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UPCOMING EVENTS:

Friday, September 27th from 12-2pm

Weinberg College Staff Food Truck Social

Please join your fellow Weinberg College staff members as we celebrate the impending commencement of the school year with tasty offerings from local food trucks!

RSVP HERE  

PAST EVENTS:

Wednesday, June 26th from 12-2pm

Weinberg College Staff BBQ

Celebrate your success in making it through another busy spring quarter! Please join us for a simple and free BBQ lunch behind Lunt Hall on Wednesday, June 26th at noon. All Weinberg staff are invited. Enjoy the warm summer air and some grilled food (vegan option is available).

RSVP HERE

Thursday, February 21, 2019

"The Garage" Tour

Take a tour of “The Garage” where we fuel transformation. We are the heart of innovation, imagination, and collaboration at Northwestern. 

We bring together a cross-disciplinary community of students, faculty, staff and alumni who all share a passion for building new ideas. The 11,000 square foot space, carved out of the North Campus parking structure, is currently home to more than 60 student-founded startups and projects. At the core, The Garage is startup central at Northwestern. We are community, space, and network of resources for every Northwestern student to learn, iterate, and grow.

RSVP HERE

Tuesday, June 26, 2018

Diversity, Engagement and Advancement: Women Working at Northwestern

4pm-5pm: Panel Discussion and Q & A Session (Kresge 1-515)

5pm-6pm: Reception (Kresge 2-305)

RSVP HERE

Thursday, May 24, 2018

Dearborn Observatory Tour

Professor Mike Smutko who lectures in astrophysics will be giving a guided tour of the Dearborn Observatory for Weinberg staff on Thursday, May 24th at noon and 1:00.

The universe may be vast, but many of its secrets have been revealed by an 18.5-inch lens housed within Northwestern’s own Dearborn Observatory. Built by master craftsmen in 1862, the lens was for a time the largest in the world. Its unprecedented resolution enabled researchers to discover hundreds of double stars and nebulae and to measure the precise rate of continental drift. By the early 20th century, the Northwestern observatory had become a hub for major astronomical conferences, drawing attendees such as Edwin Hubble, whose discovery of the ever-expanding nature of the universe may well have been inspired by a talk he heard on campus in 1914. Today, the historic lens rests within a refurbished tube at the observatory, where students, faculty and visitors continue to study the timeless principles of astronomy. 

RSVP HERE

Wednesday, April 25, 2018

Religious Diversity in the USA: Lunchtime Q & A Panel

Lunchtime panel discussion and Q & A session on religious diversity in the U.S.  Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about the tenets and practices of various religions from people who practice them at . Tahera Ahmad, Northwestern University’s Associate Chaplain and Director of Interfaith Engagement will moderate the panel, which includes: Joe Kopke from the Baha’I Temple, Rabbi Rachel Weiss from the Jewish Reconstructionist Congregation of Evanston, and Jim Matson from the Zen Buddhist Temple of Chicago.​ This event will be held in the Hagstrum Room in University Hall. Space is limited. RSVP here by April 20th 2018.

Wednesday, September 6, 2017

The Summer 2017 Weinberg Faculty & Staff Newsletter is now available! Be sure to read the Staff Advisory Board update highlighting our Summer events and the "Staff Spotlight" featuring Lisa Jene Collins, Business Administrator with the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences.

Weinberg Staff began the new academic year with the annual Food Truck Social at the Scott Hall Courtyard.

Tuesday, August 29, 2017

Speed Networking

Speed Networking in Kresge. Learn about what other administrators around Weinberg do in their positions.

Monday, August 7, 2017 & Tuesday, August 15, 2017

Weinberg Kayaks

The second annual Kayak/Stand Up Paddle Board event was held at the Sailing Club. 

Thursday, July 20, 2017

Ice Cream Social

Weinberg staff enjoyed a break on a hot summer day for the annual Ice Cream Social.

