2014 Family Weekend Schedule by Northwestern University/Student Affairs

nov 7 - 9, 2014

FAMILY WEEKEND

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table of contents 03. friday, november 7 12. saturday, november 8 16. sunday, november 9 17. campus map 18. things to do in evanston and chicago Welcome to 2014 Family Weekend at Northwestern University. We could not be more thrilled to share this weekend with you and your student. Throughout the weekend be sure to tweet out about your experience with #NUfamily. Welcome to the community; welcome to Northwestern! Parking: On Friday, November 7th-Sunday, November 9th, there will be no enforcement for parking in general permit areas. This will not apply to facilities spaces, reserved spaces, handicapped spaces, fire lanes, etc. Tickets: Many Family Weekend events do not require the reservation or purchase of tickets. Events that require tickets (such as the football game and select student performances) are marked appropriately throughout the schedule.

friday

nov 7 ALL WEEKEND 9:00 AM -5:00 PM

10:00 AM -10:45 AM

11:00 AM -12:00 PM

Visit the Henry Crown Sports Pavilion Families can enjoy complimentary access to our sports pavilion and aquatic center on North Campus through the weekend.

Explore University Archives Families will have opportunity to explore the University Archives on Friday during business hours. The archives are located in University Library. Families will enjoy access to the university libraries through the weekend. Location: University Archives

Deep Purple: The History and Traditions of Northwestern with University Archivist Kevin Leonard It's a Family Weekend favorite! Join Kevin Leonard in a discussion about the riveting history and traditions of our beloved Northwestern. Location: Wildcat Room, Norris University Center

family weekend lectures Session 1 Please see the following page for class descriptions.

FRIDAY nov 7 Family Lectures Session 1 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

ADULT DEVELOPMENT: DO WE EVER ‘GROW UP’? Regina Logan, School of Education and Social Policy Location: Annenberg G15

Professor Regina Logan from the School of Education and Social Policy will lead an interactive lecture and discussion, combining theories of adult development and research on adulthood. Professor Logan will present material from her course on Adulthood and Aging, in which she encourages students to make the models discussed in class applicable to the students, their parents, and their grandparents. She will lecture on the concept of adult “generativity,” the midlife adult’s desire to leave a legacy. She will also provide a short survey so that participants may measure their own generativity and relate it to their lives. Professor Logan has won three Associated Student Government awards for her teaching, as chosen by students, as well as the SESP Outstanding Professor Award. *This session will start at 11:15 AM.

3D PRINTING AND ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING

Michael Beltran, McCormick School of Engineering and Applied Science Location: Subbasement of the Ford Building, Room SB-310. Michael Beltran is a lecturer in the Mechanical Engineering department at Northwestern, and directs the Rapid Prototyping lab at Northwestern. Michael will be giving a short overview of 3D printing and additive manufacturing, as well as a live demonstration of the state of the art technology used in prototyping and manufacturing. Visitors will be able to experience the 3D printing process, and see close up the advanced technology Northwestern has available to its students. There will also be live demonstrations of reverseengineering laser scanning, where a physical object will be scanned back into a computer model.

Contemporary Theatre & Performance: A conversation about artists, audiences and community Michael Rohd, School of Communication Location: Norris University Center, Lake Room

Faculty member Michael Rohd taught the influential Introduction to Theatre course for the entire Freshmen Theater Major Class for four years. He also helps lead the department's MFA Directing program, where he teaches core courses and acts as a primary Mentor. In this session, Professor Rohd uses his work around the country as a creator/director as a platform to engage in a conversation about the way theatre is engaging diverse communities in new and dynamic ways.

DESIGN FOR THE DIGITAL STORYTELLER Susan Mango Curtis, Medill School of Journalism Location: McCormick Tribune Center Room 3-119

Associate Professor Susan Mango Curtis from the Medill School of Journalism will lecture on how stories can be transformed into a more immersive, entertaining and engaging experience. Students in her undergrad and graduate courses every quarter are put to the challenge of rethinking what publications can and should be and what news media can offer audiences in new platforms. During her session, visitors will have the opportunity test their own skills creating a short digital story using digital publishing apps.

