Participants needed for prediabetes study.
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Participants are needed for a study on prediabetes. This is a one-time study requiring only 20 minutes of your time. You will come to Wirtz Hall, Room 308A to undergo testing for A1c, blood pressure, body composition and metabolic testing. No further testing will be required. This will be on a first-come, first-served basis for approximately 30 participants.
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Join us for Trek Talks on May 3.
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We're thrilled to invite you to an extraordinary gathering of minds and ideas at our upcoming event, Trek Talks! To give you a taste of the excitement to come, we've included a sneak peek of one of our most anticipated presentations, hosted by Chef Bryan Flower with the Edible Campus Project.
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Event Details:Date: Friday, May 3, 2024
Time: 6 to 9 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Recital Hall, 550 Lucinda Hall, NIU DeKalb Campus
RSVP Today! Don't miss out on this opportunity to be part of the innovation that shapes our tomorrow. RSVP to this event. For more information, please email Dana King, ’05 at foundationevents@niu.edu or call 815-753-5421.
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MYNIU Student System maintenance scheduled.
The MyNIU Student System will be unavailable between 5 and 7 p.m. Monday, April 29, due to system maintenance.
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Join us for the Conference on Undergraduate Research and Engagement.
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The Conference on Undergraduate Research and Engagement (CURE) provides NIU Undergraduate students from all colleges with the opportunity to showcase their research, artistry or engagement projects they are completing or have completed as part of a capstone or senior project, community engagement project or course, independent study or funded research and artistry program through posters and exhibits for a chance to place in their respective award category.
This year's event will be held in person at the Holmes Student Center on Tuesday, April 30, 2024.
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Presidential Commissions now accepting new members.
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The Office of the President seeks nominations for individuals to serve on the Presidential Commissions. These commissions play a critical role in advising the President and provide an opportunity to engage the relevant expertise and multiple perspectives of faculty, students and staff to promote problem solving, innovation and change in pursuit of NIU’s mission, vision and values. The commissions support the university’s commitment to fostering an inclusive and accessible Huskie community where individuals feel welcome and experience a profound sense of belonging. Accordingly, we seek nominations for individuals with interests, experiences, or expertise related to the commissions’ work to enrich their efforts and ensure that their recommendations reflect the diverse viewpoints of the Huskie community.
To nominate someone or self-nominate, please complete the online application, which seeks general information and a brief statement of interest by Friday, May 17, 2024. The Commission review panel will evaluate all nominations, and the nominees will receive an email notification before the fall semester starts.
NIU Commission Application
Explore the individual websites of our commissions for comprehensive details and insights into their respective missions, activities, and contributions.
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Faculty and staff volunteers needed for commencement.
As we approach the end of the semester, we look forward to celebrating with our Class of 2024 at the May Commencement Ceremonies held May 10 and 11, 2024 at the Convocation Center. In order to help make these events successful for our graduates, families, and guests, please consider volunteering your time at one or more events. Volunteers have been critical to creating a fun, organized and celebratory event for NIU graduates.
If you are interested in helping out, and are not already participating through your academic college or the graduate school (note, graduate faculty hooding and marching have received a separate invite), please go to the commencement volunteer website and fill out the volunteer form no later than April 29, 2024.
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Faculty, Staff and Alumni Week at the Huskie Food Pantry (May 7-9; shifts vary)
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Finals week is one of the hardest weeks for our Huskie Food Pantry to recruit volunteers since it is mostly student-supported and most students are busy studying. You can help our Huskie Food Pantry fill this gap and serve students by registering to volunteer. Close to 50 volunteers are needed to help intake and sort food, organize the pantry and support students as they shop Tuesday through Thursday of finals week.
NIU employees can use their Huskies Give Back (volunteer leave) time to support the pantry/closet and our students during a time when support is sorely needed. Learn more about our Huskies Give Back program, which allows employees to volunteer during regular working hours.
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Important changes for NSF proposals and awards
The National Science Foundation (NSF) is issuing several important policy changes with the new Proposal Award Policies and Procedures Guide (PAPPG) that will take effect for proposals submitted on or after May 20, 2024. Faculty and staff who work with NSF should carefully review these changes.
Key changes involve new requirements for:
- Current and pending support and biographical sketches.
- Graduate student mentoring plans.
- Research security disclosures.
Learn more by visiting the Sponsored Programs Administration Newsblog.
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OSC recreating a “Whom to Contact” list to facilitate the success of new employees.
We appreciate the ongoing support we’ve received over the last several weeks regarding our “Whom to Contact” list; much thanks to those who have taken the time to fill out our survey. We look forward to sharing this incredible resource with new employees.
To ensure accuracy and completeness of this resource, we ask that if you have yet to input your department’s data, that you take a moment to do so now. The survey is brief and should only require a couple of minutes of your time.
Thank you for your participation. Your input will help pave the way for the success of our new employees.
