STUDENT AFFAIRS

Block Museum of Art: Winter Quarter Reopening

January 25

The Block reopens this Saturday, January 25, with two new exhibitions, "Woven Being: Art for Zhegagoynak/Chicagoland" and "it takes a long time to stay here: Paintings by Jordan Ann Craig" as well as a suite of exciting film screenings! Learn more about these exhibits, films, and upcoming events on our website. On February 1, we'll celebrate the opening of "Woven Being" with fun museum activities and a conversation with the exhibit's collaborating artists!

byoBOOK: NU's Silent Book Group

January 27, 7:00–8:15 PM, Parkes Hall, Room 120

Looking for a chill, no-pressure way to enjoy reading without the distractions of tech? Join byoBook: NU’S Silent Book Group. Bring your favorite book (or grab one from us), settle in with cozy vibes, and enjoy quiet reading with fellow book lovers. No assigned books, no discussions—just snacks, good company, and your next great read. Snacks provided— just bring yourself! Register by January 26.

Lunar New Year Celebration

January 29, 4:00–5:30 PM, 1800 Sherman Avenue, Room 3029

Join us and the Office of International Student and Scholar Services (OISS) to celebrate the (Lunar) New Year! Students of all backgrounds are invited to join us on January 29 from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM at 1800 Sherman Ave., Room 3029 for food, community, and sharing of New Year's traditions from around the world to make 2025 our best year! Hope to see you there!

Winter Housing Fair

January 31, 2:00–4:00 PM, Norris University Center, Louis Room

Ready for another housing fair? We sure are! Mark your calendars from 2:00–4:00 PM on Friday, January 31, and head over to the Louis Room in Norris. Housing providers, property managers, and the Metropolitan Tenants Organization will be present to answer any of your questions!

Webinar: A Discussion with Eshkol Nevo, Israeli writer

February 5, 12:00–1:00 PM

Join the Israel Innovation Project for a live virtual discussion with international best-selling Israeli writer, Eshkol Nevo.

Winter Wellness 2025: ReTreat Yourself

January 31, 3:30–6:30 PM, Parkes Hall

Escape the winter grind and refresh your mind, body, and soul! Join us in Parkes Hall for workshops, crafts, cocoa, and a bonfire. Wrap up with dinner and an ecstatic dance party! Score raffle tickets for cozy prizes like self-care baskets and blankets. Warm up, chill out, and ReTreat Yourself! Sponsored by Health Promotion & Wellness/Center for Awareness, Response & Education, Religious & Spiritual Life, & Student Transition Experience.

HPaW Recruiting Red Watch Band Program Facilitators

Registration closes February 21

Interested in making Northwestern a safer community? Red Watch Band bystander intervention training provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to identify and intervene effectively in an alcohol-related medical emergency. Join Health Promotion and Wellness (HPaW) for the Red Watch Band student facilitator training on Saturday, March 8, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Searle Hall, room 3.220. Breakfast and lunch will be provided! Registration will close Friday, February 21 at 5:00 PM.

Wellness Coaching

Wellness Coaching is a collaborative, non-judgmental process that can help you identify and achieve your health and wellness goals, balance dimensions of health and wellness, and learn practical skills to improve overall well-being. Coaches work with you during Wellness Coaching to build on your strengths and support you in creating sustainable plans to achieve your wellness goals related to physical activity, sleep, healthy eating, time management, and stress management/coping skills.

Find Your Spiritual Direction at Northwestern

Are you seeking meaning, purpose, or clarity in your life? Spiritual Direction invites you to explore the possibilities of your journey in a supportive and open space. Whether you connect with God, the Universe, or nothing in particular, this practice welcomes all identities—atheist, agnostic, spiritual, or religious. Meet monthly to reflect on life’s questions through conversation, contemplation, or a place to find stillness and reflection. Learn more to begin this journey of self-discovery & connection!

HPaW Opioid Overdose Prevention and Naloxone Training

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 training now!

Peer Adviser Applications Open

Applications due January 22

Peer Adviser applications are open now until January 22 at 11:59 PM. Interested applicants should attend a required information session found on the Office of Student Transition Experiences' website or @wildcatwelcome on Instagram.

Alternative Spring Break Applications are Open

Apply by January 26

Alternative Spring Break (ASB) is for Northwestern undergraduates who want to take advantage of spring break week (March 21 - March 28, 2025) to learn, serve, and make new friends! ASB participants will do hands-on work with nonprofits in Chicago that challenge them to think critically and compassionately and become active citizens dedicated to pursuing a more just and equitable world—applications close Sunday, January 26, at 11:59 PM.

Join an SAAF Focus Group Discussion

Student Affairs manages the Student Activities Assistance Fund, which supports hundreds of student requests for reimbursement for personal expenses related to their student org or fraternity/sorority chapter. Join us for a brief discussion about this program to provide valuable input as an applicant or student treasurer. Participants will be rewarded with a Norris Meal Voucher for their participation.

Managing Stress for Academic Performance

January 24, 4:00–5:00 PM, Searle Hall, 3rd Floor CON

Come join us for a panel event with Northwestern students sharing their experiences navigating the balance between stress and academic expectations. Staff members from CAPS will also provide resources and answer questions. Snacks will be provided. Please sign up so we know you are coming!

NCA Virtual Winter Career Fair

January 29, 12:00–4:00 PM

The NCA Winter Career Fair will be hosted via Handshake on January 29. Undergraduate students, graduate students, postdoctoral scholars, and Northwestern alumni with a Handshake account are invited to participate.

Mentorship Program Affinity Leaders & Learners

Register by January 29

Connecting with a mentor who shares similar interests and life experiences can provide feelings of joy and community. As your sense of self continues to develop, are you searching for a mentor who truly understands you? This personal, impactful mentorship program is for you.

ASLA Peer Leader Info Session #2

January 30, 4:30–5:00 PM

Interesting in becoming a tutor around campus? Want to take a leadership position and help your fellow students succeed at Northwestern? Join our Zoom session and our staff and a current peer leader in the programs will be there to talk about the position and answer your questions about our programs and how you can begin your journey to be a Peer Leader!

Engage Chicago Applications Now Open!

Applications due February 3

Looking for a one-of-a-kind summer opportunity? Apply to Engage Chicago! EC students explore social change and community development in Chicago through hands-on learning and a meaningful internship with a Chicago-based nonprofit. Live in the heart of downtown Chicago and explore all the city has to offer while learning from local experts and activists! Learn more and apply to the early February 3 deadline.

NCA Industry 101 Series

Are you a first or second-year undergraduate who is just starting to explore careers? Truly for the curious, these 30-minute sessions will provide a brief description of the industries and provide the first steps to exploring them further.

Drop-In Peer Tutoring

Come see the ASLA Peer Tutors for help with a variety of courses! You can find them Sunday through Thursday at Schapiro Hall, Shepard Hall, Elder Lounge, the Multicultural Center, the Black House, and the GSRC. Check out the ASLA website for specific courses, dates, and times!