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May 2025

NEXT brings students on the job with alumni

May 6, 2025

Externships give students a firsthand look at their prospective career opportunities

April 2025

Career trek to Los Angeles opens doors for aspiring talent agent

April 30, 2025

Matthew Moseley turned a networking trip into a full-time job with help from Northwestern Career Advancement

Students explore, volunteer in Chicago on Alternative Spring Break

April 30, 2025

Alternative Spring Break, facilitated by Leadership Development & Community Engagement, offers students a built-in opportunity to immerse themselves in the city during the school year.

Living Green: Inside the Sustainability-Focused GREEN House

April 23, 2025

Inside a residence hall at 2303 Sheridan, Northwestern students are turning environmental passion into daily practice. GREEN House, a special-interest housing option organized around the theme of sustainability, has been creating community around environmental values for nearly two decades.

SOACon brings student leaders, on-campus resources, off-campus vendors together

April 22, 2025

Hosted by Student Organizations & Activities (SOA), SOACon propels student leaders into their positions so they can work toward making their organizations more successful. The event is open to all Northwestern students but is catered specifically to organization leaders with a focus on networking opportunities and promoting on- and-off-campus resources.

Northwestern community members bring home five awards from annual conferences

April 7, 2025

A student, faculty member, two staff, and a Norris Center program received honors from ACUI and NASPA for their impact on campus

CARE promotes collective action and collective care during Sexual Assault Action Month

April 2, 2025

To recognize Sexual Assault Awareness/Action Month (SAAM), CARE has programming lined up in April, with a theme of collective action and collective care. Events include opportunities to learn about period poverty, an art supply swap and speakers.

Norris composting program works to increase compostable products, divert waste from landfills

April 2, 2025

The program, which diverts one ton of waste from landfills monthly, took home the 2025 ACUI award for Excellence in Innovations in Sustainability

March 2025

Active Minds: Fostering Conversation on Mental Health

March 12, 2025

Building a supportive community and breaking the silence on mental health 

Prioritizing Wellness During Finals Week

March 11, 2025

Read on for proactive steps students can take to prioritize their mental and physical well-being during winter quarter finals.

Trekking to success

March 3, 2025

Led by NCA, Career Treks allow students to explore a handful of companies in their industry of choice in a new city and network with alumni.

February 2025

Renovations to Modernize Bobb-McCulloch and 1835 Hinman Residence Halls

February 27, 2025

Enhancements to the residential experience will focus on community spaces

NU Dining’s Black History Month menu celebrates culinary traditions in Black culture

February 26, 2025

NU Dining recognized Black History Month with a menu celebrating the diverse culinary traditions of Black culture, designed by Director of Dining Services Melissa McCullough. Read a Q&A with Melissa to learn more about the process of creation and the importance of this menu.

Meet Trailblazer Award Winner Dave Walker

February 19, 2025

Northwestern proudly recognized third-year Dave Walker with the annual I’m First: Trailblazer Award for his dedication to mentorship, leadership and advocacy.

Sharpening skills in student research

February 11, 2025

The Northwestern Undergraduate Research Journal is the only peer- and faculty-reviewed undergraduate research publication at Northwestern.

Love is in the Air: Exciting Valentine’s Day Events at Northwestern

February 5, 2025

All you need to know about how to celebrate Valentine’s Day on campus

January 2025

Norris Workshops Offer Students Unique Learning Opportunities

January 15, 2025

Courses help students explore everything from wine appreciation to wheel throwing

December 2024

The Bix: Where Music Meets Comedy

December 11, 2024

Comedy RSO improvises whole musicals using just their quick wit, talent, and teamwork.

November 2024

Northwestern Program Helps Students Take Charge of Their Wellness Journeys

November 21, 2024

Wellness Coaching provides students with skills for balancing university life

Three Resources for Prioritizing Wellness During Finals Week

November 18, 2024

Same-day mental health support, white light therapy and fitness activities available through the end of the quarter

Under Their Wing: How Family Ambassadors Guide Wildcat Families Through the Transition to Northwestern

November 6, 2024

Family Ambassadors help new Wildcat families feel at home, from acceptance to Family Weekend

October 2024

Upcoming Halloween Events On Campus: Spooky Fun and Festive Frights

October 23, 2024

All you need to know about Halloween happenings at Northwestern

Dwight White artwork ties students to their Evanston and Chicago surroundings

October 16, 2024

Students entering Norris University Center through its west entrance will now be greeted by a multi-panel artwork created by Chicago-based artist and creative consultant Dwight White II (BA '16, MS '17)

Turning Wildcats into Chicagoans, one passport at a time

October 10, 2024

Thanks to the new Passport Program, the Windy City is your oyster

September 2024

Welcoming #NU2028: Meet the Students in PA Group 1

September 25, 2024

First-year students embark on their Northwestern journey, sharing passions and aspirations as they begin their time as Wildcats.

