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PARENT AND FAMILY GUIDE / a
Parent and Family Guide
2015–16 Provided to parents and families by the Office of New Student and Family Programs, Division of Student Affairs Northwestern University
Dear Wildcat family members, On behalf of the whole Northwestern community, I express my heartfelt best wishes for the 2015–16 academic year and beyond. We expect your pride in being a Wildcat family to be great from the start, and our wish is that it will last long after your student marches in Commencement ceremonies.
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This fall the newest Wildcats embark on a journey—symbolically launched by the March through the Arch—that will affect their adult years in profound ways. All of us at Northwestern are committed to making that journey rewarding and fulfilling. As Wildcat family members, you are our full-time partners in this. Whether this is the first or the fourth time you are sending a child to college, you and your family will have questions about the roles you and the University are expected to play. The goals of this Parent and Family Guide are to address some of those questions and to acquaint you more fully with our community. As parents and as higher education professionals, my colleagues and I know that families can gain a valuable perspective on the University and its mission through active engagement. We encourage you to be involved members of the Northwestern family and to make the most of the relationships you gain here. Wildcat families trust University administrators, staff, and faculty to make the Northwestern experience a vital touchstone in every student’s life. I am confident that together we can build a solid foundation for your child’s success and create possibilities now that will bring lifelong rewards. Go ’Cats! Sincerely,
Patricia F. Hilkert Director, New Student and Family Programs
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Transition
First-year transition Common first-year challenges
Phase 6: The grass is always greener. Now that
Passage through distinct phases is part of the first-
the novelty of college has worn off and the hard
year experience for most Northwestern students.
work keeps coming, some students fantasize that
Families who know the signs of these phases—the
transferring to a different school would solve all
10 most common are described here—are more
their problems.
likely to recognize when encouragement, straightforward talk, or tacit empathy is called for.
Phase 7: You can’t go home again. On their first visit home, students may be shocked to discover
Phase 1: Early-summer anticipation. Your high
that ordinary family life—with its daily ups and
school senior has graduated and starts the summer
downs and choices big and small—has gone on
with a mix of sadness, pride in past achievements,
without them, as if their absence had no effect.
and anticipation.
Phase 8: Primitive coping behaviors. With fall
Phase 2: Midsummer anxiety. When it dawns on
quarter winding down, students finally figure out
students that in a few weeks they will be leaving
how to use the library and stay on top of their
their homes, families, and friends behind, feelings
laundry—exciting (if small) victories that prove
of insecurity emerge.
they know and can do whatever it takes to get by.
Phase 3: Early-fall panic. Having plunged into
Phase 9: Realization. Around winter quarter, and
Northwestern life during Wildcat Welcome, your
possibly triggered by reaching another reading
student may feel overwhelmed on multiple fronts:
week (as the time before final exams and deadlines
a roommate (or two) to live with, a new setting to
is known at Northwestern), students make a major
navigate, assignments to complete in record time,
realization: an enormous amount of hard work is
and a mostly unfamiliar social world.
ahead—not just between now and the end of the quarter or the end of the year. The whole future, it
Phase 4: The honeymoon. Students immerse them-
seems, hinges on consistent academic success.
selves in the heady combination of new friends, newfound independence, and suddenly abundant
Phase 10: Putting it together. By the end of their
opportunities for unsupervised fun. They take
first year, students start to see college as a total
every chance to prove and enjoy their Northwestern
experience. They know that hard work and achieve-
worthiness—academically and otherwise.
ment must be priorities, but there must also be room for downtime and enjoyment of life. Your stu-
Phase 5: The honeymoon’s over. Where did the
dent commits to making the most of the Northwest-
time go? Where is all this hard work coming from?
ern experience—and choosing the scenic route to
Especially for overextended students, the honey-
take through it whenever possible.
moon ends when questions like these come up, mingled with regret and homesickness.
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Typical student worries
Roles of parents and families
Below are seven broad issues that typically cause
Parental and family support can translate into pow-
concern in first-time college students. Since the
erful encouragement for a first-year student. This
questions raised may be tough to vocalize openly, it
is the support that sends positive, reinforcing mes-
helps when parents and family members are aware
sages: “You have what it takes to be responsible.”
of them. Ideally, let them be “on the table” for con-
“You know how to take care of yourself.” “No one
versations before each new quarter begins.
knows your strengths and limits as well as you do,
Reasons for being in college: Why am I at North-
and we trust you to get help when you need it.”
western? Is it because I want to be? Or is it because
KEY POINTS TO REMEMBER
others (parents or relatives, teachers, peers) expect
Allow your student to figure out how to fit in.
me to be? Separation fears: Can I survive on my own? Will I make new friends? What was I thinking when I chose a college this far from home? Identity questions: Who am I really? How can I let myself “just be me” if the real me could alienate,
There is a wide range of what is normal or okay out there—a surprisingly wide range.
Remember that this is a time of transition. College students often change their minds, and that’s okay. A switch of major—three or more times—is not uncommon.
Your student might fail at something. Poor
disappoint, or even shock friends and family? Do I
performance in one course does not mean he or
risk losing their esteem—or my own self-respect?
she is a failure in anything else. Focus instead on the amount of effort, aptitude, and interest
Social acceptance: How will I fit in? How am I supposed to act around my fellow students and
your student put into the class.
Attempt regular communication but don’t force
my professors? Do I just follow the crowd when I
it. Don’t be concerned if your student isn’t always
don’t feel like deciding things for myself?
responsive. Remember that asking about what’s
Relating to strangers: Will it be awkward to be with others whose race, class, or values differ from mine? How will I react to people who don’t share my religious beliefs? Is there a limit to how much difference I can tolerate? Academic achievement: Will I excel at Northwestern despite not knowing my way around at first, taking tough courses, and making time to have a social life? What if I can’t keep up? Will professors be sympathetic if I’m struggling? Can I get help without jeopardizing my GPA?
going on at Northwestern in general is a way to show interest without seeming critical or meddling. Having casual conversations—with no ulterior motives—may reveal specific points of concern more reliably than predetermining a set of talking points.
Expect some tough times. Learning to cope with new people, responsibilities, and ideas may cause your student confusion and discomfort. These are normal growing pains.
When things don’t go as planned Fall quarter is over, your student returns home for
Figuring out the system: How do grades work at
the holiday break, and the family is enjoying the
Northwestern? Can I delay picking a major? Will
reunion. For students with a superb academic per-
getting financial aid be a hassle?
formance under their belt, the break feels great; but
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Transition
for those displeased with their grades or their over-
says, “I’d like to know,” not “You owe me this infor-
all Northwestern experience so far, the end of the
mation.” It affirms that while your student’s actions
quarter may seem like the end of the world.
are not under your control, you still care and want
If your student comes home in low spirits, use
to know about them.
the break to examine why. You might hear some of the following reasons: “The demands on my time
Ways to keep in touch
piled up while time itself kept slipping away.” “The
Families are encouraged to be involved with North-
less-structured environment was hard to get used
western and stay well informed all year. Keeping
to.” “Some big changes in relationships (with fam-
up with news on the Northwestern home page and
ily, high school friends, a former or new romantic
through social media, getting tickets to sports
interest) caused a lot of stress.” “Having a work-
events, and attending Family Weekend are all great
study job left less time and energy for coursework.”
ways to keep in touch with the University.
