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Gift from Potocsnak family endows college prep program, high school teaching awards

Northwestern Academy for Chicago Public Schools and Distinguished Secondary School Teacher Award to be named in honor of President Morton Schapiro

May 10, 2022

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Honorary degree for author and three Northwestern alumni

May 10, 2022

The four will be honored at commencement for contributions to the arts, sciences and leadership

Xuemao Wang named Charles Deering McCormick University Librarian and Dean of Libraries

May 10, 2022

His career spans international, public, consortium and academic library spheres

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Four faculty elected to American Academy of Arts and Sciences

April 28, 2022

Academy is one of nation’s most prestigious honorary societies

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Tesla stock is down almost 45% since January

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Analysis: Tesla brand threatened by Musk harassment claim, criticism of Democrats

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Northwestern finds ways to support Ukrainian students and scholars

April 20, 2022

Humanitarian fund for those who cannot return home, virtual visitorships, joint research and expedited admission

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