
Communities We Serve
The Division of Student Affairs works with a variety of Northwestern communities. On this website, find resources for:
Enriching the Northwestern experience outside of the classroom.
Welcome to Student Affairs
As students navigate their time at Northwestern University, the Division of Student Affairs is here to support and engage with students every step of the way. From the moment students are admitted to Northwestern, to the day they cross the stage during graduation, we help students learn about themselves and their purpose, engage with and build community, make long-standing connections, navigate challenges and seek out help, and prepare for the future. In short, we help students thrive.
A student’s time at Northwestern is full of possibilities—academically and beyond. More than 30 departments across the Student Affairs engage students throughout their Northwestern experience, provide resources, and help them develop important skills both in and out of the classroom. We provide services that are essential to a positive student experience and offer expertise in health and well-being; and student engagement and involvement.
May 31, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Foster-Walker Complex, 1927 Orrington Avenue
Join us on the Foster-Walker lawn on Sunday, May 31st for our annual Pride Picnic! The fun runs from 1pm-3pm and include...
June 2, 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Sailing Center, 1823 Campus Drive
Join us for an afternoon on the lakefront at the Northwestern University Sailing Center! Northwestern students are invit...
June 2, 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Norris University Center, 1999 Campus Drive
Join us at Norris for weekly programming on Next Up! Stage! in Luna's Pub & Grill! Gather your friends for Tuesday Night...

Women’s Lacrosse is headed to the Final Four on Friday, May 22 at 4:30 p.m. The pregame student tailgate begins at 1:30 pm on Kemper Lawn with free Raising Cane's and giveaway items. Students should bring their Wildcard for tailgate entry and can pick up free game tickets at the Henry Crown Sports Pavilion (Rec Center) entrance. If Northwestern advances to Sunday’s national championship game, students are invited to a watch tailgate at Luna’s beginning at 9 a.m. - free breakfast for the first 100 attendees.
Departments range from housing to food service, career services to counseling, the student center to student organization advising, and so much more.

The Division of Student Affairs works with a variety of Northwestern communities. On this website, find resources for:

Susan Davis is the Vice President for Student Affairs. Learn more about administration of the Division: