Community
Multicultural Student Affairs is committed to initiatives and partnerships that enhance the diversity of our student population. Enrollment for the Class of 2015 included 2,107 students: 20% Asian/Asian American; 9.1% Hispanic/Latino; and 7.2% Black/African American. For more information, please visit the Office of Undergraduate Admissions.
In our pursuit to create an inclusive and collaborative community, MSA works with a variety of constituents including students, faculty, staff, alumni, parents, and employers.
Student Groups
Over 60 student groups are formally recognized by MSA and call the Black House and Multicultural Center (MCC) home. MSA also offers employment and volunteering opportunities for students.
Faculty and Staff
MSA staff members partner with various Division of Student Affairs units and academic departments, particularly ethnic studies, to develop and implement programs and initiatives.
Alumni
Networking and professional development opportunities are fostered through collaborations with alumni clubs and relationships with individual alumni
- Northwestern Alumni Association (NAA)
- Northwestern University Black Alumni Association (NUBAA)
- Northwestern University Asian and Asian American Alumni (NU-A5)
- Latino Alumni of Northwestern University (LANU)
Parents
MSA communicates with parents during several points in the year including admissions events, Wildcat Welcome (orientation week), Family Weekend, and Senior Week.
Employers
In conjunction with University Career Services, MSA works with employers to provide students with opportunities and resources related to career development, jobs, and internships.