Northwestern University Vice President For Student Affairs Dies

The psychologist and first-generation college graduate passed away Monday after eight years in Evanston.

Man Charged With Rape At Northwestern Violates Bond, Stays Free

The 20-year-old accused rapist has been allowed to live with his parents in New Jersey while awaiting trial.

Northwestern Names Charles Whitaker Medill School Dean

The former Ebony magazine editor had served as interim dean of the university's school of journalism, media and marketing communications.

ETHS Student Awarded National Merit Cash Scholarship

The Evanston Township High School senior was selected by a committee of high school counselors and college admissions officers.

Fourth Racist Message In A Month Found At Northwestern University

Four messages with the white supremacist slogan "It's Okay to Be White" and a noose-shaped rope have been discovered on the Evanston campus.

US News Best High Schools 2019: ETHS Makes Elite List

U.S. News & World Report released its high school rankings Tuesday. See how Evanston Township High School and other Illinois schools ranked.

Evanston Teen Launches Fundraising Platform For Girls' Education

The first campaign of Educate Girls Everywhere benefits girls in Zambia and runs through May 6.

Money Laundering Charges Added In College Admissions Scandal

Parents of a Northwestern University student accused of cheating on SAT and ACT exams were indicted Tuesday on additional conspiracy counts.

Accused Of Rape, Northwestern Student To Return To New Jersey

Before withdrawing due to a "conflict of interest," the NU law professor and suspended student's attorney asked to lift travel restrictions.

D-202 Election Results: Parsons, Teterycz, Rolewicz Win Seats

One incumbent and two newcomers were elected to the Evanston Township High School District 202 school board Tuesday.

ETHS Teacher Corey Winchester Wins Golden Apple Award

"Teaching is all about building relationships, radical love, and humanizing one another," said the Evanston Township High School teacher.

College Cheating Scandal: Northwestern Student's Parents Charged

A Northwestern University freshman was flown to special test sites to cheat on standardized tests, according to the FBI and school records.

2 Evanston Middle School Students Advance To State GeoBee Finals

Students from Nichols Middle School and St. Joan of Arc will compete in the National Geographic GeoBee State Competition March 29 in Normal.

Fired School Bus Driver Arrested, Charged With Battery

The driver was arrested Tuesday after an altercation with an Evanston/Skokie District 65 student last week, authorities said. (Video)

St. Joan Of Arc To Become Independent Catholic School

The community has already raised nearly $1 million to keep the school open with a school board independent of the Chicago Archdiocese.

Northwestern Neuroscientist Wants To Connect Brains To Internet

Kellogg School Professor Moran Cerf, a former hacker who now advises Hollywood producers, is working to create a "smart chip" for the brain.

ETHS Teacher Corey Winchester Named Golden Apple Finalist

The Evanston Township High School history and social studies teacher was picked as one of 32 finalists statewide for the prestigious award.

ETHS Settles Sex Abuse Lawsuit Against Retired Drama Teacher

The Evanston Township High School board agreed to a $100,000 settlement to dismiss it from lawsuits against former teacher Bruce Siewerth.

ETHS Employee Accused Of 'Inappropriate Contact With Students'

Police are investigating allegations against an employee of Evanston Township High School, its superintendent said Thursday.

Sorority Hazing Led To Suicide Of Northwestern Student: Lawsuit

The mother of Jordan Hankins says hazing by the suspended Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority caused the sophomore basketball player to kill herself.

Northwestern, Evanston Announce 2018 Good Neighbor Fund Projects

Northwestern President Schapiro and Mayor Hagerty announced how the fourth of the school's five promised $1 million donations will be spent.

Professor Known For Live Sex Show Invited Controversial Scholar

A visiting scholar whose work has been criticized as "modern eugenics" is being hosted by the professor who hosted an infamous 2011 class.

Petition Seeks To Keep 'Racist' Researcher From Northwestern

Dr. Satoshi Kanazawa, known for his controversial writings on race and intelligence, is a visiting scholar at Northwestern University.

NU Students Organize Self-Defense Classes After On-Campus Attacks

The student-led efforts come after three women were attacked from behind at Northwestern University's Evanston campus.

Northwestern Law School Cuts Faculty, Staff Amid Budget Deficit

Despite a record-breaking gift from the governor-elect, the dean says "rightsizing" is necessary during 5 percent university-wide cuts.

Evanston Principal Tells Parents Of Recent Racist Abuse At School

In a letter to parents, the principal of Lincolnwood Elementary said he had heard "hate-filled language spoken by children in our school."

Northwestern's $14.4M In Saudi Government Funding Questioned

Northwestern University has asked faculty to "assess their relationships with Saudi Arabia" after the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi.

Evanston Resident Awarded For Growing Job Placement Program

Marie Trzupek Lynch, CEO of Skills for Chicagoland’s Future, was named a winner of the University of Illinois Alumni Humanitarian Award.

Northwestern Offers Incarcerated Students Full College Credit

"All they need is to be given the chance," said the founder of the Northwestern Prison Education Program.

Evanston Resident Awarded For Growing Job Placement Program

Marie Trzupek Lynch, CEO of Skills for Chicagoland’s Future, was named a winner of the University of Illinois Alumni Humanitarian Award .

Reforms Reduce Student Suspension, Disciplinary Actions At ETHS

Evanston Township High School administrators report on the impact of the school's new disciplinary philosophy.

Sigma Alpha Epsilon Returns To Northwestern Following Suspension

SAE had been suspended for a year for underage drinking after an investigation into reports of sexual assaults and druggings at a party.

Evanston Native Named To Global Scholar Program

The selective four-year program includes a $4,000 grant for an international research project from Ohio Wesleyan University.

11 ETHS Students Named National Merit Semifinalists

The National Merit Scholarship semifinalists named Wednesday scored in the top 1 percent of students nationwide.

Northwestern Raises $4 Billion Two Years Ahead Of Schedule

The university raised the fundraising goal of its "We Will" campaign to $5 billion by the end of 2020.

Evanston's 6th Boosterpalooza Rooftop Bash Benefits ETHS Students

The annual event with raffles, food, drink and live music from local bands is scheduled for Saturday evening at the Sherman Parking Plaza.

Evanston School Calendar 2018-19: First Day Of School, Vacations

When's the first day of school in Evanston? Plus, other must-know dates for students, parents and teachers.

Proposed District 65 Budget Grows, Balanced By Referendum

The budget projects spending will rise by 7 percent, revenues will drop by 5 percent and enrollment will rise by less than 1 percent.

Northwestern Professor Named In 'Medill's #MeToo Moment' Resigns

The former director of the Medill Justice Project will not be allowed back on campus or at Northwestern University events.

Northwestern University 'Suddenly' Lays Off Dozens Of Staffers

80 layoffs are needed to cut a projected budget deficit ahead of the end of the fiscal year next month, university officials announced.