2019-20 Parent AND Family GUIDE 2 PARENT & FAMILY GUIDE DEAR WILDCAT PARENTS AND FAMILY MEMBERS,

On behalf of the whole Northwestern community, I express my heartfelt best wishes for the 2019–20 academic year and beyond. We expect that your Wildcat family pride will be great from the start, and our wish is that it lasts long after your student marches in Commencement ceremonies.

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS 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 A BIG TRANSITION Northwestern family and to make the most of the relationships you gain here. Page 03 Wildcat families trust University administrators, staff, and faculty to make the Northwestern experience a vital touchstone in every student’s life. I am confident ACADEMICS Page 12 that together we can build a solid foundation for your student’s success and create possibilities now that will bring lifelong rewards.

NORTHWESTERN LIFE Page 20 Best Regards & Go ’Cats!

WILLIE’S WILDCAT TIPS Page 43 Patricia F. Hilkert Director, New Student and Family Programs DATES AND CONTACTS Page 48 A BIG TRANSITION 3 adjustment, especially one as signifi- A Big cant as the transition during the first year of college. Transition Every student experiences transition differently. For some students, the ac- TRANSITION THEORY ademic pressures of life at Northwest- ern may prove the biggest obstacle. Understanding transition theory is For others, homesickness and changes one way to understand and be helpful in the social environment surrounding throughout your student’s transition them will cause more anxiety. Others to college. With a strong support still may experience phases complete- system and a few coping strategies, ly different than those mentioned students are likely to have a here. While there are patterns, there is successful transition. not one single correct way to navigate transition. Schlossberg’s (1984) transition theory proposes that students in transition Regardless of the ways in which your are affected by three central sets of student experiences transition, you variables: individual perceptions of can provide support simply by lis- the transition, the environments of tening, offering encouragement, and the situation (both before and after reminding your student that change the transition), and personal charac- is difficult. Experiencing the ups and teristics of the person experiencing downs of the transition to college the transition. The theory categorizes is not only acceptable, but it is also transitions by type, context, and im- necessary and normal! Be patient with pact. Although each student’s transi- your students, and remind your stu- tion is unique, for most students, the dents to be patient with themselves. transition to college is high impact, or very significant.

Additionally, Schlossberg’s transition theory refers to the four S’s of transition: situation, self, support, and strategies. These factors determine a student’s ability to cope with any 4 PARENT & FAMILY GUIDE FIRST-YEAR roommate (or two) to live with, a new CHALLENGES setting to navigate, assignments to complete in record time, and a mostly Passage through distinct phases is unfamiliar social world. part of the first-year experience for most Northwestern students, and The honeymoon. Students immerse most college students in gener- themselves in the heady combina- al. Families who know the signs of tion of new friends, newfound inde- these phases – the 10 most common pendence, and suddenly abundant are described here – are more likely opportunities for unsupervised fun. to recognize when encouragement, They take every chance to prove their straightforward talk, or tacit empathy worthiness to be at this institution is called for. and to enjoy their time here – academ- ically and otherwise. It is important to remember that every student is different. Some students The honeymoon’s over. Where did may go through each of these phases the time go? Where is all this hard in succession, while others will only work coming from? Especially for experience some of the challenges overextended students, the honey- associated with this transition. moon ends when questions like these come up. Often, this anxiety may be Early-summer anticipation. Your mingled with regret and homesick- high school senior has graduated and ness. starts the summer with a mix of sad- ness, pride in past achievements, and The grass is always greener. Now anticipation. that the novelty of college has worn off and the hard work keeps coming, Midsummer anxiety. When it dawns some students fantasize that transfer- on students that in a few weeks they ring to a different school would solve will be leaving their homes, families, all their problems. and friends behind, feelings of sad- ness and insecurity may emerge. You can’t go home again. On their first visit home, students may be shocked to Early-fall panic. Having plunged discover that ordinary family life – with into Northwestern life during Wild- its daily ups and downs and choices big cat Welcome, your student may feel and small – has gone on without them, overwhelmed on multiple fronts: a as if their absence had no effect. PARENT & FAMILY GUIDE 5 6 PARENT & FAMILY GUIDE Coping behaviors. With fall quarter TYPICAL STUDENT winding down, students finally figure WORRIES out how to use the library and stay on Below are seven broad issues that top of their laundry. These exciting (if many first-time college students ex- small) victories prove they know and perience. Some students may feel pres- can do whatever it takes to get by. sure to report that “everything’s great,” Realization. Around winter quarter, even if that is not always true. Because and possibly triggered by reaching many of these anxieties may be tough another Reading Week (as the time for students to vocalize openly, it helps before final exams and deadlines is when parents and family members are known at Northwestern), students aware of these concerns. have a major realization: An enormous amount of hard work is Reasons for being in college: Why ahead, not just between now and am I at Northwestern? Do I really the end of the quarter or the end want to be here? Or is it because of the year. Their whole future, it others (parents or relatives, teachers, seems, hinges on consistent peers) expect me to be? academic success. Separation fears: Can I survive on my Putting it together. By the end of own? Will I make new friends? What their first year, students start to see was I thinking when I chose a college college as a total experience. They this far from home? know that hard work and achieve- ment must be priorities, but there Identity questions: Who am I really? must also be room for downtime How can I let myself “just be me” if the and enjoyment of life. Your student real me could alienate, disappoint, or commits to making the most of the even shock friends and family? Do I Northwestern experience, and choos- risk losing their esteem, or my own ing the scenic route to take through it self-respect? whenever possible. Social acceptance: How will I fit in? How am I supposed to act around my fellow students and my professors? Do I just follow the crowd when I don’t feel like deciding things for myself? A BIG TRANSITION 7 Relating to strangers: Will it be ROLES OF PARENTS AND awkward to be with others whose race, FAMILIES class, or values differ from mine? How Parental and family support can will I react to people who don’t share translate into powerful encourage- my religious beliefs? Is there a limit to ment for a first-year student. This is how much difference I can tolerate? the support that sends positive, rein- Academic achievement: Will I excel forcing messages: at Northwestern despite not knowing “You have what it takes to be my way around at first, taking tough responsible.” courses, and making time to have a social life? What if I can’t keep up? “You know how to take care of yourself.” Will professors be sympathetic if I’m struggling? Can I get help without “No one knows your strengths and jeopardizing my GPA? limits as well as you do, and we trust you to get help when you Figuring out the system: How do need it.” grades work at Northwestern? Can I delay picking a major? Will navigating the financial aid process be a hassle? 8 PARENT & FAMILY GUIDE

