Taylor L. Hancock

Jan 7, 2025 | dailynorthwestern.com | Taylor L. Hancock

Since sustainNU, a University-wide effort that aims to reduce and eventually eliminate Northwestern’s contribution to climate change, began in 2017, Northwestern has been collaborating on sustainable initiatives with Evanston officials to combat greater Chicago’s environmental issues. The city of Evanston has been working toward the execution of its Climate Action and Resilience Plan (CARP) since 2018, which aims to achieve carbon neutrality and zero waste by 2050.

Jan 6, 2025 | dailynorthwestern.com | Taylor L. Hancock

The new year is bringing in new research. Over the Winter Recess, Northwestern researchers continued to utilize the $1.05 billion allocated to research funding for the 2024 fiscal year. The Daily compiled a list of these new developments across genetic testing, technology and engineering. Scientists develop new computer technology to detect neonatal abnormalities Northwestern Medicine scientists developed PlacentaVision alongside Penn State researchers.

Nov 15, 2024 | dailynorthwestern.com | Taylor L. Hancock

It was an ugly battle, but Northwestern snared an overtime win over Eastern Illinois Friday night. The Wildcats (3-1, 0-0 Big Ten) defeated the Panthers (1-3, 0-0 Ohio Valley) 67-58 at Welsh-Ryan Arena. Graduate student guard Jalen Leach led NU with 27 points while junior forward Nick Martinelli added 16. The ’Cats won the tip but failed to capitalize on its early possessions. That would be the fastest part of the game, as both Northwestern and Eastern Illinois had slow starts.

Oct 14, 2024 | dailynorthwestern.com | Taylor L. Hancock

From the shores of Lake Michigan to Capitol Hill, Northwestern is the alma mater of a number of politicians who are shaping policy across the nation. Here’s a look at a few NU graduates currently serving in U.S. politics and what they’re working on today. Brad Schneider (McCormick ’83, Kellogg ’88), U.S. Representative (D-Ill.):Schneider graduated from the McCormick School of Engineering in 1983 with a degree in industrial engineering.

Oct 7, 2024 | dailynorthwestern.com | Taylor L. Hancock

Northwestern put up a fight against No. 10 Purdue but ultimately lost in four sets Friday at Welsh-Ryan Arena. The Wildcats (3-9, 1-3 Big Ten) couldn’t extend their battle with the Boilermakers (11-4, 3-1 Big Ten) despite a close final set. After losing the first set, Purdue won the next three 25-20, 25-16, 29-27. From the opening serve, the ’Cats kept up with Purdue’s defense, holding multiple advantages throughout the first set.