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NU to implement new recruitment freeze for student groups. PAGE 5

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A guide to choosing which library is right for you. PAGE 10

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Learn which campus dining halls have the best selections. PAGE 12

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Letter from the Editors You’ll soon arrive on campus excited and ready to begin your college career. The Daily Northwestern publishes this annual Orientation Issue to help you do just that. With the Orientation Issue, we’re hoping to give you a glimpse of what life at Northwestern is like. This issue is meant to help guide you through your transition to college, teaching you some of the Wildcats’ favorite traditions, most valued pieces of advice and preferred forms of caffeination. We hope this issue will help you orient yourself on campus. In this issue, we would also like to introduce the class of 2018 to The Daily and explain our role on campus. The Daily is the independent student newspaper serving the NU and Evanston communities. We publish a print edition every weekday and update our coverage online constantly.

Pick up a copy, or connect with us online: You can follow @thedailynu on Twitter and like The Daily Northwestern on Facebook. If you want to join our team, email joinus@dailynorthwestern.com. In our time reporting and editing for The Daily, we have come to observe and engage with this campus and this city in a way we never had previously with our hometowns. We’ve seen both the strengths and the weaknesses of our community while covering stories that are important to NU and Evanston. But we return to our home on the third floor of Norris University Center, night after night, because, more often than not, we see people striving to make this campus and this city a better place. In the last year, activists have organized and protested for greater transparency in sexual misconduct cases, city officials

banned plastic bags in Evanston’s biggest stores to promote sustainability, students raised more than $1.3 million in this year’s Dance Marathon. All these initiatives stemmed from people working to make our community better. It is here that we hope to tell stories that not only matter to you but will inevitably affect you because of your newfound identity as a Wildcat. Write to us, write for us and stay involved. Go Cats! Ciara McCarthy Editor in Chief Rebecca Savransky Summer Editor in Chief

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Wildcat Welcome: Discover NU during your first week at school

Your first week of college, known as Wildcat Welcome, will be filled with everything from information sessions on your classes to a trip to Six Flags to bonding activities with your peer advising group. It will likely be a blur of hundreds of new faces, names and completely new experiences, but luckily, Northwestern plans a week full of ways for you to begin navigating your way through the next four years of your life. Wildcat Welcome will have a few changes this year, including the introduction of new orientation check-in centers and a new alcohol education program. “The main goal of Wildcat Welcome is to help students make friends, find their way around and introduce them to resources and services so they can succeed at the University,� said Patricia Hilkert, director of new student and family programs. “It’s a great chance to experiment and experience life here without the worry and stress of classes.� Wildcat Welcome, a week of activities and advising for incoming freshmen and transfers, will be held Sept. 15-22. New students planning to live offcampus will be arriving a day earlier for check-in and orientation. Hilkert said about 30 new students will be living off campus this year. New students arriving Monday, Sept. 15 will go to assigned centers located in campus dining halls to check in and receive their personalized schedules and WildCARDS, Hilkert said. She said the centers will be “hubs for

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everything Wildcat Welcome� and are a new addition to new student orientation. While new students get to know other students and their resident assistants, parents and family members will be welcomed by University President Morton Schapiro at Lakeside Athletic Field before attending a reception on North Beach. In a program started last year, Hilkert said there will be 42 family ambassadors that will also be playing a role during Wildcat Welcome. Just as peer advisers guide new students, family ambassadors will aid parents and family members in making the transition. Hilkert also said parent and family orientation will end with upperclassmen students acting out skits of different scenarios new students may encounter in college. Rising Bienen sophomore Landon Hegedus, who will be a family ambassador this fall, said he is excited to welcome a “whole new family of students to Northwestern.� “As far as Wildcat Welcome goes, new students should just enjoy it,� he said. “Take the time to meet as many new students as possible because it’s pretty much your only chance to be exposed to everyone in the community.� On Tuesday, new students will travel to Millennium Park in Chicago to participate in Purple Pride, where they will learn about NU history and traditions, participate in team-building activities and learn the fight song. That evening, Hilkert said there will be an outdoor screening of Mean Girls, which was based on Evanston Township High School and makes several references to NU. Wednesday and Thursday will include meetings and advising with faculty. In a change from last year, there will be a new Essential NU about bystander intervention in situations involving alcohol, called Step UP!, Hilkert said. “We’re trying to help students with what to do with specific situations involving alcohol,� she said. Wednesday evening will also feature a late night men’s soccer game against DePaul University. There will be more academic advising Thursday and students will register for Fall Quarter classes Friday. Students will rotate

through Step UP!, and other Essential NUs on sexual violence and diversity on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday nights. During Saturday’s football game against Western Illinois University, new students will be able to participate in a tailgate and the new student dash across Ryan Field. New students will be able to attend a free trip to Six Flags Great America on Saturday night. In a change from previous years, there will be an Involvement Expo on Sunday afternoon rather than the Activities Fair, which will take place after the first week of classes, Hilkert said. “The expo is meant to introduce students to different things they can be involved in,� she said. Then when they approach the fair the following week, they are better researched and have a better idea of what they want to do.� Sunday evening will inlcude an Essential NU about mental health, featuring speaker Ross Szabo and a video of NU students talking about their mental health experiences. Wildcat Welcome will conclude Monday with the President’s Convocation and a PA group wrap-up. For new students nervous for Wildcat Welcome, “participating in everything is key,� Hilkert said. “Take advantage of different opportunities that you may have never done before,� she said. “It doesn’t have to be lame. Wildcat Welcome can be really, really fun.� oliviaexstrum2017@u.northwestern.edu Annabel Edwards/Daily Senior Staffer

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Wildcat traditions an important part of campus life By ANNIE BRUCE

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Screaming at the end of reading week, guarding a rock all night and marching through an arch — they may not make a lot of sense, but these traditions bring students together and make Northwestern the exciting and unique place that it is. Here’s your handy guide to any and all NU traditions you need to know about.

March Through The Arch

Although this is a newer tradition, it has quickly become an NU favorite. During Wildcat Welcome, new students walk under the Arch on the corner of Sheridan Road and Chicago Avenue, while family and friends surround the pathway and cheer. To bring everything full circle, at the end of senior year, students march back through the Arch to complete their NU journey.

Studying for finals can be stressful, so it’s important to let off some steam. At 9 p.m. the Sunday before finals week, students across campus scream, regardless of what building they are in. No one knows exactly who started this ritual, making it all the more intriguing and fun.

Hot Cookie Bar

One of the highlights of dining hall food is the warm trays of cookies served on weekends in various dining halls across campus. Paired with ice cream, it’s a perfect end-of-the-week treat.

The Lakefill

Every year as soon as the cold winter weather finally goes away and temperatures hit about 60 degrees, everyone on campus heads to the Lakefill for some sun. People bring Frisbees, listen to music and go for runs, all with the Chicago skyline in the background. The Lakefill is also the site of NU’s annual mustic festival, Dillo Day.

Andy’s Frozen Custard

It’s pretty much guaranteed that by the end of your time at NU, Andy’s will have become an essential part of your diet. Regardless of the weather, you can always find students crowded inside the Evanston shop. With custom flavors specific to NU offered throughout the year, Andy’s is truly a part of NU culture. Just be sure to ask for the WildCARD discount.

Painting The Rock

You probably remember hearing about NU’s most popular tradition on your campus tour, but I’ll give you a quick refresher here. The Rock first came to campus as a present from the class of 1902 and has become a popular campus landmark. Students started painting it in 1957 and haven’t stopped since. Groups of students guard The Rock for 24 hours before they can paint it to advertise different events and messages throughout the year. Painting The Rock is definitely an item you should add to your NU bucket list.

Dillo Day

You probably heard of Dillo Day before arriving at NU. Named for the armadillo, the annual concert has become one of NU students’ favorite days of the year. Dillo Day, which began in 1972, is organized by Mayfest, a student group that brings several artists to campus at the end of Spring Quarter. During the day, students frequent the Lakefill, where the concerts are held, and take advantage of the spring weather. In the past, artists such as Steve Aoki, Wiz Khalifa. Regina Spektor and Cold War Kids have performed at Dillo Day.

Football Game “Growl and Claw”

NU Students have many unique traditions during football season. One of the most popular ways to cheer on the Wildcats is the “growl and claw,” which students do when the opposing team is in posession of the ball. You’ll quickly pick up on these one-of-akind traditions when cheering on your team. annebruce2015@u.northwestern.edu

Learn the language: a guide to Northwestern abbreviations By JULIAN GEREZ

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At Northwestern, you’ll quickly find that if something exists, it has an abbreviation. We use abbreviations or acronyms for pretty much everything on campus. Here are some of the most important ones you should know.

McTrib: McCormick Tribune Center

Contrary to what its full name indicates, McTrib has nothing to do with the McCormick School of Engineering. Instead, it houses Medill offices, journalism classes and the broadcast studio. It’s named after the McCormick family, famous for its advancements in industry, media, real estate, politics and for naming a ton of things wherever they went, including this building. If you’re a journalism

major, you’ll certainly have classes in this modern building located on the south end of campus. Fun fact: If you watch “The Newsroom,” or have at least seen its famous first scene, the set is modeled after the main auditorium in this building, the McCormick Tribune Center Forum.

Tech: Technological Institute

Built in the 1940s, this mammoth structure is the primary building for McCormick students. It contains dozens of classrooms and labs as well as a large auditorium. The building is so large, in fact, that the official McCormick website includes a room finder and separate maps for each of the individual floors of Tech. In the 1960s, two wings were added to the building, and in the 1970s, a new entrance terrace was dedicated. Other buildings are connected to Tech via pedestrian bridges, including the Mudd Science and Engineering Library and the Ford Motor Company Engineering

Design Center. You won’t be faulted for thinking this building could eventually swallow up the whole campus. Fun fact: One can often find lost School of Communication or Medill students in Tech.