THESE ARE TYPICAL GROWING “PAINS.” A BIG TRANSITION 9 WHEN THINGS DON’T GO “It’s hard to imagine Northwestern AS PLANNED feeling like home. I’ve only finished one quarter, and four years feels like KEY POINTS TO Fall quarter is over, your student an unbelievably long time to REMEMBER returns home for the holiday break, be here.” Allow your student to figure and the family is enjoying the reunion. out how to fit in.There is a For students with a superb academic wide range of what is typical or First-year students are more apt to okay out there – a surprisingly performance under their belts and a view their fall-quarter performance wide range. pile of new friends and extracurricu- as mediocre when they compare it Remember that this is a time lar activities to boast, the break feels with their high school record. Such of transition. College students great; but for those displeased with comparisons overlook a simple reality: often change their minds, and that’s okay. Switching majors – their grades or their overall North- college-level work and the University’s even three or more times – is western experience so far, the end of grading system are more rigorous not uncommon. the quarter may seem like the end of than any high school’s. It is unrealis- Your student might fail at the world. tic to think that a stellar GPA in high something. Poor performance school guarantees similar success at in a course or rejection from If your student comes home in low a certain student group are Northwestern. In fact, at the college things that happen. A student’s spirits, use the break to examine why. level, success cannot be measured by failure in one area may seem You might hear some of the following like the end of the world, but it grades alone; its meaning expands reasons: is simply a piece of the North- to include much more than it ever western experience. Failure is did before. an opportunity to learn, grow, “The demands on my time piled up, and improve resilience. while time itself kept slipping away.” If the fall was disappointing academi- Attempt regular “The less-structured environment was cally, socially, or otherwise, remember communication, but don’t force it. Don’t be concerned hard to get used to.” that January marks the beginning of a if your student isn’t always new quarter, with new opportunities responsive. Remember that “Some big changes in relationships to turn things around. By taking time asking about what’s going on at Northwestern in general is a (with family, high school friends, a during the break to plan constructive way to show interest without former or new romantic interest) action – identifying the steps seeming critical or meddling. caused a lot of stress.” Having everyday conversations needed for improvement, committing may reveal specific points to taking them, and turning plans into of concern more reliably than “Having a work-study job left less actions – your student can enhance predetermining a set of time and energy for coursework.” talking points. the likelihood of a satisfying, “I realized my first choice of major successful winter. Expect some tough times. Learning to cope with new peo- was all wrong, and that was ple, responsibilities, and ideas demotivating.” may cause your student confu- sion and discomfort. These are ” normal growing pains. 10 PARENT & FAMILY GUIDE Recognizing the signs of a struggling Each fall, Northwestern welcomes student can be challenging, especially about 1,800 families to campus for from a distance. To support your stu- Family Weekend. During Family dent as the next quarter gets underway, Weekend, parents and families attend it’s important to show interest, which faculty lectures, have the opportu- is something quite different from being nity to visit with campus leadership, demanding. Interest says, “I’d like to to attend receptions hosted by the know what’s going on,” and not, “you undergraduate schools, and to enjoy owe me this information.” Showing in- campus tours guided by the Family terest in your student’s life affirms that Ambassadors. Visitors may attend a you care, but also that you trust them football game and interest sessions to make responsible, adult decisions. hosted by campus partners, as well as enjoy various student performances, WAYS TO KEEP IN TOUCH religious services, and the opportunity At Northwestern, families are partners. to learn more about the Northwestern community. Online registration is open As a parent or family member, you now. Watch for announcements in the are encouraged to be involved with Wildcat Family Focus. Northwestern and stay informed all year long. Keeping up with news on Northwestern’s website is the best the Northwestern home page and starting point for finding information through social media, getting tickets about the University. Other sources to sports events, and attending Family include the quarterly alumni maga- Weekend are all great ways to keep in zine, Northwestern, which is mailed touch with the University. to all families of undergraduates, and the student , The Daily New Student and Family Programs Northwestern, which can be found at (NSFP) sends Wildcat Family Focus, DAILYNORTHWESTERN.COM. e-digest, and other news and content of interest via the Parent and Family Email List. Instructions for joining the list are found on the NSFP website at NORTHWESTERN.EDU/ ORIENTATION/FAMILIES. A BIG TRANSITION 11 12 PARENT & FAMILY GUIDE Academics

All six of Northwestern’s undergraduate schools share a common priority – un- dergraduate teaching and learning – but the campus culture is decentralized, with each school setting the number and type of requirements for its specific degree programs, and with its faculty deter- mining the curricula and approving new programs and courses. In every school, however, there are general education requirements as well as intensive course- work within a major. Cross-school col- laboration among faculty and students is common and valued. The scholars and accomplished professionals who make up the faculty integrate their research ACADEMIC INTEGRITY and professional experience into class- Upon arrival at Northwestern, your room instruction. As a result, students student belongs to a community are exposed to the latest perspectives of scholars who respect individual and engage with professionals excited achievement and have a fundamental about their work. Each school also en- commitment to academic integrity. A courages independent student research statement about academic integrity or creative work with faculty. Field study, appears on the University provost’s internship, and off-campus research website at NORTHWESTERN.EDU/ opportunities are available during both PROVOST/STUDENTS/INTEGRITY, the regular academic year and through- and is available as a brochure in the out the summer. Northwestern also dean’s office of each school. It gives encourages study abroad. Early planning examples of violations which include should allow most students, regardless plagiarism, cheating, fabrication of of school or major, to study abroad and data, etc., and describes the sanctions still graduate within four years. that may be imposed following a PARENT & FAMILY GUIDE 13 14 PARENT & FAMILY GUIDE violation (grade reduction, letter of COURSE REGISTRATION reprimand, suspension, denial of New first-year students register for fall honors, or permanent exclusion from classes during Wildcat Welcome, after Northwestern). Students charged with they and their advisers have agreed on violations may not change their regis- a course schedule. Course descriptions tration in a course in which a charge is appear in the online Undergraduate pending or a finding of a violation has Catalog, and quarterly class listings been made. appear on CAESAR, the University’s ACADEMIC ADVISING AND student information portal at PLACEMENT NORTHWESTERN.EDU/CAESAR. All new students choose their courses ACADEMIC STANDING after consulting with an academic Decisions about academic standing are adviser. In addition to planning for the responsibility of the faculty of the course registration during advising school in which your student is regis- sessions, students and their advisers tered. Academic probation constitutes take time to think carefully about notice of unsatisfactory performance academic interests and the breadth of and may be imposed when a student is opportunity at Northwestern. Place- not maintaining minimum standards ment tests in fields such as foreign for graduation. Academic probation languages, chemistry, and math are is intended to be helpful, rather than offered online and should be taken punitive, and is not reflected on a before the start of Wildcat Welcome. student’s permanent academic record. Some students may enter with Ad- The Undergraduate Catalog – found on vanced Placement or International the registrar’s website at Baccalaureate credit or with credit REGISTRAR.NORTHWESTERN.EDU for completing college courses; such identifies some circumstances that credits allow a student to begin with might lead to probation. more advanced courses. Students may be dismissed for academic deficiencies when their academic records do not improve significantly during the probation period. (See the online Undergraduate Catalog for some circumstances that ACADEMICS 15 may lead to dismissal.) The cumulative GRADES academic record is considered in every case involving academic dismissal. As a The following system is used in com- matter of general policy, the probationary puting the grade point average (GPA): period for a first-year student may A 4.0 C+ 2.3 be extended to the third quarter of residence at Northwestern if that A– 3.7 C 2.0 appears to be in the best interests of the B+ 3.3 C– 1.7 student and of the University, but not if the student’s record clearly discloses lack B 3.0 D 1.0 of aptitude or flagrant neglect of work. B– 2.7 F 0.0 UNDERGRADUATE REGISTRATION X 0.0 Failed to earn credit; missed REQUIREMENT final exam

