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Category: The Week Ahead

The Week Ahead (September 23- 29)

Regular Registration for Norris Mini Courses Begins  Monday, September 23  Online at the Norris Box Office website  Norris Mini Courses cover a wide variety of fun and interesting topics, including hip hop, knitting, pocket billiards, and more. All classes meet once a week in the evenings and are not credit-bearing, making them the perfect opportunity to try something new.  Registration

The Week Ahead (September 16-22)

New Student Move-in  Sunday, September 15 from 1:00- 5:00 PM and Monday, September 16 8:00 AM- 4:00 PM  All Campus  When arriving on campus during their allotted move-in slot, new students should present their unloading permit. This permit will allow students to drop off their items in an unloading zone close to their residence hall. From there, new students

The Weeks Ahead (August 12- September 15)

Norris Game Room  Sunday- Saturday from 12:30- 6:00 PM  Norris Underground  Looking for entertainment, but on a tight budget? Northwestern students can play video games, pool, and ping pong for free in the Norris Game Room. Non-NU guests can also receive unlimited play time in the game room for just three dollars. Stop by and

The Weeks Ahead (July 29- August 11)

Lunch on the Lake  Wednesday, July 31 from 12:00 to 1:15 PM  Norris East Lawn  Enjoy a free concert by CHARLES  & Company with a Southern-themed lunch. Soak up some sun by the lake while CHARLES & Company brings you various dance music from Motown, Classic Rock, Swing, Blues, to Standards, Reggae and the 50’s.  

The Weeks Ahead (July 15-28)

Lunch on the Lake  Wednesdays from 12:00 to 1:15 PM  Norris East Lawn  Enjoy a cajun-themed lunch while listening to the smooth jazz of Chris Greene and his quartet on July 17. Then return on July 24 to hear the Johnny Blas & Afro-Libre Group, featuring a Latin-themed lunch.  All lunches cost $12, but the concerts themselves are free and open for anyone

The Weeks Ahead (July 1-14)

Dearborn Observatory Public Viewing   Friday, July 5 from 9:00 to 11:00 PM Dearborn Observatory   The Dearborn Observatory is open during the spring and summer months (Apr-Sept) for public viewing. Walk-ins are held during the last hour from 10:00 PM. Try something new on Fridays by looking through the telescope.    Lunch on the Lake |

The Week Ahead (June 17-23)

President’s Reception Thursday, June 20 from 11:30 AM- 1:00 PM Norris East Lawn President and Mrs. Schapiro host this informal reception including a light lunch open to all graduates, their families, and guests.   Baccalaureate Service Thursday, June 20 from 4:00- 5:00 PM Pick-Staiger Concert Hall This interfaith service incorporates University traditions into a program

The Week Ahead (June 10-16)

Tasty Treats  Monday, June 10 and Tuesday, June 11 at 2:00 PM  SOURCE, Third Floor of Norris  Take a mid-day break to come get some healthy snacks that’ll help you power through the last week of the school year!    Free Massages  Monday, June 10 at 7:00 PM  University Library Book Nook  Feeling the stress from finals

The Week Ahead (May 28- June 2)

2019 Undergrad Research & Arts Expo  Wednesday, May 29 from 10:00 AM- 10:00 PM  Second Floor of Norris University Center  Original research and creative work by undergraduate students will be put on public display during this annual event. Prizes will be awarded for the best poster, oral presentation, and creative arts entry. The evening’s Creative Arts Festival will

The Week Ahead (May 20-26)

Latinx Community Night  Wednesday, May 22 from 5:30 to 7 PM 1936 Sheridan Rd.  Multicultural Student Affairs (MSA) hosts a monthly community night for Latinx students and organizations. The gathering is intended to encourage attendees to build connections within the community and share information or resources.    Jubil-Asian  Friday, May 24 from 5 to 7