SPAC: Sports Pavilion and Aquatic Center

Officially the Sports Pavilion and Aquatic Center, everyone calls this building SPAC. Despite its renaming thanks to a generous philanthropic donation by industrialist Henry Crown, you’d probably get puzzled looks if you asked a student how to reach the Henry Crown Sports Pavilion and Aquatic Center. The building contains basketball, squash, racquetball and tennis courts, as well as a large pool. It also offers group fitness classes along with its weight room and cardiovascular machines. Fun fact: Some treadmills overlook picturesque

views of the lakefront.

DM: Dance Marathon

This is an initialism, not an acronym, for one of the nation’s largest student-run philanthropies. It was founded in 1975, when it was called “Dance to Give Them a Chance” and benefitted the American Epilepsy Foundation and the National Association for Retarded Citizens. It lasted 52 hours. Since then, hundreds of unsuspecting students have signed up for the now-30-hour marathon and participated by raising funds and then dancing for hours on end. Fun fact: A recent DM tradition has been the DJ playing Darude’s song “Sandstorm” in the middle of the event. Despite the collective exhaustion of the dancers, most decide to go absolutely wild for the trance song by the Finnish music producer. juliangerez2017@u.northwestern.edu

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NU implements student group recruitment freeze By STEPHANIE KELLY

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During his freshman year, McCormick senior Alex Van Atta couldn’t decide which student groups to join. Van Atta joined Associated Student Government at the end of his freshman year and is now the vice president for student groups. Van Atta says he swears by getting involved on campus, but letting the process take its time. “I think the big thing was just not worrying too much if I didn’t get into a certain group,� Van Atta said. “It was We want about taking students to find really things in stride and their way in the knowing if that one didn’t work out, there’s first week of probably something classes versus better suited for me anyway.� having to For the fi rst time, worry about Northwestern will have being part a recruitment freeze at the beginning of the of a student year. Although student organization. organizations will be able to hold open Hope Wallace, information sessions an assistant at any time, groups are director at CSI not allowed to begin their application process until the end of the activities fair at 5 p.m. Sept. 27. “We want students to find their way in the first week of classes versus having to worry about being part of a student organization,� said Hope Wallace, assistant director of student organization resources at the Center of Student

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Involvement. Wallace said she also wants to stress to new students that there are different types of groups on campus. New students will be taken through an involvement expo during Wildcat Welcome, where peer advisers will discuss how involvement works at NU, Wallace said. Through this expo, first-year students will be introduced to many of the different involvement opportunities on campus. Then, on Sept. 27, there will be an activities fair for students. “Students seem to think that everything requires an interview and everything requires that if you don’t do something in the first week, then you can’t get involved,� Wallace said. “But we do have so many open, welcoming organizations that accept all members.� In addition to the involvement expo and the activities fair, students can learn about different student groups through fairs held by their schools. Flyers are also taped to the ground throughout campus calling students to information sessions. “Involvement here at Northwestern is much different than it was in high school,� said Josh McKenzie, director of the first year experience. “We want (students) to really start to question what is it that they want to spend their time on outside of the classroom.� Van Atta said students should not write off any club at the start, but should come to college with an open mind ready to explore the different groups NU has to offer. “I really found that ASG was a place where I could make a difference on campus,� he said. “For some people, it might be finding an a capella group where you can call home or the theater group that will let you write your own production or a microfinance group to learn valuable skills for banking.�

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Norris University Center is one of the best resources for students on campus, but even some upperclassmen don’t know about all Norris has to offer. Despite having an art studio, a game room and a place to rent outdoor equipment, the basement level of Norris is the most under-appreciated part of Northwestern’s student center. Norris Underground is home to several different places for students to relax and hang out. One such place is the Game Room, Norris’ arcade and gaming room, where NU students can play most games for free before 5 p.m. “It’s a place to wind down in your free time during the school year,� said rising Weinberg senior Trevor Ells, a summer employee of the Game Room, which he said has six pool tables, a ping pong table, gaming systems, foosball and board games. For artistically inclined students, the ARTica Studios are a great resource. At ARTica, students can buy art supplies, make pottery, sew and access other arts and crafts tools. Debra Blade, assistant director of Norris programs, believes that having an art studio in the student center is a way for students to be creative. “It’s a recreational outlet,� Blade said. “It’s where people can artistically express themselves.� For students who want to leave the confines of campus buildings, NorrisOutdoors serves as the primary resource for people wishing to rent recreational equipment. Students can rent all types of camping and sports equipment or items such as grills and chairs to throw an outdoor party with friends.

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“We rent a lot of different outdoor supplies in the summer, spring and fall.� said rising Weinberg senior Justin Scaife, a NorrisOutdoors employee. “Anyone with a WildCARD can rent.� Students can also rent ski equipment and ice skates for the ice rink set up behind Norris during Winter Quarter. “There’s so many different things you can do with The our supplies that services of the offers a much more diverse experiUnderground ence for college,� are not as visible, Scaife said. “You don’t have to sit in so we have to your dorm all day, work harder everyday. It gives to get people people something to do other than the downstairs. But normal, day-to-day when they come activities.� In addition to downstairs, the recreational they’re excited. resources in Norris Underground, stuDebra Blade, dents can get help assistant director of with their student Norris programs ID in the WildCARD office. Students can also make use of technical services, a meeting room, and a meditation and prayer room. “The services of the Underground are not as visible, so we have to work harder to get people downstairs,� Blade said. “But when they come downstairs, they’re excited. These services exist for students and all the services we offer are based on what students have requested.�

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Survive Finals Week with exam relief programming By KATHERINE RICHTER

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You may be dreading the point when your first college finals are approaching and you have that stark realization that the library is going to be your new home. However, Northwestern’s Finals Week isn’t your traditional high school testing week. With everything from bringing puppies to the student center to giving out tons of free food and coffee, NU does everything it can to make your finals week in college a semi-bearable experience. NU plans programming both during Reading Period and Finals Week. Through the duration of Finals Week, the doors of University Library and Norris University Center are open day and night to accommodate extended studying. Due to these lengthier study sessions, university libraries and Norris plan organized breaks to minimize stress during both Finals Week and Reading Period. If not participating in free DIY crafts in Norris’ ARTica Studios or receiving a complimentary massage, students can spend break time playing with therapy dogs. Rising Weinberg sophomore Alek Jansen, a member of Associated Student Government’s Student Life Committee during the 2013-14 academic year, worked with Norris to bring the therapy dogs to students. He said he will continue to plan programming during the 2014-15 academic year. “During Finals Week, we want to make sure all students are well mentally,� Jansen said. Project Cookie, a student-run business that sells warm, freshly-baked cookies, also gives out free cookies one day during Reading Period, which has caused what students have called the infamous “cookie riots.� When cramming for tests, NU students take free cookies seriously. NU also held a late-night pancake breakfast one night which was attended by nearly 400 students

during Finals Week last Spring Quarter, Norris director Amy White said. “(Programming) revolves around wellness,� White said. “Students can take a break and finger paint, have food or take time to relax during studying.� A campus-wide “Primal Scream� also occurs Sunday before exams begin, allowing students to collectively voice frustration everywhere from libraries and residence halls to all along Sheridan Road. Rising Weinberg sophomore Karissa Jhangiani recalled freshly popped popcorn offered at the entrance of the periodicals section of University Library, a heavily frequented study space. Students can also make a quick commute to Norris to get free Starbucks coffee and tea beginning at 11:59 during the entire exam week. White said she anticipates that next year’s activities and handouts will help alleviate finals stress. “It is an important program within our yearly schedule,� she said. “What students want and need is a focus.� katherinerichter2017@u.northwestern.edu

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Save time, money on books If you’ve got some time: Amazon

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Buying textbooks can be an expensive and frustrating process, and — thanks to the quarter system — you’ll be doing it fairly frequently. Luckily there are plenty of options when buying your books, and each has its own benefits and drawbacks. For comparison, we looked at the prices for the Fourth Edition of “Psychological Science,� a required book for this Summer Quarter’s version of Introduction to Psychology, a popular course for freshmen.

If you’re in a hurry: Norris Bookstore

If you’re in a pinch and need a particular book immediately, Norris Bookstore is your best bet. Conveniently located on the ground floor of Norris University Center, the bookstore will get you what you need quickly. Books are sorted by subject and are clearly labeled so you can make sure to get exactly what your professor requires. Norris Bookstore has one huge drawback: cost. It costs $72 just to rent a used copy of “Psychological Science,� and if you want to buy the used version, be prepared to shell out $135. Unless you need a special course packet that only comes with a new book, buying used or renting at Norris Bookstore is your best option. When you rent a book, you can still write in it, and selling a book back to the bookstore is a painless process.

If you want to save a few dollars: Beck’s Bookstore

Nearly as convenient as Norris Bookstore, Beck’s Bookstore at 716 Clark St. makes buying and renting textbooks easy. Beck’s organizes its textbook by course number and professor. Beck’s has lower prices than Norris. The used version of “Psychological Science� costs just $89.95 to own and $54.95 to rent. Although the disparity between prices at Norris and Beck’s may not always be this great, Beck’s consistently has lower prices. At the end of the quarter, Beck’s will buy back your books. Don’t expect to walk out with a full wallet, however: the return you’ll get on books won’t be anywhere near what you paid for them.

