Our Mission
The mission of Human Resources is to promote an innovative and inclusive workplace where all individuals thrive and collaborate to advance our Northwestern directions.
Why Northwestern?
A mission-driven workplace.
At Northwestern, we talk about our Northwestern Directions – journeys that each one of us creates and defines. For our staff this means becoming an integral part of an innovative, collaborative, and multidimensional community. Everyone’s Northwestern Direction is unique: What will be yours?
Announcements & Events
Find the latest updates & upcoming events.
Recent Announcements
2024 Election Day Self-Care Toolkit
Many Americans may experience an elevated stress level following the 2024 Presidential Election. The Office of Human Resources has compiled a list of resources to support Northwestern employees during these demanding times. Learn more.
Employee Assistance Program
The EAP SupportLinc is available to faculty, staff, and household members and provides 24/7/365 free and confidential access to a variety of mental health and well-being services and resources, including short-term counseling.
Employee Matters Newsletter
Discover the latest HR news and announcements in the HR newsletter Employee Matters. Delve into past newsletters for an archive of valuable insights.
Open Enrollment
The Benefits Open Enrollment period is now open through November 8, 2024. More information, including what is new for this year, is available on the Open Enrollment webpage, including FAQs. Visit the virtual Benefits & Well-being fair.
Upcoming Events
New Faculty & Staff Benefits Orientation
November 6, 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Family & Friends Night at Bienen
November 15, 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Center for the Musical Arts, 70 Arts Circle
New Faculty & Staff Benefits Orientation
November 20, 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
New Faculty & Staff Benefits Orientation
December 4, 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
New Faculty and Staff Benefits Orientation
December 11, 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Careers at Northwestern
Learn more about job opportunities and why employees choose Northwestern
Employee Quick Links
Benefits, workplace essentials and professional development
Explore your benefits, find resources for well-being & managing your career and quick links to the systems you use most.
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