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Teresa: The Start of Something NU

Teresa: The Start of Something NU

Posted on November 19, 2015November 19, 2015 by AdmissionBlog
“What’s your name, hometown and major?” For the first week at Northwestern, every conversation is an endless cycle of these three questions, and it’s okay. These are important when I’m meeti... Read More
Daniel: Patten Gymnasium

Daniel: Patten Gymnasium

Posted on November 6, 2015November 6, 2015 by AdmissionBlog
My freshman year I lived at Slivka Residential College located on the north end campus. One day during Welcome Week, one of my suitemates asked me, “Wanna play some basketball at Patten?” In the m... Read More
Ryan: Camping with the "Surgeons"

Ryan: Camping with the “Surgeons”

Posted on November 6, 2015 by AdmissionBlog
I love that Northwestern University is located in Evanston, IL, on Chicago’s North Shore and a shuttle ride away from the city of Chicago. I love that my morning run could take me north along Sherid... Read More
Hayley: Evanston -- The Dining Capitol

Hayley: Evanston — The Dining Capitol

Posted on November 6, 2015November 6, 2015 by AdmissionBlog
I’ve found that when I have a lot of commitments on my plate, the best thing for me to do is put even more on my plate — well, at least more food. Downtown Evanston is home to a number of diff... Read More
Hayley: Back in the Swing of Things

Hayley: Back in the Swing of Things

Posted on October 8, 2015September 21, 2017 by AdmissionBlog
Between starting new classes, seeing old friends and assuming extracurricular responsibilities, the first week of any quarter is a busy one, and last week was no exception. Although I’m a journalism... Read More
Mike: Fall at Northwestern

Mike: Fall at Northwestern

Posted on October 8, 2015 by AdmissionBlog
Fall marks the beginning of school once again. Going back to classes, homework, stress. At the same time, and arguably more importantly, returning to campus means football games, tailgates, reuniting ... Read More
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