THE BEST SPOT ON SOUTH CAMPUS
As one of only two south dorms on the academic campus, CRC is the closest dorm to most of the most prominent and frequently visited academic buildings and locations on the south end of the Northwestern University campus. We are also just a few steps away from much of downtown Evanston.
DINING OPTIONS
CRCitizens typically dine in Allison Dining Hall, right across the street from the building. Many residents and members choose to dine in the space for the social atmosphere and familiarity, and faculty and staff fellows also often have lunch at Allison among members of CRC. Residents also frequent Norris, where there is a food court full of different meal-exchange and purchase options (as well as a Starbucks, also known as Norbucks!).
POINTS OF INTEREST
THE ROCK
1 minute from CRC
A notable location on campus for its historic role in student activism, the Rock used to be a water fountain that developed into a quartzite boulder. It's often painted over to raise awareness and promote events.
Just a minute away from CRC, the Rock also a great landmark to meet up with other students on campus.
main library
5 minutes from CRC
Main Library (also known as University Library) is the other southern library. It hosts 5 floors of quiet study zones and group work areas, along with Cafe Bergson and thousands of books on every subject.
NORRIS UNIVERSITY CENTER
5 minutes from CRC
Northwestern University's student center is a great place to get your coffee fix from Starbucks, and the tables and couches are a great place to plug in headphones and finish those readings!
There are also great food options, and places to rent outdoor equipment and art supplies!
Allison
6 minutes from CRC
Allison is the closest dining hall to CRC. Many south students argue it is the best dining hall on campus, but we’ll let you decide that one for yourself.
Allison is one of the biggest dining halls at Northwestern.
deering LIBRARY
4 minutes from CRC
Deering Library is located about four minutes away from CRC and is a great spot for studying and revision before an organic chemistry final exam.
Also, it could definitely be a set from the Harry Potter films.
Photo courtesy of Leo Ji.
South beach
3 minutes from CRC
South beach is known for being the best beach at Northwestern. During the warmer months, students come from all over campus to tan, swim, and have fun!
KEY ACADEMIC BUILDINGS
FISK HALL
< 1 minute from CRC
Built in 1899, Fisk Hall used to house Northwestern's preparatory school. Today, the building is the central administrative home for the Medill School of Journalism, Media, Integrated Marketing Communications and one of the key locations for journalism students at Northwestern University.
Photo courtesy of Leo Ji.
RYAN CENTER FOR THE MUSICAL ARTS
5 minutes from CRC
The Ryan Center for the Musical Arts is the home of the Bienen School of Music. The glass design and its lakeside location gives it an unrivaled view of Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline.