Our hope is to give you a glimpse of life at Northwestern while also introducing you to some of the people and offices that will help our campus feel more like home. Below you will find a list of online programs and opportunities that you can join. Additional opportunities will be added to this page as they become available. To register for any event, use the same email and password as you used for your Application Status Portal.
Looking for a more personalized experience? You can also connect with current students over Zoom by clicking on our Meet Other Wildcats page.
For additional help or questions, please email nu-ase@northwestern.edu.
There are no upcoming events at this time.
Join our Global Wildcats to play a unique game of Northwestern Jeopardy: International Student Edition! Come and learn through some fun and friendly competition.
Parents and supporters will share their experiences about their students' transition to Northwestern and discuss the resources they have found helpful. The Office of Family Engagement and the panelists will also answer any questions you may have to help prepare you for the exciting journey ahead!
View recording of the event HERE
Join us to learn about undergraduate study abroad at Northwestern University and discover the credit-bearing programs available through the Global Learning Office. This virtual session will conclude with a question and answer session.
To learn more about programs and opportunities available via the Global Learning Office download the linked PDF.
View recording of the event HERE
Listen to a representative of the Office of Undergraduate Research speak about the many opportunities available to our students throughout their undergraduate years to participate in a variety of research on campus, Chicago, in the country, or the globe.
Join our Global Wildcats for an inside look at the international student experience at Northwestern. Through interactive breakout sessions, you’ll explore the topics that matter most to you and customize your experience along the way.
*View recording of the event HERE
Hear from the Health Professions Advising (HPA) office on how they advise, engage, connect, and prepare you to pursue careers in health during your time at Northwestern and beyond.
* View recording for the event HERE
Join us to hear from a panel of current students from small towns and rural areas as they share more about their transitions to Northwestern and experiences on campus!
Register for the event HERE!
This session will feature students affiliated with Community Based Organizations like Questbridge, Matriculate, and Thrive Scholars, as they reflect on their Northwestern experience.
*View recording of event HERE
Join your fellow classmates as you hear first-hand from faculty, advisors, and current students about the many academic opportunities that await you!
All listed times are in CDT.
Bienen School of Music @ 10:00 a.m.
McCormick School of Engineering @ 11:00 a.m.
Medill School of Journalism @ 10:00 a.m.
School of Education and Social Policy @ 11:30 a.m.
School of Communication @ 11:00 a.m.
Weinberg College of Arts & Sciences @ 11:00 a.m.
Please join us virtually as our wonderful staff from Residential Services and Dining, along with current students, explain everything you'll need to know about your residential living experience!
View recording of the event HERE
Led by current Northwestern undergraduates, this session will highlight the many ways students find connection, community, and support on campus, from shared spaces like the Multicultural Center to support resources such as Student Enrichment Services, as well as student organizations that celebrate and uplift the cultures and backgrounds represented across campus.
*View recording of the event HERE
Learn about how the Northwestern Career Advancement office prepares undergraduates pursuing internships and jobs by providing comprehensive services and by promoting strong partnerships with employers, academic departments, and the university community.
More information about post-graduation outcomes for the Class of 2026 can be found in the Beyond Northwestern PDF.
*View recording of this event HERE
Join us for a student panel with current Northwestern students who are excited to share their experiences as first-generation and/or low-income (FGLI) students and answer your questions.
This informal conversation is a chance to hear directly from FGLI Wildcats about the FGLI student community on campus, navigating the transition to college, finding support systems, and making the most of Northwestern’s resources. Whether you’re wondering about academics, finding your people, campus life, or financial support, bring your questions, big or small!
* View recording for this event HERE
Celebrate your acceptance to Northwestern with fellow admitted students, current students, and members of your regional admission team!
Midwest Region March 26 @ 5 p.m. CDT
Mid-Atlantic Region March 26 @ 4 p.m. CDT
South x Southwest Region March 26 @ 5:30 p.m. CDT
West Region March 26 @ 8 p.m. CDT
Illinois Region March 26 @ 6 p.m. CDT
Northeast Region March 26 @ 4 p.m. CDT
International Region March 26 @ 6 p.m. CDT
OR
International Region March 27 @ 7 a.m. CDT
You will receive an emailed invitation for you to register for your event. Additionally, if you're unsure which regional event to attend, click here to find the one for you. And if the time doesn't work for you, feel free to join a different event as well. Feel free to use your preferred name and pronouns!
What's it really like to be a student at Northwestern? Join current Wildcats from each of our six undergraduate schools for a live, student-led conversation about how academics really work at NU.
Panelists will share how they navigate majors, minors, certificates, advising, and academic planning within their school, while also taking advantage of Northwestern’s strong interdisciplinary culture.
This is your opportunity to ask questions, hear different academic perspectives, and learn how students make the most of Northwestern’s academic resources.
Please join us virtually as our wonderful staff from Residential Services and Dining, along with current students, explain everything you'll need to know about your residential living experience!
January 22, 2026 @ 7 p.m. CST
A recording of this event is available by clicking on this link: The Residental Experience - January 2026
Celebrate your acceptance to Northwestern with fellow admitted students, current students, and members of your regional admission team!
Midwest Region December 18 @ 5 p.m. CST
Mid-Atlantic Region December 18 @ 4 p.m. CST
South x Southwest Region December 18 @ 6 p.m. CST
West Region December 18 @ 8 p.m. CST
Illinois Region December 18 @ 6 p.m. CST
International Region December 18 @ 6 p.m. CST
OR
International Region December 19 @ 7 a.m. CST
Northeast Region December 19 @ 6 p.m. CST
You will receive an emailed invitation for you to register for your event. Additionally, if you're unsure which regional event to attend, click here to find the one for you. And if the time doesn't work for you, feel free to join a different event as well. Feel free to use your preferred name and pronouns!