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David Rapp

David Rapp on Why Misinformation Sticks

November 21, 2025

After we take in information — whether true or not — it’s nearly impossible to avoid using it, Northwestern University psychologist David Rapp explained during the “Science of Reading: The Podcast.”

Dominique Duval-Diop

Duval-Diop Joins New Master’s Program

November 18, 2025

Dominique Duval-Diop has joined the faculty for the School of Education and Social Policy's Master’s in Technology, People, and Policy program at Northwestern.

Guatam Bisht

Study: Moving Between Languages Improves Learning

October 30, 2025

A new Northwestern University study shows that students who write in multiple languages can challenge English-centered norms in higher education and highlight often overlooked ways of learning.

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Alexandra Solomon

Partnering Up

Spring 2025

Long before the internet turned romantic relationships into a maze of swipes, curated profiles, and status updates, SESP launched a groundbreaking course called Building Loving and Lasting Relationships: Marriage 101.

Social Policy

Social Policy in Action

Spring 2025

Social Policy: It’s half our name and one of our most popular undergraduate concentrations. But let’s be honest: People often aren’t sure what social policy actually means.

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