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Fifteen-year fans: the “Gathering” united by a ’90s Disney cartoon

This weekend, the Hotel Orrington will be animated by fans of ’90s cartoon “Gargoyles.”

Student found dead in dorm room

A Northwestern student was found dead inside his Foster House dorm room late Tuesday morning, the university said this afternoon in a statement.
Matthew S. Sunshine, a SESP freshman from Cold Spring Harbor, NY, passed away due to currently undetermined causes, Vice President for Student Affairs William J. Banis said in the statement, which the university [...]

What it takes to be a bucket boy in Chicago

A bucket, a thick skin and a City of Chicago license.

Prof. Charles Moskos, 74, has passed away

The beloved sociology professor taught at NU for more than 40 years.

Northwestern’s statement about Prof. Charles Moskos

“He was great for Northwestern and will be missed,” says President Bienen.

Dillo Day 2008 in photos

In case you missed it.

Bienen defends choice of Daley as speaker

Following criticism from some seniors, President Henry Bienen defended the university’s choice of Richard M. Daley as its commencement speaker in a follow-up statement Thursday, saying the Chicago Mayor’s “international stature is recognized everywhere.”
Calling him “an innovative and creative big-city mayor who has made Chicago a truly world-class city,” Bienen said that “it is particularly [...]

Common sense, or blowjobs for beginners

Some things may seem like common sense, but they should be said anyway.

This year at NU, found in the knick-knacks behind your desk

The week year in review.

Opposition delays changes to ASG constitution

A vice president position was outlined but not added to the constitution.

Studying under legends, NU trumpeters play to the tune of success

Barbara Butler and Charles Geyer prime students for professional success.

Coming and going, transfer students look for the perfect “fit”

Transfer students mill in and out of NU — sometimes happily, sometimes not.

DM 2009 to benefit Project Kindle

Project Kindle, a nonprofit that serves and educates children and families affected by HIV/AIDS, will be the main beneficiary for the 2009 Dance Marathon, DM announced Wednesday.
Project Kindle offers a free summer camp for children living with HIV/AIDS, a scholarship fund for young patients, and two HIV educational programs which partner with schools.
The Evanston Community [...]

Plucked from a rival’s waitlist, some admitted to NU may depart

Top schools are drawing from their waitlists this year, slowing NU’s admissions.

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