Work/Life Balance
We are dedicated to helping employees maintain a healthy work/life balance. We provide information and support to you and your family through our policies and resources. Our family-friendly programs can help you reach your career and personal goals.
Resources
These programs and services can help you and your family live fuller, more balanced lives.
Work/Life Support Services
Our work-life services include ways to get involved, family support and help navigating different life events.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The EAP provides counseling and coaching services. It can help you and your family cope with difficult situations and improve your well-being.
Campus Recreation
Our extensive recreation and wellness services are available to you and your family. They include fitness classes, personal training and nutrition education.
Child Development and Family Center
Our on-campus center provides care and learning opportunities to children ages 3 months to 5 years.
Summer Camps
We offer summer camps for elementary, middle and high school students. Camps focus on music, sports, science and other topics.
Flextime Arrangements
Flextime arrangements are available year-round to all employees, subject to the operational needs of their department.
Policies
Our policies can assist you in meeting both private and professional obligations.
Pregnancy and Parenting Rights and Accommodations
If you're pregnant or parenting, you have certain rights. You can also request accommodations or parental leave time.
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
You can request a leave of up to 12 workweeks under FMLA. Eligible situations include welcoming a new child and caring for a family member with a serious health condition.
Extension of the Tenure Probationary Period
If you're a faculty member, you can request an extension of your tenure probationary period in certain situations. These include welcoming a new child and caring for a sick family member.
Workplace Breastfeeding Policy and Procedure
This policy will support you if you continue to breastfeed or express milk after you return to work. Find available lactation spaces on campus.
Top Places to Take a Break on Campus
- Walk around the lagoon.
- Stop for coffee and bagels at Caribou Coffee/Einstein Bros. Bagels or grab some food at the College Grind.
- Walk around the greenhouse or communiversity gardens.
- Visit the Art Museum or Pick Museum of Anthropology.
- Take a fountain tour - can you find all the fountains on campus?
- Get some exercise through the FitWell program.
- Browse the selection at Huskie Books and Gear.
- Find NIU mascot Mission on campus on a #MissionMonday during the academic year.
- Visit Watson Creek near the Psychology/Computer Science building, take in some scenery at the flower beds by Altgeld Hall or read a book in the shade by the Davis Hall fountains.
What do you like to do on campus during your breaks? Let us know and we'll feature your ideas here.
Contact Us
Human Resource ServicesHuman Resources/Document Services Building
1515 West Lincoln Highway
P: 815-753-6000
F: 815-753-2335
humanresources@niu.edu