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Alumni and Students
Student Anthony Tam named Goldwater Scholar
As an elementary school student, Anthony Tam loved to play with Legos and put small things together, which naturally led him to his love for the molecular world. In high school, he participated in the U.S. Chemistry Olympiad and the …
Judith Olson ’65 to receive honorary Doctor of Science during commencement
Northwestern alum Judith Olson ’65 will receive an honorary Doctor of Science from Northwestern University during this year’s commencement on June 13.
Olson, the Donald Bren Professor of Information and Computer Sciences Emerita in the department of informatics at the …
Eva Jefferson Paterson ’71 to receive honorary Doctor of Laws during commencement
Eva Jefferson Paterson ’71 will receive an honorary Doctor of Laws from Northwestern University during this year’s commencement on June 13. Paterson graduated from Northwestern with a B.A. in political science and was elected the first African American student body …
Alumni Spotlight Q&A: Meet Gina Lawrence ’08
Gina Lawrence graduated from Northwestern University in 2008, studying African American Studies and Psychology. A Harvard Law School graduate, Lawrence now serves as Associate General Counsel of the Noble Network of Charter Schools, combining her passion for law and community.…
A Golden Anniversary: Northwestern University’s Department of African American Studies celebrates 50 years of scholarship, teaching, and service
It’s an especially golden anniversary for Northwestern University’s Department of African American Studies.
Celebrating its 50th year in 2022, the Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences-housed department has grown into one of the nation’s premier academic homes for the study …
Alumni Spotlight Q&A: Meet Folayemi Agbede ’09
Folayemi Agbede graduated from Northwestern in 2009, studying African-American Studies. She has since earned her Master’s of Arts in International Development at American University and held multiple positions in the public sector – including at the Center for American …
Alumni Spotlight Q&A: Meet Kumasi Vines ’00
Kumasi Vines graduated from Northwestern in 2000, studying African-American Studies and economics. From government administration, to K-12 education, to founding his own construction firm, Vines has accomplished much since his time at Northwestern.
What inspired you to pursue a …
Alumni Spotlight Q&A: Meet Kelle Hutchinson ’96
Kelle Hutchinson graduated in 1996 from Northwestern’s African American Studies Department. She now serves as Director of the Foundation Program Unit at Gulf University for Science and Technology in Kuwait City. Hutchinson attributes her career success, and the many …
Kevin Nigarura ’16 discusses the importance of reflective breaks for mental health
In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month this May, Northwestern Alumni Association is highlighting alumni who share stories, helpful perspectives, and resources related to mental health and wellness. Kevin Nigarura ’16 gave a lecture on his personal struggles with mental …