Whistlitng Vivaldi

Harvey Young, One Book One Northwestern Location: Harris 107 Over the summer, thousands of copies of social psychologist Claude Steele’s Whistling Vivaldi were sent to first-year undergraduates, transfer and continuing students, faculty, staff, and select alumni groups. Selected by the Office of the President as this year’s One Book One Northwestern title, Whistling Vivaldi points to evidence that often small, feasible interventions can reduce the threats and devastating effects of social stereotypes and, in turn, dramatically narrow the racial and gender achievement gaps that, in Steele’s words, so discouragingly characterize our society. Come learn about this book and this year’s One Book One Northwestern activities with Dr. Harvey Young, One Book Faculty Chair and Associate Professor of Theatre, Performance Studies, Radio/Television/Film and African American Studies.

FRIDAY nov 7 11:30 AM -12:30 PM

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

3:00 PM -4:00 PM

optional campus tour Families who havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t had a previous opportunity to tour the campus can join Family Ambassadors for a campus tour. Leaves From North Entrance of Norris University Center

afternoon with the undergraduate schools Families will have the opportunity to interact with and hear from school administration. In place of an event during this block of time, Bienen School of Music will feature open rehearsals. Various Campus Locations

family weekend lectures Session 2 Please see the page 8 for class descriptions.

Afternoon with the Undergraduate Schools 1:30 - 2:30 PM

Bienen school of music (BSM)

In lieu of an open house, families are encouraged to attend open rehearsals listed below. University Chorale: 12:30-1:50pm, MAB 109 Symphonic Wind Ensemble: 2:10-4:10pm, Pick-Staiger Rehearsal Room Northwestern University Symphony Orchestra: 2:10-4:10pm, Pick-Staiger Stage University Singers: 3:30-4:50pm, MAB 109 Jazz Orchestra: 4:30-6:20pm, REG 011 Bienen Contemporary/Early Vocal Ensemble: 5:00-6:20pm, MAB 109

McCormick School of Engineering and Applied Science (MEAS)

Presentation and Q&A by Stephen Carr, Associate Dean of Undergraduate Engineering in Tech's Ryan Auditorium.

Medill school of journalism

A brief showcase of student work and reception with Medill faculty advisers in the McCormick Tribune Center Forum and Lobby.

school of communication (soc)

Dean Barbara O’Keefe and Associate Dean for Advising and Student Affairs Sally Ewing will speak briefly; mingle with advisors and staff at the Wallis Theater at 1949 Campus Drive. Light refreshments will be served.

School of education and social policy (SESP)

An open house and conversation with the faculty and staff will be hosted in the Student Affairs office on the first floor of Annenberg Hall, Room 123.

Weinberg College of arts and science (wcas)

1:30 - 2:00 PM - Join staff and students from Weinberg for refreshments and short conversation at Harris Hall Room 108. 2:00 - 2:20 PM, 2:25 - 2:45 PM - Families will have the opportunity to go to two specific interest meetings held by Weinberg staff and students. • Chicago Field Studies, University 122 • Study Abroad, Harris 107 • Research, Harris 108 • Student/Alumni Engagement, University 102

FRIDAY nov 7 Family Lectures Session 2 3:00 - 4:00 PM

The Case of the Spelunkian Explorers: Introduction to Legal Studies

Laura Beth Nielsen, Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences Location: University Hall 122 What happens when formal law does not adequately encompass social life? And what do we do when the law seems to compel an answer that does not promote justice? The rule of law is an important principle in American jurisprudence but can come into conflict with other equally important principles of justice. Law and Society students begin to explore these tensions using Lon Fullerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s famous Harvard Law Review article that focuses on the laws of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Newgarth,â&#x20AC;? a fictitious state in which a terrible tragedy occurred. Spelunkers Roger Whetmore and his companions were trapped in a cave and forced to revert to murder and cannibalism to survive. The case provides students (mostly freshman and sophomores) a way to begin to think through theories of judicial reasoning, moral philosophy, separation of powers, and the balance of law and society. Taught to a larger undergraduate audience, this lecture is the first substantive class in the required Legal Studies prerequisite course, Law and Society (Legal Studies 206 and Sociology 206). Legal Studies is not a pre-law or professional major; it is an interdisciplinary, liberal-arts major that combines social sciences (sociology, economics, psychology), humanities (history, literature) and law itself to develop critical analysis and writing skills.

The Resurgence of Long-Form Narrative: Magazine storytelling in interactive environments Patti Wolter, Medill School of Journalism Location: McCormick Foundation Center

Despite the dominance of our two-sentence, 140-character-driven news climate, long-form narrative storytelling is making a comeback in the digital

environment. Associate Professor Patti Wolter will explore this trend, share some of the best storytelling examples your computer, tablet and mobile phone offer, and talk about why these environments are good for immersive storytelling. Wolter joined the Medill faculty in the spring of 2002 after senior staff magazine jobs in New York, San Francisco and Chicago, including positions at Mother Jones and Self magazine. She specifically teaches in the areas of magazine editing and writing, health and science writing, and multiplatform publishing, and actively freelances for various consumer publications.