If you plan in advance, buying books on Amazon is definitely the way to go. The site has nearly every book you could possibly need and usually has options to buy or rent used books, further reducing costs. Another Amazon perk is that the site often has paperback versions of books that Norris and Beck’s only sell in hardcover editions. For instance, the used version of “Psychological Science� costs $135 to buy at Norris, but on Amazon it is just $41.95 for the paperback and $58.93 for the hardcover. Having books shipped takes longer than walking to Norris or Beck’s, but the potential for lower prices makes Amazon a worthwhile option. Plus, if you sign up for a free six-month student trial of Amazon Prime, you’ll enjoy free two-day shipping on every textbook you could possibly need. Another potential downside to the Amazon route is that making sure you’re getting the correct volume and edition of the book can be tricky. Definitely double check the edition number you need.

If you’re willing to work for it: Free & For Sale

There is an open group on Facebook called “Free & For Sale� that anyone connected to NU can join. It’s like a mini-eBay — without the bidding wars — that’s just for the NU community. Anyone in the group can post about an item they are looking to sell, and interested people can message that person or comment on the post to negotiate. People sell everything from toasters to yoga mats. Relying on the group to buy textbooks is pretty hit or miss, but if you’re willing to spend a ton of time on Zuckerberg’s brainchild (which, let’s face it, you do anyway), you can score some pretty sweet deals. Scrolling through the page to see if anyone has the book you need is your best bet, and the rest is up to your bargaining abilities. Often the books students are selling are outdated editions, so you’ll be able to buy them for significantly less. Plus, there usually isn’t much difference from one edition to the next, so it may not matter if you’re book is a little old. The main drawback of the Facebook group is that the book you may need is not guaranteed to be for sale, leaving you to purchase your book elsewhere.

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Studying is an integral part of the college experience, maybe even more so at Northwestern. Fortunately, NU, as well as surrounding areas in Evanston, offer students a variety of places to choose from with different settings and atmospheres. Here’s a few of the options to pick from when you need to get work done.

University Library

University Library is the largest library at NU. It is made up of three different towers, which makes getting around it successfully, without getting lost, a pretty difficult task (Google Maps should provide directions for navigating it). The various areas offer an abundance of unique studying environments for you to choose from. Upon entering the library, one of the first areas you’ll encounter on the ground floor is 1 South. Newly equipped for the new year with more comfortable chairs, 1 South is the place to be if you’re looking to work in a group setting. For a quieter place, where raising your voice above a whisper will be met with acrimonious glares and a chorus of “Shh!!�, you can try the Periodicals and Newspapers Reading Room on the same floor. Another popular area is Core, located on the 2nd floor of the North Tower, which is the place to be for socializing and pretending to do your reading for tomorrow’s history class. This tower is also home to a bunch of private study rooms, where you and your study group from calculus can discuss loudly and work out problems on the large dry erase boards that cover the walls. There’s also the Plaza Cafe on the second floor that accepts points, so when you’re in need of that coffee boost or a snack, you can head up there to get your fix.

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On the inside, Deering Library can look like the location of a scene from Hogwarts, while at the same time, on a different floor, look frozen in a time capsule from the 1960s. Deering has always been daunting to me, but its marble staircases and hushed atmosphere is perfect for some. This library always seems to be neglected by students, attracting far fewer than 1 South and Mudd. But this emptiness can be advantageous to those students that need room to spread out their multiple textbooks and focus. Want to avoid your friends? Bet they won’t try to look for you here! Also, there’s a neat hallway that connects Deering and University. If you’re trying to avoid the throngs of people in University Library or still want access to the food in the cafe there, you have the opportunity to go to Deering and enjoy the peace it affords.

Mudd Science and Engineering Library

If you’re looking to do some serious work, in an almost eerily quiet environment, Mudd Science and Engineering Library is your best bet. Attached to the Technological Institute, Mudd is often the place where you can find pre-med students and engineers pulling all-nighters and studying for their organic chemistry tests. This library is definitely more convenient for students living in North Campus dorms who don’t want to trek all the way down to University Library or Deering. If you’re looking for a completely distraction-free area, go to the second floor. It’s often completely unoccupied and has lots of hidden places to sit and do work.

Evanston Public Library

If you find the the campus libraries are becoming too stuffy for you, packed with crazy economics majors struggling through problem sets and frantic journalism students finishing their final projects the night before, you may find it refreshing to walk into Evanston and find new studying territory. Evanston Public Library offers a spread of tables, where you can mix with Evanston residents. Places like Unicorn Cafe for South Campus folk and Coffee Lab for those up north offer Wifi, good coffee and maybe even the possibility of overhearing some interesting conversations. I wandered into Barnes and Noble the day before a final once, freaking out about the fact that I hadn’t done any of the readings the entire quarter. A new environment was exactly what I needed to study, and now it’s my go-to place when I really need to buckle down and concentrate. pl@u.northwestern.edu

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Between dorm living and class and extracurriculars, you’re bound to find you won’t be in the same place on campus every mealtime. With six dining halls, there’s a lot to choose from, and it may be overwhelming the first few weeks figuring out which dining hall is best suited when you’re craving a certain meal or have a dietary restriction. Whether it’s an allergy, a food preference or anything in between, certain dining halls will be better than others to suit your needs.

Kosher

If you want to ensure your food is Koshercertified, Allison dining hall is the way to go. The South Campus dining hall boasts a separate station for Kosher meals, serving them Sunday through Thursday for both lunch and dinner and Friday for lunch. The food and area is supervised by a rabbi, who can be approached with any food concerns you may have.

Vegetarian/vegan

Fortunately, most foods served in the dining halls are accompanied by tags listing the ingredients, helping students trying to avoid certain foods, like meat or dairy. Sargent dining hall, located near the fraternity quad, has the most expansive vegetarian section. Allison usually also has a good number of vegetarian options.

Mexican food

One word: Plexican. Want your Chipotle burrito without having to spend the extra money on food? Luckily, the dining hall in Foster-Walker Complex, known as “Plex,” can provide you with quality Mexican food included in your meal plan. Dinners at Foster-Walker may easily become your favorite meals of the week.

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Gluten-free eating is tricky here, as I’ve discovered as an NU student with Celiac disease. Most dining halls have gluten-free stations that are sub-

par at best, boasting a package of hot dog rolls and nothing else. As this is obviously not enough to live on, you have turn to food outside the gluten-free stations, which can often pose as a problem. I’ve found that Allison and Willard on South Campus and Sargent up north are your best bets. Gluten-free dining, especially for those with an allergy, is far from perfect at NU. But changes and improvements may be on the horizon — recently, Allison added separate gluten-free peanut butter and jelly jars. All in all, I find it easier to talk to the chef at the dining hall you frequent most and sort out a food situation with them.

Sweet tooth

Lucky for you, desserts are available at both lunch and dinner. All the dining halls will always have a decent selection of desserts for you, including frozen yogurt, cakes, cookies and more. But, to me, there’s still one dessert that stands out above the rest — Hot Cookie Bar. I’ve heard the complaints, that it’s overrated, that it’s a heart attack waiting to happen. But in the end, nothing can compare to gooey half-baked cookies at the end the day. Trays of this deliciousness are available once a week in Elder, Sargent, 1835 Hinman, Allison and Foster-Walker.

Picky and choosy

If you’re a picky eater, it’s better to go to the dining hall with the biggest selection so you’re bound to find something you like. Luckily, there is a substantial-sized dining hall on each side of campus. For North Campus students, Sargent has a lot of different options, from its grill for chicken and burgers, to its large sandwich station, to its multiple hot plate options. For South Campus, Allison is your go-to place, which has both the regular and Kosher meals to choose from, as well as other selections. Once you learn what foods you like and which ones just don’t compare to the recipes your mom makes at home, it’ll be much easier to navigate eating at NU. My advice is to befriend the chefs at the dining hall you find yourself at most often — you’re bound to be treated to friendlier service and, sometimes, better food. pl@u.northwestern.edu

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Northwestern owes much of its scenic “college brochure� setting to Lake Michigan. After all, not everyone can boast Instagrams of homecoming Game Day and Dillo Day with the clear, rich blue backdrop of one of the five Great Lakes. Do yourself a favor and visit the two beaches and the artificial Lakefill (Yes, NU built another mini-lake next to the main one. See, this school is worth the price tag.) South Beach is the bigger beach, and can be found after a walk down Sheridan Road after it veers east on South Campus. A new sailing center available for students and faculty just opened this summer on South Beath. If you’re not apt to plunging into the water just yet, feel free to play a game of Frisbee or volleyball. Evanston residents also stop by with their kids and dogs. When the lifeguards aren’t on duty for Winter Quarter and for most of fall and spring, you can also climb up the 10-foot-tall lifeguard chairs and enjoy a nice view of South Campus and the lake’s sailboat-littered horizon. The grassy Lakefill, located behind Norris, is almost always in use. Some people jog, bike, etc. and others pause with their DSLR lens, books or even painting easels, hoping that an hour of sitting by the lake will inspire their creativity. During the spring, students often plop down on a towel with some friends and enjoy a picnic or sunbathing session on the Lakefill. You can sneak a peek at the Chicago

skyline on the other side of the lake or sit on one of the benches at the edge and enjoy the peace. If you have a hammock, you can even take a nap between two of the many willow trees. Several times during the year, student groups host events on the Lakefill. Besides the big ones, like Dillo Day, there’s the South Asian Student Alliance’s Holi festival, inflatable games from the Residential College fair, Norris lawn concerts and more. When the air is especially humid in the spring, having some cool water splash at your feet while you maneuver through the rocks is especially refreshing. Most lakeside rocks have colorful messages and drawings graffitied on them. Students and alumni like to mark good memories at NU by painting a rock with important initials, dates and inside jokes. When the time comes, maybe you’ll leave something behind, too. Last, and probably least — North Beach, which is closed for most of the year. Tall reeds hide you from view on one side, and the outline of SPAC looms in the distance on the other. People go here for privacy, especially at night. The rocks on the edge of the lakefill and the shore of South Beach are also pretty secluded at night, but there’s something especially removed about North Beach. Whatever kind of plans you have for college, there’s probably some way you can make a memory or two at the lake. So go on and Snapchat a few pictures and make your friends jealous. aliceyin2017@u.northwestern.edu

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Chances are you won’t make it through your four years at Northwestern without pulling at least one all-nighter. If you’re like me, you soon won’t be able to count the nights you spend overdosing on caffeine trying to cram for that test or finish those three 10-page papers you were supposed to start weeks ago. Although not the healthiest option, sometimes there’s no escaping an all-nighter. Here are some tips to help you through your first, fifth or 100th all-nighter.

