Student Affairs - Northwestern University

Student Affairs cultivates student programs, services, and skills; disrupts barriers; and partners across Northwestern and neighboring communities to create a culture in which all students can thrive.

Welcome Wildcats!

A Message from the Vice President of Student Affairs

Welcome Wildcats!

I hope that you were able to rest and recharge over the break. As we settle into our new routines, remotely or in person, I am excited to welcome many of our first- and second-year undergraduate students to campus to join their graduate and undergraduate peers. A short time ago, you received a welcome message from President Schapiro. I want to echo the President’s appreciation for your patience and resolve. While this is certainly an academic year like no other, I am energized by our return to on-campus living, and look forward to connecting virtually and in person when it is safe to do so.

As you begin this quarter, I want you to know that we at Northwestern believe in you and want you to succeed. Many resources are available to you, either remotely or in some cases in person, and we remind you of these resources often so they are top-of-mind when you need them.

For the rest of the Vice President's Welcome Letter and list of resources click this button below:

LIST OF STUDENT RESOURCES

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Wildcat Welcome Back Gallery

Coronavirus Update

Northwestern University is carefully monitoring the COVID-19 outbreak (commonly known as coronavirus) to best advocate for the health and safety of our campus community. The University advises that all community members take necessary precautions to protect themselves from this virus. To follow Northwestern updates, please visit our COVID-19 information page.

Full CORONAVIRUS/COVID-19 Updates

CAPS- Taking Care of Your Mental Health during the CoVID19 Outbreak

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Departments range from housing to food service, career services to counseling, the student center to student organization advising, and so much more.

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Involvement

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Involvement

Student involvement departments include the Office for Student Engagement, Norris University Center, Student Organizations and Activities, and more.

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Health

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Health

Student health and wellness departments, including Health Services, Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS), Center for Awareness, Response, and Education (CARE), address both physical and mental health.

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Inclusion

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Inclusion

Inclusion departments, including Campus Inclusion and Community, Multicultural Student Affairs, and Student Enrichment Services, cultivate an inclusive environment on campus.

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Life @ NU

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Life @ NU

Life @ NU Departments help make Northwestern a home away from home, including Residential Services, Safe Ride, and AccessibleNU.

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Careers

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Careers

Northwestern Career Advancement (NCA) provides career services for undergraduates, graduate students, and alumni. It also works with employers to recruit at Northwestern.

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Administration

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Administration

Student Affairs' administrative departments include Student Conduct, Student Affairs Assessment, and the Dean of Students Office.

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Announcements & Events

Announcement

COVID-19 and Campus Updates

Our goal is to return as much of our community to campus as possible for Fall 2020. At the same time, we must continue to protect the health of our community and align with federal, municipal and local guidelines as well as COVID-19 best practices.