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T-RISE May Workshop scheduled for May 15-16.
The Transdisciplinary Research Incubator for STEM Education (T-RISE) will host a two-day proposal writing workshop 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., May 15 and 16. Participants should come with their collaborators and prepared to work on grants for external STEM education funding or a T-RISE seed grant. The May workshop offers dedicated time and support to assist you in writing your seed grant proposal. During this workshop, we will provide meals, a comfortable workspace and opportunities for feedback from peers and mentors on your draft.
Please RSVP by May 1. For questions about this event, please contact Nicole LaDue nladue@niu.edu.
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Applaud a Colleague is a show of appreciation for those coworkers who go above and beyond. These are just a few of the employees throughout the university that go the extra mile:
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Through April 30: Asian American Heritage Month
Through April 30: Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Monday, April 29: What is Sustainable Design? The Ecology of the Built Environment in Historical Perspective
Tuesday, April 30: Ellington's: Egg Casserole, French Toast, Fruit Salad, Home-fried Potatoes, Vegetables, Coffee Cake, Donut Holes and Juice
Tuesday, April 30: OHANA End of Year BBQ
Tuesday, April 30: Procrastination Café
Wednesday, May 1: Spring Food Truck Wednesday
Wednesday, May 1: End-of-Year Career Fair
Thursday, May 2: Operating Staff Council
Thursday, May 2: End of Year Reception
Friday, May 3: Senior Design Showcase Day
Friday, May 3: Outdoor Adventures: End of the Year Campfire Bash
Saturday, May 4: CSA Steelband Spring Concert
Sunday, May 5: Asian American Resource Center's Graduation Recognition Celebration
Sunday, May 5: Kishwaukee Concert Band
Tuesday, May 14: Introductory Commercial Card Training
Monday, June 17: UWC's Summer Writing and Research Program
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Financial Month End Close
The month of April is closing for all financial reporting activity at noon on Thursday, May 9, 2024. Journals not posted at that time will go into May business. Submit April journals before end of business on Wednesday, May 8. Final April reports are scheduled to be available Friday, May 10, 2024. In addition, May reports are scheduled to be available Tuesday, May 13, 2024. These dates, and other important dates related to the Controller’s Office can be found here: Calendars and Important Dates - NIU - Controller's Office.
Fiscal Year 2024 Due Dates for Accounting Transactions
We are preparing to wrap up another fiscal year here at NIU and it is important that we finalize the university’s FY 2024 financial statements in a timely manner. Please ensure that all FY 2024 transactions for your department are properly classified and submitted to the Accounting Office by the deadlines listed below:
- June 18, 2024: Year-end cutoff for posting all journal activity occurring prior to June from all fund sources due to General Ledger at JournalEntries@niu.edu.
- June 28, 2024: All FY 2024 cash and/or checks received must be deposited at the Bursar’s Office in Swen Parson 235, and must be made in accordance with Bursar’s Office policy
- July 15, 2024: All FY 2024 approved invoices, check requests and travel reimbursement requests due to Accounts Payable Services at AccountsPayableSrvs@niu.edu or Lowden Hall 208.
- July 15, 2024: Year-end cutoff for posting all journal activity occurring in June from all fund sources due to General Ledger at JournalEntries@niu.edu.
It is very important to note that transactions required to be processed in FY 2024 must be received by the requested due dates (do not hold FY 2024 documents even if the deadline has passed).
Please review all transactions and balances in applicable cost centers, paying particular attention to appropriate cut-off for transactions occurring during the months of June and July. Note that all goods and services received prior to June 30, 2024, must be recorded as an expenditure or accrued as a liability in the current fiscal year. Goods and services received after June 30, 2024, must be recorded as an expenditure in Fiscal Year 2025. University sales and services performed prior to June 30, 2024, must be recorded as revenue in the current fiscal year. University sales or services to be performed after June 30, 2024, must be recorded as revenue in FY 2025. If you have any questions concerning how transactions should be recorded, please contact an Accounting Office representative.
We appreciate your full cooperation as we work to ensure a successful close out of FY 2024. Should you have any questions about the year-end process, please email the Controller’s Office at ControllerOffice@niu.edu for assistance.
Monday, April 29: Faculty and Staff Commencement Volunteer sign-up deadline
Wednesday, May 1: Staff Professional Development Academy Application Deadline
Friday, May 17: Nomination deadline to serve on Presidential Commissions
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Emma Whitlock named NIU’s 2024 Lincoln Laureate
“Being a lifelong learner and someone who gives back to their community are two of my foundational passions. Working toward these goals not only betters me as a person but betters the community around me as well.” Read more.
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Pick Museum’s “Good Food” exhibit receives award
The James B. and Rosalyn L. Pick Museum of Anthropology’s “Good Food” exhibit was recognized with an Award of Excellence from the Illinois Association of Museums at an award ceremony in early April. Read more.
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