Sunday, June 18, 2017

The Ricky Byrdsong Memorial Race Against Hate took place on Sunday, June 18, 2017. Thank you to everyone who participated in and/or donated to Team Weinberg. Thanks to your generosity, our team was able to raise $1,470, putting us in third place for team fundraising, and most importantly, benefiting the YWCA's racial justice and violence prevention programs. On race day, we had 7 runners and walkers participating with our team in both the 5k and the 10k. It was a great first showing for this particular event, and we are looking forward to participating again next year!

The Spring 2017 Weinberg Faculty & Staff Newsletter is now available! Be sure to read the Staff Advisory Board update highlighting our Spring events and the "Staff Spotlight" featuring Greg Jue, Business Administrator with the Department of Mathematics.

Friday, April 28, 2017

Weinberg Staff Stand Against Racism on April 28, 2017

Weinberg College staff joined fellow staff with Northwestern and other members of the Evanston community in the annual YWCA Stand Against Racism campaign.  Hundreds of participants stood along Ridge and other areas around Evanston to show solidarity in bringing awareness to racial injustice. There was phenomenal support from drivers who honked their horns to show their support. Stand Against Racism is a signature campaign of the YWCA to build community to work towards racial justice and to raise awareness about the negative impact of institutional and structural racism.  

Wednesday, May 10, 2017

The Science Science Salon & Humanities Hour is hosting a lecture with Ursula Porod (Mathematics) on What Are The Chances? Probability in Everyday Life. This event will be held from 12 PM - 1:00 PM in Tech F160.

Monday, February 27, 2017

Weinberg College Staff Pop-up Club - A casual, after-hours gathering for Weinberg staff at Farmhouse Evanston, 703 Church St, Evanston, IL 60201, from 4-6 PM.

Friday, February 17, 2017

On February 17th, staff participated in the Valuing Differences Workshop where techniques were shared on how to communicate in a diverse and complex workplace. During the workshop, Weinberg staff discussed how one’s values, customs, religions, and other attributes can affect communication among colleagues in the workplace, and how one’s assumptions about a person could lead to an offensive action.

Weinberg Staff enjoy ice skating at Norris

Friday, February 10, 2017

Weinberg College staff enjoyed a break in the mid quarter for hot chocolate and winter fun at the Norris Ice Rink on February 10th. The time was spent seeing new and familiar colleagues in the college, spending time on the ice, and enjoying the mild winter.

Weinberg Staff enjoy hot chocolate at Norris


Womens March on Chicago

Ann Kelchner at the March

Saturday, January 21, 2017

Several Weinberg College staff gathered for the Women's March on Chicago. An estimated 250,000 people attended the peaceful march on an unseasonably warm day, just one of many marches that took place around the world. Marchers championed "human rights for ourselves/others in our diversity" and the environment.


prof. dev. panel

Thursday, January 12th, 2017
"What resources have helped influence your career path?" 

A synopsis of the advice, ideas, and thoughts of our wonderful panelists, Kathleen Daniels, Deavon Mitchell, Tara Sadera, Nicole Schneider, and our moderator, Danny Fisher is linked.

 


Thursday, September 01, 2016

Weinberg All Staff Picnic - Staff enjoyed mingling and dining from local food trucks with fellow Weinberg College staff members!

WCAS Staff Picnic, September 1, 2016


Tuesday, August 9, 2016 & Wednesday, August 17, 2016

Kayaking and Paddle Boarding on the Lake - Staff took advantage of the beautiful weather to enjoy the lake front! Participants got to meet other Weinberg College staff members by joining us for Weinberg Kayaking and Standup Paddle Boarding over their lunch breaks. 

