The Graduate School is hiring two new positions.
The Graduate School is seeking applications for two new positions. The position of Associate Dean of the Graduate School is open to internal candidates only. The Executive Director of Graduate Enrollment is open to internal and external candidates. The priority review date for applications for both positions is Monday, Oct. 3, 2022.
MyNIU Student System maintenance scheduled.
The MyNIU Student System will be unavailable on Monday evening, Sept. 19, between 5 and 10 p.m. due to system maintenance.
Become a student organization advisor.
Are you interested in helping students outside of the classroom? We are looking for Student Organization Faculty/Staff Advisors for the upcoming year. If you are interested in becoming a Student Organization Faculty/Staff Advisor, sign up today! You can reach out to Alex Pitner for more information.
Faculty Mentors for the 2022-23 Research Rookies Program
The Research Rookies program provides undergraduate students with an opportunity to participate in a faculty-mentored research project regardless of their year in school or major. This yearlong program provides students with a chance to participate in a hands-on research project under the guidance of a faculty mentor while receiving guidance from OSEEL staff through research exploration and preparation activities.
The 2022-2023 cohort of Research Rookies has been selected and we are currently developing a list of available faculty mentors for the academic year. We ask current NIU faculty to consider serving as a mentor for a Research Rookie. Without faculty mentors, this program and student experience is not possible. If you are available and willing to to mentor the next generation of researchers, please fill out this short interest form by Sept. 30. More information on Research Rookies is available at go.niu.edu/ResearchRookies.
NIU Football offers ticket deal for faculty and staff.
For the remainder of the home NIU Football season faculty and staff can buy one ticket and get another for free! Bring a family member or friend to Huskie Stadium this season! Use code "NIUSTAFF" when ordering tickets online or show your NIU Faculty/Staff ID at the ticket window. For more information call 815-753-7225.
The Grill at the Huskie Den to begin offering meal exchange.
Meal plan holders, we are happy to announce that The Grill at the Huskie Den will now offer meal exchange from 7 to 9 p.m. For one meal swipe, you can enjoy a tasty Huskie Jr. Burger, Huskie Garden Salad, chicken strips or a crispy chicken sandwich. Each option includes Huskie Chips and a fountain beverage. Full menu will be offered from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. when The Grill is open. Limited menu will be available from 4 to 7 p.m. when only The Bar is open. For hours and locations, visit go.niu.edu/eat.
Testing Services can process your exams.
Testing Services, now located in room 120 of the Campus Life Building, can make scoring your exams and quizzes faster, easier and more accurate. In addition to scoring your exams, we provide a variety of helpful analytical reports to help you evaluate your assessments. To have your exams processed, bring your completed scantron sheets and answer key to the office of Testing Services at Campus Life Building, Room 120. You may submit a quiz or exam after hours by using our drop box, located to the right of our office door. If you wish to use our drop box, please visit our website to obtain a copy of our transmittal form. For more information about Testing Services, please visit our website. We look forward to seeing you soon!
Celebrate LGBTQ+ History Month With Colorful Merch and a Meal Kit
Eat the rainbow and show your pride during the upcoming LGBTQ+ History Month. Place your orders for Campus Dining’s Huskie Fresh Grilled Rainbow Kabobs meal kit and NIU’s Gender and Sexuality Resource Center’s fall Huskie LGBTQ+ Pride Merch. Choose from zip-ups, T-shirts, hoodies, crewnecks and beanies. Profits from GSRC’s merch sale directly support LGBTQ+ leadership initiatives at NIU. Place your meal kit and merch orders by Wednesday, Sept. 21.
Faculty Senate seeks Faculty Personnel Advisor.
Faculty Senate is seeking a faculty personnel advisor to serve a three-year term, consisting of the remainder of 2022-23, as well as all of 2023-24 and 2024-25.
The faculty personnel advisor’s role includes such activities as the following:
- Advise faculty members about the personnel policies and procedures within the university and the courses of action open to them.
- Advise and assist faculty members who are experiencing difficulties with the
personnel process.
- Advise and assist faculty members dissatisfied with personnel decisions.
- Observe the workings of the personnel process and recommend needed changes or clarification.
- Advise faculty members pursuing the resolution of other concerns or issues.
For additional information, including a summary of anticipated workload, see former FPA Steven Howell’s 2021-22 Summary of Service.
The advisor must be a full-time faculty member, have experience with the personnel process at various levels and be familiar with the administrative structure and operations of the university. The advisor shall receive an annual stipend equal to one month of the median salary of all tenured professors. For a more detailed description of the faculty personnel advisor role, see Faculty Senate Bylaws, Article 13.
Interested faculty members should send a letter of self-nomination describing their interest and qualifications to Ismael Montana, president of the Faculty Senate, montana@niu.edu, by Friday, Oct. 7. Questions should be directed to Ismael Montana at montana@niu.edu.