The Undergraduate Registration Y 0.0 Failed to earn credit; work Requirement applies to undergraduate incomplete students seeking a bachelor’s degree, and the requirement must be met in Notations ignored in computing the addition to the degree requirements GPA: established by the various school faculties. The URR is predicated on the P Pass with credit principle that when a student receives a bachelor’s degree from Northwestern, N No grade, no credit the majority of the student’s academic K In progress work is completed at the University. Students should know all provisions of S Satisfactory (noncredit course) the URR; questions about their inter- pretation or permissible URR variances U Unsatisfactory (noncredit course) may be directed to the registrar at (847) 491-5234 or NU-REGISTRAR@ W Withdrawn by permission NORTHWESTERN.EDU, and more infor- mation can be found on the website at If an X or Y is to be changed and credit REGISTRAR.NORTHWESTERN.EDU established, the deficiencies must be made up before the end of the follow- ing quarter of attendance. 16 PARENT & FAMILY GUIDE

Examinations Dean’s List Professors may schedule exams The quarterly GPA required for inclu- anytime during the quarter, with sion on a dean’s list varies by school, midterms most often occurring in the and ranges from 3.7 to 4.0. Students third through the fifth weeks; final may inquire in their dean’s office for exams are scheduled at the times in- more information. dicated in the quarterly class schedule. Family Educational Rights and Permission to be absent from the final Privacy Act (FERPA) examination is given by the instructor and the dean only for cause beyond Some first-time Wildcat parents and the student’s control, and is usually families whose natural impulse is to secured before the exam date. provide close oversight and protection find it hard to let their students spread ACADEMICS 17 new wings and take flight. . . and ance with FERPA, the University does occasionally lose altitude and/or fall not mail home grade reports; students to earth! But parents and families who are solely responsible for disclosing come to their student’s rescue at the their grades to their family members. first sign of distress deny their child Students may download their quar- valuable life lessons about facing chal- terly grade reports or request they be lenges and recovering from mistakes. mailed to them or to their family’s address. For a detailed explanation of It is normal for families to wonder FERPA, see REGISTRAR. how first-year classes are going and to NORTHWESTERN.EDU. be curious about grades. The best way to get answers is to ask your student TRANSFERRING BETWEEN directly, phrasing questions pointedly SCHOOLS but without prying. Instead of saying, A student who wishes to transfer from “How’s everything going?” a family one Northwestern undergraduate member might ask, “What do you like school to another must follow guide- most about Northwestern so far? Has lines set by the University and by the anything surprised you? What are school. Detailed instructions are avail- your biggest challenges?” able at REGISTRAR.NORTHWESTERN. Asking your students is, in fact, typi- EDU. cally your only means of finding out TRANSFERRING COURSE about their academic performance. CREDIT If you contact Northwestern staff to request information about your Before taking courses at another student’s grades or compliance with institution in the summer or during the University’s expectations, you the regular academic year, a student will be overstepping bounds set by already enrolled at Northwestern FERPA, the 1974 Family Educational must receive approval to transfer Rights and Privacy Act. FERPA defines credits. Transfer policies and the form exactly what information in the to obtain approval are available at records – such as grades, enrollment REGISTRAR.NORTHWESTERN.EDU. status, and billing for tuition and fees – Northwestern may share with third parties, including parents. In compli- 18 PARENT & FAMILY GUIDE WITHDRAWING FROM Graduation honors are determined NORTHWESTERN by grades in all work at Northwestern. Students in the highest five percent After registering for classes in any of their undergraduate school quarter, students who wish to with- class are awarded degrees summa draw from the University must cum laude; those in the next eight immediately file a withdrawal form, percent, magna cum laude; and those obtainable from the registrar’s office in the next 12 percent, cum laude. or the dean’s office of each school. Graduation honors are not announced Withdrawal from the university takes before Commencement, and the effect the day that the completed form, GPA cutoffs for each level of honors bearing the required signatures, is re- based on the stated percentages are ceived by the registrar. Students who not made public. Graduating seniors have withdrawn from the University who have demonstrated outstanding and wish to reenter must file an appli- talent in connection with a research cation with the registrar a minimum project or work of an integrative of six weeks before reentry. The policy nature may receive departmental regarding withdrawing from individ- honors. Students are nominated by ual courses is available at REGISTRAR. their departments, and the school’s NORTHWESTERN.EDU. faculty members make the final GRADUATION AND HONORS decisions. Students are selected for membership in certain honorary Undergraduates must file a degree societies for superior scholarship or application one calendar year before other outstanding achievements. The their anticipated graduation. Students annual Commencement program in the Robert R. McCormick School of announces new members of Phi Beta Engineering and Applied Science must Kappa (arts and sciences); Zeta Phi file with the school’s Undergraduate Eta (communication); Eta Kappa Nu, Engineering Office; students in the Kappa Theta Epsilon, Omega other schools file with the Office of the Chi Epsilon, Pi Tau Sigma, Tau Beta Registrar. An annual University-wide Pi (engineering); Kappa Tau Commencement is held in June, and Alpha (journalism); and Pi Kappa each school also hosts its own gradua- Lambda (music). tion convocation. PARENT & FAMILY GUIDE 19 20 PARENT & FAMILY GUIDE Northwestern Life

Northwestern Police also has a THREAT CAMPUS SAFETY ASSESSMENT program, Wildcats Aware, NORTHWESTERN.EDU/ where concerning behavior can be SAFETY-SECURITY/ referred directly or anonymously. Northwestern’s Department of Safety and Security (DSS) is committed Personal property awareness is to meeting the safety needs of our important as theft of unsecured, community and building relationships unattended property is the most with community members to enhance frequently reported crime on campus. service delivery. Northwestern However, our campus like all others is University Police, Transportation and not immune to other types of criminal Parking, Emergency Management, activity. Through our crime prevention and Security Systems and Technical strategies, transportation options, Services are all departments within DSS. security technology, and emergency planning, we equip students, faculty, NORTHWESTERN POLICE is a full- and staff with tools they can use to service police department officers who maximize their safety. are State certified peace officers. The officers are trained in the same The DSS website is host to safety and academies as local municipal police security information and resources officers and provide law enforcement that our students, parents, and other services to both our Evanston and community members can reference. Chicago campuses. The University Information regarding emergency Police Department, on both campuses, procedures, shuttle routes, crime is open 24 hours a day, every day statistics, current crime trends, and the of the year and may be reached in University’s Annual Security Report is non¬-emergencies at (847) 491-3456. accessible on our website. Community Numerous readily accessible indoor and members can request a safety outdoor emergency phones also connect presentation, sign up to receive a free directly with University Police. bicycle helmet and light, and register their property through the site. PARENT & FAMILY GUIDE 21 22 PARENT & FAMILY GUIDE We encourage students and parents • Articulate how their co-curricular to contact our police department if involvement integrates with their they have any questions or concerns personal and professional goals. related to safety and security Fraternity & Sorority Life throughout campus. We can be reached at (847)-491-3456. NORTHWESTERN.EDU/FSL Northwestern’s fraternity and sorority Please note that the University insures community is composed of 39 organi- only its own property and is not respon- zations, including 28 that are housed sible for any property it does not own. on campus, 6 that are culturally based, Students are encouraged to see if their and 5 that are historically African families’ homeowner’s insurance poli- American. About 40 percent of under- cies cover theft of belongings on campus. graduates belong to a sorority or fra- CAMPUS LIFE ternity. Students who join fraternities and sororities benefit from experienc- NORTHWESTERN.EDU/CAMPUSLIFE es in community service and philan- Campus Life facilitates transformative thropy, scholastic support, social experiences with students to explore outlets, and leadership development their potential, engage in communi- while on campus, and are offered ty, and contribute to a more just and the opportunity to learn and benefit equitable world. Students who engage from a network of lifelong members. in programs, activities and services Those involved in these organizations provided by Campus Life will [or will also have the chance to interact with be able to]... administrators and other student • Identify personal interests, values, leaders across campus while working strengths, and identities and use on collaborative initiatives. these attributes to positively shape Leadership & Community their communities at Northwestern Engagement and beyond. NORTHWESTERN.EDU/LEAD- • Hone leadership and relation- ENGAGE Leadership & Community ship-building skills and apply them Engagement provides educational op- to strengthen their organizations portunities for students to understand and communities at Northwestern and develop themselves as leaders to and beyond. make positive change in their commu- NORTHWESTERN LIFE 23

