‘Sweat Sticker’ Diagnoses Cystic Fibrosis within Minutes
Northwestern researchers have developed an accurate, easy-to-read wearable device that detects the disease in newborns, leading to faster diagnoses and earlier interventions.
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April 2021
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Northwestern Leaders Share Update on Commitments to Social Justice
A recent letter to students, faculty and staff includes information on the reopening of the Black House, racial equity initiatives in Evanston and Chicago, anti-racism and social justice training and more.
On the Front Lines against COVID-19
More than a year after the pandemic began, Northwestern faculty, staff, students and alumni are continuing to step up in response to the coronavirus on campus, in our communities and around the world.
Women’s Lacrosse Clinches Regular Season Big Ten Title
The team, undefeated for the first time since 2012, earned a top seed in the Big Ten Women’s Lacrosse Tournament starting April 29.
Take a Journey through Northwestern’s Global History
A new online tool features more than 200 milestones and moments, from an increasingly international student and faculty body to study abroad programs and global collaborations.
Presidential Search Committee Seeks Input from Alumni
Share your ideas and nominations for Northwestern’s next president through the presidential search website.
A new audio tour created by the McCormick Library of Special Collections and University Archives shares stories of Black students who led the fight for racial equity at Northwestern.
Stay Connected
NAA Launches Alumni Community Census
Help the Northwestern Alumni Association obtain a more complete picture of our alumni community by taking five minutes to answer 10 questions about yourself.
Celebrating National Volunteer Appreciation Week
Seven alumni share their favorite part about giving time to their alma mater.
Northwestern Alumni Relations and Development Seeks DEI Officer
The division, which is hiring a director of diversity, equity and inclusion to provide operational leadership and vision for DEI-related initiatives, invites alumni to apply and share the opportunity with their networks.
Shop Purple First
National Small Business Week is May 2–8. Find and support fellow Wildcats in the alumni-owned small business directory, which lists more than 500 businesses in the U.S. and around the world.