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
Human Resources Strategic Plan
Our Five-Year Strategic Plan connects to the University's priority related to the staff community, Invest in our employees, and focuses on five key areas: Recruitment and Retention, Total Compensation, Engagement and Belonging, Technology and Process Improvement, and Customer Support and Alignment. Learn more.
Northwestern Benefits Update
Northwestern will transition to new medical, dental and prescription insurance providers for benefits-eligible employees, and adjust certain terms of tuition benefits beginning Jan. 1, 2026. To read the message and stay informed visit the 2026 Open Enrollment webpage.
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.
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. Check out Supportlinc’s tip sheet: Resources during times of uncertainty
Upcoming Events
YourBenefits Overview
July 23, 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
YourBenefits Overview
August 6, 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
YourBenefits Overview
August 20, 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
YourBenefits Overview
September 10, 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
YourBenefits Overview Session
September 24, 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
YourBenefits Overview Session
October 8, 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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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Pay & Taxes
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