“I realized my first choice of major was all wrong, and that was demotivating.” First-year students are more apt to view their
Families who join the electronic mailing list of New Student and Family Programs (NSFP) receive the monthly e-newsletter Wildcat Family Focus and
fall-quarter performance as mediocre when they
other news and content of interest. Instructions for
compare it with their high school record. Such
joining the list are found on the NSFP website at
comparisons overlook a simple reality: college-level
northwestern.edu/orientation/families.
work and the University’s grading system are more
Each fall, Family Weekend allows families
rigorous than any high school’s. It is unrealistic to
of undergraduates to spend time on campus and
think that a stellar GPA in secondary school guar-
experience the Northwestern community firsthand.
antees similar success at Northwestern. In fact, at
Class visits, meetings with administrators and
the college level, success cannot be measured by
deans, athletic events, and a Q&A with President
grades alone; its meaning expands to include much
Schapiro are usually among the weekend’s activi-
more than it ever did before.
ties. Online registration begins in mid-June. Watch
If the fall was disappointing academically, socially, or otherwise, remember that January
for announcements in Wildcat Family Focus. Northwestern’s website—northwestern.edu
marks the beginning of a new quarter—and all-new
—is the best starting point for finding information
chances to turn things around. By taking time dur-
about the University. Other sources include the
ing the break to plan constructive action—identify-
quarterly alumni magazine, Northwestern, which
ing the steps needed for improvement, committing
is mailed to all families of undergraduates; and the
to taking them, and turning plans into actions—
Daily Northwestern student newspaper, which can
your student can enhance the likelihood of a satis-
be read online at dailynorthwestern.com.
fying, successful winter. Recognizing the signs of a struggling student can be challenging, especially from a distance. To support your student as the next quarter gets under way, it’s important to show interest—something quite different from being demanding. Interest
Academics
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Academics have a common priority—undergraduate teaching
SEARLE CENTER FOR ADVANCING LEARNING AND TEACHING
and learning. But the campus culture is decentral-
northwestern.edu/searle/academic-portal
ized, with each school setting the number and type
The Searle Center for Advancing Learning and
of requirements for its degree programs and with
Teaching offers academic-support programs and
its faculty determining the curricula and approv-
learning-enrichment opportunities—including
ing new programs and courses. In every school,
peer-led study groups, academic skills support, and
however, there are general education requirements
preparation for research experiences. The center
as well as intensive coursework in a major. Cross-
hosts Northwestern’s Academic Resource Portal,
school collaboration among faculty and students
which provides information on tutoring and study
is common and valued. The scholars and accom-
groups for a wide range of courses, as well as
plished professionals who make up the faculty inte-
advice on learning strategies and links to key aca-
grate their research and professional experience
demic resources at Northwestern. The Searle Center
into classroom instruction. As a result, students are
also offers extensive programming for faculty and
exposed to the latest perspectives and engage with
graduate teaching assistants to support them in
professionals excited about their work. Each school
creating engaged and meaningful classroom learn-
also encourages independent student research or
ing experiences for Northwestern undergraduates.
All six of Northwestern’s undergraduate schools
creative work with faculty. Field study, internship, and off-campus research opportunities are avail-
UNIVERSITY ACADEMIC ADVISING CENTER
able during both the regular academic year and
northwestern.edu/advising-center
Summer Session. Northwestern also encourages
The University Academic Advising Center focuses
study abroad. Early planning should allow most
on supporting students interested in careers in
students, regardless of school or major, to study
the health professions. UAAC advisers help stu-
abroad and still graduate within four years.
dents explore options aligned with their personal interests and life goals. Advising revolves around
Academic advising and support Each new student chooses courses in consultation with at least one school-assigned adviser. In addition to planning for course registration, advising sessions help students think carefully about academic interests and the breadth of opportunity at Northwestern.
coursework, standardized exams (MCAT, DAT, PCAT, etc.), application timelines, personal statements, and the experiential components necessary for a competitive application. The UAAC hosts workshops and presentations each year, some featuring admissions officers from health professions programs and student panels, and offers recurring information sessions designed to give first-year students an overview of the premed student experience at Northwestern.
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Academics
UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES
reprimand, suspension, denial of honors, or perma-
www.library.northwestern.edu
nent exclusion from Northwestern, for example).
Located at the heart of campus, the main University
Students charged with violations may not change
Library is home to 6 million volumes, including its
their registration in a course in which a charge is
renowned African studies, music, and transporta-
pending or a finding of a violation has been made.
tion libraries. It offers services and instruction sessions to help students navigate its resources, and
Academic standing
its staff includes a librarian for first-year students
Decisions about academic standing are the respon-
and librarian-specialists in more than 65 subjects.
sibility of the faculty of the school in which your
Open until 3 a.m. on most nights (24/7 during final
student is registered. Academic probation consti-
exams), University Library, Deering Library, and
tutes notice of unsatisfactory performance and may
Mudd Library provide a variety of spaces for quiet
be imposed when a student is not maintaining min-
study and collaborative group work, including
imum standards for graduation. It is intended to be
many with access to computers, printers, scanners,
helpful rather than punitive and does not become
and media software.
part of a student’s permanent academic record. The
WRITING RESOURCE CENTER
www.writing.northwestern.edu The Writing Place, located in University Library’s North Tower, is a writing resource center. Undergraduates with superior writing skills are trained to help their peers at all stages of the writing process—from narrowing a topic and formulating ideas to evaluating and revising rough drafts. The School of Professional Studies (SPS) Writing Place serves students at the Chicago campus. In-person and online appointments are available with Writing Place tutors, most of whom are MA/MFA candidates or SPS graduates.
Academic integrity northwestern.edu/provost/students/integrity
Undergraduate Education chapter of the Under graduate Catalog—found on the registrar’s website at www.registrar.northwestern.edu—identifies some circumstances that might lead to probation. Students may be dismissed for academic deficiencies when their academic records do not improve significantly during probation. (See the online Undergraduate Catalog for some circumstances that may lead to dismissal.) The cumulative academic record is considered in every case involving academic dismissal. As a matter of general policy, the probationary period for a first-year student may be extended to the third quarter of residence at Northwestern if that appears to be in the best interests of the student and of the University, but not if the student’s record clearly discloses lack of aptitude or flagrant neglect of work.
Upon arrival at Northwestern, your student belongs to a community of scholars who respect individual
Course registration
achievement and have a fundamental commitment
New students register for fall classes during
to academic integrity. A statement about academic
Wildcat Welcome, after they and their advisers have
integrity appears on the University provost’s web-
agreed on a course schedule. Course descriptions
site and is available as a brochure in the dean’s
appear in the online Undergraduate Catalog, and
office of each school. It gives examples of viola-
quarterly class listings appear on CAESAR,
tions (plagiarism, cheating, fabrication of data, etc.)
the University’s student information portal:
and describes the sanctions that may be imposed
northwestern.edu/caesar.
following a violation (grade reduction, letter of
Academics
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Grades and exams
find it hard to let their student spread new wings
The following system is used in computing the
and take flight (and occasionally lose altitude and/
grade point average (GPA):
or fall to earth). But parents who come to their stu-
Grade Points
dent’s rescue at the first sign of distress deny their
A 4.0
child valuable life lessons about facing challenges
A– 3.7
and recovering from mistakes.
B+ 3.3
It is normal for families to wonder how first-
B 3.0
year classes are going and to be curious about
B– 2.7
grades. The best way to get answers is to ask your
C+ 2.3
student directly, phrasing questions pointedly but
C 2.0
without prying. Instead of saying, “How’s every-
C– 1.7
thing going?” a family member might ask, “What
D 1.0
do you like most about Northwestern so far? Has
F 0.0
anything surprised you? What are your biggest
X
0.0 Failed to earn credit; missed final exam
challenges?”
Y
0.0 Failed to earn credit; work incomplete
Asking your student is in fact your only means
Notations ignored in computing the GPA:
of finding out about academic performance. If
P
Pass with credit
you contact Northwestern to request information
N
No grade, no credit
about your student’s grades or compliance with the
K
In progress
University’s expectations, you will be overstepping
S
Satisfactory (noncredit course)
bounds set by FERPA, the 1974 Family Educational
U
Unsatisfactory (noncredit course)
Rights and Privacy Act.
W
Withdrawn by permission If an X or Y is to be changed and credit estab-
FERPA defines exactly what information in the records—such as grades, enrollment status, and
lished, the deficiencies must be made up before the
billing for tuition and fees—Northwestern may
end of the following quarter of attendance.
share with third parties, including parents. In com-
Professors may schedule exams anytime during
pliance with FERPA, grade reports are not automat-
the quarter, with midterms often occurring between
ically mailed home; students are solely responsible
the third and seventh weeks; final exams are sched-
for disclosing their grades to their family members
uled at the times indicated in the quarterly class
and may download their quarterly grade report or
schedule. Permission to be absent from the final
request that it be mailed to them or to their family’s
examination is given by the instructor and the dean
address. For a detailed explanation of FERPA, see
only for cause beyond the student’s control and is
www.registrar.northwestern.edu.
usually secured before the exam date. The quarterly GPA required for the dean’s
Graduation and honors
list varies by school and ranges from 3.7 to 4.0.
Undergraduates must file a degree application
Students may inquire in their dean’s office.
one calendar year before anticipated graduation. Students in the Robert R. McCormick School of
EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS AND PRIVACY
Engineering and Applied Science must file with
Some first-time Wildcat parents whose natural
the school’s Undergraduate Engineering Office;
impulse is to provide close oversight and protection
students in other schools file with the University registrar. An annual all-University Commencement
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Academics
is held in June, and each school also hosts its own
by the school. Assistance is available from the
graduation convocation.
Office of the Registrar at 847-491-5234.
Graduation honors are determined by grades in all work at Northwestern. Students in the high-
Transferring course credit
est 5 percent of their undergraduate school class
Before taking courses at another institution in the
are awarded degrees summa cum laude; those in
summer or during the regular academic year, a stu-
the next 8 percent, magna cum laude; and those in
dent already enrolled at Northwestern must receive
the next 12 percent, cum laude. Graduating seniors
approval to transfer the credits. Forms for obtain-
who have demonstrated outstanding talent in con-
ing approval are available in each school’s dean’s
nection with a research project or work of an inte-
office and at www.registrar.northwestern.edu.
grative nature may receive departmental honors. Students are nominated by their departments, and the school’s faculty makes the final decisions. Students may be selected for membership in
Undergraduate Registration Requirement www.registrar.northwestern.edu/graduation
certain honorary societies for superior scholarship
/undergraduate-registration-requirement.html
or other outstanding achievements. New mem-
The Undergraduate Registration Requirement
bers are announced in the annual Commencement
applies to undergraduate students seeking a bach-
program.
elor’s degree, and the requirement must be met in
EXTERNAL FELLOWSHIPS
northwestern.edu/fellowships Students who demonstrate superior scholarship may apply for external fellowships with help from the Office of Fellowships. The staff has expertise in identifying funding opportunities that are a good fit for students. These may include, but not be limited to, such major fellowships as Gates Cambridge, Luce, Marshall, Rhodes, and Truman, as well as the Fulbright Scholars Program, which funds research and study in 140 countries worldwide. National Science Foundation, Javits, and other awards programs have underwritten PhD study and research for dozens of Northwestern graduates. Other fellowships match students with policy makers and other professionals in government and inter national organizations.
Transferring between schools
addition to the degree requirements established by the various school faculties. The URR is predicated on the principle that when a bachelor’s degree is earned at Northwestern, the majority of the academic work is completed at the University. Students should know all provisions of the URR; questions about their interpretation or permissible URR variances may be directed to the registrar at 847-4915234 or nu-registrar@northwestern.edu.
Withdrawing from Northwestern After registering for classes in any quarter, students who wish to withdraw from the University must immediately file a withdrawal form, obtainable from the registrar’s office or the dean’s office of each school. Withdrawal takes effect the day that the completed form, bearing the required signatures, is received by the registrar. Students who have taken the final exam may not withdraw and must take the grade they earned. Students who have
A student who wishes to transfer from one
withdrawn and wish to reenter must file an appli-
Northwestern undergraduate school to another
cation with the registrar six weeks before reentry.
must follow guidelines set by the University and
Campus life
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Campus life Campus Inclusion and Community northwestern.edu/inclusion The mission of the Department of Campus Inclusion and Community is to work collaboratively with the University community to cultivate inclusive learning environments through the intentional engagement with difference across and within various identities. CIC pursues this mission by providing opportunities for dialogue, leadership development, cultural competency education, social justice training, and advocacy. CIC comprises three collaborative areas— Multicultural Student Affairs, Social Justice Education, and Student Enrichment Services—focusing on education, engagement, and enrichment. MULTICULTURAL STUDENT AFFAIRS
Multicultural Student Affairs enriches the cultural experience of Northwestern through educational programs and services focusing on leadership, community engagement, identity development, and identity expression. MSA services are offered in three spaces on campus: the Gender and Sexuality Resource Center (third floor, Norris University Center), the Multicultural Center (1936 Sheridan Road), and the Black House (1914 Sheridan Road). In addition, MSA advises more than 60 student groups, including Alianza, Northwestern’s Latino Student Alliance; the Asian Pacific American Coalition (APAC); For Members Only (FMO), Northwestern’s
topics of inclusion, identity development, and social justice. SJE sponsors Peer Inclusion Educators (PIE), a student organization that facilitates social justice programming; and Sustained Dialogue, a student-facilitated program that encourages students to engage in conversations across lines of difference. STUDENT ENRICHMENT SERVICES
Student Enrichment Services works with lowincome and/or first-generation students to enhance their academic success, personal development, and professional growth. Through campuswide partnerships, SES builds an inclusive Northwestern community by engaging students and their allies with programming and dialogue around the low-income and first-generation experience.
Campus safety northwestern.edu/up No college campus is completely insulated from the pressures and problems of everyday life. Northwestern’s urban/suburban location has many advantages, but potential problems are inherent in such a setting. Violent crime in the area is relatively rare; by far the principal campus crime is theft. Campus crime statistics are posted by University Police at northwestern.edu/up/safety/annual -report/index.html. Any parent with a concern about safety may call Dean of Students Todd Adams at 847-491-8430 (see next page for more
Black Student Alliance; and Rainbow Alliance.
information).
SOCIAL JUSTICE EDUCATION
whose services include safety initiatives, crime
CIC’s newest office, Social Justice Education offers workshops and training for students focused on
University Police employs well-trained officers prevention, law enforcement, parking control, special-event policing, and emergency management.
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Campus life
Most University Police officers hold college degrees;
students may receive up to 12 appointments with a
all are police academy graduates with full law-
CAPS therapist at no cost. Psychiatric services are
enforcement authority. The office is open 24/7 and
offered only when a student is in ongoing counsel-
may be reached in nonemergencies at 847-491-3456.
ing at CAPS. A therapist is on call 24/7 year-round
Numerous readily accessible indoor and outdoor
for emergencies. The phone number to call for an
emergency phones connect directly with University
appointment, further information, or assistance in
Police from all parts of campus.
after-hours emergencies is 847-491-2151.
University Police emphasizes that the key to safety on campus is student awareness. Officers
Office of the Dean of Students
speak to all new students, discussing crime preven-
Based in the Division of Student Affairs, the Office
tion and ways to contribute to personal safety and
of the Dean of Students is a central resource for
to security in the residence halls.
student life issues and oversees five other offices:
Please note that the University insures only its
AccessibleNU, New Student and Family Programs,
own property and is not responsible for any prop
Off-Campus Life, Student Assistance and Support
erty it does not own. Students are encouraged to
Services, and Student Conduct and Conflict Reso-
see if their families’ homeowner’s insurance poli
lution. Undergraduates, graduate students, par-
cies cover theft of belongings on campus.
ents, faculty, and staff who have any questions or concerns regarding student life may contact Todd
Counseling and Psychological Services
Adams, dean of students, at dos@northwestern .edu or 847-491-8430.
northwestern.edu/counseling Emotional or psychological challenges arise for
ACCESSIBLENU
most students at some point, and coping can be
northwestern.edu/accessiblenu
made more difficult by students’ separation from
The AccessibleNU Center facilitates reasonable
their primary support network of family and
accommodations for Northwestern students with
friends. At these times, counseling can be a safe,
disabilities and other conditions. In addition to
supportive, and objective way for students to sort
supporting the self-determination of these stu-
out problems. With a professional staff compris-
dents, ANU works to raise campus-wide awareness
ing psychologists, psychiatrists, and social work-
of issues of access, thus enriching the experience
ers, Northwestern’s Counseling and Psychological
of the University community as a whole. While not
Services (CAPS) offers core short-term mental
required, registering with ANU is strongly recom-
health services that include one-on-one counseling
mended for any student who has a physical dis-
sessions, psychotherapy groups, psychiatric and
ability, a diagnosed psychological condition, a
medication consultation, educational programs on
learning and/or attention disorder, a severe food
various topics, off-campus referrals when appropri-
allergy, or other such condition, because ANU is the
ate, and crisis consultation and intervention. Stu-
proper channel for requesting accommodations if
dents can be assured of confidentiality; only with a
and when needed. Northwestern respects students’
student’s written permission or under other limited
rights to confidentiality, and no disability-related
circumstances as prescribed by Illinois state law
information appears on transcripts or other North-
will anyone outside of CAPS be given information
western records. More information is available on
about a student’s counseling. Full-time enrolled
the website or by contacting ANU at 847-467-5530 or accessiblenu@northwestern.edu.
Campus life
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NEW STUDENT AND FAMILY PROGRAMS
resources. Through the online portal NUhelp, stu-
northwestern.edu/orientation
dents can report any concerns regarding their own
The Office of New Student and Family Programs is
or another student’s well-being, explore health and
responsible for Wildcat Welcome, First-Year Experi-
wellness program offerings, and find sources
ence initiatives, Family Weekend, Wildcat Family
of academic assistance specific to their school.
Focus e-newsletter, and other programs and services that help acclimate students and their families to life at Northwestern. NSFP is also home to
STUDENT CONDUCT AND CONFLICT RESOLUTION
the Wildcat Welcome Board of Directors—a select
northwestern.edu/student-conduct
cohort of undergraduate students who assist the
The Office of Student Conduct and Conflict Reso-
professional NSFP staff all year—as well as the
lution provides leadership in resolving student
more than 200 undergraduates who are selected
conduct and conflict concerns at Northwestern. The
and trained to serve as peer advisers for new stu-
purpose of OSCCR is to promote integrity, civility,
dents or as family ambassadors for families attend-
respect, and accountability within the University
ing Parent and Family Orientation during Wildcat
community and to provide equitable and effective
Welcome. NSFP facilitates year-round leadership
means for resolving situations in which one or
training and professional development for these
more Northwestern students, student groups, or
student leaders.
student organizations may have violated a non‑ academic standard or policy of the University.
OFF-CAMPUS LIFE
To report a student conflict or conduct-related
northwestern.edu/offcampus
concern, a student may email student-conduct
The Off-Campus Life Office is the first point of
@northwestern.edu, use the link at northwestern
contact for students living or moving off campus.
.edu/student-conduct/reporting-a-concern/how
Committed to serving the best interests of North-
-to-report-a-concern, or speak with a member of
western students—the one and only constituency of
the OSCCR staff, Residential Life staff, or Univer-
OCL—the office fosters working relationships with
sity Police. OSCCR will follow up with the reporting
others concerned with matters of students’ rights,
student by requesting additional information or
responsibilities, and access to resources, both at
clarification, answering any questions, and outlin-
the University and in the surrounding communities.
ing the options available for resolution. Additional information about Northwestern’s process for
STUDENT ASSISTANCE AND SUPPORT SERVICES
resolving student conduct concerns can be found
northwestern.edu/nuhelp
at northwestern.edu/student-conduct/student
Most students enter Northwestern prepared to
-conduct-process/overview.
manage the everyday stresses of college life. But
If a report alleges that your student may have
when unforeseen life events—unexpected illness or
been involved in a University policy violation,
injury, a personal or family crisis—or other major
OSCCR or a member of the Residential Life staff
disruptions interfere with their academic, extra-
will send a letter by email to your student; the let-
curricular, or social success, students may turn to
ter will outline the nature of the concern and call
the Student Assistance and Support Services (SASS)
for a meeting with the staff member. Intended to
team for help. SASS fosters students’ well-being by
be an educational and developmental experience,
providing referrals and facilitating access to a well-
the meeting will give your student the opportunity
coordinated network of campus and community
to discuss the incident and provide any relevant
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information. Parents with questions may contact
further disciplinary sanctions, including, but not
OSCCR at 847-491-4582 or student-conduct
limited to, probation, suspension, and exclusion
@northwestern.edu.
from the University and relocation or removal from University housing.
