Oct. 5,  2026

One of the best ways to handle the stress of college life is through fitness.

As a Huskie, you automatically have access to NIU Recreation and can simply use your OneCard ID to enter. Use our fitness machines, participate in intramural sports, swim laps, rent a court or outdoor equipment, or take an adventure trip. Group classes, nutrition coaching, personal trainers and more are available for a fee.

NIU'S 119TH HOMECOMING

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.

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.

Thinking about grad school, law school, med school, or another professional program? Your next big opportunity could be just one conversation away.

Join us for the Fall 2026 Graduate and Professional School Fair and connect with program representatives, ask questions, explore your options and get a better idea of what your next step could look like.

SAVE THE DATE

Thursday, Oct. 15
6-8 p.m. 
VIRTUAL EVENT

Whether you’re just starting to explore or already have a program in mind, this is your chance to learn more and make connections.

RSVP REQUIRED!
You must RSVP in Huskies Get Hired to attend this virtual event.

Your future doesn’t have to be figured out today. Start exploring what is possible.

Thinking about what’s next after NIU? Whether you’re exploring careers, internships, graduate school, or professional programs, Career Services has workshops this October to help you take your next step with confidence.

Workshops can help you:

Plus, if graduate or professional school is on your radar, don’t miss the Fall 2026 Graduate & Professional School Fair on October 15. This virtual event is a great opportunity to connect with programs, ask questions, and explore your options.

Explore October workshops and events.

Your next step starts with exploring your options. Let Career Services help you get there. 

Ordering from Starbucks, the Grill at Huskie Den and Qdoba just got easier. Two new Grubhub ordering kiosks are now available in the Holmes Student Center.

Kiosks are located near The Depot C-store and in between Starbucks and the Grill at Huskie Den. Save yourself time, stop by and try one!

Speaker: Tracy Nunnally, professor of Theatre Technology and Technical Director, NIU School of Theatre and Dance

Science, technology and art come together when creating special effects for live entertainment events. Every minute of entertainment represents many hours of work behind the scenes by specialists in engineering, materials science and mathematics. Professor Nunnally will delve into the fascinating details of special effects planning and safety analysis as he walks the audience through the process of moving live theatrical effects from idea to reality. 

Experience the power of storytelling through music, spoken word, and lyrical dialogue in this interactive celebration of Indigenous voices. Featuring the work of Indigenous artists, Poetic Justice explores themes of identity, resistance, community, and belonging while highlighting how creativity can inspire resilience, spark action, and foster meaningful change.