After weathering the effects of the polar vortex, life at Northwestern carries on, with celebrations for Black History Month and more to keep students busy in these cold times! Mental Health Panel Monday, February 4 from 2-4 PM, Armadillo Room of Norris As part of Multicultural Student Affair’s celebration of Black History Month, the department
As we transition into February, learn what’s happening on campus to celebrate Black History Month and more. MLK Commemoration Keynote Monday, January 28 from 6 to 7 p.m. Pick-Staiger Concert Hall Northwestern’s week of MLK programming will end with a final commemoration keynote by Maggie Anderson. Anderson is the author of Our Black Year, her
February is Black History Month, a time to celebrate and learn about black culture. Multicultural Student Affairs (MSA) has organized a wide variety of fun events to encourage students to celebrate blackness and the whole self throughout the coming month. Harambee, an annual Northwestern tradition, will kick off the month with a mixture of performances,
In annual commemoration of Martin Luther King, Jr.’s life and legacy, Northwestern will offer all students the opportunity to participate in a range of free service and learning activities throughout the week. Learn what’s happening across campus this week, including MLK activities and beyond. Day of Service Monday, January 21 — Classes are suspended on Monday in observation
Body Acceptance Week Monday, February 25- Friday, March 1 Across campus Look out for Counseling and Psychological Services’ Body Affirmation Station as it travels across campus. The station will include handouts and other resources on improving body image and addressing eating disorders, and everyone who visits the station will receive a “you are beautiful” sticker. For more information, including the
What’s happening on campus this week? Learn about some of the many fun and educational events being held near you!
We’re less than two weeks away from family weekend. From a tailgate and football game to a range of cultural and specialized activities, Northwestern’s annual offering of family events is sure to have something for everyone.
The Journey of Our Years, Northwestern’s congratulatory for Black undergraduates, will allow students to reflect on their journey at NU while celebrating their achievements. Hosted by Multicultural Student Affairs, the event emphasizes the Black student experience and will occur on June 21.
With graduation just around the corner, Multicultural Student Affairs (MSA) have been planning special congratulatories for Northwestern undergraduate students of color. The Latinx congratulatory on June 21 will celebrate the accomplishments of Hispanic/Latinx students and cater to their unique cultural background.
As the academic year comes to a close, seniors look forward to graduation, a chance to celebrate the accomplishments of their undergraduate career and the person they’ve become. But for some students, developing their identity was closely connected to exploring their sexuality. These students may choose to participate in Lavender Graduation, a special ceremony for Northwestern graduates who identify as LGBTQ and their allies.