Drug and alcohol policy
To promote student health and safety, North-
Before they get to college, many—though not all—
western has a Responsible Action Protocol that is
first-year students have already had occasion to
designed to encourage students to seek prompt,
decide whether and under what circumstances to
professional medical assistance in emergencies,
use alcohol or illegal drugs. Exposure to these sub-
particularly those involving possible alcohol poi-
stances, along with the social and peer pressure
soning or drug overdose. The protocol provides an
to use them, often increases in the campus setting.
incentive to call for help by eliminating or lessening
Some recent national trends suggest that even for-
disciplinary outcomes for students who act respon-
mer nondrinkers tend to drink at some point during
sibly and seek assistance even though they might
their first year of college.
have committed infractions before or in conjunction
Northwestern students are subject to Illinois
with the emergency. In any emergency, students
law, which prohibits the provision of alcohol to and
should always call-stay-cooperate—call 911, stay
the possession of liquor by any person under the
with the person needing assistance, and cooperate
age of 21. Illinois law also provides for penalties
with emergency and Northwestern officials.
for possessing any fraudulent evidence of age and identity, including a fake driver’s license or ID, or
Financial aid
selling or furnishing any fraudulent evidence of age
undergradaid.northwestern.edu
and identity to any person under 21. The use or pos-
Grants, loans, and part-time jobs are awarded to
session of illegal drugs and controlled substances
full-time undergraduate students based on need.
is also prohibited. Additionally, students under 21
Students must reapply for aid each year and in mid-
are not permitted to be in the presence of alcohol
February are emailed instructions for reapplication,
(and no students are allowed to be in the presence
which is usually due May 1. For entering first-year
of drug use) in University-owned housing, including
students, financial aid is generally renewable for a
fraternity and sorority houses.
maximum of 12 quarters of full-time enrollment or
The misuse of alcohol and the illegal use of
its equivalent. In the event of dramatic changes in
narcotics or other controlled substances are serious
their financial circumstances, students not cur-
threats to the health of the user and the well-being
rently receiving aid should contact the Office of
and safety of members of our community. In addi-
Undergraduate Financial Aid at 847-491-7400 or
tion to legal penalties, students involved in alcohol-
undergradaid@u.northwestern.edu.
or drug-related incidents may face disciplinary actions and be required to undergo evaluation by a substance-abuse counselor and, if appropriate,
Fraternity and sorority life northwestern.edu/gogreek
a mandatory program of education and treatment.
Northwestern’s fraternity and sorority community
Students who repeatedly engage in such incidents,
comprises 45 organizations, including 29 that are
who are involved in serious or egregious matters,
housed on campus, 9 that are culturally based, and
or who fail to follow prescribed treatment will face
7 that are historically African American. More than
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40 percent of undergraduates belong to this unique
claims, and processes related to referrals and
values-based community. Students who join frater-
precertification for specialty healthcare services—
nities and sororities develop close interpersonal
whether your student is in the NU/Aetna plan or
relationships and benefit from experiences in com-
has coverage through your own insurance carrier.
munity service and philanthropy, academic sup-
While staff cannot submit claims on your behalf,
port, and leadership development while on campus.
they can guide you to resources available through
In addition, students are offered the opportunity to
your insurance carrier.
learn and benefit from a network of lifelong members. Those involved in these organizations also
HEALTH INSURANCE STANDARDS
have the chance to interact with administrators and
Enrollment in the NU/Aetna Student Health Insur-
other student leaders across campus while working
ance Plan is mandatory unless a student provides
on collaborative initiatives.
evidence of having health insurance coverage that is comparable. International students holding an
Health insurance northwestern.edu/healthservice-evanston
F-1 or J-1 visa may not waive the NU/Aetna plan. The coverage provided by your health insur-
/insurance-patient-accounts/health-insurance
ance plan must meet applicable criteria in order to
All full-time Northwestern undergraduates must
qualify you to waive participation in the NU/Aetna
have health insurance coverage that meets stan-
plan. Waivers will be denied unless your plan meets
dards set by the University (see next column). New
the following requirements:
students who are US citizens or permanent resi-
• It provides coverage for routine, nonemergency
dents are required to complete the online Coverage
care (“in-network” providers) in addition to emer-
Selection Form by October 1 (different deadlines
gency care in the Chicago area. (Chicago-area
apply to students entering Northwestern in winter
health systems include Northwestern Medicine,
or spring quarter). On this form they indicate their
NorthShore University HealthSystem, Advocate
choice to enroll or waive enrollment in the Northwestern University/Aetna Student Health Insurance Plan. Failure to complete the form results in
Presence, and Resurrection Health.) • It provides coverage for essential health benefits per the Affordable Care Act (ACA):
automatic enrollment in the Aetna plan. After a stu-
- outpatient care (ambulatory patient services)
dent’s CAESAR account has been charged for enroll-
- emergency services
ment, plan participation may not be cancelled until
- hospitalization (treatment for inpatient medical
the following September. In keeping with a mandate set by the provost,
and mental health care) - mental health services and addiction treatment
Northwestern requires international students—
- prescription drugs
defined as those holding F-1 or J-1 visas—to be
- maternity and newborn care
automatically enrolled in the Aetna plan and billed
- rehabilitative services and devices
for one year’s coverage (effective September 1–
- laboratory services
August 31). Plan membership cards are sent to stu-
- preventative services, wellness services, and
dents at their campus address. The Student Insurance Office staff is available to answer questions about the NU/Aetna Student Health Insurance Plan, procedures for submitting
chronic disease treatment - pediatric services • It has no exclusions for preexisting conditions and no waiting periods before coverage applies.
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• It provides active coverage from the day your stu-
information created just for parents and families is
dent arrives on campus through August 31, 2016,
available at northwestern.edu/alcohol-resources.
or through the end of your student’s academic program, whichever comes first. • It covers medical evacuation and repatriation
CENTER FOR AWARENESS, RESPONSE, AND EDUCATION
expenses (for students who will reside more than
northwestern.edu/care
100 miles from their permanent address during
The Center for Awareness, Response, and Education
the academic year).
is based in the HPaW office and exists to provide
• Its annual out-of-pocket maximum (per the ACA) is
crisis counseling, support, advocacy, referrals, and
$6,350 or less if it’s an individual insurance plan,
education about sexual violence for the Northwest-
$12,700 or less if it’s a family insurance plan.
ern community. The center’s confidential advocacy
• It is not a Medicaid, Medicare, or Illinois AllKids plan. • It is a US-based plan with US claims administra-
and response services are available to any student who has experienced sexual violence, dating violence, or stalking. CARE staff and undergraduate
tion. Traveling health insurance or international-
peer educators offer outreach programs throughout
based insurance programs are deemed not
the year that address issues related to consent,
comparable for waiver purposes.
healthy relationships, and healthy sexuality.
