Samantha Anderer

Student

United States

Samantha Anderer '24 grew up in Wynnewood, Pennsylvania, and currently attends Northwestern University. At Northwestern, Samantha majors in journalism and environmental science and hopes to pursue a career in science journalism. She has previously served as both a writer and a web editor for the Daily Northwestern. Currently, Samantha is a freelance writer for the Journal of the American Medical Association, where she covers medical news for clinicians.

Portfolio
Planet Forward
07/11/2022
Conservation, protection, economics: Land management practices butt heads in Michigan

As Nathan Wright walks along the rocky shores of Little Traverse Bay, it's clear that he belongs there. A member of the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians, Wright's ancestors have cultivated the landscape of what is now Harbor Springs, Michigan for generations. His tranquility radiates outward among the trees and birds.

The Daily Northwestern
08/11/2021
NU Declassified: Frances Willard: Evanston's sober sister

Frances Willard holds an important place in history for her role as an educator, prohibitionist and suffragette. Evanston residents claim her as one of their most famous residents. On this episode of NU Declassified: Names You Need to Know, we dive into Frances Willard's contributions to progressive movements and her connection to Northwestern.

The Daily Northwestern
04/2/2021
NU Declassified: Joseph Medill, Chicago's first influencer

Northwestern boasts the Medill School of Journalism, Media, Integrated Marketing Communications, but do you know the story behind its namesake? Joseph Medill was a publisher of the Chicago Tribune, mayor of Chicago, and staunch abolitionist. Press play to hear more about who Medill was and the legacy he left behind.

The Daily Northwestern
02/16/2021
Evanston Made, Canal Shores embrace the cold with a nature art treasure hunt

To provide residents with an immersive outdoor art experience, Canal Shores Golf Course is hosting Winter Wonderland, a nature art display across the golf course's 18 holes through the end of the month. Visitors can trek through snow to view around 40 pieces of art. Canal Shores, in partnership with Downtown Evanston and Evanston Made,...

The Daily Northwestern
05/20/2021
First-year PAs plan for hybrid Wildcat Welcome, after going through fully virtual experience last...

Northwestern Peer Advisers are currently planning Wildcat Welcome for the class of 2025. For first-year Peer Advisers, they are planning for a partially in-person orientation they have never experienced themselves. Following a decline in on-campus COVID-19 cases and the introduction of a vaccination requirement for the fall, New Student Experience is planning for Wildcat Welcome...