For Members Only (FMO)

For Members Only (FMO) serves as Northwestern University's premier Black Student Alliance. FMO serves to encourage political, social, cultural and intellectual unity and growth first and foremost within Northwestern University's Black community, but also within the broader Northwestern community as well. FMO is the representative and political voice of Northwestern University's Black undergraduate student body. Contact: formembersonly@gmail.com

Alianza: the Hispanic and Latino Student Alliance

The purpose of Alianza, the largest Hispanic/Latino student organization at Northwestern University, is to unite and support its members to work towards the advancement of an empowered, productive Hispanic/Latino presence at this institution. Alianza is a cultural, educational, and social programming body, which also serves as a vehicle for activism. Contact: alianza@listserv.it.northwestern.edu

African Student Association (ASA)

ASA is a student organization that promotes African awareness to the greater Northwestern community. Our main goal is to prove a deeper understanding of the roots and histories of African culture. In the Fall, ASA hosts Afropollo, a mock of Showtime at the Apollo, where various students perform for a prize. The annual Cultural Show is hosted in the Winter which entertains all with a fashion show, skits, and performances. Throughout the quarter, we host film series such as Nollywood Nights and also partner with the Sunlight African Community Center in Chicago for philanthropic programming. Contact: asanorthwestern@gmail.com

Korean American Students Association (KASA)

Korean American Students Association (KASA) is an organization formed to provide social and culturally informative activities to all those who share a common interest in the Korean culture and Korean American issues. KASA also strives to promote awareness of Korean American students' interests as well as intercutlural understanding and cooperation. KASA does not discriminate against persons of a different race, color, religion, creed, or national origin. Contact: kwchoi@u.northwestern.edu

Model Arab League

Model Arab League is an organization focusing on discussion of Middle Eastern political, economic, and social issues from the perspective of different Arab states. Our primary activity is competition at regional and national conferences, so debate and negotiation are core elements of our organization. In preparing for conferences, members research the policies of different Arab states in order to negotiate resolutions and engage in meaningful diplomacy at these conferences. We emphasize political and cultural accuracy to a great degree. We hold weekly meetings, hold University-wide guest lectures on pertinent Arab issues, and organize cultural events and field trips.Contact: Andrewabtahi2014@u.northwestern.edu

Best Buddies

Best Buddies is an international nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of those with intellectual and/or physical disabilities by providing opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, and leadership.  It was founded in 1989 by Anthony Kennedy Shriver. Each member of Northwestern's Best Buddies chapter is matched with an adult with disabilities. The buddy pair maintains regular contact throughout the year and meets several times a quarter for fun activities and themed outings. The chapter also promotes disability awareness on campus and throughout the community. Contact: Carolinevanzandt2013@u.northwestern.edu

Northwestern Women’s Caucus

We connect members to an ever-expanding network of faculty, administrators, alumnae, and local businesswomen who share our commitment to bolstering the quantity and quality of women leaders at Northwestern. Contact: Emilydavidson2013@u.northwestern.edu

Northwestern Community Development Corps (NCDC)

Northwestern Community Development Corps (NCDC) is a student-run organization that seeks to engage students in community development at Northwestern University, in Evanston, and throughout Chicago. We promote civic engagement through direct service, social awareness, and advocacy. Utilizing existing skills, talents, and abilities, we strive to build mutually beneficial relationships, enriching both our campus and the communities, while forming a foundation for the future. Contact: ncdc@u.northwestern.edu

Pan Hellenic Association (PHA)

The Northwestern Panhellenic Association (PHA) consists of 12 nationally-recognized chapters. Each sorority has a chapter house on the south end of Northwestern's campus. All of the organizations have a long-standing (inter)national history and traditions as many of the Northwestern chapters are more than 100 years old. Nearly 1600 women of all backgrounds and interests are members of PHA sororities at NU. Panhellenic women are leaders and participants in campus organizations, serve the NU and Evanston communities, and excel in the classroom. Contact: Francesfu2015@u.northwestern.edu

Inter-Fraternity Council (IFC)

The Interfraternity Council (IFC) consists of 17 nationally-recognized fraternities at Northwestern. For the past 150 years, IFC fraternities have enriched the lives of young men at Northwestern through educational programs and activities. Today, more than 1200 men are members of IFC fraternities at NU, sharing the bonds of brotherhood and community to build long-lasting bonds and unbreakable friendships. Contact: Johncowgill2014@u.northwestern.edu

