Student Startup Designs Pen for Parkinson’s Patients
SteadyScribe is developing the wide-gripped pen with weighted magnets to help people with the disease write again while improving their quality of life and autonomy.
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May 2023
Top Stories
Participate in the Presidential Inauguration of Michael H. Schill
All members of the Northwestern community are invited to livestream two academic panels on May 30 and June 1 and the ceremony on June 2.
Brian McKinley Jones Brayboy Named Dean of the School of Education and Social Policy
The experienced administrator and researcher has advanced knowledge on race, diversity and Indigenous experiences in education.
Northwestern Lacrosse Clinches Big Ten Regular Season Title
With a win over Ohio State, the ’Cats won a share of the regular season title—the team’s second in the past three years.
Professor Richard B. Silverman Reflects on Lyrica and What’s Next in His Lab
The founding member of Northwestern’s Chemistry of Life Processes Institute discusses his discovery of the blockbuster drug that treats fibromyalgia, neuropathic pain, spinal cord injury pain and epilepsy.
Explore The Block Museum of Art from Anywhere
The museum has announced a partnership with Bloomberg Connects, a free arts and culture app that allows users to plan their visit and explore works on view.
Eight Faculty Elected to American Academy of Arts and Sciences
Members of the Northwestern faculty join one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious honorary societies.
Chau-Jin Lin ’07 PhD combined her family heritage and scientific training to become an artisanal tea entrepreneur. Learn about her business and explore other companies listed in the Northwestern Alumni-Owned Small Business Directory.
Stay Connected
A Worldwide Celebration of Purple Pride
About 3,900 alumni and friends participated in Northwestern Connects 2023, the Northwestern Alumni Association’s annual global night of networking, in more than 90 cities around the world.
Enter Northwestern’s Alumni Community Census Sweepstakes
Take five minutes to complete the 10-question census by June 5 and help the NAA gain a more complete picture of who our alumni are today.
NAA Honors Alumni Volunteers
In celebration of National Volunteer Week, the NAA is grateful for the dedicated volunteers who engage our global alumni community and deepen their lifelong connection to the University.