Everyday Optimization: How a Little Math Can Go a Long Way

Jill Wilson, McCormick School of Engineering and Applied Science Location: Technological Institute, LR2 Prof. Wilson is the Assistant Department Chair of the Department of Industrial Engineering and Management Sciences. She invites you to join her in learning about modern applications of optimization models. From package delivery and humanitarian logistics to cancer treatment planning and sports scheduling, optimization models impact decisions all around you—many that you aren’t even aware of! You will hear about some of these applications and suggest your own, then learn how to develop an optimization model typical of those used in practice. Prof. Wilson will conduct the session in the same way she conducts her undergraduate course (IEMS 313: Deterministic Models and Optimization) so expect to participate and even hear a terrible joke or two.

The All-Or-Nothing Marriage

Eli Finkel, Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences Location: Harris 107 This presentation distills insights from historical, sociological, and psychological analyses of marriage to develop the suffocation model of marriage in America. According to this model, contemporary Americans ask their marriage to help them fulfill their physiological and safety needs much less than in the past, but they ask it to help them fulfill their esteem and self-actualization needs much more than in the past. These changes require increased investment of time and psychological resources to foster the relational bond, but most Americans are investing less in their marriage, not more. As a result, mean levels of marital quality and personal well-being are declining. On the other hand, those marriages that are successfully meeting the esteem and self-actualization demands spouses are placing on the marriage are spectacularly fulfilling—more so than the best marriages of previous eras. The suffocation model seeks to explain this sharp bifurcation in marital outcomes, and it suggests several promising options for bolstering those marriages that are struggling.

FRIDAY nov 7 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

family weekend reception Our reception will feature welcome remarks from the Office of New Student and Family Programs as well as the Dean of Students. Other key staff members in Student Affairs as well as Family Ambassadors will be present to mingle with families. Appetizers will be served. Louis Room, Norris University Center

5:00 PM

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM -

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

6:00 PM

Family Reception at NU Hillel Join staff of NU Hillel for a reception featuring a performance by ShireiNU at 5:30 p.m. before Shabbat Services and Dinner. 629 Foster Street

Residential College Events Families with students in Residential Colleges (RC) are invited to a reception in their RC to see where their student lives and meet other members of the community. All Residential Colleges will be hosting a reception. Residential Colleges are highlighted on the campus map located in the back of this schedule.

Residence Hall Receptions Families of students living on campus are invited to see where their Northwestern student lives. Join us to meet some of the staff and student leaders in the community. Each Residence Hall will host a reception. Residence halls are highlighted on the campus map located in the back of this schedule.

Shabbat Services and Dinner at Hillel Weekly Shabbat services and dinners are a cornerstone of Northwestern's vibrant Jewish community. We hope that you will join students, other families and Hillel staff for Shabbat at Hillel. Services will begin at 6:00pm, and dinner will follow at 7:00pm. 629 Foster Street

7:30 PM

8:00 PM

8:00 PM 9:00 PM

9:30 PM

NU Revue Our yearly student variety show in its fourth production will feature the talented Northwestern student body in performances ranging from dance to a capella to comedy. Ryan Auditorium, Technological Institute *There will be no tickets to the NU Revue this year; seating will be firstcome, first-serve.

An Evening/Book Talk with David Flink In partnership with AccessibleNU, Family Weekend presents an Evening with David Flink. David Flink is the Co-Founder and CEO of Eye to Eye, the only national mentoring movement that is empowering young people with LD by giving them a mentor who shares that experience. His book is titled Thinking Differently: An Inspiring Guide for parents of Children with Learning Disabilities. McCormick Auditorium, Norris University Center

Little women Louisa May Alcott’s famous novel is reimagined in this lush musical featuring a powerful score soaring with the sounds of personal discovery, tragedy and hope -- the sounds of a young America finding its voice and one family’s astonishing journey to love and acceptance. Tickets can be purchased online or at the door. They are $30 for general public and $5 for NU students. Wirtz Center for the Performing Arts

Stargazing at the Observatory Families are invited to the Dearborn Observatory to take in all the sky has to offer with the historic 18.5’’ refracting telescope. The Dearborn Observatory *Sessions are 8:00 - 9:00 PM or 9:00 - 10:00 PM.

saturday

nov 8 8:00 Am

9:00 AM 10:00 Am

Campus Tour (walking and jogging) Families who havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t had a previous opportunity to tour the campus will join Family Ambassadors for a campus tour. Leaves from North Entrace of Norris University Center

interest sessions Please see the following page for interest session descriptions.

