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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The mission of the Northwestern University Division of Student Affairs is to educate students, engage the community, and enrich the Northwestern experience.
We pursue our mission through providing learning programs, services, and mentoring to maximize students’ potential; removing barriers to learning; strengthening readiness to learn; and sustaining a safe and healthy Northwestern community.
Student Fall Quarter Preparations
As Northwestern prepares for the start of Fall term, we’re sharing the most updated information about what students, faculty and staff can expect so our community is better able to make key decisions. Learn more about the required two-week "Wildcat Wellness" modified quarantine, community expectations, on- and off-campus housing, student support services and more.
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.
Explore our Departments
Departments range from housing to food service, career services to counseling, the student center to student organization advising, and so much more.
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
Congratulations to Julie Payne Kirchmeier!
Julie Payne-Kirchmeier has been appointed vice president for Student Affairs, President Morton Schapiro announced today following a nationwide search.
Payne-Kirchmeier had served as interim vice president for Student Affairs since June 1, 2019, after longtime Vice President Patricia Telles-Irvin took a medical leave of absence. Telles-Irvin passed away shortly after. Payne-Kirchmeier, a national leader in student affairs administration, has been at Northwestern since 2012.
Events
NCA Summer Institute - FILM & TV
August 10, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Northwestern Career Advancement invites you to participate in our upcoming Summer Institute - Film & TV. This is a virtu...
NCA Summer Institute - LAW, POLICY, & POLITICS
August 10, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Northwestern Career Advancement invites you to participate in our upcoming Summer Institute - Law, Policy, and Politics....
Humanities/Social Science Doctoral Boot Camp Series - Best Pract...
August 10, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Open to PhD students. Registration is required to ensure a secure meeting space online. For the most up-to-date event in...
About Student Affairs
Communities We Serve
The Division of Student Affairs works with a variety of Northwestern communities. On this website, find resources for:
Student Affairs Leadership
Julie Payne-Kirchmeier is the Vice President for Student Affairs. Learn more about administration of the Division: