Prepare for the Dillo Speedway! Review the Smart Dillo Guide for everything you need to know to navigate the day safely, including reminders about consent, hydration, eating, drinking responsibly and more.
A new mural at Northwestern’s Multicultural Student Center will transform gray walls into a vibrant space honoring SWANA identity, memory and community through symbolic tulips and poetry.
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April 29, 7:00 PM, Northwestern Medicine Field at Martin Stadium
Join us for a fun-filled evening at Northwestern Medicine Field at Martin Stadium as the Chicago Stars take on Gotham FC, on April 29th at 7 PM.April 30, 3:30-4:30 PM, The Block Museum of Art 40 Arts Circle Drive
Join curator Uche Okpa-Iroha, the 2026 Block Museum Curatorial Graduate Fellow and Art History doctoral student, for an interactive conversation on how making use of research library collections can expand and enrich exhibition- making. RSVP here.
May 1, 12:00-5:00 PM, Norris University Center 2nd Floor
Hello! It is time for SOAcon 2026! SOAcon is our annual conference for student leadership development. Every student organization is required to send at least one incoming/returning representative to SOAcon and check in to at least one session. RSVP for SOAcon by Friday 3/13 and be entered to win a pair of Chicago Fire fc tickets!
May 3, Trienens Performance Center, 2707 Ashland
Tryouts to become a member of the mascot and/or spirit squads for Northwestern Athletics! Benefits range from exclusive participation at athletic events to gaining scholarship support. Tryout routines will be conducted on campus at 2707 Ashland. For more information on requirements, deliverables and more benefits, email nuspirit@northwestern.edu
May 5, 6:30-7:30 PM, Harris Hall L07
This speaker panel will examine how domestic violence survivors become entangled in the criminal legal system, namely through heightened vulnerability to homelessness and incarceration. We will also discuss ways to advocate for incarcerated domestic violence survivors.
Food and light refreshments will be provided. View more information here.
May 7, 5:30-7:00 PM, Firefighters Park
The Off-Campus Life (OCL) Office invites student and non-student residents to meet new neighbors and start building community in the west-of-campus neighborhoods! Sweeten the conversation with FREE ice cream to the first 300 participants!May 9, 9:00 AM-6:00 PM
Lace up your shoes and hit the trail with us! Join us Saturday, May 9, for a beginner-friendly day hike at Indiana Dunes National Park. Enjoy scenic overlooks and diverse ecosystems, all while learning about the area. Bus transportation, snacks, and lunch are included. Sign Up 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.
May 3, 12:30-2:00 PM, Kresge Hall 2415
May 8, 3:30-7:00 PM
May 25
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!
April 23-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.
May 1
Regular meditator? Meditation curious? Ex-meditator looking to refresh to your practice? All are welcome to join us for MAYDITATION, a one-month invitation to commit to meditating at least 10-15 minutes a day every day during May. Track your own progress to be entered into a drawing for some extraordinarily lovely mindful incentives aka prizes!
May 3, 6:00-7:30 PM, Norris Aquatics Center (Henry Crown Sports Pavilion)
Float atop your own air mattress while the healing sounds of crystal bowls, gongs, chimes, and more surround you. Enjoy a full-body, multidimensional experience that resets your nervous system and soul while you drift into a sanctuary of stillness. Register here.
May 5, 6:00-7:30 PM, Parkes 204
Have you ever struggled with a part of your spirituality? You are invited to come share your story with a group of other wanderers, be it through your own or others' poetry, music, stories and memories, or any other medium of your choice! Dinner provided. Sign up here.
May 6, 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.
May 6, 4:00-5:15 PM, Vail Chapel
Explore the practice of Contemplative Cinema which invites interiority and reflection through a process of repetition and reflection. We will watch a short film and be guided into deeper meaning and personal resonance through meditative viewings. The Salon is a visionary gathering space curated by students, staff, and faculty. RSVP here.
May 7, 6:00-7:00 PM, Multicultural Student Office MCC 107
This is a hands-on workshop that explores the long history of jarabes in traditional Afro-Caribeña herbal medicine. The workshop will delve into the magic of fire cider and herbs commonly used for immune health. Collectively, we will create personalized jarabes utilizing popular caribeño plant material to strengthen and nourish our bodies. Register 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!
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!
April 29, 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
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April 29, 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
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April 30, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Block Museum of Art, Mary and Leigh, 40 Arts Circle Drive
Join curator Uche Okpa-Iroha, the 2026 Block Museum Curatorial Graduate Fellow and Art History doctoral student, for an ...
Campus Inclusion & Community will host Community Honors to celebrate graduating Northwestern students’ achievements on Friday, May 29, 4-7 p.m. Students may drop in anytime to take photos in the photo booth, connect with the Northwestern Alumni Association and pick up their CIC stole. Register by 9 a.m. on Monday, May 4.