nities. We support students who are leaders in nearly 500 registered involved in community service and student organizations and facilitate social justice activities, and build sus- on and off-campus programming and tained partnerships in the community entertainment. Students can find a full and on campus and in the community listing of registered student organi- that will advance student learning, zations through Wildcat Connection, leadership development, and commit- which is available at NORTHWESTERN. ment for a just and equitable world. CAMPUSLABS.COM/ENGAGE, and departmentally led programs avail- Student Organizations & Activities able at WILDCATCONNECTION. NORTHWESTERN.EDU NORTHWESTERN.EDU/ STUDENTORGS Student Organiza- tions and Activities engages students in involvement opportunities to build a stronger sense of belonging and community at Northwestern. We support, advise, and train student 24 PARENT & FAMILY GUIDE COUNSELING AND year-round for emergencies. For an PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES appointment, further information, or assistance in after-hours emergencies, NORTHWESTERN.EDU/ students should contact CAPS at (847) COUNSELING 491-2151 or visit the CAPS webpage Emotional or psychological challenges to learn about the center’s scope of arise for most students at some point services. NORTHWESTERN.EDU/ during college. Counseling can be COUNSELING/CLINICAL-SERVICES/ a safe, supportive, and objective way for students to address their SCOPE-OF-SERVICES concerns. Northwestern’s Counseling DEAN OF STUDENTS and Psychological Services (CAPS) offers core brief mental health ser- The Dean of Students Office is the vices that include personalized care central resource for student life issues plan meetings, short term one-on-one and comprises multiple departments counseling sessions, psychotherapy and programs: AccessibleNU, the groups, psychiatric and medication First-Year Experience, New Student consultation, educational programs and Family Programs, Northwest- on various topics, and crisis con- ern Career Advancement, NUhelp, sultation and intervention. When Off-Campus Life, Student Assistance longer term or specialized treatment and Support Services, and Student not offered at CAPS will best meet a Conduct. Undergraduates, graduate student’s needs, CAPS offers refer- students, parents, alumni, faculty, ral services to off-campus providers. and staff who have any questions or CAPS work with students is confi- concerns regarding student life may dential; only with a student’s written contact the Dean’s office at permission or under other limited [email protected] or legal circumstances will anyone (847) 491-8430. outside of CAPS be given information New Student and Family Programs about a student’s counseling. Full- time enrolled students are eligible WWW.NORTHWESTERN.EDU/NSFP for CAPS services at no cost though The Office of New Student and Fam- psychiatric services are offered only ily Programs (NSFP) is responsible when a student is in on-going counsel- for First-Year Experience initiatives, ing at CAPS. A therapist is on call 24/7 which include pre-arrival communi- NORTHWESTERN LIFE 25 cation, Wildcat Welcome, continued disability, a chronic health condition, support throughout the first year, a diagnosed psychological condition, Family Weekend, the Wildcat Family a learning or attention disorder, or Focus e-digest, and other programs other such condition because ANU and services that help acclimate is the proper channel for requesting students and their families to life at accommodations if and when needed. Northwestern. NSFP is also home to Northwestern respects its students’ the Core Leadership Team— a rights to confidentiality, and no dis- select cohort of undergraduate ability-related information appears on students who assist the professional transcripts or other Northwestern re- NSFP staff all year — as well as the cords. For more information, visit the more than 300 undergraduate stu- website (especially the Student FAQs), dents who are selected and trained or contact ANU at (847) 467-5530 or to serve as Pre-Orientation Program [email protected]. counselors, Peer Advisers for new stu- Off-Campus Life dents, or as Family Ambassadors for families. NSFP facilitates year-round NORTHWESTERN.EDU/OFFCAMPUS leadership training and professional The Off-Campus Life office is the first development for these student leaders. point of contact for students moving and living off-campus. The Off-Cam- Accessible NU pus Life office has one constituency NORTHWESTERN.EDU/ACCESSIBLENU group: Northwestern students. This of- AccessibleNU (ANU) works with fice works with multiple stakeholders students and academic programs to communicate, coordinate, and refer to determine reasonable academic regarding issues of students’ rights, accommodations for Northwestern responsibilities, and resources. students with disabilities. In addition Student Assistance and to supporting the self-determination Support Services of these students, ANU works to raise campus-wide awareness on issues of NORTHWESTERN.EDU/NUHELP access, thus enriching the experience Most students enter Northwestern pre- of the University community as a pared to manage the everyday stresses whole. While not required, registering of college life. But when unforeseen with ANU is strongly recommended life events — unexpected illness or for any student who has a physical injury, a personal or family crisis — or 26 PARENT & FAMILY GUIDE other major disruptions interfere with ability. Additionally, UHAS provides their academic, extracurricular, or equitable and effective means for re- social success, students may turn to solving situations in which a student(s) the Student Assistance and Support or student group(s) may have violated a Services (SASS) team for help. SASS non-academic standard or policy of the fosters students’ well-being by provid- University. ing referrals and facilitating access to a well-coordinated network of campus A student may report a concern by and community resources. Through speaking directly to an OSC staff the online portal, NUhelp, students can member at Scott Hall. Electronic report any concerns regarding their reports may be submitted to own or another student’s well-being, the OSC here: bit.ly/NUStudent explore health and wellness program ConductReports. A student may also offerings, and find sources of academic contact Po- assistance specific to their school. To lice or Residential Life staff to report a make an appointment with one of the concern. OSC staff will follow up on all Deans in the SASS program, please call reports to gain additional information 847-491-4582. or clarifications, and to answer ques- tions from the reporter. Student Conduct NORTHWESTERN.EDU/ Once reported, an alleged violation of STUDENT-CONDUCT policy, expectations, or standards, will The Office of Student Conduct (OSC) typically be resolved through UHAS’s serves as the primary resource for re- formal student conduct process. Most solving and addressing alleged student allegations are resolved through admin- violations of Northwestern’s policies, istrative hearings with an individual expectations, and standards. The OSC hearing officer assigned by the OSC. upholds the standards and policies More severe incidents that may result in outlined in the Student Code of Con- a student’s separation from Northwest- duct through providing education and ern are resolved through either admin- training to the University community istrative hearings with two hearings and conducting the University Hear- officers, or a panel made up of trained ing and Appeals System (UHAS). The faculty, staff, and students. Students and purpose of UHAS is to cultivate student families can read the complete proce- integrity, civility, respect, and account- dures on the OSC website. NORTHWESTERN LIFE 27 Parents and families with questions and federal law. The full range of alcohol may contact the OSC at (847) 491-4582 and other drug policies are available at or STUDENT-CONDUCT@ bit.ly/NUStudentHandbook. Students NORTHWESTERN.EDU are strongly encouraged to review the policies to have a complete understand- Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) ing of the expectations incumbent upon Northwestern’s community believes them as members of the Northwestern that its members share responsibility community. for promoting healthy behavior. This includes setting expectations around Northwestern considers violations of alcohol and illegal drug that minimizes its alcohol and other drug (AOD) poli- the risks and harms from substance cies to be an opportunity to intervene use or abuse. Northwestern follows and educate our students. To that end, state and federal law that prohibits the students who are found responsible for unlawful use, possession, or distribution a violation generally participate in edu- of alcohol and illicit drugs by University cational programs such as BASICS- an students. As a result, students under the individualized, educational, data- age of 21 may not possess or consume driven intervention program used alcohol, and students over 21 are pro- widely at many colleges and univer- hibited from providing alcohol to those sities. Disciplinary sanctions are also under the legal drinking age. No student typically issued to students for AOD may use, possess, or distribute illegal violations, such as a University warn- drugs or controlled substances. ing Conduct Review, or University pro- bation. Students may also be expected The priorities of an academic environ- to complete educational sanctions such ment mean that some of the expecta- as research papers, community service tions regarding alcohol and drug usage hours, or reflection papers. Northwest- exceed those of the law. For instance, ern believes that our partnerships with those who are underage may not be in parents and families are important. the presence of alcohol while in the Uni- Therefore, in accordance with federal versity’s residence halls. Severe intoxica- law, we inform parents of violations tion, meaning the use of substances that of the University policies pertaining result in disruptive behaviors or con- to underage use of alcohol and cern for one’s well-being, is prohibited, other drugs. and this policy similarly exceeds Illinois 28 PARENT & FAMILY GUIDE Amnesty through Responsible Action At Northwestern, the well-being of students is of primary importance, and students play a critical role in creating that community of care. Northwest- ern encourages students and student groups to ensure the well-being of others by taking responsible steps to seek assistance for individuals who are intoxicated/impaired (including themselves). The specific steps asked of students include: 1. Call for help from emergency ser- vices or Residential Life staff; 2. Stay with the person until released by responding staff or emergency personnel; and 3. Cooperate with all instructions and requests of responding staff or emergency personnel. When this occurs, the University will honor that care by prioritizing educa- tional and supportive responses. The University will not hold students or student groups who take such action (for themselves or for others), or for whom such action is taken, accountable for violations of the University’s alcohol or other drug (AOD) policies. Students may be held accountable for other, non-AOD, policy violations and driving under the influence. Students may also be required to participate in educa- tional activities such as BASICS. More NORTHWESTERN LIFE 29 detailed information about the Amnesty Resource Center (Norris University through Responsible Action policy can Center, 3rd Floor), the Multicultural be reviewed on on the office’s website. Center (1936 Sheridan) and The Black House (1914 Sheridan). In addition, MSA CAMPUS INCLUSION AND advises several student organizations. COMMUNITY including the Asian Pacific American Coalition (APAC), For Members Only NORTHWESTERN.EDU/INCLUSION Campus Inclusion and Community (CIC) (FMO): Northwestern’s Black Student works collaboratively with the Univer- Alliance, and Rainbow Alliance. sity community to cultivate inclusive Social Justice Education learning environments through the intentional engagement with difference. NORTHWESTERN.EDU/SOCIALJUSTICE CIC pursues its mission by providing SJE offers workshops and trainings for opportunities for dialogue, leadership students focused on topics of inclusion, development, cultural competency identity development, and social justice. education, social justice training, and SJE sponsors the Peer Inclusion Educa- advocacy. CIC comprises three collab- tors (PIE), a student organization that orative areas, focusing on education, facilitates social justice programming, engagement, and enrichment. CIC pro- and Sustained Dialogue, a student-facili- vides support for parents and families tated program that encourages students of students of color, LGBTQIA, first-gen- to engage in conversations across lines eration, lower-income, and/or undocu- of difference. mented/DACA backgrounds. Student Enrichment Services Multicultural Student Affairs NORTHWESTERN.EDU/ENRICHMENT NORTHWESTERN.EDU/MSA Support for parents and families who Multicultural Student Affairs (MSA) have students that are the first to go to enriches the cultural experience of college, come from lower-income back- Northwestern through educational pro- grounds, and/or undocumented/DACA grams and services focusing on leader- backgrounds. ship, community engagement, identity Through campus-wide partnerships development, and identity expression. and advocacy, SES strives to build an MSA provides service in three spaces inclusive Northwestern community that on campus: the Gender and Sexuality is welcoming, supportive, and accessible 30 PARENT & FAMILY GUIDE for all students. EXTERNAL FELLOWSHIPS