9:30 AM

Orthodox Shabbat Services at NU Hillel 629 Foster Street

10:30 AM

Kids Fare: Extraordinary Orchestra The Northwestern University Chamber Orchestra magically melds strings, brass, woodwinds, and percussion in this vibrant and exciting program featuring orchestral music from Bach to Brazilian. Contact Pick-Staiger Concert Hall regarding Tickets - 847-4674000. Tickets are $4 for students and $6 for the general public. Preconcert "instrument petting zoo" from 9:45 - 10:15 in the PickStaiger lobby, featuring Educational Strings provided by William Harris Lee & Co. Pick-Staiger Concert Hall

11:00 AM

Conversation with University President Morton Schapiro Join President Schapiro for a conversation about Northwestern and the student experience. Other key staff will be present to answer questions from family members. Coffee & Tea will be provided. Louis Room, Norris University Center

interestsessions sessions interest 9:00 and 10:00 AM

These three sessions will be offered at 9:00 AM and 10:00 AM

understanding and supporting your student

Northwestern Room 202. Counseling and Psychological Services’ Dr. Henry Perkins discusses college adjustment and the changing relationship between students and their families.

CAREER SERVICES FOR NORTHWESTERN STUDENTS

Lake Room 203. Northwestern Career Advancement will offer an overview of the career resources available to your student.

OFFICE OF STUDY ABROAD INFORMATION SESSION

Wildcat Room 101 . Each year, hundreds of Northwestern students participate in study abroad programs around the world. This session will provide insight into the process and possibilities of studying abroad.

9:00 - 10:30 AM These interest sessions will only be offered from 9:00 - 10:30 AM

Discussion on the Fraternity Experience Tour of Fraternity House

McCormick Auditorium – Tours. Learn more about the fraternity and sorority community at Northwestern. Current students and staff will highlight community values, recruitment, and activities in this discussion.

Discussion on the Sorority Experience Tour of Sorority House

saturday nov 8 game day schedule 12:30 PM

2:30 PM

Family Weekend Tailgate Join us for our annual Family Weekend Tailgate. The tailgate will feature delicious food, good music, and entertainment. For those who have not purchased tickets already, tickets will be available at the tailgate for $10 (cash only) until we are sold out. Ryan Field Practice Field

Northwestern Vs. Michigan Join us as we cheer on the Wildcats as they take on the Wolverines. Please purchase tickets from http://www.nusports.com/tickets. Ryan Field Practice Field

saturday nov 8 campus events 6:00 PM 8:00 PM

Dolphin Freshman Cabaret Freshman Cabaret is a fun and crazy Family Weekend Tradition, in which our new students strut their stuff with pop medleys, talent routines, and more. Tickets are $5 for students and $10 for adults. Tickets can be purchased at the door. McCormick Auditorium, Norris University Center *There are 2 showtime options at either 6 PM or 8 PM.

6:00 PM

Diwali Fest Diwali, also known as the "festival of lights," is an ancient Hindu Festival celebrated in autumn every year. The festival spiritually signifies the victory of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, good over evil, and hope over despair. Come join the South Asian Student Alliance as we celebrate this festival with Northwestern Mirch, Northwestern Anubhav, Deeva Dance Troupe, and Nithya. Tickets are $5 for students and $10 for families. Tickets also include a dinner and can be purchased at the door.Ryan Auditorium, Technological Institute

8:00 PM

8:00 PM 11:00 PM

little women Louisa May Alcott’s famous novel is reimagined in this lush musical featuring a powerful score soaring with the sounds of personal discovery, tragedy and hope -- the sounds of a young America finding its voice and one family’s astonishing journey to love and acceptance. Tickets can be purchased online or at the door. They are $30 for general public and $5 for NU students. Wirtz Center for the Performing Arts

Best of the Midwest A concert featuring a capella groups from all over the midwest including Northwestern’s own Purple Haze. Tickets can be purchased on Thursday and Friday at the Norris University Center, or at the door. Tickets are $5 for students and $10 for families. Jones Great Room *There are 2 showtime options at either 8 PM or 11 PM.

