Build resilient students and a sense of belonging

University Priority

Creating a Growth Environment

Success in life requires a combination of knowledge, grit and a solid support system.

Northwestern plays an important role in helping students make successful transitions to life after college. The University provides students with resources to keep them safe and productive, and to guide them to valuable extracurricular experiences.

Division of Student Affairs

More than 30 departments across Student Affairs engage students throughout their Northwestern experience, provide resources and help them develop important skills both in and out of the classroom.

Undergraduate Advising

Whether it's navigating University rules, understanding school requirements, choosing classes or just needing a sounding board, every student can use a little guidance. That's where Northwestern's school advisers and Connect NU come in – helping smooth the path to academic success.

Career Advancement

Northwestern Career Advancement provides a range of career development, preparation and professional opportunities. These include the Career Trek alumni networking program, access to free gently used professional attire through 'Cats Closet and many more.

Meet Some of Our People

From the moment students arrive, Northwestern feels like home.

Staff and faculty consider every aspect of students’ time on campus, preparing them for a successful life after college.

Keith Garcia

As Executive Director of Campus Life, Garcia provides vision and strategic leadership for a portfolio that includes student organizations, major campus programs, and the fraternity and sorority community.

Julia Moore

Moore is the Senior Director of English Language Programs in The Graduate School. Her areas of expertise include language learning and international student identity.

Mesmin Destin

As Faculty Director of Student Access and Enrichment, and a social psychologist, Destin works with campus partners to improve experiences for first-generation and lower-income students.

Northwestern is deeply committed to student engagement, belonging, and health and wellness. We care about every aspect of community.”

Susan Davis
Vice President for Student Affairs

Highlights

Learn about how Northwestern fosters belonging.

Supporting FGLI students

Student Enrichment Services partners with FGLI students – who are first-generation, lower-income, and/or DACA/undocumented – to foster identity development, navigate campus resources and build community.

'Meet me at Norris'

The Norris University Center is a place for students to find artistic outlets, leadership opportunities, movies, books or just some provisions and a space to relax. With the renovation of the Cohen Lawn, this campus classic will be even more inviting.

Establishing a new home for the LGBTQIA+ community

The Gender and Sexuality Resource Center hosts student groups, offers programming designed for LGBTQIA+ students and serves as a drop-in space for students to study and hang out.