NORTHWESTERN.EDU/ FELLOWSHIPS Students may apply for external fellowships with help from the Office of Fellowships. The staff has exper- tise in identifying opportunities that fund language study, research, tuition support, and internships. These awards may include, but are not limited to, such major fellowships as Goldwater, Luce, Marshall, Rhodes, and Truman, as well as the Fulbright US Student Program, which funds research and study in 140 countries worldwide. Whether students are seeking an award as a first-year student or a recent alum, the Office of Fellowships is here to guide them through the initial search, applications, interviews, and more!

FINANCIAL AID UNDERGRADAID. NORTHWESTERN.EDU Grants, loans, and work-study opportunities are offered to undergraduate students enrolled at least half-time; aid eligibility is based on demonstrated financial need. Students must reapply for aid each year and will be emailed instructions for reapplication, during the winter term with decisions being released on a rolling basis throughout the spring NORTHWESTERN LIFE 31 and summer. In the event of dramatic in winter, spring, or summer quarter changes in their financial circum- should review the Student Health In- stances, students, even those not surance website for their relevant open currently receiving aid, should contact enrollment period.). the Office of Undergraduate Financial Aid at (847) 491-7400 or In keeping with a mandate set by the provost, Northwestern requires inter- UNDERGRADAID@ national students—students holding U.NORTHWESTERN.EDU. an F-1 or J-1 U.S. visa—to maintain en- HEALTH INSURANCE rollment in the NU-SHIP for the entire time they are pursuing their studies at NORTHWESTERN.EDU/ Northwestern. STUDENT-INSURANCE All degree-seeking* Northwestern Students who are covered under students are required to have compre- alternate insurance plans and wish to hensive health insurance that meets all waive their NU-SHIP enrollment should of the University’s comparable coverage review the University’s comparable requirements. (*Students in degree-seek- coverage requirements to ensure their ing programs in the School of Profession- coverage provides all required benefits. al Studies are exempt from this require- Students (and their families) are encour- ment.) To this end, all insurance-eligible aged to download the Comparable students are defaulted into the North- Coverage Checklist to determine if their western University Student Health plan qualifies to waive the NU-SHIP. Insurance Plan (NU-SHIP) every year; Students who intend to use the NU- the annual premium is billed to students’ SHIP for their coverage should confirm accounts at the same time tuition and their enrollment in CAESAR as soon as other fees are charged. Students must possible, to ensure access to all benefits confirm or waive their NU-SHIP enroll- at the start of the new plan year (Sept. 1). ment via the online Coverage Selection Students who do not confirm or waive Form in CAESAR, during the applicable their NU-SHIP coverage by the open open enrollment period (for students en- enrollment deadline (for most students, tering/returning to Northwestern in Fall midnight CDT on Oct. 1) will remain en- quarter 2019, open enrollment runs from rolled in the NU-SHIP for the 2019-2020 July 1-Oct.1; students whose first registra- plan, which runs Sept. 1, 2019 - August tion in the 2019-20 academic year occurs 31, 2020, and will be responsible for the 32 PARENT & FAMILY GUIDE $4,050 premium billed to their accounts. stress management, and more. The Wildcats Advancing Total Campus For additional information about 2019- Health (WATCH) peer health education 2020 NU-SHIP coverage, confirming or group offers an opportunity for waiving NU-SHIP enrollment, or annual undergraduate students to get involved Northwestern insurance requirements, in delivering outreach programs across please see the Northwestern Student campus. HPaW professional staff Insurance website. and graduate student interns deliver For assistance navigating the on- trainings and outreach programs line confirmation or waiver process; on numerous health topics and offer researching alternate plans on the wellness consultations for individual marketplace; or questions related to students. Students who wish to explore insurance billing and claims, irrespec- changing their alcohol or drug use tive of insurance provider (NU-SHIP or may choose to seek out BASICS (Brief private plans); contact the Northwest- Alcohol Screening and Intervention ern Student Insurance office by email for College Students), a confidential or by phone at 847.491.3621 (Evanston and nonjudgmental exploration campus) or 312.503.1242 (Chicago with a trained provider. Other health campus). resources and online assessments are available on the HPaW website. HEALTH PROMOTION AND WELLNESS CENTER FOR AWARENESS, RESPONSE, AND NORTHWESTERN.EDU/HPAW EDUCATION (CARE) Health Promotion and Wellness NORTHWESTERN.EDU/CARE (HPaW) works with campus and The mission of CARE is to create a community partners to create a culture of healthy sexuality at North- healthy and safe environment for western where sexual violence, rela- all Northwestern students. HPaW tionship violence, and stalking are not supports the academic and personal tolerated. CARE promotes this mis- success of students by providing sion through confidential advocacy outreach, education, and services and support services and prevention that address issues across the Eight education. CARE’s confidential sup- Dimensions of Wellness, including port and advocacy services for stu- alcohol and other drug use, sleep, dents impacted by sexual violence can NORTHWESTERN LIFE 33 provide a space to process, ask ques- OFFICE OF INTERNATIONAL tions, safety plan, or learn more about STUDENT AND SCHOLAR the impact of trauma; CARE advocates SERVICES (OISSS) can also act as an advisor through the NORTHWESTERN.EDU/ Title IX process. CARE’s prevention INTERNATIONAL education work aims to promote a Northwestern is home to approxi- public health model of sexual violence mately 5,000 international students prevention through trainings on con- from more than 100 countries. The sent, bystander intervention, support- mission of the Office of International ing survivors, and healthy masculinity. Student and Scholar Services is to These trainings may be done by CARE enrich the academic and cultural ex- staff or trained students in two peer periences of those students, as well as education groups, SHAPE and MARS. those of international visitors, employ- HEALTH SERVICE ees, and families. The OISSS advises students on the student immigration NORTHWESTERN.EDU/HEALTH process, summer and fall orientations SERVICE-EVANSTON including online orientation courses Located in Searle Hall on the Evanston and webinars on housing and health campus, the Northwestern University insurance, transition to college life, Health Service for students is staffed by and integration into the University primary care and sports medicine phy- community, and offers weekly walk-in sicians, a nurse practitioner specializ- hours, fall orientations, and a wide ing in women’s health, and a clinic sup- range of programming throughout the port staff consisting of nurses, medical academic year. assistants, and athletic trainers. The Health Service is a contemporary am- NORRIS UNIVERSITY bulatory care facility with a pharmacy, CENTER laboratory, and radiology department on site. Students registered in degree NORTHWESTERN.EDU/NORRIS programs are eligible to use the Health With its variety of services, resources, Service with no charge. See the Health and meeting spaces, Norris Univer- Service website for more information. sity Center is an essential element of community and leadership at North- western. It is the headquarters of the Campus Life office, Fraternity and 34 PARENT & FAMILY GUIDE Sorority Life, and numerous student professional opportunities, including organizations that provide leadership successful job and internship searches opportunities for students. Each quarter, and graduate/law school Norris also offers Mini Courses that are admission. Services include: career fun, educational, and open to everyone. counseling and career assessments; The Game Room, ARTica Studios, and internship and job-search advising and Norris Outdoors provide space and resources, including industry and com- resources for many forms of recreation, pany information, application material including the latest high-tech gaming review, mock interviewing, and advice on systems, art supplies, and outdoor salary negotiations. In addition Hand- equipment for rent. Among the range shake, our online system, provides more of meal and snack sources at Norris are than 30,000 internship and job postings. Dunkin’ Donuts, Starbucks, Mod Piz- NCA also hosts career fairs, information za, Budlong Hot Chicken, Wildcat Deli, sessions and on-campus interviewing. Asiana Foodville, Roots and Seeds, The Market, and Patty2 Other in-house ame- RELIGIOUS AND nities include a printing station, a prayer SPIRITUAL LIFE and meditation room, and a full-ser- NORTHWESTERN.EDU/ vice U.S. Bank. The Norris Bookstore RELIGIOUS-LIFE sells textbooks, campus gear, and is an Religious and Spiritual Life provides Apple-authorized campus store, offering programs and spaces to explore life’s Apple products and other user support meaning and purpose and to create an services. inclusive environment in which stu- NORTHWESTERN dents may discover and grow in their CAREER ADVANCEMENT religious traditions, spiritual explora- tion, or non-religious quest for meaning. NORTHWESTERN.EDU/CAREERS There are more than 40 religious fellow- Northwestern Career Advancement ship groups on campus spanning a wide (NCA) provides a full spectrum of career range of faith traditions. In addition, counseling and advising services, work- Religious & Spiritual Life works closely shops, programming, and special events with five affiliated ministry centers: for undergraduate and graduate stu- Canterbury Northwestern, Fiedler Hillel, dents. It aims to help students translate Sheil Catholic Center, University Chris- their Northwestern education into tian Ministry, and University Lutheran

