President Morton Schapiro Announces His 2022 Departure
Northwestern’s 16th president has led the University through one of its most transformative and sustained periods of academic growth and will conclude his tenure on Aug. 31, 2022.
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March 2021
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Northwestern Leaders Condemn Tragic Events in Georgia
In a message to the University community, they share support for Northwestern’s own Asian, Asian American and Pacific Islander community at this time of mourning.
Fulbright Scholars Demonstrate Flexibility and Resiliency
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has not deterred two dozen student and alumni award recipients who seek to make an impact in the world.
ALS Neuron Damage Reversed with New Compound
Northwestern researchers have identified the first compound to repair degenerating brain cells in the paralyzing and fatal disease.
Northwestern, City of Evanston Announce Funding for Good Neighbor Racial Equity Fund
The University’s $1 million allocation will support programs aimed at strengthening underserved communities and advancing racial equity in Evanston.
Multimillion-dollar Gift to Support Business and Law Students from Chicago
The gift from Michael ’88 JD, MBA and Cari Sacks brings Kellogg School of Management fundraising over $500 million and extends the couple’s support for Northwestern students who attended Chicago Public Schools.
In honor of Women’s History Month, the Northwestern Alumni Association is featuring seven alumnae trailblazers on the “Northwestern Intersections” podcast and Career Webinar Series.
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Spotlighting Chicago’s Diverse Neighborhoods
Award-winning journalist Mauricio Pena ’14 MS tells stories that illuminate the everyday lives, struggles and accomplishments of local communities.
Women’s Basketball Earns No. 7 Seed in NCAA Tournament
The ’Cats will play the University of Central Florida in the first round on March 22. Stay up to date with N Zone at Home, a website that offers access to special videos and information for the tournament.
Celebrate National Poetry Month with a Special Event
Join the Northwestern Alumni Association for a virtual presentation on April 6 with Illinois Poet Laureate Angela Jackson ’77 and Northwestern University Press Director Parneshia Jones for a conversation on why poetry is vital during times of crisis.
Kellogg Offers 30% Alumni Discount on All Executive Education Programs
Upcoming live virtual, in-person and online programs include Energizing People for Performance and Finance for Executives.