Northern Illinois University

Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender Resource Center

Residence Hall Life for LGBT Students

Things to Know Before Moving Into the Residence Halls

Moving into your college residence hall can be exciting and intimidating for many students.  Students who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, and/or transgender (LGBT) may have specific questions or concerns about living in the residence halls.  One important thing to know is that you are not alone. We are proud to say that at NIU our goal is to provide a welcoming and supportive environment for LGBT students.  Each year residence hall staff are educated about the needs and concerns of LGBT students.  Also, we have an active and vibrant LGBT community on campus with many activities and resources to support you.

 
Housing & Dining

Housing & Dining is committed to providing a safe, supportive, and educationally empowering community where students can learn, grow and be successful within a complex and diverse world.

From the Housing & Dining Mission Statement
 


If you have reviewed this information and still have questions, or if you need assistance
related to your residence hall experience, please contact one one of the offices below.

Housing & Dining
East Neptune Hall
Northern Illinois University
DeKalb, IL 60115
815-753-1525
housingdining@niu.edu
www.housing.niu.edu

Additional Resources

Office of the Ombudsman
Holmes Student Center, 6th Floor
815-753-1414
www.niu.edu/ombuds
ombuds@niu.edu

Public Safety (University Police)
815-753-1212
www.niu.edu/PublicSafety
niupd@niu.edu

Counseling and Student Development Center
Campus Life Building 200
815-753-1206
www.niu.edu/csdc