WCAS Staff enjoy Lake Michigan, August 2016


Wednesday, August 10, 2016 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Positive Psychology: Enhancing Your Happiness Workshop

Happiness is a surprising concept. Money doesn’t buy it. Making it a goal can chase it away. Yet if you adopt certain behaviors and attitudes, happiness can come to you. This seminar describes those behaviors and attitudes. Ice cream social follows the workshop


Weekly Weinberg Walks | 12:15 PM - 12:45 PM | Mondays & Wednesdays - The Rock / Tuesdays & Thursdays - Tech Plaza
Join us for Weinberg Walks - everyone welcome! Spring 2016 schedule.


Thursday, June 02 | 4 PM | Hagstrum Room
Professional Development - Pathways to Growth at NU

Panelists Dorie Aufmann, Samir Desai, and Simon Greenwold shared how they navigated their own careers, took questions from staff, and everyone mingled, and enjoyed wine and small bites.


Thursday, March 17 | 12 PM - 1 PM | Sheil Center, 2110 Sheridan Road
'Valuing Differences' Workshop


Thursday, February 18, 2016 | 4:30-6:30 PM | Norris Galleria, Ground Floor

"I Want to Ride my Bicycle" - Portraits of Northwestern Bike Commuters

Photography by Alison Witt-Janssen with text by Jennifer Howard

presented in cooperation with the Northwestern Office of Sustainability


Thursday, February 4, 2016 | 4:40-6:00 PM | SPAC

Weinberg Staff Day at the Henry Crown Sports Pavilion (SPAC)

Weinberg staff will enjoy free admittance to the facility for the day as well as these special programs we have arranged!

Join us for one or more of these Weinberg group events:

***FREE one week pass to The Henry Crown Sports Pavilion for all who attend***


Thursday, January 28, 2016 | 12:00pm | Sheil Center, 2110 Sheridan Road

Weinberg Staff Potluck

This will be a fun event to see Weinberg friends and meet others in the College. It will also provide an opportunity for you to see the classroom, conference room, and activity space available in the Sheil Center.

The potluck lunch is simple.  Please bring something to share and enjoy the lunch hour.

Sheil Center SAB Potluck


Wednesday, December 16, 2015 | 12:00-2:00pm | Harris 108

Winter Sweet Treat Exchange & Brown Bag Lunch

What to bring: your lunch and/or a sweet treat to share*

Come enjoy some social time and treats with your fellow WCAS staff!

*with or without a sweet treat to share, we just hope to see you there!


Thursday, November 19, 2015 | 4:00pm | Leopold Room, Harris Hall 108

Afternoon Wine & Cheese, Professional Development Style

Come Network with Weinberg Hiring Managers

Learn the process of hiring directly from those who set the positions and direct the hiring

4:00 – 4:30pm

Enjoy Complimentary Wine and Light Hors D’oeuvres

4:30 – 5:00pm

Hear from Weinberg Hiring Managers

5:00-5:30pm

Connect with Others

Enjoy, Relax, Engage!

Professional Development SAB Event 11/19/2015


Monday, October 26, 2015 | 12:15pm | meet @ The Rock

Weinberg Walks

The Weinberg College Staff Advisory Board invites you to take a break and get some fresh air and exercise by joining us today for 1/2 hour lunchtime walk with fellow college staff!

Everyone is welcome!


Thursday, October 22, 2015 | 12:15pm | meet @ Tech Plaza

Weinberg Walks

The Weinberg College Staff Advisory Board invites you to take a break and get some fresh air and exercise by joining us today for 1/2 hour lunchtime walk with fellow college staff!


Wednesday, October 14, 2015 | 12:15pm | meet @ The Rock

Weinberg Walks

The Weinberg College Staff Advisory Board invites you to take a break and get some fresh air and exercise by joining us today for 1/2 hour lunchtime walk with fellow college staff!


Tuesday, October 6, 2015 | 12:15pm | meet @ Tech Plaza

Weinberg Walks

The Weinberg College Staff Advisory Board invites you to take a break and get some fresh air and exercise by joining us today for 1/2 hour lunchtime walk with fellow college staff!


