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Northwestern Welcomes Oregon and Washington to the Big Ten Conference

8/4/2023 9:02:00 PM | General

Earlier today, the Big Ten Conference announced the additions of the University of Oregon and the University of Washington. The Ducks and Huskies will join the conference in 2024.

Statement from Northwestern University Vice President for Athletics & Recreation, Dr. Derrick Gragg

As a founding member of the Big Ten Conference, Northwestern University is thrilled to welcome the University of Oregon and the University of Washington to the nation's premier conference.
 
Both institutions contribute top-tier athletic programs and prestigious academic pedigrees, further enhancing the conference's national identity and influence.
 
We look forward to joining these two esteemed universities in competition on the playing surface as together we develop the world's next generation of thinkers and leaders in the classroom.
 
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