NORTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
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The Weekly Scroll of Things to Know.
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Between tuition, textbooks, housing and everyday expenses, your budget can quickly become stretched. Taking advantage of cost-saving opportunities can help you reduce expenses and still provide you with a rewarding college experience. Developing smart financial habits now can help build a strong foundation for the future.
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March to the Polls: Make Your Voice Heard, Huskies!
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Get ready for an exciting day of civic pride and Huskie spirit at Huskies Vote! March to the Polls. The celebration kicks off at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 27, as the NIU Marching Band leads a spirited student march from the Music Building to the Holmes Student Center Regency Room. From 10:30 a.m. to noon, enjoy a lively rally featuring voter registration, voter information, giveaways, live music, crafts, and plenty of fun activities, all while learning how to make your voice heard. Plus, take advantage of all-day early voting in the Holmes Student Center Glass Gallery and be part of a campus-wide movement that combines community, engagement, and Huskie pride.
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A Spooky Twist on Self-Care 🎃👻
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Get ready for a frightfully fun time at Well-o-ween, where wellness meets Halloween with engaging activities, helpful resources and plenty of festive fun. Join fellow Huskies to celebrate healthy habits, connect with campus partners and enjoy a spooky twist on self-care. 🎃👻
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President Lisa C. Freeman is inviting currently enrolled NIU students to submit original artwork or photography for the 2026 NIU holiday card, themed "Home in Many Ways," celebrating the people, places, traditions and experiences that make NIU feel like home. Students may submit multiple entries by 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 9, 2026, and are encouraged to review past winners while creating a unique design. The top three submissions will receive scholarships of $500 for first place, $300 for second place and $100 for third place, and will be featured in the president's electronic holiday card.
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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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Nourish well to finish strong
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Looking to get involved, build your resume and make a difference?
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Volunteer to assist with our NIU STEAM middle school campus visits! This is a fun opportunity to welcome student visitors and share your love of NIU. No previous experience is needed.
Volunteering with middle school campus visits is as easy as 1, 2, 3.
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- Watch our 30-minute training video.
- Sign up for a shift. Shifts are about 2.5 hours on Tuesday and Friday mornings.
- Show up for your shift ready to greet students, participate in hands-on learning activities and share your love of NIU.
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NIU staff plan and lead the campus visits, which include a campus tour and hands-on activities in NIU labs and maker spaces. You assist by participating in the activity with the students and answering their questions.
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- Earn service hours and points towards your NIU Career Services digital badges.
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Understand and Prepare for Cyber Threats with this Free Webinar
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The NIU Civic Leadership Academy is offering faculty, staff and students free access to The Brewing Storm: Understanding Cyber Threats in an Age of AI, Hackers and Connectedness from 9 to 11 a.m. on Oct. 30
Presented by Marc Thorson, MBA, CEO of TemperCyber Technologies Inc. and instructor in NIU's Master of Public Administration Program, this interactive webinar explores today's evolving cybersecurity threats, including AI-powered attacks. Participants will gain practical strategies for managing cyber risk through real-time polls, quizzes and problem-solving activities.
Learn more and register.
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Class of 2026: Gradpalooza Is Getting Closer 👀
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The semester is moving quickly, and Gradpalooza is just around the corner.
Make your Senior Class Gift today so you can receive your Class of 2026 Senior Class Gift Cord and join us on December 10 for an afternoon dedicated to celebrating you.
Make Your Gift Today
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- Monday, Oct. 26: 2027 Orientation Leader Information Session
- Monday, Oct. 26: New Music Festival Night One
- Tuesday, Oct. 27: March to the Polls
- Tuesday, Oct. 27: World Strides Study Abroad & Coffee
- Tuesday, Oct. 27: New Music Festival - Night Two
- Wednesday, Oct. 28: Food Truck Wednesday - Wellness Party Edition
- Wednesday, Oct. 28: How to Find Money to Study Abroad
- Friday, Oct. 30: FAFSA Fridays!
- Friday, Oct. 30: The Brewing Storm: Understanding Cyber Threats in an Age of AI, Hackers and Connectedness
- Friday, Oct. 30: Kishwaukee Symphony Orchestra - Halloween Concerts
- Friday, Oct. 30: Haunted Huskies
- 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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The Neptune Central lounge is really nice on the weekends because it’s quiet and relaxing, and the fourth floor of the library is an amazing place to study.
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Cale Blanford
Biological sciences and world languages and cultures (French) double major from Peoria, IL
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Make the most of your college experience. College is not only about courses, but also about the connections and relationships you build and the learning that happens outside of the classroom. Push yourself to try new things and be open to new experiences.
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Gudrun Nyunt
Associate Professor, Counseling and Higher Education
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Northern Illinois University's vision is to be an engine for innovation to advance social mobility; promote personal, professional and intellectual growth; and transform the world through research, artistry, teaching and outreach. Learn more about NIU’s vision, mission and values.
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