A Day in the Life of Toya Fulbright

September 11, 2024

See how Northwestern’s Graduate Housing Resident Director builds community for her residents

A Day in the Life of Zack Mroz

September 11, 2024

Alongside incoming students, a Northwestern Resident Director also settles into his new home

June 2024

In Their Own Words: Students Speakers Share Inspiration During Graduation

June 24, 2024

Hear from the student speakers at CIC's end-of-year celebrations

NCA Career Treks Help Students Network & Explore Industry Hubs 

June 4, 2024

Financial Assistance Available for Treks to NYC, DC and LA

May 2024

Behind the Scenes of Northwestern’s Third Annual Pow Wow

May 29, 2024

Student Leaders in NU’s Native and Indigenous Community Share the Story Behind Community Gathering

Dead Pancreas Society provides community-building and advocacy opportunities to type 1 diabetics at NU

May 8, 2024

The club’s annual Allies Night teaches non-diabetics how to help diabetic friends navigate transition away from home

Association of Women in Sports Media provides community, mentorship for students interested in sports 

May 1, 2024

Open to students of all genders, this group’s numbers are increasing each year

April 2024

CAPS Continues to Evolve to Better Meet Student Needs

April 24, 2024

Counseling Center Builds Team of More Diverse Staff, Same-Day Access

Cats Who Compost promotes sustainability, composting on campus 

April 3, 2024

Student group makes being zero-waste at Northwestern easy

March 2024

Students revamp Dance Marathon for 50th anniversary to foster accessibility

March 26, 2024

New format, date and location make NUDM a Northwestern tradition for all

February 2024

Sustainability, Community at the Core of NU Dining’s Initiatives 

February 21, 2024

NU Dining’s cultural celebrations bring together University partners, while Planet Eats connects local growers and student groups

LDCE provides students opportunities to get involved across Chicagoland

February 14, 2024

Leadership Development and Community Engagement makes social justice education accessible to students

January 2024

Northwestern Area Councils Foster Community and Area Pride

January 24, 2024

From pumpkin-carving to Chicago field trips, Area Councils engage students on campus

NU Nights provides barrier-and-substance-free events on Fridays

January 17, 2024

NU Nights provides barrier-and-substance-free events on Fridays

Everything You Need to Know About Being a Peer Adviser

January 10, 2024

Learn How PAs support an essential Northwestern experience

December 2023

Continuous Housing Provides Option for Students Spending Winter Break on Campus

December 20, 2023

For the first time, three on-campus residences will remain open to Northwestern students during University breaks

November 2023

October 2023

Myrna García Hopes to Celebrate Students in Faculty-in-Residence Role

October 27, 2023

Latina & Latino Studies Professor Will Host South Area Students

NCA Guides Students Through Internship and Career Searches 

October 26, 2023

The office also offers the Summer Internship Grant Program, supporting students as they pursue unpaid summer internships 

Jeremy Schenk Inducted into ISU's College of Education Hall of Fame

October 9, 2023

Award recognizes Schenk’s accomplishments and commitment to the field of Student Affairs

Where Sports Medicine Meets the Arts

October 4, 2023

Northwestern University Sports Medicine is a wellness resource for both student-athletes and student performers

September 2023

Off-Campus Life helps students navigate Evanston and Chicago transitions

September 26, 2023

The office provides advice, how-to guides and educational programming

Wildcat Welcome 2023

September 18, 2023

Wildcat Welcome introduces Northwestern first-year and transfer students to campus traditions, highlights what it means to be a community member and includes time to socialize with other new students during a week of programming.

June 2023

Congratulatory events celebrate diverse graduates at Northwestern

June 13, 2023

Multicultural Student Affairs honors students during graduation week

May 2023

April 2023

Sexual Assault Awareness Month

April 4, 2023

Northwestern will join universities across the country in acknowledging Sexual Assault Awareness Month 2023 (SAAM) with a range of programming on campus in April. 

March 2023

February 2023

January 2023

Norris at 50 – University Center Endures as Hub of Campus Life

January 18, 2023

Anniversary celebration will honor student center on Thursday 

December 2022

Sand Creek Massacre Commemoration Creates a Space for Healing & Education

December 22, 2022

30 Days of Indigenous events honor Native American and Indigenous Heritage Month

November 2022

October 2022

Fright Night at Norris University Center

October 31, 2022

Northwestern student groups team up to host Night at the Haunted Museum

September 2022

Wildcat Welcome 2022

September 20, 2022

Wildcat Welcome introduces Northwestern first-year and transfer students to campus traditions, highlights what it means to be a community member and includes time to socialize with other new students during a week of programming.

June 2022

Prof. Ava Thompson Greenwell appointed Faculty-in-Residence for South Residential Area

June 1, 2022

Author and filmmaker to begin term as Faculty-in-Residence in fall 2022

May 2022

March 2022