The Department of Student Involvement and Leadership Development firmly believes in the value of service to one’s community and has thus incorporated community service as a component of the Department’s focus.
Why serve?
- Give back to the community
- Build stronger connections between Northern, DeKalb, and surrounding communities
- Builds strong friendships with your fellow students
- Gain fulfilling experiences
- Realizing/seeing the impact you and others can have on your home community
- Building a community where the NIU campus and surrounding community are included
- Travel; take the opportunity to travel the country with Alternative Spring Break
How do I get involved?
To find the service opportunity which best fits you; search our ongoing and upcoming service opportunities. If you are still unsure about the experience, feel free to contact us at the Student Involvement & Leadership Development at 815-753-6703 to arrange a consultation. We would be more than happy to discuss community service opportunities and find the best fit for you.
Community Service News:
Huskie Paws for a Cause - Check out the Fall semester Huskie Paws for a Cause calendar of projects. Interested students can register through the SILD office by calling 815-753-1421.
Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week - Student Involvement & Leadership Development's newest initiative! Stay tuned for a full calendar of events during this nationally-recognized week of awareness...November 14-20