Any Illinois-based exchange plan with a gold or platinum rating as defined by the ACA will be
Health Service
deemed comparable for waiver purposes. Any non-
northwestern.edu/healthservice-evanston
Illinois-based gold or platinum exchange plan
Located in Searle Hall on the Evanston campus, the
will be deemed comparable only if it provides in-
University’s Health Service for students is staffed
network coverage in Cook and Lake Counties in Illi-
by internal medicine and sports medicine physi-
nois for all the plan requirements noted above.
cians, a nurse practitioner specializing in women’s health, and a clinic support staff consisting of
Health Promotion and Wellness
nurses, medical assistants, and athletic trainers.
northwestern.edu/hpaw
The Health Service is a state-of-the-art facility with
Health Promotion and Wellness is the primary pro-
a pharmacy, laboratory, and radiology department
vider of health promotion and prevention services
on site. Students registered in degree programs may
for Northwestern students. HPaW supports the aca-
use the Health Service on a walk-in basis for acute-
demic and personal success of students by address-
care needs or by scheduling an appointment.
ing alcohol and other drug use and issues related to wellness. HPaW staff, graduate student interns, and
International Office
undergraduate peer educators offer trainings and
northwestern.edu/international
outreach programs across campus, such as the Red
Northwestern is home to approximately 3,000 inter-
Watch Band bystander intervention program for
national students from more than 100 countries.
addressing alcohol emergencies. HPaW also offers
The mission of the International Office is to enrich
individual educational interventions for students
the academic and cultural experience of those
who wish to explore changing their alcohol or drug
students as well as those of international visitors,
use, and other health resources and assessments
employees, and families. The IO advises students on
are available on the HPaW website. Additional
the student visa process, transition to college life,
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and integration into the University community and
tradition. The more than 40 religious fellowship
offers weekly walk-in hours, fall orientations, and
groups on campus span a wide range of faith tradi-
programming throughout the academic year.
tions; these include the Christian Science Organization, Muslim-Cultural Students Association, Baha’i
Northwestern Career Advancement
Club, a Buddhist study group, and Campus Crusade for Christ. In addition, there are five campus min-
northwestern.edu/careers
istry centers: Canterbury Northwestern, Fiedler
The University’s centralized career center provides
Hillel, Sheil Catholic Center, University Christian
a full spectrum of individualized and personal-
Ministry, and University Lutheran Center. Univer-
ized career counseling and advising services,
sity chapel services are held on Sundays during the
workshops, programming, and special events for
academic year at the Alice Millar Chapel and Reli-
undergraduate and graduate students and alumni.
gious Center; while generally within the Protestant
It aims to teach students how to translate their
Christian tradition, the chapel is ecumenical in its
Northwestern academic and cocurricular experi-
approach to worship and programs, which are open
ences into professional opportunities, including
to members of all faiths. The center hosts a vari-
successful job and internship searches and gradu-
ety of special services and events, such as Muslim
ate work. Services include confidential career coun-
Juma’a prayers and Buddhist meditation, as well as
seling and career assessments; career exploration
discussion groups, lectures, organ recitals, concerts,
and support through annual career treks, alumni
and dramatic performances. Chaplains welcome
job shadowing, and the Summer Internship Grant
personal conferences with students, either on a
Program; internship- and job-search guidance
drop-in basis or by appointment, and are available
and preparation, including resumé and cover let-
to meet with parents and family members.
ter review, mock interviewing, and advice on salary negotiations; and online resources that offer
Residential Services
information on industries and occupations, intern-
northwestern.edu/living
ships, employer contacts, salary information, and
Residential Services is concerned with meeting the
graduate and professional school preparation. The
needs of students for whom the Evanston campus
center also provides opportunities for students to
is home: the 4,250 undergraduates who occupy
connect with companies and organizations through
University housing (residence halls and residential
internship and job fairs, information sessions,
colleges and communities), plus 900 others who live
educational programming, access to professional
in fraternity or sorority houses. Each residence’s
opportunities in the job and internship search sys-
live-in student staff, supervised by Residential Life,
tem CareerCat, and recruiting visits by hundreds of
provides support and programming to promote
employers annually.
community and to encourage each student’s growth and development. In addition, one or more resident
Religious life
assistants act as on-site advisers. A professional
northwestern.edu/religious-life
residence director oversees the administration of
The Office of the University Chaplain oversees reli-
each large residence hall and group of smaller units.
gious life on campus and works to create an inclusive and safe environment in which students may explore and grow in their own religious or spiritual
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Section 1
NORTHWESTERN DINING
nucuisine.sodexomyway.com High quality, freshness, variety, and convenience are the hallmarks of Northwestern’s innovative campus meal program. Unlimited buffet-style dining is offered in six residential dining locations— Allison Residential Community, Elder Residential Community, Foster-Walker Complex, Sargent Hall, Willard Residential College, and 1835 Hinman. (Residents of halls without on-site dining services may eat in any of these.) Menus at each hall vary, with selections that range from authentic ethnic and homestyle to vegan and vegetarian to deli and grilled-to-order fare. Additionally, several retail locations on campus—including quick-service cafés, convenience stores, and nationally known franchises such as Frontera Fresco, Starbucks, and Einstein Bros. Bagels—offer “grab-n-go” snacks and beverages. See the website for complete information about meal plans and rates, menus, nutrition information, and more.
Student Accounts and Student Financial Services
Student involvement, organizations, and campus programming csi.northwestern.edu Providing support and advice to a wide variety of student groups on campus is the heart of the mission of the Center for Student Involvement. From community service, theater, and social justice groups to leadership development and para‑ professional organizations, student-run programs offer many opportunities for social interaction and developing greater awareness of cultural, ethnic, and religious diversity. The CSI website includes a link to Wildcat Connection (northwestern .collegiatelink.net), a directory to more than 480 groups open to students. NORRIS UNIVERSITY CENTER
norris.northwestern.edu With its variety of services, resources, and meeting spaces, Norris University Center is an essential point of community and leadership at Northwestern. It is the headquarters of the Center for Student Involvement, Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life,
northwestern.edu/sfs
and numerous student organizations that provide
The University’s Office of Student Accounts is
leadership opportunities. Each quarter, Norris also
responsible for billing students and collecting
offers mini courses that are fun, educational, and
tuition, fees, and room and board charges. Due
open to everyone. The Game Room, ARTica Studios,
dates are September 1 for fall quarter, January 1
and Norris Outdoors provide space and resources
for winter quarter, and April 1 for spring quarter.
for many forms of recreation, including the latest
A University-run payment plan called 9PAY allows
high-tech gaming systems, art supplies, and out-
participants to spread the costs of tuition and
door equipment for rent. Among the range of meal
fees for the academic year over nine monthly pay-
and snack sources at Norris are Frontera Fresco,
ments beginning in July. 9PAY applications are due
Dunkin’ Donuts, Starbucks, Northshore Pizza
June 1, and the only cost is the $50 application fee.
Company, Subway, Willie’s Food Court, and a con-
Students may view their student account infor-
venience store. Other amenities include a printing
mation and have access to eBill and ePay by logging
station, prayer/meditation room, commuter student
into CAESAR, which is also where they can autho-
lounge, and a U.S. Bank branch. The Norris Book-
rize third parties (such as parents) to view bills and
store sells textbooks and campus gear, and the Nor-
make payments online.
ris Tech Center, an Apple-authorized campus store, offers Apple products and support services.
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Transportation
SHUTTLES
BIKING
Northwestern operates several shuttle buses dur-
The Evanston campus has 2½ miles of bicycle paths
ing the academic year that are free for students and
that connect to the city of Evanston’s bicycle paths.
make stops on the Evanston and Chicago campuses
Bicycles stored on campus must be registered with
as well nearby shopping centers. A real-time bus
University Police and kept in designated areas such
tracking application for web and mobile use shows
as bicycle racks and bicycle storage rooms. Bicycles
the location of the shuttles on each route and esti-
in violation may be removed at the owners’ expense.
mates each shuttle stop’s wait time.