36 PARENT & FAMILY GUIDE Center. Non-denominational universi- programming to promote community ty chapel services are held on Sun- and to encourage each student’s growth days during the academic year in the and development. A professional full- architecturally significant Alice Millar time Chapel and Religious Center; ; the Resident Director oversees the chapel is ecumenical in its approach administration of a larger area com- to worship and programs, which are prised of smaller units. Faculty-in-Res- open to members of all faiths. Muslim idence and Faculty Chairs also provide Jumua’ah prayers are help Fridays, programming and connections for with a Muslin Prayer room available students living in residential communi- daily for prayers. The center, which ties and residential colleges, respectively. also includes a Multi-Belief Space for Support for students is available 24/7 ritual and contemplation purposes, through neighborhood desks and a net- also hosts a variety of special services work of student and professional staff and events, such as interfaith dia- who serve on duty. logues, mindfulness meditation, and boasts rich musical programming as NORTHWESTERN DINING well as discussion groups, lectures, DINEONCAMPUS.COM/ educational programming, recitals, NORTHWESTERN Inclusive dining is concerts, and dramatic performances. the hallmark of Northwestern Uni- Chaplains welcome personal con- versity’s innovative campus dining ferences with students, either on a program. Unlimited, all-you-care-to-eat drop-in basis or by appointment, and dining is offered in four residential are also available to meet with parents dining locations: Allison Residential and family members. Community, Elder Residential Com- RESIDENTIAL SERVICES munity, Foster-Walker Complex, and Sargent Hall. Residents of halls without NORTHWESTERN.EDU/LIVING on-site dining services may eat in any Residential Services is committed to of these. Eating at the dining commons meeting the needs of students for whom in your neighborhood is encouraged! the Evanston campus is home: the 3,700 Hours of operation vary but are fo- undergraduates who occupy University cused on providing options throughout housing. Live-in student staff and elect- the day and evening hours, with late ed student boards provide support and night dining extending to midnight in NORTHWESTERN LIFE 37 some locations. Northwestern Dining STUDENT FINANCE has a dedicated Pure Eats Dining Hall NORTHWESTERN.EDU/SFS in Foster Walker Complex East as well The University’s Office of Student as Pure Eats stations throughout cam- Finance is responsible for billing pus. Pure Eats focuses on providing students and collecting tuition, fees, options for those with celiac and does and room and board charges. Due not use any foods containing the top 8 dates are September 1 for fall quarter, allergens. There is an on-site Campus January 1 for winter quarter, and April Dietitian for all nutritional counseling 1 for spring quarter. A University-run needs as well as help for those with prepayment plan called 9PAY allows allergies or celiac. The dietitian can participants to spread the costs of always be reached at DIETITIAN@ tuition and fees for the academic year . For those with NORTHWESTERN.EDU over nine monthly payments beginning other special dietary needs, we offer in July. 9PAY applications are due June Kosher and Halal options at all dining 1, and the only cost is a $50 application commons, including certified Kosher fee. Students may view their student stations at Allison and Elder Dining account information and have access Hall. Vegan and Vegetarians can enjoy to eBill and ePay by logging into CAE- rotating daily selections at dedicated SAR, which is also where they can au- stations in all dining halls. Addition- thorize third parties (such as parents) ally, we have many retail locations on to view bills and make payments online. campus – including quick-service cafés, convenience stores like Lisa’s Cafe, and nationally known franchises such as Starbucks, MOD Pizza and Dunkin Donuts as well as local brands like Café Coralie, Asiana and Patty Squared by Amy Morton. Please see the website, DINING.NORTHWESTERN.EDU, for complete information about meal plans, menus, nutrition information, and more 38 PARENT & FAMILY GUIDE TRANSPORTATION Biking

NORTHWESTERN.EDU/ TRANSPORTATION-PARKING/ COMMUTER-OPTIONS/BICYCLE. HTML The Evanston campus has 2½ miles of bicycle paths that connect to the city of Evanston’s bicycle paths. Bicycles stored on campus must be registered with University Police and kept in designated areas such as bicycle racks and bicycle storage rooms. Bicycles insurance. stored in unauthorized areas may be Parking Permits removed at the owner’s expense.

The University and City of Evanston WWW.NORTHWESTERN.EDU/ have also partnered with Divvy to TRANSPORTATION-PARKING/ provide a bike share option. There are EVANSTON-PARKING/PERMITS/ Due a number of stations on campus and to campus space constraints, the pur- throughout Evanston and Chicago. A chase of Northwestern’s $25 Ryan Field discounted Annual Membership is parking permit (valid for the whole available for students. year) is recommended for students who require off-street parking for extended Car Sharing periods. (Almost all of Evanston’s on- WWW.NORTHWESTERN.EDU/ street parking near campus is for res- TRANSPORTATION-PARKING/ idents only or limited to two hours for COMMUTER-OPTIONS/ZIPCAR-CAR- visitors.) The Intercampus shuttle and SHARE.HTML CTA bus #201 provides service between Northwestern has partnered with the parking lot and the main Evanston Zipcar to offer students the conve- campus free with a valid Wildcard. nience of car ownership without the Ryan Field parking is limited to time hassle and expense of bringing a car periods of fewer than 5 consecutive days, to campus. Discounted memberships and all vehicles must be removed from are available, which includes gas and the lot on the days of home football NORTHWESTERN LIFE 39 games. to help undergraduates reach their ac- ademic potential. Located in the North Safe Ride Tower of the University’s Main Library, NORTHWESTERN.EDU/SAFERIDE ASLA offers study groups for more than Safe Ride provides students, faculty, 30 courses, drop-in tutoring throughout and staff with a safe and free alterna- the week, individual and group academ- tive to walking alone after dark. Operat- ic coaching, staff consultations, and an ing from 7 p.m. until 3 a.m. seven days a array of workshops and other resources. week when classes are in session, Safe Students can participate at locations Ride’s service is available on campus across campus. as well as in selected parts of Evanston. HEALTH PROFESSIONS Rides are scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis and may be requested ADVISING by phone call or via ride-sharing app. NORTHWESTERN.EDU/HPA Shuttles Health Professions Advising (HPA) serves Northwestern students and SHUTTLE.NORTHWESTERN.EDU alumni interested in careers in the Northwestern operates several shuttle health professions. Students are en- buses during the academic year which are couraged to develop plans aligned with free for students and make stops on the their personal interests and goals as Evanston and Chicago campuses, as well they prepare to apply for admission to nearby shopping centers. Shuttles can be a postgraduate medical or other health tracked in real time using TransLoc either professions program. online or a smartphone app. TransLoc offers the location of the shuttle as well as To orient first-year students to the pre- predicted arrival time at stops. med experience at Northwestern, HPA hosts regular overview info sessions ACADEMIC SUPPORT & beginning in fall quarter. Advisors offer LEARNING ADVANCEMENT one-on-one advising on topics including NORTHWESTERN.EDU/ coursework, application timelines, per- ACADEMIC-SUPPORT-LEARNING/ sonal statements, crucial experiences, Academic Support & Learning Advance- entrance exams (MCAT, DAT, PCAT, GRE, ment (ASLA) is the key Northwestern etc.), and additional components of a resource for peer tutoring, group study, competitive application. HPA also offers academic coaching, and other resources workshops, information sessions, and 40 PARENT & FAMILY GUIDE other programs throughout the year on NORTHWESTERN LIBRARIES several topics to prepare students for a successful career in the health field. NORTHWESTERN.EDU/LIBRARY With multiple locations serving Admissions officers from medical all of Northwestern’s campuses, and health professions programs at Northwestern Libraries provide a Northwestern and across the country variety of spaces for quiet study and regularly visit the Health Professions collaborative group work, including Advising office to promote their pro- many with access to computers, grams to Northwestern students and printers, scanners, and specialized graduates. For more information, or software. Library staff includes to contact us, please visit our website: personal librarians and research NORTHWESTERN.EDU/HPA. specialists in more than 65 subjects, who offer consultations to help students navigate academic resources relevant to their research. The Northwestern Libraries are home to more than 7 million volumes including Northwestern’s renowned Herskovits Library of African Studies, Music Library, and Transportation Library, as well as access to articles through over 900 databases. With such a wealth of resources, this personal support is essential to finding what you need.