Monday, September 28, 2015 | 12:15pm | meet @ The Rock

Weinberg Walks

The Weinberg College Staff Advisory Board invites you to take a break and get some fresh air and exercise by joining us today for 1/2 hour lunchtime walk with fellow college staff!


Thursday, September 24, 2015 | 12:15pm | meet @ Tech Plaza

Weinberg Walks

The Weinberg College Staff Advisory Board invites you to take a break and get some fresh air and exercise by joining us today for 1/2 hour lunchtime walk with fellow college staff!


Wednesday, September 9, 2015 | 12:00-2:00pm | Leopold Room, Harris Hall 108

Dean's Welcome Lunch

The Weinberg College Staff Advisory Board invites you to a special staff lunch to meet and welcome Dean Adrian Randolph.

Dean Randolph Welcome Lunch


Tuesday, September 8, 2015 | 12:15pm | meet @ Tech Plaza

Weinberg Walks

The Weinberg College Staff Advisory Board invites you to take a break and get some fresh air and exercise by joining us today for 1/2 hour lunchtime walk with fellow college staff!


Thursday, August 27, 2015 | 12:15pm | meet @ Tech Plaza

Weinberg Walks

The Weinberg College Staff Advisory Board invites you to take a break and get some fresh air and exercise by joining us today for 1/2 hour lunchtime walk with fellow college staff!


Tuesday, August 25, 2015 | 12:00-1:00pm | meet @ main entrance of Deering Library

Tour of the Northwestern University Archives


Wednesday, August 12, 2015 | 12:00-1:00pm | meet @ The Rock

Weinberg Northwestern Garden Tour led by Ann Ziegelmaier, Landscape Architect

Join your fellow college staff for a special lunchtime exploration of Northwestern gardens with Landscape Architect, Ann Ziegelmaier

WCAS Garden Tour


Tuesday, August 11, 2015 | 12:15pm | meet @ Tech Plaza

Weinberg Special Walk to Cupcakes!

Join us for a special Walk to Cupcakes to celebrate summer birthdays!

We will start at Tech Plaza (Sheridan road side) at 12:15pm, walk through campus to arrive at the The Rock around 12:30pm and end at 1813 Hinman by 12:45pm to enjoy cupcakes and fruit.

Three ways to join in on Tuesday, August 11:

Meet us at Tech at 12:15 p.m.

Meet up with us at The Rock at 12:30 p.m.

Meet up with us at 1813 Hinman at 12:45pm


Monday, August 3, 2015 | 12:15pm | met @ The Rock

Weinberg Walks

The WCAS Staff Advisory Board invites you to take a break and get some fresh air and exercise by joining us today for 1/2 hour lunchtime walk with fellow college staff!

SABWalk080315


Thursday, July 30, 2015 | 12:15pm | meet @ Tech Plaza

Weinberg Walks

The Weinberg Staff Advisory Board invites you to take a break and get some fresh air and exercise by joining us today for 1/2 hour lunchtime walk with fellow college staff!

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outside of Scott Hall


Tuesday, July 14, 2015 | 12:15pm | meet @ Tech Plaza

Weinberg Walks to the Shakespeare Garden

The Weinberg Staff Advisory Board invites you to take a break and get some fresh air and exercise by joining us today for 1/2 hour lunchtime walk with fellow college staff!

Weinberg walks to the Shakespeare Garden, 071415


Thursday, June 25, 2015 | 12:15pm | meet @ Tech Plaza

Weinberg Walks

The Weinberg Staff Advisory Board invites you to take a break and get some fresh air and exercise by joining us today for 1/2 hour lunchtime walk with fellow college staff!

Today’s meeting location is Tech Plaza (Sheridan road side). Walk will start from there at 12:15pm and go until 12:45pm. IF IT IS RAINING AT 12:00PM the walk will be canceled and we will see you next week.

Weinberg walks to 1601, 062515


Wednesday, June 24, 2015 | 4:00-5:00pm | meet @ Tech Plaza

Northwestern North Campus Architecture Tour led by Kevin Leonard, Northwestern Archivist

Join your fellow Weinberg staff for a special walking tour of north campus led by Northwestern Archivist, Kevin Leonard, examining Northwestern University history through architectural design.