Multicultural Greek Councils

The MGC is a unique community of fraternities and sororities; each of these member organizations’ foundations is founded upon celebrating cultural diversity and educating the community about its rich cultural heritage.  The MGC and the Greek-letter organizations are powerful media through which group members can express and share their cultural pride.  The members cherish the belief that the college experience is more valuable when it includes self-expression through the richness of diversity. Contact: johncastellanos2014@u.northwestern.edu

Alternative Student Breaks (ASB)

Alternative Student Breaks seeks to educate Northwestern students of all majors and backgrounds by sponsoring "service learning" trips during academic breaks in fall, winter, and spring. Fall trips take place directly before Pre-Wildcat Welcome Week (orientation week), and are catered to incoming freshmen. These trips consist of five freshmen and two upperclassmen and take place at various sites in the Midwest. Contact: asb@u.northwestern.edu

Project Wildcat (PWILD)

Project Wildcat is an outdoor orientation program for incoming freshmen at Northwestern University. Campers spend a week backpacking, camping, and frolicking through the great outdoors with a small group of fellow freshmen and two trained NU-student counselors. Join us for the adventure of a lifetime! Contact: reganvia2015@u.northwestern.edu

Freshman Urban Program (FUP)

The Freshman Urban Program is a pre-New Student Week activity open to all incoming students of Northwestern University. FUP is an introduction to the neighborhoods within Chicago and Evanston. The program examines the issues that face these communities, the organizations that serve them and the means by which Northwestern students can effect change. FUP employs the theory of Asset-Based Community Development in teaching participants about issues as varied as housing, education, health care, politics, gentrification and community organizing. During this five day program, participants will stay in a youth hostel in Chicago's Loop area. From there they will be dispatched to volunteer at community centers, urban schools, homeless shelters and advocacy organizations throughout the city. Northwestern faculty and various community leaders will lead discussions on a variety of issues facing urban communities. Contact: Fup.northwestern@gmail.com

Asian American Intervarsity Christian Fellowship (AAIV)

Asian American Intervarsity is a group of students and staff who strive together to grow in love for God, his Word, his people and his purposes in the world. Through small groups, one-on-one discipleships, and large group gatherings, students follow Jesus together, finding deep friendships and real community. Contact: tobylee2016@u.northwestern.edu

Special Olympics

Special Olympics of Northwestern University is the largest and oldest student-run Special Olympics program in the country. We are going into our 32nd year with over 400 annual Northwestern volunteers. We strive to integrate individuals with developmental disabilities into our community by planning numerous social events. Contact: katherineritter2015@u.northwestern.edu

College Feminists

College Feminists is the premier feminist and only pro-choice organization on the Evanston Northwestern campus. We meet Tuesdays at 8pm at the Women's Center, discussing issues ranging from domestic violence to the college hook-up scene. We believe that every woman should be able to make her own decisions regarding abortion and birth control and we seek to educate students and the community at large about their rights to such decisions. We also work to counteract negative images of women and work aginst gender stereotyping. We believe in a progressive, informed, and open-minded community. We hope to accomplish these goals by rallying, supporting and educating one another in the Northwestern Community and also by creating a network with other college campuses nationwide. Contact: annanowinski2014@u.northwestern.edu

College Democrats

The College Democrats seek to stimulate political thought and activity at Northwestern, promote interest in governmental affairs, and advance the ideals and principles of the Democratic Party of the United States, Illinois, and Evanston. We do so by bringing engaging speakers to campus, assisting members in finding political experiences, and hosting interesting quarterly events. Contact: laurenizaak2014@u.northwestern.edu

College Republicans

College Republicans is Northwestern's conservative student organization that supports the ideals of the Republican Party. We host high-profile speakers, participate in campus debates and activities, and provide a variety of opportunities for all political backgrounds.  We bring speakers to campus who appeal to moderates, libertarians, objectivists, and conservatives of all colors, and all are welcome to attend meetings and events. Contact: jdbaka@u.northwestern.edu

Lending for Evanston and Northwestern Development (LEND)

Lending for Evanston and Northwestern Development (LEND) is a student-run, non-profit organization that empowers entrepreneurs in Evanston to create businesses, create jobs, and reach financial self-sufficiency. By providing access to small amounts of capital and business development services, LEND is devoted to connecting the Northwestern and Evanston communities under the shared objectives of aiding businesses, economic development, and social change. Contact: lend@u.northwestern.edu

NU Gives Back

NU Gives Back is a university-wide day of service that unites undergraduates, graduate students, alumni, staff and faculty around active engagement with our surrounding community. An entirely grassroots, student-run organization, NU Gives Back began in the fall of 2010 and has since evolved into 2 years of over 300+ participants with the goal of making an impact in our surrounding community. Contact: NUgivesback@gmail.com