WILDCARD

NORTHWESTERN.EDU/WILDCARD The Wildcard is the official identification card for Northwestern students. Safe, convenient, and easy to use, the Wildcard enables students to access their meal plan; ride University shuttles and use campus fitness facilities for free; get free or discounted NORTHWESTERN LIFE 41

admission to sports and other based resources for students, faculty events on campus; check out library and staff. The Center also engages the materials; use Cat Cash for purchases Northwestern community through at convenience stores on campus; education and programming that and get discounts at local businesses. focuses on feminist, gender, and social When linked to a U.S. Bank account, a justice issues. Wildcard may be used as an ATM/ debit card.

WOMEN’S CENTER NORTHWESTERN.EDU/ WOMENSCENTER The Women’s Center is committed to advancing gender equity and inclusion at Northwestern University and offers a variety of supports and services for women and other gender minorities. We are a welcoming, safe, affirming and supportive environment to access campus and community- 42 PARENT & FAMILY GUIDE THE WRITING PLACE

WRITING.NORTHWESTERN.EDU The Writing Place, located in University Library 2 North, is a writing resource center. In-person and online appointments are available with peer writing consultants – students with superior writing skills who 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. All students are welcome to come to the Writing Place. Even strong writers benefit from talking about their writing with trained consultants. The School of Professional Studies (SPS) Writing Place serves students on the Chicago campus. PARENT & FAMILY GUIDE 43 44 PARENT & FAMILY GUIDE WILLIE’S WILDCAT TIPS Facebook - FACEBOOK.COM/ Willie’s NORTHWESTERNU Twitter - TWITTER.COM/ Wildcat NORTHWESTERNU

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STAYING UP TO SPEED Instagram - INSTAGRAM.COM/ NORTHWESTERNU This booklet is your go-to guide for all the basics, but life at Northwestern is Family Weekend fast-paced and full, which means you Each fall, New Student and Family may want to stay in touch throughout Programs invites all parents and fam- your student’s time at college. Here’s ilies of Northwestern students to cam- how! pus for Family Weekend. Visitors have Wildcat Family Focus the chance to attend special classes, a football game, and various student If you are not already signed up to performances. Most importantly, receive this e-digest from New Student families have the opportunity to spend and Family Programs, you can do so at time with their students! For more WWW.NORTHWESTERN.EDU/NSFP/ information about Family Weekend, FAMILIES/FAMILY-COMMUNICATION. visit WWW.NORTHWESTERN.EDU/ HTML NSFP/FAMILIES/FAMILY- Social Media WEEKEND.HTML Find the latest news and information at NORTHWESTERN.EDU.

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Northwestern’s Official Family Facebook Page - FACEBOOK.COM/ NORTHWESTERNFAMILIES PARENT & FAMILY GUIDE 45 The Lingo Medill = Medill School of Journalism, As your student becomes immersed Media, and Integrated Marketing in the Northwestern community, Communications you might hear some new words or Morty = Morton Owen Schapiro, phrases you don’t recognize. Here is Northwestern University’s a miniature “cheat sheet” for some of 17th president the most common Wildcat lingo. Norbucks = The Starbucks on the first Bienen = Henry and Leigh Bienen floor of School of Music PA = Acronym for Peer Adviser, a stu- The Daily = , dent-mentor who supports a group of the student newspaper students within their school (their PA DM = Dance Marathon, the 30-hour group) throughout their transition dancing extravaganza that raises to Northwestern funds for charity each year, usually Plex = Foster-Walker Complex, the held the first weekend in March largest student residence = Armadillo Day, an all-day Reading week = Week before final event in late May that features live exams when Weinberg College of Arts music, games, and other fun on the and Sciences (WCAS) holds no classes Lakefill The Rock = Baraboo quartzite boulder Distro = Distribution requirement, near University Hall that students a course mandatory for degree have repainted countless times since completion the 1950s FA = Acronym for Family Ambassador, SoC = School of Communication one of 30 students who assist with the execution of Parent and Family Orien- SESP = The School of Education and tation, Wildcat Welcome, and Family Social Policy, pronounced as “SESS-pee,” Weekend, and interact with family not “sesp” members throughout these programs Weinberg = Weinberg College of Arts McCormick = McCormick School of and Sciences Engineering 46 PARENT & FAMILY GUIDE

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Dillo Day Morty 47 PARENT & FAMILY GUIDE PARENT & FAMILY GUIDE 47 SCHOOL SPIRIT Fight Song Go! U Northwestern! Break right through that line. With our colors flying, We will cheer you all the time, U! Rah! Rah!

Go! U Northwestern! Fight for victory, Spread far the fame of our fair name. Go, Northwestern! Win that game!

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Words and music by Theodore Van Etten, class of 1913 48 PARENT & FAMILY GUIDE WILLIE’S WILDCAT TIPS 48 Alma Mater Hail to Alma Mater! We will sing thy praise forever; All thy sons and daughters Pledge thee victory and honor. Alma Mater, praise be thine, May thy name forever shine! Hail to Purple! Hail to White! Hail to thee, Northwestern!

Words by Thomas Tyra, class of 1954

VISITING EVANSTON

For information on Evan- ston shops, restaurants, and hotels, visit DOWNTOWNEVANSTON.ORG PARENT & FAMILY GUIDE 49 Dates and Contacts

FALL 2019 New Student Orientation (Wildcat Welcome) Mon September 16, 2019 Fall classes begin Tues September 24, 2019 Thanksgiving vacation begins 6:00 pm Wed November 27, 2019 Classes resume Mon December 2, 2019 Fall classes end Sat December 7, 2019 Fall exams begin Mon December 9, 2019 Fall exams end Sat December 14, 2019

WINTER 2020 Registration; Winter classes begin Mon January 6, 2020 Martin Luther King Jr Day (no classes) Mon January 20, 2020 Winter classes end Sat March 14, 2020 Winter exams begin Mon March 16, 2020 Winter exams end Sat March 21, 2020

For more information and to view future academic calendars, visit REGISTRAR. NORTHWESTERN.EDU/ CALENDARS. 50 PARENT & FAMILY GUIDE DATES AND CONTACTS

SPRING 2020 Registration; Spring classes begin Mon March 31, 2020 Passover begins Fri April 9, 2020 Easter Sun April 12, 2020 Memorial Day (no classes) Mon May 25, 2020 Spring classes end Sun June 7, 2020 Spring exams begin Mon June 8, 2020 Spring exams end Sat June 13, 2020 Commencement Fri June 19, 2020

SUMMER 2020 Classes Begin; Late Registration Mon June 22, 2020 Independence Day (no classes) Fri July 3, 2020 Six-week session ends Sat August 1, 2020 Eight-week session ends Sat August 15, 2020 Ten-week session ends Sat August 29, 2020

TUITION DUE DATES Fall September 1, 2019 Winter January 1, 2020 Spring April 1, 2020 Summer June 1, 2020 PARENT & FAMILY GUIDE 51

NEW STUDENT AND FAMILY PROGRAMS