sunday sunday

nov 99 nov 9:00 AM

NU Hillel Family Brunch 629 Foster Street

10:00 AM

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Krispy Kreme Run 5K A 5K where every donut you eat subtracts from your time. Visit northwesterntriathlon.com to find out more. Registration on race day is $30 for families and $15 for students. Northwestern Lakefill

Family Weekend Brunch An opportunity to experience Northwestern's acclaimed oncampus dining, there will be a discounted brunch offered at three of our dining halls for our visiting family members. Dining Hall Options: Allison, Sargent, or Foster-Walker

2:00 PM

little women Louisa May Alcottâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s famous novel is reimagined in this lush musical featuring a powerful score soaring with the sounds of personal discovery, tragedy and hope -- the sounds of a young America finding its voice and one familyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s astonishing journey to love and acceptance. Tickets can be purchased online or at the door. They are $30 for general public and $5 for NU students. Wirtz Center for the Performing Arts

Wieboldt House (one block north) President’s Residence 2601 Orrington Avenue

Inset is one block north and 3⁄4 mile west

McGaw Memorial Hall/ Welsh-Ryan Arena Sharon J. Drysdale Field

Nicolet Football Center

Anderson Hall

Byron S.Coon Sports Center

Northwestern University Evanston, Illinois

Patten Gymnasium

Long Field (Recreation)

LINCOLN STREET

Career Services NORTH Elder

Kemper Slivka

Ryan Field

Beach

COLFAX STREET

Ayers

CAMPUS DRIVE

Trienens Hall

Practice Field for Tailgate ASBURY AVENUE

ASHLAND AVENUE

ISABELLA STREET

Rocky Miller Park

Goodrich

CENTRAL STREET

McCulloch

SHERIDAN ROAD

International Office

CTA el station NOYES

Bobb

Lindgren

DARTMOUTH PLACE

Henry Crown Sports Pavilion/ Combe Tennis Center

2303 Sheridan (CCS)

Sargent

ORRINGTON AVENUE

SHERMAN AVENUE

MAPLE AVENUE

CTA to Chicago

Lutheran Center

Lakeside Fields

Mudd Library Cook Hall

Technological Institute

Hogan Biological Sciences Building Pancoe-NSUHS Life Sciences Pavilion

HAVEN STREET

Catalysis Center SIMPSON STREET

Dearborn Observatory

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Inset is mile west

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2020 Ridge

Sheil Catholic Center

SIMPSON STREET

Shanley Hall

LIBRARY PLACE

Canterbury House

Annenberg Hall

NORTHWESTERN PLACE

Lunt Hall

Family Institute Blomquist Recreation Center Fiedler Hillel Center

HAMLIN ST

Allen Center

Silverman Hall

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GARRETT PLACE LEON PLACE

Ryan Hall

Shakespeare Garden

Seabury

Swift Hall Cresap Laboratory

Central Utility Plant

CAMPUS DRIVE

GAFFIELD

Leonard B. Thomas Athletic Complex

Frances Searle Building

TECH DRIVE

NOYES STREET

Owen L. Coon Forum Jacobs Center

FOSTER STREET

Arthur Andersen Hall

Hobart House

1856 Orrington 720 Emerson (SAI)

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Millar Chapel

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TREE

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Admission/ Financial Aid

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School of Continuing Studies

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1201 Davis DAV

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John Evans Alumni Center

AG O CHU

Boathouse

Jones CLA

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CTA to Chicago

CTA el station DAVIS

Louis Hall

1835 Hinman

AVE N TON

McManus Living-Learning Center

CHURCH STREET

Regenstein Hall

Lake Michigan Business Office

CHIC

Hilton Orrington

Levere Memorial Temple

CLARK STREET

Rebecca Crown Center

N RO

West Fairchild (ISRC) East Fairchild (CRC)

Theatre and Interpretation Center

Fisk Hall

Allison

Music Practice SHERMAN AVENUE

PARC

Shepard

AVE N

1800 Sherman Avenue

Lutkin Hall

Weber Arch

Music Admin.

