Calendar of Events

November 14-18

Canned Food Drive

Join Huskies from across campus as we support the end of Hunger by hosting a campus-wide Food Drive to benefit Hope Haven, Feed Em' Soup-Dekalb, and the Salvation Army. Drop-off locations will be located in the Student Involvement & Leadership Development Office (Campus Life Building, room 150), Wirtz Hall Atrium, Gable Hall, Commuter Lounge in the basement of the Holmes Student Center, and the lobbies of all Residence Halls.

Sponsored by: Push America & Pi Kappa Phi
For more information, contact Joe Hartsoe at jhartsoe1@niu.edu

November 14

Oxfam America Hunger Banquet

One in seven people goes to bed hungry each night. The Oxfam hunger banquet can show you first-hand what that will look like. When guests arrive, they'll draw an income level and receive a meal that corresponds to that level. Following the meal, everyone will talk about their thoughts and how we can take action on NIU's campus to eliminate hunger.

Not everyone will leave full, but everyone will leave with a greater awareness of what others go through every day. (RSVP required.)

Sponsored by: NIU Student Association
Diversions Lounge, Holmes Student Center; 7:00 pm
Attendance: Free but RSVP Required by November 9
For more information or to RSVP, contact Tashyana Wells at 815-753-0482.

November 15

"On the Edge" Documentary Film Screening

A special screening of award-winning documentary featuring the lives of seven women dealing with poverty, domestic violence, and homelessness in America. Short introduction by film director, Dr. Laura Vazquez from NIU Department of Communication.

Sponsored by: Student Involvement & Leadership Development, NIU
Sandburg Auditorium, Holmes Student Center; 7:00 pm
Attendance: Free with canned food or personal item (toothpaste, soap, razors, etc.) donation
For more information, contact Becky Harlow at 815-753-6703. 

November 16

"Faces of Homelessness" Panel Discussion 

Who are the hungry homeless population here in DeKalb? Our panel is made up of those who work with these individuals on a daily basis and can provide personal accounts of the struggles that are faced. Ask questions on how you can make a difference right here in DeKalb.

Sponsored by: Student Involvement & Leadership Development, NIU
Stevenson Towers Multi-Purpose Room, 7:00 pm
Attendance: Free
For more information, contact Christina Bieche at 815-752-2222.

November 17

Feed My Starving Children Service Project

Feed My Starving Children is a non-profit Christian organization committed to feeding God’s children hungry in body and spirit. The approach is simple: children and adults hand-pack meals specifically formulated for malnourished children, and FMSC ships the meals to nearly 70 countries around the world.

Work site is located at Cornerstone Christian Academy (355 North Cross Street, Sycamore). Volunteers must stay home if they are not feeling well or if they have severe food allergies. Volunteers must wear closed toe shoes. Volunteers are encouraged to bring their cameras! You are welcome to take pictures of our group during times directed by the FMSC Team Leaders.

Limited spots available!

Sponsored by: Student Activities, Kishwaukee College
Cornerstone Christian Academy, 10:00 am-Noon (Volunteers MUST arrive by 9:45 am!)
Attendance: Free but space is limited!
For more information or to register, contact Allison von Ende at Allison.VonEnde@kishwaukeecollege.edu.

Box City

Close out the week by challenging yourself to live the life of a homeless person for one evening. We'll be erecting a Box City on the MLK Commons to provide space for those who want to demonstrate their commitment to providing funding and support for services for the homeless population in DeKalb County. "Rent" your box for $5.00 and bundle up for an evening of discussion, reflection, and community. Can't join us for the night? Stop by to drop off food for our active citizens or monetary/non-perishable donations.

What is a Box City? See other Box Cities here:

Sponsored by: Student Involvement & Leadership Development, NIU
MLK Commons; 9:00 pm-7:00 am
Attendance: "Rent" your box for $5.00 to be donated to Hope Haven, limited quantities available
For more information, contact Joe Hartsoe at jhartsoe1@niu.edu