Northwestern Celebrates the Class of 2022 at Commencement
In her speech at Ryan Field, Isabel Wilkerson, an acclaimed author and Pulitzer Prize winner, told graduates, “You define what is possible.”
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June 2022
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Gift to Advance Study of Human-Computer Interaction
Support from Patricia Bao ’13 PhD will advance research at Northwestern that examines the future of technology and its ability to enhance the lives of people around the world.
Residence Hall Named in Honor of President Morton Schapiro and Mimi Schapiro
More than 70 University trustees and friends made gifts in tribute to the Schapiros’ years of support for students. President Schapiro will conclude his tenure August 31.
Smaller Than a Flea, Tiny Robotic Crab Is Smallest-Ever Remote-Controlled Walking Robot
Northwestern researchers believe the technology might bring us closer to realizing micro-sized robots that can perform practical tasks inside tightly confined spaces.
Peter Barris ’74 Elected Chair of Northwestern’s Board of Trustees
The longtime University trustee and graduate of the McCormick School of Engineering will assume the role September 1.
New Exhibit Examines Slavery and Abolition in the 19th Century
As the University marks its first observance of Juneteenth, the Northwestern Libraries exhibit, “Freedom for Everyone,” showcases rarely exhibited documents related to the enslavement and freedom of Fredrick Douglass.
Members of the Northwestern community shared words of advice and support for the Class of 2022, the University’s newest graduates.
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Northwestern Block of Tickets for Football Game in Ireland on Sale until July 11
Don’t miss the last chance to sit near other Wildcats fans at the Aer Lingus College Football Classic on August 27.
Northwestern Alumni Get up to a 30% Discount on Kellogg Executive Education Programs
Choose from more than 40 programs taught by Kellogg School of Management faculty in leadership, marketing, innovation and more. Find a format that fits your schedule: live virtual, in-person or online.
Northwestern Community Turns Out for Annual NU Day @ Wrigley
Lauryn Nelson ’23 MMus sang the national anthem and Northwestern field hockey coach Tracey Fuchs threw the first pitch at Wrigley Field before the Chicago Cubs took on the Pittsburgh Pirates.