focus: Social Justice Book Club will start “The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks.”
Celebrate Black History Month with a Special NAA Event
Join the NAA for a virtual presentation with urban farmer Adrienne Williams ’08, who will explore the rich history of Black farming in America on Feb. 24.