Alumni Advocacy Network

Advocate for Northwestern.

Join a growing community of alumni and friends who are using their voices to stand up for Northwestern’s groundbreaking research, transformative teaching, and bold innovation

About the Northwestern Alumni Advocacy Network

The Northwestern Alumni Advocacy Network is a community of alumni and friends committed to advancing the University's mission of excellence in teaching, research, and innovation. This initiative is led by the Northwestern Alumni Association.

You will receive:

Periodic updates on key issues
Access to sample messages and advocacy tools
Opportunities to take action

How Alumni Advocates Can Help

Explore ways that you can make an impact for Northwestern.

Stay Informed

Keep up on the latest developments through these resources:

Community Messages: Read updates from University leaders
Federal Policy Updates: Learn how Northwestern is responding to policy changes
Research Impact: Explore how Northwestern’s research improves lives and makes a difference for the Chicago region, the nation, and the world
Costs of Research: Find out how indirect costs support critical and necessary research expenses

Advocate for Northwestern

Your voice can inspire others to support the University’s mission.

Advocate Within Your Network: Tell the story of Northwestern’s impact on your life—with friends, colleagues, and members of your community.
Join the Research Matters campaign: Students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends can share the importance of research. Submissions may be featured on our website, on social media, or across University communications.

Contribute to the Cause

Please consider making a gift to any of these impactful funds:

Northwestern Research Resilience Fund: Help faculty and scholars continue their work during disruptions in federal funding
Deans’ Funds: Provide flexible support to the schools and colleges across Northwestern
Other Areas: Direct your gift to the program or initiative that matters most to you