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Operational changes to the Wildcard Office:
The Wildcard Offices in Evanston and Chicago will be closed on these upcoming dates in observance of the following holidays:
- Monday, June 20, 2022: Juneteenth National Independence Day (observed)
- Monday, July 04, 2022: Independence Day
Appointments are required for ALL ID card visits to honor physical distancing and the health and safety of staff. Please follow the steps outlined and submit your appointment request below to the Wildcard Office you plan to visit.
Hours of operation for Evanston and Chicago:
- Monday – Friday: 9AM – 3PM*
- *Hours are subject to change due to the evolving response to the COVID-19/Coronavirus situation.
| Step 1: | Step 2: | Step 3: |
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| Upload and submit your photo for your Wildcard (in-person photos are not offered at this time). | Book an appointment to pick-up your Wildcard. Prefer to have your Wildcard mailed to you? Click here for more information. |
Ensure your Wildcard is programmed for facility access. |
| UPLOAD YOUR PHOTO | FACILITY ACCESS |
Need an access card for a Part-Time Temporary Employee or Contractor? Please click on the respective link for more information and the process for submission.
| The Wildcard Office does not activate/facilitate building access. For more information regarding this, please visit the Building Access information page. |
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Your Wildcard
Your Wildcard can be used to access University buildings and shuttles, purchase food through the University meal plan, and much more.
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Know when to use it
Wildcards and Northwestern-issued ID cards have varying privileges on and around campus.
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Use your Wildcard to save with free delivery, free items, or discounts on products and services.
Locations & Hours
| Evanston Campus | Chicago Campus |
|---|---|
| Norris University Center (see map) 1999 Campus Drive Underground Level Phone: 847-467-NUID (6843) Fax: 847-467-2609 Email: evanstonwildcard@northwestern.edu Office hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 3 p.m.* *Hours subject to change. |
345 E. Superior, 15th Floor (see map) Phone: 312-503-0548 Email: chicagowildcard@northwestern.edu Office hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 3 p.m.* *Hours subject to change. |