American Studies Calendar
Key dates for 2026-2027
Deadlines and dates for American Studies events are shown in the table below.
Northwestern Academic Calendar
Many dates for American Studies events and deadlines dovetail with the university's academic calendar. The complete Northwestern academic calendar for 2026-2027 is located on the Office of the Registrar website.
Fall Quarter 2026
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Professor Kathleen Belew will be available via email:
belew@northwestern.edu and during office hours by appointment
| Day | Date | Event |
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Thur |
September 17 2-5pm |
Directions Fair: question session for first-year and transfer students. |
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Weds |
September 23 12-2:00pm |
Welcome Back lunch for American Studies majors. AMST Lounge, Kresge 5520 |
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Sat |
October 10 9am |
American Studies Homecoming Alumni Breakfast- Join us as we welcome alumni back for a homecoming lunch in the Lounge. |
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TBD |
Obama Center Tour |
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October TBD 12:30-1:30 |
Fall Quarter Governing Committee Meeting - AMST Lounge |
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Tues |
TBD 5-6pm |
Group Advising session for WQ: Kresge 5520 (Individual advising to follow) |
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Sun |
November 1 6pm |
FQ Culture Club Movie Screening of Sinners - Norris Center Northwestern Room |
Winter Quarter 2027
| Day | Date | Event |
|---|---|---|
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TBD |
Salsa Dance Class - start the WQ out with a fun dance class just for AMST. Details to come |
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TBD 5-6 |
Group Advising Session for SQ: Kresge 5520 (Individual advising to follow Feb) |
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TBD 6-7 pm |
Informational Session about the American Studies major (more detail about the major can be found on the Admissions page). Dinner will be provided. Kresge 5520 |
Spring Quarter 2027
| Day | Date | Event |
|---|---|---|
| TBD | Applications due (Admission to the American Studies major is through a selective application process; see the Admissions page for details) | |
| April TBD | Thesis Discussion Meeting - current seniors and juniors will meet with Professor Bruner about the thesis process. | |
| TBD | Applicant Interviews | |
| TBD | Applicant Notification — New American Studies Majors selected | |
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TBD 5-6pm |
Group Advising Session for SQ: - All current and incoming American Studies Majors. Kresge 5520 (Individual advising to follow)
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May TBD |
Senior Symposium - Thesis writers will present and all students, faculty and guests are welcome. Reception to follow. |
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June TBD 12pm |
End of Year Picnic - American Studies student and faculty year end celebration lunch - Lakefront at Clark Street and Sheridan |
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June TBD |
Pre-Convocation/Graduation Celebration Breakfast— American Studies seniors. |