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Class of 2021: Advice for our Freshman Selves

Class of 2021: Advice for our Freshman Selves

Posted on June 14, 2021 by aal061
“Stay curious, continue to try new things, and be open to meeting new people! – Julia (Park Ridge, IL) Music Composition & Learning and Organizational Change (LOC)   “Get involved i... 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
Sam: Chemistry, Dancing, Halloween

Sam: Chemistry, Dancing, Halloween

Posted on July 29, 2016September 21, 2017 by AdmissionBlog
Painting the Rock. Dancing the night(s) away in the dance marathon tent. Northwestern isn’t exactly shy when it comes to huge campus traditions. However, we have plenty of lesser-known campus quirks... Read More
Sam: My Two Left Feet and Dance Marathon

Sam: My Two Left Feet and Dance Marathon

Posted on June 24, 2016September 21, 2017 by AdmissionBlog
Before coming to Northwestern, I was perplexed by the idea of a Dance Marathon. I understood the importance of helping a charitable organization and was absolutely impressed by the success of Northwes... Read More
Jim: Day Full of Games, Food, and Good Friends

Jim: Day Full of Games, Food, and Good Friends

Posted on July 2, 2015July 2, 2015 by AdmissionBlog
I know that most folks were pretty disappointed with Dillo Day’s cancellation due to rain this year, but I actually found it to be a great weekend. For one, I managed to get tickets for the Frid... Read More
Jason: My Move-In Day

Jason: My Move-In Day

Posted on May 22, 2015September 21, 2017 by AdmissionBlog
The President of Northwestern, Morty Schapiro, has a goal to have dinner with every student at Northwestern at some point during his or her undergraduate career. He is always hosting dinners at his ho... Read More
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