McCormick Tribune Center

The Rock

Harris Hall

AVE N

Chapin

Scott Hall

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BENSON AVENUE

MAPLE AVENUE

1801 Maple Avenue

Cahn Auditorium

Rogers House

ORR

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Annie May Swift Hall Kresge Centennial Hall

Willard

Human Resources

Block Museum

University Hall

PMA

NMQ

Pick-Staiger Concert Hall

Deering Library

Searle Hall

EMERSON STREET

Norris University Center

University Library

SHERIDAN ROAD

Engelhart Hall

SHERIDAN ROAD

Foster-Walker

Leverone Hall

CAMPUS DRIVE

CTA el station FOSTER

Event locations Residence Halls Residential Colleges/Communities Shuttle Stop Dining Halls (Sargent, Allison, and

Foster-Walker locations are offering discounted brunch during family weekend).

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things to do in evanston & chicago Family Weekend is more than a schedule of events, it is time to become immersed in campus culture and the community. There is a great deal to take advantage of during your weekend visit not only from the ever-moving NU community but also from the surrounding Evanston and Chicago areas. We have put together some items for you to consider while you are here (you can even let your student tag along).

On campus

Get a glimpse of student life! Join your student for classes and meals. If you wish to attend a class with your student, please request that your student ask permission from his or her professor before making plans to attend. Class visits are subject to individual faculty approval. See and hear student talent. For the best in music and the performing arts, look no further than Northwestern's student music and performance groups! Enjoy the Block Museum. Through exhibitions, educational programs, and its Block Cinema film series, the Mary and Leigh Block Museum of Art is where the Northwestern community experiences excellence in the visual arts without leaving campus. Enjoy free admission to Northwestern's fitness facilityâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;the Henry Crown

Sports Pavilion, Norris Aquatics Center, and Combe Tennis Centerâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;including the Olympic-size pool, tennis courts, fitness classes, state-of-the-art exercise equipment, and a suspended track overlooking Lake Michigan. Find out more by visiting www.northwestern.edu/ fitness-recreation . Cheer for the Wildcats! On Saturday, join us for the Family Weekend Tailgate and then watch the Wildcats take to the gridiron in a traditional fall rite at Ryan Field. Families can also attend the pregame Pep Rally at Wildcat Alley next to the Family Weekend Tailgate. Plan-it Purple is constantly updated with all events that are hosted on the NU campus.

In the community

Explore the picturesque town that hosts your student throughout the year. Evanston is a terrific town right outside of Chicago that has many shopping and dining locations in walking distance of campus. Visit the Downtown Evanston website for more information. Visiting families are encouraged to sample the restaurants, theaters, shops, parks, and other attractions that Chicago has to offer. Selected destinations and events are highlighted at the Chicago North Shore Convention and Visitors Bureau and the Chicago Office of Tourism .

Do you feel like taking in some of Chicago's cultural offerings? There are an array of museums that house anything and everything. Some of our favorites are Shedd Aquarium, The Field Museum, The Art Institute of Chicago, Adler Planetarium, Museum of Science and Industry, and Museum of Contemporary Art.

other Chicago Attractions

Wendella Chicago Architecure Boat Tours - Starting at the dock by Trump Tower, this river boat tour provides a beautiful and unique setting to view and learn about the city's architectural heritage and history. Daily tours are at 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Additionally, tours leave at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Tickets should be purchased in advance. Willis (Sears) Tower is the tallest in the Western Hemisphere and attracts more than 1.3 million visitors each year. Venture onto The Ledge for a unique and daring view from 103 stories high. The Tower is open daily from 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.; tickets must be purchased at the door. Hancock Observatory offers 360 degree views of the city from the Magnificent Mile in downtown Chicago. Night or day, a trip to the top is a great way to view the city. The observatory is open daily from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. (last admission at 10:30 p.m.); tickets may be purchased at the door.

The Second City comedy theatre is the leader in improv-based sketch comedy. Legendary Second City alums include Bill Murray, Dan Akroyd, Tina Fey, Steve Carrell, and Stephen Colbert. Shows run at various times throughout the day; it is suggested to purchase tickets online in advance. Lincoln Park Zoo provides free, familyfriendly animal experience in the heart of Chicago. Visit lions, tigers, bears, (bulls), and more! For over 10 years, Navy Pier has been the place where all of Chicagoland and Tourists alike come together to enjoy all the fun and beauty of a day on Lake Michigan. Chicago Segway Tours - Discover the beauty and excitement of the Windy City through a Seway tour of Chicago. Tours begin at $79 and run throughout the day; tickets should be purchased online in advance. Are you looking for a wallet-friendly day in Chicago? Feel free to peruse websites such as Groupon (did you know Groupon was started by a NU alum?), Living Social and Metro Mix Chicago. These sights will display discounts and weekend events in the Windy City.

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