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If you’re pulling an all-nighter, you need to prepare with plenty of caffeine, snacks and other forms of motivation. No matter where you’re studying, all the cafes will close eventually so make sure to either buy coffee ahead of time or have supplies to make your own. If you prefer 5-hour ENERGY, Red Bull or other energy drinks instead of coffee, buy them beforehand. Even if you don’t plan to use them, when you’re falling asleep at 6 a.m., you’ll be happy you have that extra boost at your disposal. Make sure you also bring along some healthy snacks to avoid the inevitable sugar crash after buying nearly half a vending machine worth of candy bars and other unhealthy treats. Also remember to drink lots of water.

2. Self control

It might seem obvious that if you’re trying to write an entire paper due in four hours, you shouldn’t be tweeting, Facebooking or social media-ing about your progress. Sometimes though, it may be really tempting to waste three hours on Facebook stalking your friends or mindlessly reading through posts. This is not the time to do this. At 3 a.m., there is nothing new on Facebook. If you really don’t have self control, I recommend getting the self control app. You can block Facebook, Twitter and any other distracting websites from your computer for up to 24 hours.

3. Move

Make sure you don’t sit in the same place for four hours if you’re attempting to stay up all night. Get up, stretch and exercise at least 10 minutes every hour. This will give you some needed energy and will wake you up when you’re falling asleep. When it starts to get light out, make sure to take a break, watch the sunrise and know that you’ve basically made it. Maybe even post a picture of it on Instagram (#allnighter) and then get back to work.

4. Work in groups

Pulling an all-nighter in a group will help prevent you from falling asleep. Your friends will probably have energy when you’re fading at 5 a.m. and vice versa. Plus, when you’re falling into pure delirium after being up until sunrise, it will be much more enjoyable if you have a group around you.

5. Reward yourself

Another way to motivate yourself to stay up and finish that paper is to set up a rewards system. If you’re writing a paper, make a system where for every page you write, you can have another cup of coffee. If you’re not a coffee-addict like me, use the same system with anything else that will encourage you to do your work.

6. Work at a table

If you plan to stay up all night, you’ll need to avoid the temptation to start working in your bed or on the couch. Work at a table or in a chair that’s not too comfortable, or there’s a high likelihood you’ll fall asleep before even beginning your work. If you really need to buckle down and study, make sure to avoid comfort at all costs. You’ll regret choosing that comfy library chair when you wake up 20 minutes before your test having not studied a bit.

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This is a purely precautionary measure, but if you do cave and accidentally fall asleep, you’ll be happy you remembered to set your alarm. rebeccasavransky2015@u.northwestern.edu

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Living in a residence hall should be a rewarding experience. However, living on your own and with a roommate can present many challenges. Here are the top five tips to make your year living on campus successful.

1. Establish ground rules with your roommate

Sharing a small space with another person for an entire school year is no easy task. Having a conversation about individual expectations, however, will make the year much easier. Topics of conversation should include inviting over guests and borrowing each other’s belongings, as those usually create the most problems.

2. Introduce yourself to your neighbors

It’s really easy to spend the first few weeks of school with the same group of people. Take advantage, however, of the diversity that exists right outside your room. Your floormates will not only come from different countries and states, but also from different parts of Northwestern. Your residence hall is the perfect place to expand your social network.

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This sounds obvious, but once classes start, personal hygiene is often thrown on the back burner. Hygiene goes beyond just showering and brushing your teeth. It includes doing laundry and cleaning your room. If you maintain good hygeine, not only will your parents be pleased, but it will also make a big difference for your roommate and friends.

4. Stay organized

Life at NU is hectic. There are always things to do and people to hang out with. But, in order to take full advantage of all the opportunities afforded to you as a NU student, it is imperative to stay organized. From schoolwork to clothes, your room can quickly become a disaster. Avoid this at all costs.

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Your Resident Assistant can be your best friend or your worst nightmare. For everyone’s sake, try to make him or her your best friend. Get to know him or her during orientation and stay in touch throughout the year. Whether you need your door unlocked or advice on choosing classes, your RA is a resource you want to have. tylerpager2017@u.northwestern.edu RU L

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Northwestern prides itself on its overall student-faculty ratio of seven to one and the fact that nearly 75 percent of all undergraduate classes have fewer than 20 students. However, some of the remaining 25 percent of classes, especially introductory courses, can have hundreds of students. The most popular major at NU by far is economics, with its 242 degrees conferred to the class of 2013 comprising more than 10 percent of all degrees awarded, not including second majors or minors, according to the NU Institutional Research Data Book. It’s no surprise, then, that introductory economics classes are some of the largest at NU, especially when one considers that even many non-majors have to take the class to fulfill graduation requirements. In the fall of 2013, nearly 400 students were enrolled in two sections of macroeconomics and 218 students

were enrolled in the microeconomics class. Psychology is the second-most popular major in Weinberg, with 150 psychology degrees awarded to the class of 2013. Its preparatory course, Introduction to Psychology, had more than 250 students enrolled in the fall of 2013. But the largest class that quarter was in a department that awarded a total of three degrees to the class of 2013. Introduction to Russian Literature, taught by Prof. Gary Morson, had nearly 450 students enrolled in a single section of the course. The Course and Teacher Evaluation Council surveys for the class give Morson’s instruction an average overall rating of 5.4 out 6. “Stop reading the CTECs and just take this course,” one student wrote. “Everything you’ve heard about it is true. Read the books, go to lecture, sit down, shut up, close your laptop, and listen to what Morson has to say. Literature, philosophy, psychology and religion, all rolled up together. Wonderful class, and I’ve taken a lot of them here.” juliangerez2017@u.northwestern.edu

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Aldermen narrowly passed a plastic bag ban July 28 for 27 Evanston businesses after extensive debate over the practicality and feasibility of the proposal. The ban, which was sent back to committee earlier in July to allow for further discussion, will require Evanston businesses larger than 10,000 square feet to completely eliminate their plastic bag usage by Aug. 1, 2015. The ordinance will affect stores in Evanston

including Jewel Osco and CVS. Ald. Donald Wilson (4th) said the ordinance would direct people to use bags made of paper that are more harmful to the environment. “To me, its just a feel good thing,” Wilson said. “Because we want to feel better, we’re pushing off our environmental impact on someone else.” Although the ordinance would not solve the problem completely, Ald. Coleen Burrus (9th) said the ban would be a step in the right direction. “If plastic bags are gone, no one is going to be worse for the wear,” Burrus said. Ald. Ann Rainey (8th) requested the original

proposal be amended to eliminate the requirement for businesses less than 10,000 square feet to impose the ban. Rainey recommended council assess the success of the ordinance on large businesses before imposing further measures. After aldermen voted to eliminate the part of the proposal affecting smaller businesses, the ordinance passed in a 5-4 vote. Prior to the vote, several residents opposed the ban during citizen comment, emphasizing that education initiatives would better serve the community. Jonathan Perman, former executive director of the Evanston Chamber of Commerce and a representative

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The day you officially decided to come to Northwestern, you consciously or unconsciously signed a covenant to forever root for Wildcat sports teams (You can continue to root for your hometown college team too, your friends will just hate you). In preparation for this lifetime of purple foam fingers, here’s a list of things to know about NU sports in order to be an informed fan.

1. We don’t win that often, at least in the sports you watch on TV.

Hopefully you didn’t come to Evanston for riotous championship celebrations. The Cats’ basketball program is the only major conference program to have never made the NCAA Tournament. Never a miracle run through the Big Ten Tournament. Never a barely deserved 12 seed as an at-large bid. Never a fluke good year rewarded by a first-round Tournament exit. It’s pretty improbable. The football program recently ended a similarly embarrassing streak, winning its first bowl

game since 1949 with a victory over Mississippi State at the 2013 Gator Bowl. So as far as revenue sports go, we’ve got work to do, but…

to remember…

2. It’s getting better!

NU’s field hockey and women’s tennis teams won Big Ten titles last year (field hockey in the regular season, women’s tennis in the conference tournament). Women’s tennis, led by coach Claire Pollard, is somewhat of a powerhouse, having won the Big Ten TourAnnabel Edwards/Daily Senior Staffer nament 15 times in 16 HOOP DREAMS Senior guard JerShon Cobb and the Wildcats hope to years. Additionally, men’s take Northwestern’s basketball team to its first-ever NCAA Tournament. soccer, men’s tennis championship in the 149-pound weight class. and softball all made their respective sports’ And it gets better because I haven’t even menNCAA Tournaments, and wrestling, fencing, women’s golf and men’s swimming and diving tioned that… have all had success in the recent past. Last year, freshman wrestler Jason Tsirtsis won the national 4.We’re really good at women’s

The football program’s turnaround began with former coach Randy Walker and has continued with current coach (and NU celebrity) Pat Fitzgerald. The Cats have made ten bowl appearances since 1995 after none for almost half a century. Before a disappointing 5-7 campaign last year, NU had played in bowl games in five consecutive years, including that triumphant Gator Bowl. That’s a pretty substantial improvement from the good old days, when the Cats lost a record 34 straight games from 1979-82. And although the basketball program hasn’t quite gotten where we hope it will, former coach Bill Carmody elevated NU to respectability, leading the Cats to at least 19 wins per season in four straight seasons, from 2009-10 to 2012-13. Chris Collins took over from Carmody last season. After a promising rebuilding year, NU faithful are cautiously optimistic the NCAA Tournament is right around the corner. While we’re discussing positives, it’s important

3.We’re pretty good at other sports.

lacrosse.

How good? We won seven national titles in eight years from 2005-2012 and have made the Final Four for a decade straight. Coach Kelly Amonte Hiller has established herself as a lacrosse legend, and some of the best players in the sport’s history have passed through Evanston. Only in women’s lacrosse is losing in the national semifinals two years in a row cause for concern.

5. The game-day experience needs some work.

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This goes for football, housed in the old but stable Ryan Field, and basketball, stuck in small, rickety Welsh-Ryan Arena. Neither facility will be mistaken for state-of-the-art, and if you’ve spent time in other Big Ten venues (or even some MAC venues) you won’t be impressed by NU’s. There’s also the issue of attendance. Although the Cats offer free student admission to all sporting events, crowds are often smaller than the diehards (and the athletic department) would like to see. There’s some good news on the game-day experience front though, because…

6. NU is upgrading Ryan Field and Welsh-Ryan Arena in time for the coming seasons.

The athletic department is replacing some of the least impressive video boards you’ve ever seen with new displays.That means fans at football and basketball games might actually (fingers crossed) be able to see stats and watch replays without feeling like they’re staring at a Pac-Man game. In addition, the student section at Ryan Field has re-located, moving across the field to allow students more TV time. Hopefully, these changes bring increases in attendance and more enjoyable experiences for those who do show up. Now before you’re officially certified as a Cats fan, there’s one more thing to discuss…

7. That union thing happened.

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For a minute there, NU was at the forefront of national news, on front pages and sports pages alike. Back in January, the football team — led by former quarterback Kain Colter — voted to hold a union vote, which would allow them to collectively bargain for their rights as University employees. Five days of National Labor Relations Board hearings on their employee status ensued, followed by a surprising March ruling in favor of the players, a lot of arguing and a mysterious union vote in April. Here’s where things stand now: NU has appealed the NLRB’s ruling that players are University employees. Any week now, the board in Washington will either uphold the decision and affirm the players’ employee status or overrule it and return everything to status quo. If the ruling is upheld, results of the union vote will be released. All indications are that the players voted against the union, feeling secure in their current position. If that is indeed the case, the issue of college athletes’ rights will depart from NU, which will nonetheless remain an important precedent. If, against all common assumptions, the players are revealed to have voted in favor of the union, implications will be so far-reaching that we’ll need to do another column on all you need to know as an NU fan. alexanderputterman2016@u.northwestern.edu

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Safety Ibraheim Campbell and linebacker Collin Ellis echoed that ambition when looking forward to the upcoming season. Campbell said he spent the off-season in the film room preparing to address some of the issues on the defensive side. “I have focused on being a student of the game and bringing along guys with me,” he said. Ellis will be moving to inside linebacker this season but seems to be comfortable with the positional change. “My job is to get around a blocker, through a blocker, make the tackle,” Ellis said. “I’ve wanted to be in the mix. It plays to my strengths.” NU will have increased continuity and consistency by returning 18 starters on the offensive and defensive teams in addition to a coaching staff that has been together for four years. Fitzgerald is aware that his coaching staff must prepare the second and third levels of the team in case of injuries. One of the Cats’ key returning players is running back Venric Mark. Mark is looking to get back to top form after an injury-plagued 2013 season. The team will need a well-balanced attack to get through a tough schedule. The key games on the schedule will be the Big Ten opener against Pennsylvania State University, the following week against West Division favorite University of Wisconsin, Homecoming against University of Nebraska and the late season non-conference game against Notre Dame. Fitzgerald and the Cats say they have put the 2013 season and the unionization saga behind them and are focused on the upcoming season. “We have an incredibly hungry and highly motivated team.” Fitzgerald said. “I’m proud of the maturity our guys demonstrated throughout the whole (union) process that we went through this offseason. We’ve been through more since probably January than most, it’s been nothing but a positive and nothing more than unifying in our locker room and throughout our entire football program. “ zacharymoore2016@u.northwestern.edu

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North vs. South

Bridging the campus divide By KELLY GONSALVES

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Contrary to the numerous pamphlets and emails sent to incoming freshmen every summer to emphasize the “One Northwestern” idea, the two geographical ends of Northwestern’s elongated campus are often identified by students and staff alike as very separate entities: North Campus and South Campus. The distinctions of North Campus and South Campus, which are officially divided along Emerson Street, are recognized by the University as a means of assigning staff members throughout campus, “and nothing more,” said Paul Hubinsky, senior assistant director of Residential Services. But because the locations of certain academic buildings and facilities draw certain types of students to each side, many NU community members recognize distinct lifestyles, academic interests, social scenes and even personality types considered unique to each end of campus. Generally speaking, science and engineering majors tend to live on North Campus because of its proximity to Technological Institute, where most of these programs hold classes. Athletes also gravitate north because the sports fields and Henry Crown Sports Pavilion and Aquatic Center are located there. Meanwhile, South Campus typically hosts humanities majors as the journalism, theater, music and radio/TV/film programs’ primary classroom locations are all found on South Campus. But these distinctions aren’t set in stone. “I know that some students intentionally choose to live further from their academic programs so that they can have a more well-rounded experience and interact with other people than those they’re in class with all the time,” Hubinsky said. “But other students feel more comfortable being around people with like interests and similar majors, so then they choose to live close to their academic buildings.” Another important factor is Greek life: North Campus houses the fraternity quads and South Campus is home to the sorority houses. Many students interested in Greek life — either actually joining or just reaping the rewards of living close to where the fraternity parties are held ­— tend to land up north, said rising Weinberg junior James Hu. “North Campus is a lot more social,” said Hu, who has lived on both North and South Campus in the past. “Obviously the Greek scene is concentrated around there, and I feel like that’s where a lot of people get their social outlet at Northwestern.” But Weinberg sophomore Allison Kitain, who lived in Elder Hall as a freshman and will be moving down south to live in her sorority house this year, said the party scene is present at both but merely different. “My party scene was mostly fraternities, whereas (the South Campus) party scene was mostly dorm parties and theater parties and club parties, stuff like that,” Kitain said. In many ways, these differences have grown into a bit of a divide, both Hu and Kitain said. Hu attributed the separation to tensions caused by Greek life. Because some southerners may choose not to go Greek, some northerners may view them negatively, he said. Hu said South Campus residents, on the other hand, “are just very happy with who they are, and they’re not bothered by things like that.” Kitain said the effects of the divide fade as students get older and spread out around campus more. “It depends on the year, to be honest,” Kitain said. “The older you are, the more unified the divide becomes, whereas the younger you are, the more distinct it becomes.” Hubinsky said the Division of Student Affairs and other university bodies work to bridge the gap by providing programming aimed at promoting more interaction across buildings and across the line dividing the north and south. Some of these such efforts include Residential Services’ Academic Initiatives program and NU Nights. “I think it’s easy for students to fall into a small social circle or a group of friends who have similar interests and similar academic or career plans,” Hubinsky said. “Our hope is that we can have students diversify their thoughts and diversify their experience by interacting with other students who have a different point of view.” kellygonsalves@u.northwestern.edu

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Coming to college as a freshman leaves most of us with many concerns, worries and tasks. One of the important issues to address is drugs and alcohol. Whether you have used either in the past, both are likely prohibited to you as an underage freshman. Evanston, Illinois, and the University have policies you should be aware of, along with penalties you could face with each offense.

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Using false identification to acquire alcohol will result in a fine between $500 and $1000. Anyone carrying an open container of alcohol in a public place will face a fine between $500 and $1000. It is against Evanston law for people over 21 to allow a gathering where minors have Under Illinois access to alcohol. Such law, using false an occurrence could in a fine between identification result $500 and $1000.

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fine and jailing for a year or less. Underage possession of alcohol in public places could result in a $2500 fine and jailing for a year or less. Knowingly giving alcohol to underage individuals could result in a fine of at least $500 and jailing for a year or less.

Transporting alcohol in vehicle passenger areas could result in a charge for every person in the vehicle. If you are driving, you face a 12-month driving suspension for the first offense and loss of driving privileges, including vehicle registration, for the secStudents ond offense. who call the Driving underage police to while under the influence can result in a loss assist others of driving privileges in drug- or and potential fines and jailing. alcohol-related On Jan. 1, Illinois emergencies began a pilot program to address medical usually face no cannabis. Until full penalites. implementation of the program and the issuing of licenses, the state will not legalize medical cannabis. Some legislation involving lessening penalties for carrying small amounts of cannabis is being brought forth in the Illinois General Assembly. One such measure is looking to create a task force to address legislation concerning taxes and regulation of marijuana.

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The University can contact your parents if you are in violation of any of the above laws as an underage individual. Getting on disciplinary probation for alcohol or drug violations can lead to a loss of study abroad opportunities. Varsity athletes must also adhere to NCAA rules and regulations. Students who call the police to assist others in drug or alcohol-related emergencies usually face no penalties. baileywilliams2017@u.northwestern.edu

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Philosophy Prof. Peter Ludlow is suing Northwestern and top University officials for defamation, gender discrimination and invasion of privacy. The University acted “with malice and with reckless indifference” toward Ludlow’s rights under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, according to the suit. In addition to his allegations against NU, Ludlow denies reports that he had non-consensual sex with a philosophy graduate student while they were in a relationship. Ludlow is raising his concerns in the wake of a different Title IX lawsuit filed in February against the University by a rising Medill senior. The Medill student alleges that NU acted with “deliberate indifference and retaliation” after she reported that Ludlow sexually assaulted her in 2012. The student’s report spurred an internal investigation that found Ludlow in violation of NU’s sexual misconduct policy. Ludlow called this investigation “flawed and one-sided” and has denied the student’s allegations. Ludlow’s suit reveals that the University also investigated Ludlow after a philosophy graduate student lodged a complaint in March that Ludlow had nonconsensual sex with her. The pair had “a consensual romantic relationship” from about October 2011 to January 2012, according to Ludlow’s suit. He is alleging that the graduate student, along with philosophy Prof. Jennifer Lackey and director of NU’s Sexual Harassment Prevention Office Joan Slavin, who are also named in the suit, defamed him in statements they made during a third-party investigation into the student’s allegations. In addition to complaints related to Bobb’s investigation, Ludlow is alleging that NU, Schapiro and University spokesman Al Cubbage mischaracterized his employment status in March after Ludlow’s Winter Quarter classes were cut short and his Spring Quarter class canceled. Ludlow is seeking damages for “emotional distress, humiliation, embarrassment and future lost income and benefits,” as well as damage to his reputation. sophiabollag@u.northwestern.edu

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Greek life on campus By OLIVIA EXSTRUM

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As a Northwestern student, Greek life will most likely be a part of your life in some way. With about 40 percent of students participating in fraternities and sororities, your friends, classmates and maybe even you will decide to “go Greek.” But what exactly does that mean? As a freshman, navigating classes, extracurriculars and a social life, not to mention getting used to living away from home, can leave you exhausted and overwhelmed. When you throw in Greek life, with its countless acronyms, rules and rituals, the prospect of recruitment can become stressful. Here’s a guide for what to expect if you decide to go Greek at NU. Our campus is home to four different Greek councils and associations. Each fraternity and sorority at NU belongs to one of the four groups: the Interfraternity Council, the Multicultural Greek Council, the National PanHellenic Council and the Panhellenic Association. The councils are overseen by the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life. Each council has its own unique purpose and place on campus, so it’s important to know the differences between them to choose the right one for you.

Interfraternity Council

According to the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life website, IFC is comprised of more than a dozen fraternities. IFC recruitment occurs in the first few weeks of January, during which fraternities can offer bids to prospective new members. In addition to several activities during Recruitment Week, including dinners, game nights and sporting events, fraternities also host more casual events, like Sunday night dinners, during Fall Quarter for interested students.

Multicultural Greek Council

This council includes both fraternities and sororities. Each of the fraternities and sororities possesses some kind cultural affiliation, and the MGC does not have a formal recruitment process. According to the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life website, each chapter within the council has its own unique recruitment process that welcomes new members throughout the academic year, when prospective new members can also attend various events and activities hosted by MGC.

National Pan-Hellenic Council

The NPHC consists of several historically African-American fraternities and sororities. Similar to the MGC, the NPHC does not host a formal intake process (the council’s name for its recruitment process). Instead, the council’s chapters hosts programs and events and take new members throughout the year.

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Riccardo Muti told the Northwestern graduating class of 2014 that the world needs to learn to communicate, emphasizing that with all of the different methods of communication available today, “people still don’t seem to understand each other.” With a focus on the importance of dialogue, Muti, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra music director, gave the commencement address June 20 at NU’s 156th annual commencement ceremony. About 13,000 people gathered on Ryan Field for the ceremony and about 4,500 undergraduate and graduate students, according to the University. Muti discussed how he chose his path of becoming a musician, noting in addition to studying in a conservatory, he studied philosophy. He said as dialogue disappears in an increasingly developed world, music remains a method of communication that transcends boundaries. “Music is not something that belongs only to the elite, because it is one of the few things that can bring this terrible world together,” he said. Muti said more than 20 years ago he had an idea to do a “concert for friendship.” He wanted to travel to troubled cities, bringing music. “Music speaks to the heart of people,” he said. “It doesn’t know the differences between peoples. There

is no need to show a passport to join an orchestra or to experience music.” Throughout his speech, he emphasized the importance of music and communication. He told attendees about the impact music can have on individual lives and about its power as a nearly universal language. “I know that music has the ability to bring people together,” he said. “Each of you, no matter what your expertise, has the same ability to bring people together.” Muti concluded his speech by asking that attendees make their voice heard in a world progressing toward a lack of dialogue and what he called a broken form of English. “Each of you will have a personal experience that is unique that will enable you to express your voice in a world where only dialogue is the hope of the future,” he said. During the ceremony, five people — including Muti and singer and songwriter Stevie Wonder — were awarded honorary degrees in recognition of their accomplishments. After the conferring of doctoral degrees, graduating senior Colette Ghunim spoke to attendees about her studies abroad and the many opportunities NU gave her during her time as a student. She said after studying abroad in Cairo, Egypt, she had experiences she would take with her for the rest of her life and that shaped the course of her NU career.

Ghunim concluded her speech, saying that upon graduation, the class of 2014 will be granted a VISA that never expires and has the potential to take them to unexplored terrains. She said although the future remains unclear, the skills and experiences gained at NU will give them the tools they need to succeed. “We may not know exactly where our paths are leading, but if we follow what makes our hearts beat faster, what makes us feel so alive, only then do we discover a purpose that is greater beyond ourselves,” she said.

At the end of the ceremony, University president Morton Schapiro conferred the graduate and undergraduate degrees. Muti left attendees with the message of the importance of dialogue and of expressing oneself. “Go back and communicate. To say I love you is not enough. You have to express your feelings, your love,” he said. “The breakdown of language is the breakdown of dialogue.” rebeccasavransky2015@u.northwestern.edu

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Mihirtej Boddupalli was never one to miss an opportunity to do good. In high school, Boddupalli, known as Mihir to friends and family, decided to challenge the school’s track coach Tim Brown to a one-mile race. The competition was dubbed “Brown v. Boddupalli.” The stakes were set: $1. News of the competition quickly spread around the campus. Soon, much of the student body planned to attend. Once Boddupalli discovered a large turnout was expected, he capitalized on the popularity of the event. Boddupalli found a way to make a spontaneous contest — which stemmed from what his brother called either overconfidence or boredom — into a meaningful fundraiser. This event exemplified Mihir Boddupalli’s true nature, his brother Dhruv Boddupalli wrote in an email to The Daily. “This is just one story among many with which we remember Mihir for who he was — an individual who wielded a combination of charm, wit, and irreverence to, surprisingly, care deeply about others,” Dhruv Boddupalli wrote. Rising senior Mihir Boddupalli, 21, was an industrial engineering major in the McCormick School of Engineering and Applied Science. He drowned the morning of July 19 when a car he was traveling in crashed into a water-filled quarry in Naperville. At NU, Boddupalli was a member of Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity and manager at Campus Solutions. Pike president Calvin Dorsey said the entire fraternity is grieving from the loss of Boddupalli. “Whether it be through playful banter or emotional support, he always tried to make brothers laugh, and for that effort alone, we are eternally grateful,” the rising Weinberg junior wrote in a statement. Boddupalli also served in the summer of 2012 as a fellow at The Medill Justice Project, an investigative journalism program that examines potentially wrongful convictions.

Medill Prof. Alec Klein, director of The Medill Justice Project, said he hired Boddupalli because of his engineering background. The team wanted to “crosspollinate” talents to create a national shaken-baby syndrome database. The public database contains more than 3,000 shaken-baby syndrome cases from across the country. “In some ways he lives on through the work that he’s done with us,” Klein said. A memorial was set up near the quarry where the fatal crash took place. Michael Szot, a rising McCormick senior, was driving the car at the time of the crash with a BAC above the legal limit and has been charged in connection with their deaths, police said. In Boddupalli’s memory, his family started a fundraising campaign for St. Baldrick’s Foundation, which supports childhood cancer research. Boddupalli’s friends remembered him in different ways. Many shared personal memories and anecdotes through Facebook statuses and photos. Adam Bevel, a DePaul University student who attended high school with Boddupalli, recounted memories of his friend in a post on his blog. He wrote that Boddupalli influenced the person he is today through his constant wit, humor and concern for his friends and everyone around him. When Bevel was struggling after his girlfriend broke up with him, he said Boddupalli stopped him from becoming depressed. Bevel thought he would have to attend the upcoming high school dance alone, but Boddupalli asked Bevel to be his date. Bevel said the night, complete with photos, dinner and dancing, was his best high school dance experience. Bevel wrote that although Boddupalli’s softer, more tender side was rarely seen by those around him, Bevel had the privilege of experiencing it firsthand. “Mihir will leave (too) large a hole in all our lives to not do our best to fill it with the best of his spirit,” he wrote. “I love you Mihir. I’m not ready to say goodbye.” pl@u.northwestern.edu tylerpager2017@u.northwestern.edu rebeccasavransky2015@u.northwestern.edu

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As you will learn when you attempt to navigate campus in your first weeks here, Northwestern has some pretty confusingly named buildings. With two Swifts, two Searles, a CCI, a CRC, an Andersen and an Anderson, students are often puzzled as to which buildings house what. Here’s a guide to clear up your confusion.

Annie May Swift Hall

1920 Campus Drive Not to be confused with Swift Hall, Annie May Swift Hall is a South Campus academic building housing classrooms, some School of Communication offices and a film library. Many Communication classes are held in this building, which is named after a Northwestern student who died of typhoid fever.

Swift Hall

2029 Sheridan Road Swift Hall is not a nickname for Annie May Swift Hall, as you may have assumed. It is a completely separate building. Located mid-campus, this building houses the Cognitive Science Program; the Program in Brain, Behavior and Cognition; and the Psychology Department.

Searle Hall

633 Emerson St. If you are sick, head to Searle Hall, which houses the Health Service. The Center for Awareness, Response and Education, better known as CARE, and Counseling and Psychological Services, better known as CAPS, are also located in this building.

Frances Searle Building

2240 Campus Drive One of NU’s many confusingly christened structures, the Frances Searle Building should not be mistaken for Searle Hall, which houses the Health Service. This North Campus building incorporates offices for the School of Communication.

McCormick Tribune Center

1870 Campus Drive Although the name implies otherwise, the McCormick Tribune Center is not a McCormick School of Engineering building. MTC or “McTrib,” as it is known, houses mostly journalism classes and Medill faculty offices. Medill’s broadcast studio is located on the top floor.

Communications Residential College (CRC)

1855 Sheridan Road Don’t confuse CRC with its mirror image, ISRC, or the similarly named CCI. This South Campus dorm is home to one of the most active residential colleges on campus.

International Studies Residential College (ISRC)

1861 Sheridan Road Often mistaken for its mirror image, CRC, ISRC is also home to a residential college. Located on South Campus, ISRC was founded on the ideal of creating a global perspective through language.

Ayers College of Commerce and Industry (CCI)

2324 Campus Dr. CCI may have a similar name to CRC, but the North Campus residential college tends to be home to more STEM-focused residents. CCI is named in honor of Thomas G. Ayers, former president of the Northwestern Board of Trustees.

Arthur Andersen Hall

2003 Sheridan Road Although Arthur Andersen Hall may sound similar to Harold Anderson Hall, the two buildings are far from each other. Arthur Andersen Hall is located in the middle of campus and is connected to Leverone Hall.

Harold Anderson Hall

2701 Ashland Ave. Unlike Arthur Anderson Hall, Harold Anderson Hall is located north of campus near Ryan Field. It is the central location of the athletic department. sophiabollag@u.northwestern.edu

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Familiarize yourself with campus resources By TYLER PAGER

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2014 Meet other Jewish students at Nu Hillel’s Pre-Orientation Program before Wildcat welcome Week starts! Sunday, September 14 at 3:00 pm through Monday, September 15 at 9:00 am

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If there’s one thing Northwestern students are bad at, it’s asking for help. In the midst of classes, extracurricular activities and social events, NU students’ personal health­ — both physical and emotional — can be thrown by the wayside. However, the University provides a wide range of services to support students in the best way it can. Below are some of the resources available to students.

Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)

633 Emerson St. 847-491-2151 CAPS provides mental health support to NU students in the form of individual and group counseling sessions, workshops and outreach programs. Students are encouraged to seek help from CAPS staff for a variety of reasons including stress related to academics, relationships, body image and depression. All counseling services at CAPS are confidential. CAPS offers fulltime students up to 12 free therapy sessions throughout their time at NU. After the dozen free sessions, CAPS refers students to outside resources.

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633 Emerson St. 847-491-2054 CARE is NU’s primary sexual health and sexual violence resource. The CARE staff helps students report sexual violence, provides information about sexual health and offers counseling services. CARE also helps survivors of sexual violence with services such as changing a student’s class

schedule or housing assignment.

Multicultural Student Affairs (MSA)

1936 Sheridan Road 847-467-6200 MSA is comprised of four departments aimed at serving underrepresented populations at NU: African American Student Affairs, Asian/Asian American Student Affairs, Hispanic/Latino Student Affairs and the LGBT Resource Center. Each department has its own staff and hosts a variety of programming and community groups.

Health Service

633 Emerson St. 847-491-8100 The University’s main health service is located in Searle Hall. Students can schedule appointments with doctors online or over the phone. Searle also houses a pharmacy, which allows students to pick up prescriptions on campus.

Women’s Center

2000 Sheridan Road 847-491-7360 The Women’s Center works to improve gender equality on campus. Throughout the year, the center offers free individual and group counseling sessions and coordinates events for all community members, regardless of gender.

Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD)

2122 Sheridan Road 847-467-5530 SSD coordinates accommodations and services for students with learning disabilities. In order to receive academic or programmatic accommodations, a student must meet with a member of the SSD staff. tylerpager2017@u.northwestern.edu

NU Student Health Insurance For New Entering and Returning Students It is a requirement that new entering Full Time students must complete the online Coverage Selection Form (CSF). The deadline to complete this form is October 1, 2014. Sign into your CAESAR Account, using your Net Id and password. Go to “Quick Links” and click on “Health Coverage Plan.” Follow the instructions to complete the online CSF. A confirmation e-mail will be sent to you after submission of the form. Failure to comply will result in automatic enrollment into the sponsored Plan, and a charge of $3,449.00 will be placed onto your active Student Account. International Students are not required to complete this form, as automatic enrollment into the Aetna Plan is a University requirement. Returning students, if you wish to keep your selection from last Academic Year, you do not need to complete the CSF. If you wish to change your selection from last Academic Year and have been billed the Annual Premium for the Academic Year 2014-2015, complete a hard copy of the CSF and submit with proof of other insurance coverage to either of the Student Insurance Office locations.

For further information contact the Student Insurance Office: Evanston Campus – (847) 491-2113 633 Emerson, Student Health Chicago Campus – (312) 503-1242 357 E. Chicago Ave., Room 131 E-mail: student.insurance@northwestern.edu.

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6 colleges, 1 Northwestern: get to know your school Medill: As a Medill student, you will have moments when you can’t believe how amazing your school is — and moments when you just can’t. When your professors casually discuss their experiences working for The New York Times or PBS NewsHour, your inner fangirl will swoon. When you almost get frostbite shooting b-roll in the snow, you’ll be too cold to feel anything. But once you thaw, you will be angry. The Medill School of Journalism, Media, Integrated Marketing Communications attempts to propel its students into the real world of journalism, where editors have no patience for AP Style mistakes or sources who don’t return your calls. But I promise you it’s worth it. Although stressful, your Medill reporting labs will be your most rewarding classes at Northwestern. You’ll have opportunities to work for professional news outlets all over the country and the world through programs like Journalism Residency and Medill on the Hill. And, if you play your cards right, the huge network of alumni known as the Medill Mafia will help you get a job. Check your facts, make your deadlines and you will be fine. —Sophia Bollag

McCormick: McCormick puts the “nerd” in Nerdwestern, but that’s not to say your entire career as an engineering student will be spent toiling away in the dark underbelly of Tech. Students in the McCormick School of Engineering and Applied Sciences are incredibly bright and creative, a fact you will soon discover for yourself in your first-year Design Thinking & Communication class. You’ll start off awed at what your predecessors designed and then be amazed at your own work a

mere 10 weeks later. Hands-on experience is the focus of a McCormick education, and it fosters an innovative environment where the person who helps with your Engineering Analysis codes may become your business partner. As NU’s second-largest school, McCormick also has its fingerprints all over student life. Engineers write for the newspaper, work on theater productions, take active roles in student government, etc. It isn’t all math and science. Get creative and design the perfect Northwestern experience. —Bobby Pillote

SESP: Congratulations. You joined what is

known as the hidden gem of Northwestern, the School of Education and Social Policy. SESP features a candy jar stocked with good candy in the morning and leftovers in the afternoon, and has incredible teachers who, when I learn their list of accomplishments, tends to blow me away. I love that most of the teachers have actually practiced what they are teaching and they encourage students to get internships and use them as resources. SESP is also the smallest school and because of that, you are almost guaranteed to walk into a class and know someone. It also means your classes are more interactive and engaging. I have loved my experience in SESP, but that doesn’t mean it doesn’t have its flaws. I have thought about switching out to a more “practical” major. I have been forced to choose a major rather than be undecided within SESP, and I have had to read and write more than I enjoy. But it is worth it. SESP has one of the richest communities, full of people who want to make a difference and are striving to find how they best can. It has the classes I look forward to taking and the people who make learning fun. —Shoshi Shapiro

School of Communication: Being a

student in the School of Communication is a lot like reading classic literature: The deeper you get into it, the better it gets. The School of Communication is all about strengthening you elocution and learning how to channel it into whatever form of expression you prefer. Believe me, there are many, and the school wants you to get introduced to as many of them as possible. One of Communication’s greatest strengths is its focus on interdisciplinary education, and that’s what separates it from many other trade or conservatory schools. No matter what avenue of communication you choose to explore, you can be sure of three things: 1) Your academic advisor and teachers will take you out to lunch. 2) You will meet and interact with incredible alumni. 3) You will be asked to help someone’s theatre or film project (and will obviously accept). It’s difficult, and there will deep existential questions burning inside you in the middle of your three hour lecture where you question your life and lunch choices. But don’t despair, because you got in here for a reason. All you have to do is show them why. —Isaac Sims

Bienen School of Music: Bienen is a unique experience within Northwestern. You have to take distribution requirements that often seem unnecessary, and often are. Depending on what kind of student you want to be, you can take these seriously and possibly build up to another major, or take the other route with easy classes. Some feel that it’s better to have more energy to

put into music. Everyone has a different view on this issue, so do what you want to. Distribution requirements aside, as a musician, the curriculum you’re exposed to will be centered around that. Again, some people like music theory more than others. However, if you’re one of those who doesn’t care about it, be careful. It’s really easy to get behind and have to do extra work just to pass. Don’t be one of the people who gets held back from theory or aural skills. It’s a huge mistake and a major drag. In summary, do what you want. There are plenty of ways to succeed in Bienen. You’ll figure it out. —Joe Dubas

Weinberg: As Northwestern’s biggest college,

Weinberg also happens to be the least preprofessional, in a sense. It is home to majors that might prompt your family to question their practicality (“So what do you do with an American Studies degree?”). Many Weinberg classes you take will have no obvious correlation to your future career. And that’s completely fine. There is no special trick to Weinberg. The courses of study are so varied and diverse that for me to attempt to dispense knowledge would be ineffective. But I will say this: Take classes you enjoy taking and that will challenge your assumptions. Take classes in subjects about which you know nothing and in which you’re intimidated to participate. Enroll in seminars that force you to actively listen. Become comfortable with having your ideas challenged, and learn to amend and defend them when necessary. Also, read the CTECs. I’ve found them very helpful. —Ciara McCarthy

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For a change of scenery, get your caffeine fix off campus By Christine Farolan

daily senior staffer @crfarolan

Venture outside Norbucks to sample the variety of destinations Evanston offers for the caffeine disciple.

Kafein Coffee: Known for lattes and mochas in a range of unique flavors, served in mugs as big as your face. Need a serious jolt? Order a Zombie: three espresso shots in a glorious concoction of coffee, milk and whipped cream. Food: Killer milkshakes. Also, the array of sandwiches, salads, soups and desserts means you’ll have plenty of fuel for study sessions and lunch dates. Vibe: With cozy couches and eclectic art, Kafein is warm and inviting. That also means it can be

crowded, especially at night. Some of the menu items are a little bizarre (you’ll see), and the waiters are down to joke around. There’s also an open mic event each Monday at 7 p.m. This atmosphere, along with the late-night hours, availability of outlets and solid Wifi make this my personal favorite.

Coffee Lab Coffee: For the connoisseur — delicious pourover coffee and espresso drinks made with Intelligentsia beans. Coffee Lab actually does have a laboratory theme, serving drinks in plain white mugs with any excess presented in a glass beaker. Teas are also offered. Food: They have gelato! And muffins, scones and cookies from Great Harvest Bread Co., a chain of heavenly bakeries. Vibe: This is a good study spot if you like a quieter environment or live up north. The baristas are very laidback, helpful people. Good Wifi

and seating at a counter, tables and one random comfy red armchair.

Unicorn Cafe Coffee: Besides the typical options, Unicorn Cafe also has French press coffee, which comes in a cool little personal press. I enjoy their dirty chai (chai tea latte with an espresso shot); it’s not too sweet. Their signature drink, the Unicorn, is a vanilla milkshake with espresso, caramel and whipped cream. Food: All of their bagels, cookies and pastries are made fresh daily, and they’ll tell you before serving you something that’s a day old. Soup and sandwiches are available as well. Vibe: Between the yellow walls, colorful art and that one smiley barista, Unicorn is a happy place. Busy, but never stressful. Reliable Wifi, a few outlet strips and occasionally an elderly dude carving wood at the outdoor tables. Caveat: The indoor tables are only big enough

for my laptop and drink.

Other Brother Coffeehouse Coffee: Hot and iced coffee and espresso drinks are available. The drip coffee has a unique taste, which I like, and the mocha is rich without being overpowering. Food: A small selection of both sweet and savory, including salads, soups, and cookies. Vibe: Other Brother has a clean, industrial feel (counter seating only, wood and exposed pipes) accented by a single string of Christmas lights and a few local art pieces. The baristas are personable and feel genuine in their conversation. It’s an uncluttered, refreshing spot. christinefarolan2017@u. northwestern.edu

Go on an adventure: Discover Evanston’s hidden treasures Demi’s food is fantastic and the atmosphere is cozy with a family vibe. It’s a great place to take the parents if they come to visit, (or maybe to go on a first date?).

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daily senior staffer @lydiaramsey125

In your first few weeks at Northwestern, you’ll inevitably have some time to explore Evanston. There are so many places to see, shop and eat that you can probably go all year without going to the same place twice (I haven’t tested this theory, but it could be a fun challenge). While exploring the city, be sure to take some time to check out some of the hidden gems Evanston has to offer.

1. Trattoria Demi

Located next to Edzo’s Burger Shop, the Italian restaurant often takes a back seat to the popular burger joint. But don’t be fooled — Trattoria mamammamjfjjfjfjfjf jajajajajaja

2. The lakefront south of campus

It’s easy to get sucked into the busy life on campus and drawn to the wonderful sites of Lake Michigan from the Lakefill. But, if beaches are more your thing, be sure to check out the lakefront just south of campus. There’s about a mile of walking path that takes you past some playgrounds, picnic areas and other fun activities in addition to the beaches. I highly recommend going for a run or a bike ride while the weather is still nice.

3. Peckish Pig

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but don’t feel like going all the way into the city, the Peckish Pig, a recently opened restaurant located at 623 Howard St. serves as a delicious compromise. The restaurant/brewery is located on the Evanston side of the border with Chicago, just a block or so from the Chicago Transit Authority station. The atmosphere is great with trendy Mason jars and comfy couches in lieu of dining booths. Pro tip: The restaurant makes a great weekend brunch spot if you feel like experimenting with options other than the ones in downtown Evanston.

4. Century 12 Evanston theater

You may think you’ll be too busy at school to go see a movie. And you probably are. But it’s nice to know that Century 12 Evanston, 1715

Maple Ave., offers discounted tickets on Tuesdays for only $5.75 per ticket. If you’re procrastinating on that paper by watching some Netflix, I suggest taking the time to get the full theater experience for much less than the weekend price.

5. Thee Fish Bowl

Dempster Street might seem far, but if you’re really missing your furry best friend back at home, Thee Fish Bowl, located at 600 Dempster St., is a perfect way to get your pet fix while you’re at school. The family-owned pet store has a wide variety of animals including a giant tortoise and a huge rabbit — permanent store residents — along with some seriously cute cats. lydiaramsey2015@u.northwestern.edu

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New eateries to open downtown By ALLY MUTNICK

daily senior staffer @allymutnick

Downtown Evanston has all the benefits of a major suburban city, but its stores and restaurants are often in flux. Here’s a look at what you’re getting here just in time to enjoy.

Culver’s

The “ButterBurger” chain is in talks with the city about opening up an Evanston location, according to city manager Wally Bobkiewicz. But don’t get too excited. The shop would be near the strip mall on Howard Street, by the EvanstonChicago border about four miles from Northwestern’s campus. But the frozen custard might make it worth the trek.

Blaze Pizza

Owner Adam Cummis has applied for a permit to bring the pizza franchise to Evanston. Diners at Blaze Pizza can customize their own pizza at this Chipotle-style restaurant. The website claims a “dedicated pizzasmith” has your meal cooked and ready to eat in three minutes.

Boltwood

Located by the Davis El stop, the new farm-totable restaurant opened in June. The owners are Evanston veterans, so the namesake is Henry Leonidas Boltwood, the first principal of Evanston Township High School. The menu boasts a considerable seafood selection from oysters and grilled octopus to loup de mer.

Patisserie Coralie

The owner of popular Evanston restaurants Creperie St. Germain, 1512 Sherman Ave., and Bistro Bourdeaux, 618 Church St., plans to open a new pastry shop in Downtown Evanston. The new shop will replace the quiet coffee shop, Cafe Mozart, at the intersection of Davis Street and Chicago Avenue. allymutnick2015@u.northwestern.edu

Explore Chicago Beyond Michigan Ave. By CHRISTINE FAROLAN

daily senior staffer @crfarolan

Everyone needs to do the tourist thing — Michigan Avenue, Millenium Park, the “Willis” Tower Skydeck and so on. But when you’re ready, the city’s diverse neighborhoods will show you a good time. Scan this list and get moving.

Food

Authentic ethnic food abounds in Chicago. A fraction of the mouthwatering options are listed below. • Chinese - Head to Chinatown for good Chinese food and dim sum. • Greek, Mediterranean - For the best Greek and Mediterranean food in Chicago, check out Greektown, by the Near West Side and the University of Illinois at Chicago. • Indian - Devon Avenue in West Rogers Park, which is close to the Chicago-Evanston border, has a wide selection of Indian restaurants and food stores. • Italian - You can find good Italian food in various Chicago neighborhoods, but University Village has several well-rated restaurants. • Mexican - For good Mexican cuisine, head to Pilsen. • Vietnamese - West Argyle Street in Uptown has some of the best Vietnamese restaurants in the city.

Shopping

The entire city is full of good shopping spots, but making certain stops along the Brown Line guarantees a range of options. Belmont in Lakeview, which is also on the Red Line and on the Purple Line Express, is known for its thrift shops.

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The Southport and Armitage stops have good boutiques in addition to thrift stores. For continued variety, the Paulina Brown Line stop in Roscoe Village offers thrifting, smaller specialty shops and good eats. If you’re looking to explore a random neighborhood, try Wicker Park, accessible from the Blue Line’s Division, Damen or Western stops. It offers a collection of quirky stores and eateries with a young, energetic atmosphere at any time of the day or night.

Music

Year-round, venues like the Riviera Theatre and the Vic Theatre host the waves of musical acts that come to Chicago. Aragon Ballroom is my personal favorite, due to the unique murals that stretch across its ceiling. The House of Blues is great for people who like a smaller, more intimate spaces. Festivals happen each season, too. The chaotic, electric Lollapalooza and the smaller, chilled-out

Pitchfork take place in late summer. Riot Fest, for punk and alternative fans, is in September. EDM fans celebrate the end of the school year at Spring Awakening. If you are around over the summer, there are free concerts in Grant Park each week.

Comedy

Chicago is known for its stand-up, sketch comedy and improv, most notably via The Second City comedy club. Stars like Tina Fey and Amy Poehler got their start at Second City before going on to shows like Saturday Night Live, and the same is true for Northwestern alumnus Stephen Colbert. Second City comedians also perform at UP Comedy Club, with equally entertaining shows. Additionally, you can find a smattering of smaller comedy clubs in Wrigleyville, where newer comedians hone their craft. christinefarolan2017@u.northwestern.edu

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