In-Person Instruction
Everyone is required to wear masks in shared indoor spaces in alignment with guidance from the public health agencies. Unvaccinated community members are expected to regularly monitor their personal health status.
On-Campus Activities
Learn more about the University’s approach to instructional spaces, meetings and events, visitors to campus and programming for minors.
Instructional Space Guidelines
Gatherings, Meetings & Events
Given the current status of the State of Illinois’ reopening plans, Northwestern permits the hosting of events, provided that participants observe the applicable health and safety guidelines on matters such as masking.
Visitors to Campus
Most visitor restrictions have been lifted. The only remaining restriction is on minors in residential programs.
Visitors are expected to comply with applicable health and safety guidelines on matters such as masking.
Activities for Minors
Programs and activities for minors not enrolled at Northwestern, including pre-college students, must align with the Minors at Northwestern Policy as well as all relevant COVID-19 related health and safety protocols. Remote delivery and in-person day programming may be offered for this population. Residential or overnight programming is not permitted.