The sign up form for the 2026–2027 cohort is open through May 26. Learn more about the program here and read highlights from this year’s final session, where students put lessons in enlightened disagreement into practice through real-world conversations and reflection.
Cruise through the best moments of Dillo Speedway with our full photo album. Don’t forget to enter the running for Dean Dugo’s Fave Fits for a chance to win Cat Cash. The contest closes tonight, May 20, and individual and group photos are accepted.
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Participate in a brief survey on school spirit, athletic events and their connection to the Northwestern student experience. All survey responses are confidential, and the survey closes on May 29. Respondents have a chance to win $100 in Cat Cash, spirit wear and other fun prizes.
May 21, 12:30-1:30 PM, Zoom
This webinar will provide an introduction to wall drawings conceived by Sol LeWitt, with attention to how they are made and why the artist pursued this form of artmaking. Sol Lewitt’s Wall Drawing #215 is on view at the Block through June 14, 2026. Register here!
May 26, 6:00-8:30 PM, Parkes Hall - Room 122
CSAW invites you to explore dating violence through the world of Panam with a showing of TBOSS.May 27, 6:00-7:30 PM, The Block Museum of Art, 40 Arts Circle Drive
The 2026 Master of Fine Arts thesis exhibition We can make any two stories touch will be on view at the Block Museum from May 8-June 14, 2026. The five international artists in the show will gather on May 27 to share poetry and discuss their thesis projects with Block Museum audiences. RSVP here!Every Saturday April 4-June 20, 6:00-9:00 PM
Hop Around Evanston is a free community bus tour designed to connect residents and visitors with Evanston’s vibrant downtown and neighborhood business districts. This exciting new program makes it easy to explore local shops, restaurants, and entertainment while supporting the amazing businesses that make our community unique. Go 'Cats! More Information Here.
June 2, 3:00-7:00 PM, Northwestern University Sailing Center, 1823 Campus Drive
Join us for an afternoon on the lakefront at the Northwestern University Sailing Center! Northwestern students are invited to stop by to discover everything the Sailing Center has to offer. Enjoy facility tours, equipment demonstrations, complimentary kayak and SUP rentals (first-come, first-served), giveaways (while supplies last), and more! Interest form.
Register now for Norris Summer Mini Courses! Offerings include ceramics and photography.
NU Votes is seeking undergrad and grad students from across campus to serve as Ambassadors for the 2026 Midterm Election this fall. Ambassadors facilitate nonpartisan voter registration, education, and turnout efforts. Gain hands-on experience in civic engagement and develop leadership, marketing, and organizing skills while empowering your peers! Apply here!
May 25
Through weekly after-school sessions in Chicago Public Schools, mentors teach middle schoolers strategies for managing stress and trauma. Mentors take a fall quarter course f on youth development, then spend the academic year leading and facilitating as part of a supportive cohort. Develop meaningful relationships, build skills, and make an impact! Apply here.
May 29
Do you want to expand your spiritual horizon? Mission trips help you see new perspectives and put your faith into action. Get ready to journey over the winter break to Tucson, Arizona and the Tohono O’odham Nation OR prepare for a trip over MLK weekend to Detroit, Michigan. Mission trips are open to all students!
June 20, Projects with various dates and at locations in the 2nd, 5th, 8th, and 9th wards
It's going to start soon during the summer and will extend throughout the summer as this is call for volunteers to start signing up! Participant Release, Volunteer Sign-Up, and Spanish version are here.
Every Tuesday from 5-6pm, Parkes Hall 120
GPS is a weekly learning and connecting space focused on learning more about Evanston and Chicago through a social justice lens. We always enjoy a free dinner. Everyone is welcome. We meet every Tuesday in Parkes Hall 120 from 5-6pm. Learn more here.
This one-hour training is for students who are interested in being trained to administer Narcan (naloxone). Attendees will learn how to recognize signs of an opioid overdose, identify when it is appropriate to use Narcan, learn how to administer Narcan to an individual they believe is experiencing an overdose, and identify additional emergency steps to take. All attendees will receive a two-pack of Narcan upon completion of the training. Sign up for trainings here!
May 21, 7:30-9:30 PM, Raven Theater
Join Eric & Daniel from CSAW for a super special night to see Dave Malloy’s Octet, a completely a capella musical about a support group of eight people exploring their internet addictions. After the performance, we will have a talk-back discussion with the incoming artistic director of The Raven, Jonathan Berry. Learn more here.
May 27, 3:30-4:15 PM, Different outdoor location each week!
Wednesday Wellness Walks are your midweek mood boost! Lace up and join CSAW for a fun, feel-good walk around campus as we celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month. Move your body, soak up some fresh air, and connect with others. Bring a friend, wear comfy shoes, and let’s walk and talk our way to better well-being! RSVP here.
Through May 28, 5:00 PM
CSAW’s Queer Survivor Group is a six-week group open to all Northwestern University students who identify as queer and as survivors of interpersonal violence. The group will offer a queer-affirming space for members to process harmful experiences, connect with fellow queer survivors, and gain skills and frameworks for healing. Sign Up Here.
June 1, Transportation will be covered by MSA, Zentli: 1813 Dempster Street
Join us for an interactive art and dining experience with Latino Artist and Evanston Restaurant owner, Piloto. Piloto will guide us through two transformative art-making activities, discuss his community-engaged art practice, and we will dine on Mexican street food from his restaurant Zentli. RSVP here.
The Center for Student Advocacy and wellness offer Alcohol, Cannabis and Other Drug consultations for students who are interested in exploring more about their use of substances. If you have questions or want to learn more about harm reduction in a confidential one on one setting with a health educator from CSAW. Sign up today!
Wellness Coaching is a collaborative, non-judgmental process to help you identify and achieve your health and wellness goals related to: physical activity, sleep, healthy eating, time management, and stress management/coping skills. Sessions are one-on-one, confidential, and free for all Northwestern students.
The Center for Student Advocacy and Wellness (CSAW) presents "Wildcats in Recovery" - a Collegiate Recovery Program (CRP) that supports students in recovery from substance use disorders, process addictions, and eating disorders. We aim to bring students together and provide them with the necessary resources to excel here at Northwestern!
May 20, 6:00-8:00 PM, Willard B72
Join an AI Trivia Night! Test your knowledge of artificial intelligence, learn something new, and connect with other students across campus. Whether you’re already into AI or just curious about what all the hype is about, this event is designed for everyone! RSVP here.
May 27, 6:00 PM-7:30 PM, Kellogg Global Hub, White Auditorium, 2211 Campus Drive
VentureCat is Northwestern's annual student startup competition. Join for the Public Showcase where we will feature the six finalist teams and their pitches. You will get the chance to vote to award our audience favorite prize and we will announce our finals prize winners–including the grand prize of $100,000. RSVP here.
Still looking for something to do this summer? Look no further! We're hiring motivated, friendly, and reliable individuals for a variety of roles this summer. Open positions include Wildcat Sports Camp counselors and Varsity Camp Director, lifeguards, swim instructors, and more! Apply here!
Come see the ASLA Peer Tutors for free help with variety of courses! You can find them Sunday through Thursday. Subjects Covered: Biology, General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Economics, Engineering Analysis, Math, Physics, and Statistics.
Check out the ASLA website for specific courses, dates, and times!
May 20, 3:30 PM - 4:15 PM
Wednesday Wellness Walks are your midweek mood boost! Lace up and join us for a fun, feel-good walk around campus as we ...
May 20, 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
McCormick Foundation Center, 1870 Campus Drive
Northwestern Hillel's Annual Nerenberg Family Foundation Speaker Tyler Pager (BSJ17) in conversation with Medill Profess...
May 21, 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
This webinar will provide an introduction to wall drawings conceived by Sol LeWitt (American, 1928-2007), with attention...
Women’s Lacrosse is headed to the Final Four on Friday, May 22 at 4:30 p.m. The pregame student tailgate begins at 1:30 pm on Kemper Lawn with free Raising Cane's and giveaway items. Students should bring their Wildcard for tailgate entry and can pick up free game tickets at the Henry Crown Sports Pavilion (Rec Center) entrance. If Northwestern advances to Sunday’s national championship game, students are invited to a watch tailgate at Luna’s beginning at 9 a.m. - free breakfast for the first 100 attendees.