Thursday’s announcement of Northwestern President Michael Schill’s resignation came as a surprise to much of the NU community, with reactions ranging from shock and sadness to satisfaction. – Reported by @sashadm.bsky.social and Nineth Kanieski Koso

After University President Michael Schill’s Thursday resignation, lawmakers were quick to respond. Here’s what they had to say: — Reported by @sashadm.bsky.social and Audrey Pachuta

Northwestern faculty members and students attended rallies and panels across campus for the Day of Action for Higher Education. – Reported by @sashadm.bsky.social and Ridhima Kodali

Northwestern’s chapter of the American Association of University Professors will bring 10 resolutions on academic freedom to the Faculty Assembly on April 21. – Reported by @sashadm.bsky.social

In response to NU’s new mandatory anti-bias training, Jewish Voice for Peace hosted two speakers for its own workshop on combating antisemitism. – Reported by @sashadm.bsky.social

NU Votes hosted former Evanston Ald. Cicely Fleming (9th) on Tuesday to talk about Evanston city government and current issues. – Reported by @sashadm.bsky.social

Northwestern sent out regular decision letters for the Class of 2029 last week, putting the total admit rate at just over 7%, down from 7.6% last year. – Reported by @sashadm.bsky.social

I was at a committee hearing yesterday expecting an uneventful meeting on State Department oversight. Instead, it became a striking display of partisan polarization as the hearing erupted over Republican Chairman Keith Self’s misgendering of transgender Rep. Sarah McBride. Read the story ⬇️

Photo story for Medill News Service 📸 “Science is part of the American story. If the United States is to lead the world, science cannot be suppressed,” Bill Nye (the Science Guy) told protesters at Friday’s March for Science in Washington, D.C.

My latest story for Medill News Service: As European leaders hurried to Washington this week to steady transatlantic relations, even smiles and protracted handshakes could not hide disagreements over Ukraine and trade. ⬇️

My latest story is out now in Medill News Service partner outlet @thefulcrum-us.bsky.social: The Trump administration's threatening statements towards allies are undermining trust in NATO at a critical moment in the alliance’s history. What does it mean for NATO’s future? ⬇️

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