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
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.
Events
The Marketing, Media, and Creative Agency Experience | Internship...
October 26, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Dentsu Aegis Network along with two of our agency brands - Merkle and 360i - invites you to learn more about the excitin...
NCA Live Chat
October 26, 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
NCA is pleased to offer live chat hours to connect with our team for quick career-related questions and guidance. For mo...
Tarot Time
October 26, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Join us on Mondays at 12pm CDT every week for Tarot Time! Every Monday, an MSA staff on IG live as will pull a new Tarot...
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: