Commuter students now have a place on campus to call their own. Beginning in fall 2006, The Holmes Student Center is home to a complete commuter student lounge based on Seattle University's Collegia concept. The Lounge is open to any NIU commuter student. The Lounge is located in the lower level of the Holmes Student Center Room 023J. This lounge provides ample space for students to study, meet in groups, or just relax during the free time on campus.
Here is a list of the features the lounge offers:
The Lounge, located in HSC 023 (basement level), is open Monday - Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 pm with staff members present and Monday - Friday from 4:30pm - 10pm without the supervision of staff.
If you are interested in supporting this lounge, providing games, books, or other materials, please contact Commuter and Non-Traditional Student Services at 815-753-9999 or comnontrad@niu.edu.
The Gallery Lounge on the second floor is a large space with couches, tables that seat six students, and a quiet environment. Excellent for studying and relaxing.
The Food Court is located on the ground level with plenty of seating. It is a convenient location for group work, breaks between classes, and a snack. Food offerings include the BlackHawk Food Court, Coffee Corner, Pizza Plus, and Subway.
The Pheasant Lounge is also on the second floor, This area features high-top tables to seat 2-3 students, round tables seating 6 students, a flat screen TV, and seating area. This is a quiet environment, good for conversation, television viewing, studying, group work, or just relaxing between classes.
The Huskie Den is located in the basement of the HSC. Easiest access is from the HSC entrance on Lucinda, with stairs to the Den immediately on your right. The den is a recreational environment with pool tables, bowling lanes, arcade games, darts, and more. This is a great place to meet with your friends for a snack and some fun.
Founders Library is located between Swen Parson Hall, Holmes Student Center, and the parking garage. It is a quiet study environment for individual and quiet group work. In the main entry are chairs and couches where communicative group work can occur.
The Neptune Central Lounge is located on the ground floor of Neptune Central just across from The Trident, the lounge area includes a fireplace, couches, and group tables seating 2-6 students. This is a quieter environment used for studying, napping, and relaxing.
The DuSable DugOut offers vending machines, lunch items, and tables seating 4 students. This is a more active environment.
The Three Sons Cafe is located on the first floor of Barsema Hall and serves Starbucks coffee, sandwiches, muffins, drinks, and more. Also available are vending machines (one with ice cream). Tables seat 2 to 7 students. There also are couches and chairs. This is an active environment commonly used for group meetings and study.