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What Goes on at NU During the Summer?

What Goes on at NU During the Summer?

Posted on July 23, 2024 by Kaprice Daniels
Summer at Northwestern University is a dynamic and vibrant time, offering a range of activities, programs, and opportunities for students and high schoolers alike. While the regular academic year is b... Read More
Exploring Downtown Evanston’s Culinary Wonderland!

Exploring Downtown Evanston’s Culinary Wonderland!

Posted on February 8, 2024February 8, 2024 by drr1327
If you’re a Northwestern University student or a visitor to Evanston, you’re in for a treat – literally! Downtown Evanston is not just a college town; it’s a food paradise with div... Read More
Maria '23: Finding My Community -- Imposter Syndrome & Me

Maria ’23: Finding My Community — Imposter Syndrome & Me

Posted on June 28, 2021 by aal061
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
Robby ’21: The Northwestern Game Day Community

Robby ’21: The Northwestern Game Day Community

Posted on February 7, 2021 by Admissions Blog
Here at Northwestern, we pride ourselves on knowing the days of the week: Monday, Game Day, Game Day, Thursday, Friday, Game Day, and Sunday. Of course, the calendar changes from week to week: some we... Read More
Kendyl: Looking Back - Three Things I Didn’t Expect My First Year

Kendyl: Looking Back – Three Things I Didn’t Expect My First Year

Posted on July 18, 2019 by Admissions Blog
Like many people, I started college with a slew of expectations about academics, lifestyle, and experiences I’d have. Though I thought I had a good sense of what to expect, I found it impossible (in... Read More
Alyssa: My First Summer Away From Home

Alyssa: My First Summer Away From Home

Posted on March 5, 2019 by Admissions Blog
At the end of my first year of college, I had the intention of flying back home, seeing my family and friends, and relaxing after a hectic year. However, the universe (and my parents) had other plans ... Read More
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