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.
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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?
The mission of Human Resources is to promote an innovative and inclusive workplace where all individuals thrive and collaborate to advance our Northwestern directions.
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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.
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.
Discover the latest HR news and announcements in the HR newsletter Employee Matters. Delve into past newsletters for an archive of valuable insights.
With the end of the tax year approaching, it’s time to check your W-2 consent form. To receive an electronic W2 for the 2024 tax year, update your W2 consent form by December 31, 2024. Log into myHR, from the menu bar, click on “W-2 Electronic Consent” and update your consent. Please email askHR@northwestern.edu with any questions.
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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.