Stepping off the plane at O’Hare I never thought an airport terminal would bring tears to my eyes. I wasn’t crying because I was sad, I cried because I was excited to see what the next four years ...Read More
I remember breaking into a cold sweat while copying and pasting my personal essay into the Common App. Yes, Northwestern encourages applicants to embrace their authenticity. But will mentioning my 504...Read More
June 5, 2020 A note to our prospective students from our director of undergraduate admission, Liz Kinsley: We know recent events have been overwhelming for many of you. The killing of George Floyd, Br...Read More
Black History Month is a time to commemorate the Black individuals who have paved the path for us Black folk today. The sacrifices they made are what allow us to be at an institution like Northwestern...Read More
One thing that I certainly wasn’t prepared for when I got Northwestern was how important my social identities would become. I think it’s true of a lot of high school experiences that conversations...Read More
With summer upon us, many high school students often begin their college research time during this time. Reflecting on my own college search, applying to college was a complicated process for me. As a...Read More