Tour starts at Tech Plaza promptly at 4:00pm and ends at The Garage

5:00pm-6:00pm | Gathering at The Garage, 2311 North Campus Dr., 2nd floor of parking garage

See the new location for innovation and entrepreneurship at NU: The Garage.

Tour the new space and socialize with fellow Weinberg staff.

Light refreshments will be served.

WCAS Staff tour of North Campus stops at Patten Gym, 062415

North Campus Architecture Tour stops at Patten Gym

WCAS Staff tour of The Garage space, 062415

North Campus Architecture Tour stops at Patten Gym


Tuesday, June 16, 2015 | 12:15pm | meet @ The Rock

Weinberg Walks the Landfill

The Weinberg Staff Advisory Board invites you to take a break and get some fresh air and exercise by joining us for 1/2 hour lunchtime walks with fellow college staff!

Weekly walks will start at 12:15pm and end at 12:45pm

· Monday & Wednesday we will meet at The Rock

· Tuesdays* & Thursdays we will meet at Tech Plaza *exception: 6/16 meet at The Rock

· In the event of rain walk will be canceled

 2015 Summer Walk Calendar

Look for a walk leader in Weinberg T-shirt at the meeting location.

Weinberg walks the landfill path, 061615


Wednesday, May 20, 2015 | 12:00-1:00pm | Arch to South Campus

Northwestern South Campus Architecture Tour led by Kevin Leonard, Northwestern Archivist

Join your fellow Weinberg staff for a special lunchtime walking tour examining Northwestern University history through architectural design!

South Campus Architecture Tour, May 20, 2015


Thursday, March 12, 2015 | 4:30-6:30pm | Block Museum

Winter Gathering at the Block Museum

Collecting Paradise: Buddhist Art of Kashmir and Its Legacies

The Winter Gathering at the Block Museum on March 12, 2015 was a huge success! Weinberg staff enjoyed appetizers and drinks, while chatting with familiar and new faces. The docent led tours of the exhibit, Collecting Paradise: Buddhist Art of Kashmir and Its Legacies, were an excellent way to experience the fascinating exhibit. Staff enjoyed learning about the exhibit which examines Buddhist art from Kashmir that has traveled across centuries and borders.


Thursday, October 2, 2014 | 1:00-2:30pm | Norris Center, Lake Room

Tough Customers, Professional Development Seminar

Customer service is more important than ever in the University environment.  But how can you give great service when customers - students, faculty, administrators, or members of the public - are difficult?

From WorkPlace interactors, the presenters are: Dan Feldt, Beverly Feldt and Felicity Joy.

Light Refreshments will be served

No Charge for Event: However, If no show, a $25 fee will be charged to your Department chartstring


Tuesday, June 10, 2014 | 12:00-1:30pm | Ryan Hall 4003

Weinberg Staff Spring Picnic

The Weinberg Staff Spring Picnic on June 10, 2014 was a packed event in Ryan Hall (since the weather did not cooperate). Everyone enjoyed a catered lunch and frozen custard while they mingled with colleagues and said thank you & goodbye to outgoing Dean Sarah Mangelsdorf, who received mementos as a token of the college staff's appreciation for her work.


Wednesday, February 19, 2014 | 4:00-6:00pm | Vinic Wine Co
Weinberg Staff Wine Tasting

WINE, SNACKS, AND NON-ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES!

Come to taste different wines from around the world, meet different people from around campus, and just enjoy yourselves and each other's company. We hope to see you there on February 19th between 4 & 6pm. Event is FREE and open to all college staff.


Wednesday, November 20, 2013 | 4:30-6:30 | Kaplan Seminar Room, Kresge 2-360

Fall Staff Party

Come gather with old friends & meet new staff members

Wine & Cheese will be served

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