CAR SHARING
Wildcard
northwestern.edu/uservices/transportation
northwestern.edu/uservices/wildcard
Northwestern has partnered with Zipcar and Enter-
The Wildcard is the official identification card for
prise CarShare to offer students the convenience
Northwestern students. Safe, convenient, and easy
of car ownership without the hassle and expense
to use, Wildcard enables students to access their
of bringing a car to campus. Both companies offer
meal plan, ride University shuttles and use cam-
student discounts, and membership includes gas
pus fitness facilities for free, get free or discounted
and insurance.
admission to sports and other events on campus,
shuttle.northwestern.edu
check out library materials, use Cat Cash for purPARKING PERMITS
chases at convenience stores and laundries on cam-
northwestern.edu/up/parking
pus, and get discounts at local businesses. When
Due to campus space constraints, the purchase
linked to a U.S. Bank account, a Wildcard may be
of Northwestern’s $25 Ryan Field parking permit
used as an ATM/debit card.
(valid for the whole year) is recommended for students who require off-street parking for extended periods. (Almost all of Evanston’s on-street parking near campus is for residents only or limited to two hours for visitors.) The Ryan Field shuttle provides service between the parking lot and the main Evanston campus. SAFERIDE
northwestern.edu/saferide SafeRide provides students, faculty, and staff with a safe and free alternative to walking alone after dark. Operating 7 p.m.–3 a.m. nightly when classes are in session, SafeRide’s service is available on campus as well as in selected parts of Evanston. Rides are scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis and may be requested by phone or text.
Women’s Center northwestern.edu/womenscenter The mission of Northwestern’s Women’s Center is to address issues of gender equity individually and institutionally. In addition to serving as a safe haven and gathering place for women students, staff, and faculty, the center provides educational programming, advocacy, confidential counseling, outreach and coalition building, resource referrals, and other services.
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Appendix
Section 1
Appendix Academic calendar WINTER 2016
FALL 2015
September 1
Fall tuition and fees due
September 9–11 International Student Orientation
January 1
Winter tuition and fees due
January 4
Winter classes begin
January 18
Martin Luther King Jr. Day (no classes)
March 11
Winter classes end
March 14–18
Finals week
September 11–20
Wildcat Welcome
September 21
Fall classes begin
October 11–17
Homecoming week
November 6–8
Family Weekend
November 26–29
Thanksgiving break
December 4
Fall classes end
SPRING 2016
December 7–11
Finals week
March 29
Spring classes begin
April 1
Spring tuition and fees due
May 30
Memorial Day (no classes)
June 3
Spring classes end
June 6–10
Finals week
December 12 Winter break begins
March 19 Spring break begins
June 11 Summer break begins June 17
Commencement
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Contacts: Undergraduate schools and programs Evanston’s area code (847) precedes all phone numbers without an area code shown.
Judd A. and Marjorie Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences
weinberg.northwestern.edu
weinberg.northwestern.edu/undergraduate
491-7560
Undergraduate studies/advising
Honors Program in Medical Education
feinberg.northwestern.edu/education /degree-programs/hpme
312-503-8915
Integrated Science Program
isp.northwestern.edu
491-7219
Mathematical Methods in the Social Sciences
mmss.northwestern.edu
491-3574
School of Communication
communication.northwestern.edu
society.northwestern.edu/advising
SoC Student Resource Center
School of Education and Social Policy
sesp.northwestern.edu
sesp.northwestern.edu/ugrad
SESP undergraduate program
Robert R. McCormick School of Engineering and Applied Science
mccormick.northwestern.edu
mccormick.northwestern.edu/academics /undergraduate
MEAS Undergraduate Engineering
Medill School of Journalism, Media, Integrated Marketing Communications
medill.northwestern.edu
Medill Student Life
medill.northwestern.edu/experience /student-life
Henry and Leigh Bienen School of Music
music.northwestern.edu
music.northwestern.edu/academics /degrees-and-certificates
BSM degrees and areas of study
491-7214 491-3790
491-7379
491-4484
491-7575
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Appendix
Section 1
Contacts: University offices, services, and centers Evanston’s area code (847) precedes all phone numbers without an area code shown.
AccessibleNU
northwestern.edu/accessiblenu
467-5530
Alcohol/drug abuse prevention resources
northwestern.edu/alcohol-resources
491-2146
Associated Student Government
asg.northwestern.edu
—
Athletics/Ticket Office
nusports.com
491-CATS (2287) 888-467-8775
Center for Awareness, Response, and Education (CARE)
northwestern.edu/care
491-2054
Center for Student Involvement
csi.northwestern.edu
491-2350
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) northwestern.edu/counseling
491-2151
Dean of Students
northwestern.edu/studentaffairs/dos
491-8430
Fitness and Recreation
www.fitrec.northwestern.edu
491-4300
Fraternity and Sorority Life
northwestern.edu/gogreek
491-4522
Health Insurance Office
northwestern.edu/healthservice-evanston /insurance-patient-accounts/health-insurance
491-2113
Health Promotion and Wellness
northwestern.edu/hpaw
491-2146
Health Service
northwestern.edu/healthservice-evanston
491-8100
Information Technology (NUIT)
it.northwestern.edu
491-HELP (4357)
International Office
northwestern.edu/international
491-5613
Multicultural Student Affairs
northwestern.edu/msa
467-6200
New Student and Family Programs
northwestern.edu/orientation
467-3988
Norris Bookstore
northwestern.bncollege.com
491-3990
Norris University Center
norris.northwestern.edu
491-2300
Northwestern Alumni Association
alumni.northwestern.edu
491-7200
Northwestern Career Advancement
northwestern.edu/careers
491-3700
Northwestern Dining
nucuisine.sodexomyway.com
491-2020
Parking Services
northwestern.edu/up/parking
491-3319
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Religious Life/University Chaplain
northwestern.edu/religious-life
491-7256
Residential Academic Initiatives
northwestern.edu/living/about-us/orai
467-4663
Residential Services
northwestern.edu/living
467-HOME (4663)
Searle Center for Advancing Learning and Teaching (academic support)
northwestern.edu/searle/academic-portal
467-2338
Sexual Harassment Prevention Office
northwestern.edu/sexual-harassment
491-3745
Student Accounts
northwestern.edu/sfs
491-5224
Student Affairs
northwestern.edu/studentaffairs
491-5360
Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution
northwestern.edu/student-conduct
491-4582
Student Enrichment Services
northwestern.edu/enrichment
491-5591
Student Financial Services
northwestern.edu/sfs
491-8950
Student Loans
northwestern.edu/sfs/student_loans
491-3126
Study Abroad
northwestern.edu/studyabroad
467-6400
Transportation/Shuttles
northwestern.edu/uservices/transportation
312-503-8129
Undergraduate Admission
ugadm.northwestern.edu
491-7271
Undergraduate Financial Aid
undergradaid.northwestern.edu
491-7400
University Academic Advising Center
northwestern.edu/advising-center
467-4281
University Directory/Switchboard
northwestern.edu/contact
491-3741
University Libraries
library.northwestern.edu
491-7658
University Police
northwestern.edu/up
491-3456
University President
northwestern.edu/president
491-7456
University Provost
northwestern.edu/provost
491-5117
University Registrar
www.registrar.northwestern.edu
491-5234
Wildcard Office
northwestern.edu/wildcard
467-NUID (6843)
Women’s Center
northwestern.edu/womenscenter
491-7360
Work-Study Program
undergradaid.northwestern.edu/work-study
491-7574
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Dearborn Observatory
Shanley Hall
Family Institute
LIBR ARY PL .
