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Division of Student Affairs

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. 

News & Events

Student Affairs Events

Exhibition: Street: Photographs by Ann Kogen

October 31, 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Norris University Center, 1999 Campus Drive

In the summer of 1980, Ann Kogen bought a Nikon FM camera, some black and white Tri-X film, and stepped into the world o...

Pouring, Spilling, Bleeding: Helen Frankenthaler and Artists’ Exp...

October 31, 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Block Museum of Art, Mary and Leigh, 40 Arts Circle Drive

Helen Frankenthaler (American, 1928–2011) began printmaking in 1961, working across lithography, woodcut, and etching fo...

The Block Collects 2025

October 31, 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Block Museum of Art, Mary and Leigh, 40 Arts Circle Drive

This year’s The Block Collects installation features two projects featuring works selected by students: 2025 Student Acq...

Featured Resource

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Free On-Campus Intranasal Flu Vaccines

The Center for Student Advocacy & Wellness and Residential Services are partnering to offer FREE Intranasal Flu Vaccines for students at the following locations this fall:

  • 11/12: 5 -7 p.m. | Sargent Lobby (outside of the Dining Commons)

Flu Vaccines are also available through Northwestern Medicine Student Health Service. Call the appointment desk at (847) 491-8100 or schedule online via MyNM.

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.

About Student Affairs