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Connections for the Homeless symbolically broke ground Wednesday on renovations to reopen Hilda’s Place as an overnight shelter in the basement of Lake Street Church. Across Evanston and northern Cook County, Connections provides short-term and permanent housing programs along with drop-in services and rental assistance to households facing eviction. The nonprofit does not cu...

Northwestern has over 450 registered student organizations. From club sports to performance-based clubs, affinity groups to business-focused organizations, there is truly something for everyone! ’Cats on Campus is NU’s student organization directory. The platform features an event calendar showing when different club activities are happening every week. ’Cats on Campus can be...

Evanston’s local faves are faves for a reason. Colectivo Coffee, Mensch’s Deli, Frida’s — they’re all certainly Northwestern staples, especially popular among students. But Evanston is a big place, far bigger than the five to 10 blocks surrounding campus.  If you’re looking to get to know the city better and visit some great spots across...

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When people say they’re “going into the city” at Northwestern, they usually mean Chicago. But exploring the city of Evanston is equally worth your time. All ten of the city’s business districts are easily accessible to students by foot or by train, and each one boasts shops and restaurants that are perfect for a snack,...

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With nearly 100 identity-based student organizations on campus — ranging from performance groups and pre-professional organizations to faith and social communities — there’s a place for everyone at Northwestern.  Social and cultural Many identity-based organizations on campus provide spaces for students of various racial and ethnic identities to come together.  Some groups fo...