Northwestern University School of Professional Studies

Jasmine Q. is a Chicago native whose journey exemplifies determination and the power of education. After pausing her studies to work full-time, Qureshi reignited her academic ambitions. Now as a part-time Humanities undergraduate at Northwestern University SPS, Qureshi balances her various roles and responsibilities. Discover her story of resilience and the supportive community at Northwestern SPS in our latest LinkedIn article.

Registration is open for our next thought leadership event "AI in Practice: Are Ethical Outcomes Possible by Design?". 📅 Date: July 23 🗣️ Speaker: Michael Dain, user experience design expert and IDS faculty member 🌐 Format: Online (zoom) This webinar invites attendees to critically examine how AI technology, despite its uncertainty, might reshape education, business, and creative work in the years ahead. Register now: https://lnkd.in/ezYdXz7k

How is AI reshaping the future of design and technology? In this webinar, MS in Information Design and Strategy faculty member Michael Dain will explore how AI has captured public imagination—and what we're getting wrong about its influence. Drawing from his podcast "Surviving AI" and extensive research, Dain will offer an unsentimental, grounded analysis of how AI emerged through scale and experimentation rather than deliberate design. Register now: https://lnkd.in/ezYdXz7k

From decorated caps to hilarious signs, from balloons and flowers to standout fashion, Northwestern SPS graduates and their families marked this milestone in memorable ways. Take a look at the creativity, pride, and love on full display. #NorthwesternSPS #NU2025

"Northwestern has taught me that we overcome challenges by leaning into our tribes. My Northwestern tribe consists of classmates who became friends, professors who became mentors, and staff who became cheerleaders, all playing a pivotal role in finding my voice and reclaiming my confidence. They reminded me that my unique perspectives and lived experiences weren’t footnotes but essential chapters in our collective learning." —Samina Lakhani, MPPA '25, Northwestern SPS Convocation Student Speaker #NorthwesternSPS #NU2025

Behind the scenes, our convocation keynote speaker Curt Menefee shares a heartfelt message with the SPS Class of 2025. A moment to remember—Go Wildcats! 💜🎓 #NorthwesternSPS #NU2025

Congratulations to our newest alumni, #NU2025! We invite friends and family to honor your graduating SPS student by contributing to their Leadership Circle membership. Together, let's empower the next wave of leaders and innovators. http://spr.ly/60434uyaU #NorthwesternSPS

Here’s to you, Northwestern SPS Class of 2025! 🎓 #NorthwesternSPS #NU2025

Today, we’re celebrating both our graduates and all the Northwestern dads who support and inspire their families and communities. Thank you for all that you do, and happy Father’s Day! 💜 #NU2025 #NorthwesternSPS

"I have listened to some students tell me how long they have planned and how far they have traveled to study at Northwestern, and others who live a few neighborhoods away but juggle work, a family and still find time to pursue a degree. You are all inspiring and it is why we—all of us on this stage, faculty and staff—are here." — Thomas F. Gibbons, Northwestern SPS Dean #NorthwesternSPS #NU2025