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The Norris Mini Course Áñ—†ÊÓƵ offers a wide variety of non-credit, recreational, classes for adults four times a year, beginning in October, January, April, and July. Established in 1973, the Áñ—†ÊÓƵ continues to offer over 30 recreational courses.

• Underground Floor of Norris Map
• Directions to Norris Center

Meet the Staff

Linda Luk | Assistant Director of Co-Curricular Learning and Recreation

 

 

 

 

 

 

Student Supervisors

Kayd Bhagat

Ashley Burwell

Isabella Candal

Student Attendants

Amina Dayisi

Savannah Alexis Abdul

Helen Pacheco

June Woo

Alexis Sullivan

 

 

 

WITHDRAWAL AND REFUND POLICY

• No fees will be charged if you request a refund within 24 hours of your purchase.  You must submit the within 24 hours of your purchase.  We will request that you purchase the $5.00 convenience fee if it is beyond the 24 hours. 
• All courses and workshops require a 5-business day notice before the start of the course for a full refund.  This means that if your course is scheduled on Wednesday, you must submit the the Wednesday before the start of the course.     
• To request a full refund, both steps must be completed.  It may take up to 10 business days for the money to return to your account. 
  1. The completion of the
  2. The purchase of the $5.00 convenience fee. 
• If your request for a refund does not meet the 5-business day requirement, no refund will be given.  If you purchased the $5.00 convenience fee, that fee WILL NOT be refunded.  
• The Mini Courses Program does not issue full or partial refunds for lack of attendance or indifference to the course curriculum.

CLASS CANCELLATIONS

We reserve the right to cancel a class at any time for any reason. Should a course be canceled, all registered students will be notified via the email address provided during registration. Full refunds will be provided for any canceled class.

WINE AND LIQUOR CLASSES

All wine and liquor Mini Course participants must present valid ID that shows they are at least 21 years old at the start of each class session. You will not be permitted into the session without a valid ID.

To buy more than one ticket for a wine or liquor course, or if the billing name is different than the participant’s name, you must enter the name of the person taking the class in the “Recipient’s name” field when registering online. Only this person will be able to use this ticket. If there is no name on the ticket by the first day of class, it will be refunded to the purchaser.

Mini Course participants may not switch into different sessions of wine and liquor courses after registration.

AGE RESTRICTION

Unless otherwise noted in the class description, courses are limited to patrons 16 years of age and older. Wine and liquor classes are limited to persons 21 years of age or older with a valid photo ID.

CAMPUS SAFETY POLICY

Due to increased vigilance nationwide, campus security may be tight, particularly during the evening hours. If you are not a member of the Áñ—†ÊÓƵ community, please note that your enrollment in a Mini Course guarantees you access only to the building in which your course is held and the Norris Center and only during class time. While we welcome you to campus for Mini Courses, campus security personnel are trained to recognize persons who are not students. Please carry a photo ID at all times, and should you be approached, simply state that you are a registered participant in Mini Courses. The Mini Course Office, located on the Underground level of the Norris University Center, (call 847-467-7112 or email minicourses@u.northwestern.edu) will be available to verify your enrollment in the evening hours if necessary.

CLASS TIMES AND DATES

All dates, times, prices, and other information are subject to change. Please visit our website and social media pages for up-to-date class information (there may Áñ—†ÊÓƵ been changes that are not reflected in our print advertisements). If there is a schedule change, all registered students will be contacted by email and will Áñ—†ÊÓƵ the option of receiving a full refund.

MISSING CLASSES

We cannot prorate course fees or provide partial refunds if you miss any class session.

Attendance at the first two weeks of the Ceramics Mini Courses is required. If a student fails to attend the first and second scheduled Mini Course (week 1 and week 2) the Mini Course office will drop the student from the course for the rest of the quarter. 

Should you miss a class, you are encouraged to contact the Mini Courses Office for access to missed course material.

CLASS LOCATIONS / ROOM TBA

An email noting the room location will be sent to the class prior to the first day.

Due to the busy nature of the student center, classes may change location throughout the quarter. We will email students to notify them of a classroom change as soon as possible. Room locations are also listed on the Norris Center's event schedules, located on the TVs near the elevators, and at the Center Desk on the first floor.

Current Instructors

See all current instructor's biographies here

 

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Applications for subsidies for Winter 2025 open on November 18th, 2024.

The Norris Mini Course subsidy Áñ—†ÊÓƵ is designed to provide financial aid to those who are interested in enrolling but are facing financial barriers. Anyone interested in enrolling in a Norris Mini Course may apply to the subsidy Áñ—†ÊÓƵ.  Funds are limited and will be granted on a first-come first served basis. 

Subsidies are given from $10 - $30 and Mini Courses do not require any proof of income to qualify for one. We Áñ—†ÊÓƵ a finite funding course, so we rely on an honor system to ensure that funding is granted to those who need it.

If you are approved for one, the subsidy is applied to the Regular registration fee for an unregistered course. Subsidies are not given on courses that students Áñ—†ÊÓƵ registered for and are requesting a subsidy portion refund.

Limitations

• Subsidies are only available for 4 - 8-week courses. One-day workshops and courses with 1 - 2 sessions do not qualify.
• Subsidies are not granted to students who Áñ—†ÊÓƵ already registered for a course.
• Subsidies may not be used in combination with any other discount.
• Subsidy if approved, is good for 1 course per person per quarter.
• The deadline for subsidy for wheel throwing courses is 9 AM on Friday, November 22nd. Applicants will be notified before registration starts on Monday, November 25th. 
  

Withdrawal and Cancellation 

Fees and policies are still applicable on all subsidy assistance registrations.

How to Apply

Undergraduate, Graduate, and Professional Students –

1. The SES One Form is a two-step process.
2. Complete the Basic Profile.
3. Complete the Mini Courses Subsidy Fund application.

Faculty, staff, and community members –

If you are granted a subsidy, you are responsible for registering for the course. Please email minicourses@u.northwestern.edu if you Áñ—†ÊÓƵ any questions.