NORTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
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The Weekly Scroll of Things to Know.
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You're Missed When You Miss Class
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Did you know there's a direct link between going to a class and doing well in it?
Regular attendance also helps you connect with professors, fellow students and campus resources. By prioritizing attendance, you’ll stay on track to reach your academic and career goals.
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NATIONAL TRANSFER STUDENT WEEK - OCT. 19-24
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Celebrate National Transfer Student Week! 🐾
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Your Journey. Your Community. Your Celebration.
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National Transfer Student Week is here! From Oct. 19-24 the NIU community is coming together to celebrate the experiences, achievements and contributions of transfer students. Through special events, giveaways and opportunities to connect, we invite you to show your transfer pride and join us in celebrating the many paths that lead students to NIU.
Throughout the week, transfer students can:
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This week is all about celebrating transfer student pride and recognizing the many journeys that make NIU stronger.
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Learn More About the Skill Employers Want with Resume Ready Series: Part 3
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Join Career Services for Part 3 of the Resume Ready Series! This workshop will focus on the skills employers want and help you better understand how to highlight your strengths as you prepare for your career. When: Tomorrow from noon to 1 p.m. online! Learn more and view event details.
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Spring Class Registration Opens Nov. 2, 2026.
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Start preparing now to get the classes you need.
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Now is the time to start preparing to register for spring 2027 classes. Read the tips below and learn when to register and how to register for classes.
If you have not met with your advisor, do so. They are here to help you.
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- It’s important to stay on track to graduation and your advisor is here to help ensure you are heading in the right direction.
- Remote advising is available. Options for remote advising could include virtual video conferences, phone calls, NIU emails or IM chats. Schedule an advising appointment through Navigate Student by clicking Appointments and selecting the "Advising" service, or contact your academic advising office to learn more about your options.
- Come prepared to your meeting with any concerns that you have. Your advisor can help answer your questions and point you to available resources.
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It's Time to File Your 2027-28 FAFSA.
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The Free Application for Federal Student Aid for the 2027-28 school year is now available. You should file a new FAFSA every year to determine your eligibility for most types of financial aid, and filing early gives you more time to sort out any questions. Learn more at go.niu.edu/finaid.
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Campus Flu Clinic Scheduled for Oct. 20
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Help keep our campus community healthy by getting your annual flu shot. Our campus flu clinic is open to employees, students and the community and will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 20 in the Holmes Student Center Ballroom. Enter at the east door of the Ballroom.
To book an appointment, complete the client form and print it out to bring with you to your appointment. Visit our Employee Well-being webpage. The form and additional information is available on our 2026 Flu Booking webpage.
Important: Please read all instructions and information provided on the website before you make an appointment.
Bring your completed and printed client form with you to the clinic.
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Class of 2026: Friendly Reminder Your Cord Is Not Going to Claim Itself
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Hey Seniors, We are getting closer to the big celebration. If you want your cord, now is the time to make your Senior Class Gift.
Your support helps future Huskies thrive. Your cord shows you are part of the tradition.
Do not wait until the last minute. We know how you all get.
Make Your Gift Today]
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- Through Oct. 24: National Transfer Student Week
- Monday, Oct. 19: Donut Holes and Transfer Goals
- Monday, Oct. 19: Drive-In Movie: IT
- Monday, Oct. 19: 2027 Orientation Leader Information Session
- Tuesday, Oct. 20: On-campus Flu Clinic
- Wednesday, Oct. 21: Huskie Books and Gear School Spirit Event
- Wednesday, Oct. 21: Transfer Student Takeover at Food Truck Wednesday
- Thursday, Oct. 22: Huskie Books and Gear School Spirit Event
- Thursday, Oct. 22 through Saturday, Oct. 24: School of Theatre and Dance presents - Emma
- Friday, Oct. 23: FAFSA Fridays!
- Friday, Oct. 23: 2027 Orientation Leader Information Session
- Saturday, Oct. 24: Secrets of the Haunted Labs
- Saturday, Oct. 24: Transfer Student Celebration at NIU Football: Huskies vs. Hawaii
- Monday, Oct. 25: New Music Festival Night One
- Wednesday, Nov. 4: P FKN R: How Bad Bunny Became the Global Voice of Puerto Rican Resistance
- Friday, Nov. 13: NIU Department of History's Meeting of Minds -- Revolution!
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Southern USA Special Dinner
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Wednesday, Oct. 21 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Patterson Hall Dining
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Take a road trip across America with Campus Dining! First stop: Southern USA. Enjoy regional cuisine, fun activities and immersive decorations. We hope to see you there!
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Thursday, Oct. 22 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Neptune Hall
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Come enjoy a Midwest-inspired meal on Oct. 22 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Neptune Dining Hall. Menu highlights include Tator Tot Casserole, Potato Bar, Cheese Curds, Italian Beef Pizza, Apple Cider Donuts from Jonamac and so much more! That’s not all – we will also be having Midwest activities, photo opportunities, raffles and a couple of special guests! We look forward to seeing you there!
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Attending class regularly has benefited me a lot because it helps me stay on track and understand the material better. As a nutrition sciences major, a lot of what we learn builds on previous lectures, so being present makes it easier to keep up and not fall behind. It also gives me the chance to ask questions, participate and learn directly from my professors.
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The advice I would give would be to continue to push through. There are a lot of challenges that come with being a college student, and a lot of the time, we try to deal with them ourselves. But I suggest using your resources. There are plenty of people on campus who can help you with whatever you need as a student.
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