Navigating Northwestern Academics
Get ready for fall quarter!
Join Dr. Almaz Mesghina, Department of Psychology, for interactive Zoom sessions that will help prepare you for Northwestern academic life in the fall! See below for details on the two topics offered and how to register. We hope to see you there!
An event series for undergrads
Navigating Northwestern Academics is a series of casual, interactive forums designed to help undergraduates find their best footing in negotiating the sometimes-rocky path toward their academic goals. These events may be especially useful for first-year students, but all Northwestern undergrads are welcome.
Summer 2024 Sessions
Sweat it? Fret it? Forget it?
The science of stress and ways to manage it at Northwestern
- Thursday, August 22nd, 6pm-7pm (CDT)
- Friday August 23rd, 12pm-1pm (CDT)
You’re excited for college, but it’s also challenging! Be ready. Learn about how anxiety impacts our brain, and how we can use research-backed strategies to manage these feelings and thrive.
Faculty & Peer Leader Facilitators:
- Almaz Mesghina, Assistant Professor of Instruction, Psychology
- Filip Maninski, Peer Academic Coach
Register for Sweat it? Fret it? Forget it? on August 22nd, 6-7pm
Register for Sweat it? Fret it? Forget it? on August 23rd, 12-1pm
Doing Well and Being Well at Northwestern: A conversation about the things nobody tells you about
- Thursday, August 29th, 6pm-7pm (CDT)
- Friday, August 30th, 12pm-1pm (CDT)
Feeling a little nervous about the academic road ahead? Join us and hear from experts about making the transition from high school to Northwestern. “Book smarts” are only part of the path to success. Get the insider information on engaging your whole self toward a fruitful academic experience! Bring your questions!
Faculty & Peer Leader Facilitators:
- Almaz Mesghina, Assistant Professor of Instruction, Psychology
- Filip Maninski, Peer Academic Coach
Register for Doing Well and Being Well on August 29th 6-7pm
Register for Doing Well and Being Well on August 30th 12-1pm
Watch for additional offerings!
Questions? Contact us!