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future site of Kellogg Global Hub
NORTHWESTERN PL.
H A M L I N S T.
38
Catalysis Center
Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary
S I M P S O N S T.
CTA Station
Hogan Biological Sciences Building Pancoe-NSUHS Life Sciences Pavilion
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Lakeside Fields
Mudd Library
TECH DR.
S I M P S O N S T.
CTA Station
Leonard B. Thomas Athletic Complex
Frances Searle Building
H AV E N S T.
FOSTER
Metra Station
N. CAMPUS DR.
Ryan Family Auditorium
Lutheran Center
33
UNIVERSITY PL.
TECH DR.
C TA T O C H I C AG O
LEON PL.
2020 Ridge
UNIVERSITY PL.
CAMPUS DR.
Student Residences 30 31 29
Tennis Courts
Student Residences
GARNETT PL.
Henry Crown Sports Pavilion/ Combe Tennis Center
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28
27
Cook Hall
GAFFIELD PL.
F O S T E R S T.
Norris Aquatics Center
21
19 24 25
International Office
Beach
22
18
S I M P S O N S T.
Inset is 1-1/2 blocks south and 1/3 mile west
North Campus Parking Garage
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16
15
DA R T M O U T H P L .
O R R I N G T O N AV E .
N OY E S S T.
12
Student Residences
6
13
Tennis Courts
S H E R M A N AV E .
CTA Station
4 5
14
Inset is one block north and 3/4 mile west
C E N T R A L S T.
Patten Gymnasium
17 C O L FA X S T.
Anderson Hall
Ryan Field
AV E
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McGaw Memorial Hall/ Welsh-Ryan Arena
Byron S.Coon Sports Center
X S T.
Career Advancement
CAMPUS DR.
Nicolet Football Center
Rocky Miller Park
S H E R I DA N R D.
Trienens Hall
A S B U R Y AV E .
A S H L A N D AV E .
I S A B E L L A S T.
Parking Campus access road Service road (authorized vehicles only) Bicycle/pedestrian path CTA el station Metra railroad station Emergency “Blue Light” telephones City Emergency “Blue Light” telephones (maintained by the city of Evanston)
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Student residences Numbers correspond to the campus map at left. To complete the mailing address for a student residence, add Evanston, Illinois 60201. 62 Allison Residential Community 1820 Chicago Avenue
49 Gamma Phi Beta 640 Emerson Street
52 Pi Beta Phi 636 Emerson Street
54 Alpha Chi Omega 637 University Place
33 Garrett Place Apartments 605, 615, 621, 623 Garrett Place
24 Pi Kappa Alpha 2313 Sheridan Road
4 Alpha Epsilon Pi 584 Lincoln Street
18 Goodrich House 2321 Sheridan Road
46 Alpha Phi 701 University Place
59 Humanities Residential College (Chapin Hall) 726 University Place
61 Public Affairs Residential College 1838 Chicago Avenue
21 Ayers Residential College of Commerce and Industry 2324 Campus Drive 5 Beta Theta Pi 2349 Sheridan Road 23 Bobb Hall 2305 Sheridan Road 44 Chi Omega 1870 Orrington Avenue 64 Communications Residential College (East Fairchild) 1855 Sheridan Road 1 Delta Chi 619 Colfax Street 56 Delta Delta Delta 625 University Place 57 Delta Gamma 618 Emerson Street 19 Delta Tau Delta 2317 Sheridan Road 28 Delta Upsilon 2307 Sheridan Road 41 Delta Zeta 717 University Place 65 1835 Hinman Avenue/ Interfaith Living Unit 45 1856 Orrington Avenue 3 Elder Residential Community 2400 Sheridan Road 36 Engelhart Hall 1915 Maple Avenue 39 Evans Scholars 721 University Place 37 Foster-Walker Complex 1927 Orrington Avenue
63 International Studies Residential College (West Fairchild) 1861 Sheridan Road 66 Jones Fine and Performing Arts Residential College 1820 Sheridan Road 58 Kappa Alpha Theta 619 University Place 43 Kappa Delta 711 University Place 50 Kappa Kappa Gamma 1871 Orrington Avenue 12 Kemper Hall 2420 Campus Drive 16 Lambda Chi Alpha 2339 Sheridan Road 27 Lindgren House 2309 Sheridan Road 22 McCulloch Hall 2315 Sheridan Road 67 McManus Living-Learning Center 1725 Orrington Avenue 47 North Mid-Quads Hall 650 Emerson Street 6 Phi Delta Theta 2347 Sheridan Road
25 Residential College of Cultural and Community Studies/ GREEN House 2303 Sheridan Road 51 Rogers House 647 University Place 32 Sargent Hall 2245 Sheridan Road 60 Shepard Residential College 626 University Place 15 Sigma Alpha Epsilon 2325 Sheridan Road 40 Sigma Alpha Iota 720 Emerson Street 30 Sigma Chi 2249 Sheridan Road 13 Sigma Nu 2335 Sheridan Road 17 Sigma Phi Epsilon 2341 Sheridan Road 20 Slivka Residential College of Science and Engineering 2332 Campus Drive 48 South Mid-Quads Hall 655 University Place 27 Theta Chi 2309 Sheridan Road 38 Willard Residential College 1865 Sherman Avenue
14 Phi Gamma Delta 2331 Sheridan Road
53 Women’s Residential College (Hobart House) 630 Emerson Street
31 Phi Kappa Psi 2247 Sheridan Road
29 Zeta Beta Tau 2251 Sheridan Road
55 Phi Mu Alpha 626 Emerson Street
42 Zeta Tau Alpha 710 Emerson Street
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Appendix
Northwestern Fight Song
University Alma Mater
Go! U Northwestern!
Hail to Alma Mater!
Break right through that line.
We will sing thy praise forever;
With our colors flying,
All thy sons and daughters
We will cheer you all the time,
Pledge thee victory and honor.
U! Rah! Rah!
Alma Mater, praise be thine,
Go! U Northwestern!
May thy name forever shine!
Fight for victory,
Hail to Purple! Hail to White!
Spread far the fame of our fair name.
Hail to thee, Northwestern!
Go, Northwestern! Win that game!
Words by Thomas Tyra, class of 1954
Go! U Northwestern! (Whistle) (Yell) Go, Northwestern, Go! (Whistle) (Yell) Go, Northwestern, Go! Hit ’em hard! Hit ’em low! Go, Northwestern, Go! (Repeat chorus) (Yell) Varsity, Varsity, Hit ’em hard and low! Varsity, Varsity, Go, Northwestern, Go! U Rah, Rah! U Rah, Rah! U Northwestern Rah!
Words and music by Theodore Van Etten, class of 1913
Northwestern University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action educator and employer. Š 2015 Northwestern University. All rights reserved. Produced by University Relations. 7-15/2.5M/RM-VL/1843-1
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