Accessibility

Northwestern Facilities is committed to creating a welcoming and accessible environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. We strive to accommodate all members of our community.

The university complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and looks for opportunities to go beyond what is required and adopt best practices that expand access for all.

Facilities incorporates accessible features into all construction and renovation projects and works with AccessibleNU and Human Resources to make additional accommodations as needed.

Our approach to accessibility extends beyond our buildings to include our entire campus. We address parking areas and consider how people will navigate the campus. During construction projects, we ensure that accessible paths remain available, allowing for continued access to facilities.

For more information about accessibility at Northwestern, visit the AccessibleNU website, or contact AccessibleNU at 847-467-5530.

Northwestern employees can contact the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at 847-491-6165 to learn more or to request accommodations.