Northwestern University Day Fall 2026
@ Northwestern University
633 Clark St, Evanston, IL 60208
Opening Sunday, October 4th, from 11AM - 7PM
Quaecumque sunt vera is Northwestern University’s official motto. It’s a Latin phrase that translates to “whatsoever things are true.” We believe truth can be found in art, poetry, literature, and comedy. Join us in Evanston for a day celebrating all four, and use our calendar view to plan your day.
Northwestern University Day Member Reception
Sunday, Oct. 4, 2026 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. CTNorthwestern University
Northwestern Doorways of Chicago Walking Tour 11:30 a.m.
A portal into Chicago’s rich history
Sunday, Oct. 4, 2026 11:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. CTNorthwestern University
Bill and Penny Obenshain Program on Global Affairs
Francis Fukuyama: In the Realm of the Last Man
The leading political thinker on his storied life
Sunday, Oct. 4, 2026 noon – 1 p.m. CTNorthwestern University
Ayad Akhtar: The Radiance
The Pulitzer Prize winner in conversation
Sunday, Oct. 4, 2026 1 – 2 p.m. CTNorthwestern University
Elaine and Roger Haydock Humor Series
A Talk and Singalong with Monty Python’s Eric Idle
The famed comedian on his newest creative endeavor: Idle in Provence
Sunday, Oct. 4, 2026 1 – 2 p.m. CTNorthwestern University
Northwestern Doorways of Chicago Walking Tour 2:15 p.m.
A portal into Chicago’s rich history
Sunday, Oct. 4, 2026 2:15 – 3:30 p.m. CTNorthwestern University
Peter Sagal’s Constitution Sessions: Supremacy
The case against ultimate judicial rule
Sunday, Oct. 4, 2026 2:30 – 4 p.m. CTNorthwestern University
Sarah M. S. Pearsall: Freedom Round the Globe
The renowned historian on the hidden global origins of the American Revolution
Sunday, Oct. 4, 2026 4 – 5 p.m. CTNorthwestern University
Jeff Garlin: Best Seat in the House
A behind-the-scenes look into showbiz from the beloved Chicago comedian
Sunday, Oct. 4, 2026 4 – 5 p.m. CTNorthwestern University
Northwestern Doorways of Chicago Walking Tour 5:15 p.m.
A portal into Chicago’s rich history
Sunday, Oct. 4, 2026 5:15 – 6:30 p.m. CTNorthwestern University
Leïla Slimani: I’ll Take the Fire
The French-Moroccan novelist on her new autobiographical novel
Sunday, Oct. 4, 2026 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. CTNorthwestern University
Anand Giridharadas: Man in the Mirror
A conversation about hope, struggle, and belonging in an American city
Sunday, Oct. 4, 2026 7 – 8 p.m. CTNorthwestern University
John Green: Hollywood, Ending
The #1 internationally bestselling author on his much-anticipated return to fiction
Sunday, Oct. 4, 2026 7 – 8 p.m. CTNorthwestern University
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Tags: Anand Giridharadas, Ayad Akhtar, Eric Idle, Evanston, Francis Fukuyama, Jeff Garlin, John Green, Leila Slimani, Northwestern University, Northwestern University Day Fall 2026, Peter Sagal, Sarah M. S. Pearsall
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