Dear Huskie families,
We had so much fun celebrating Huskie pride last month during NIU Family Weekend. The spirit-filled weekend included a full schedule of on-campus and community events. Be sure to check out our Family Weekend photo galleries @NorthernIllUniv on Facebook and @northern_illinois_university on Instagram. Spot yourself? By all means, tag away!
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It's FAFSA Time Again
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The 2023-2024 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) opened Oct. 1 at studentaid.gov. We strongly encourage you and your student to submit this free application every fall.
Our Financial Aid and Scholarship Office uses FAFSA results to determine your student's eligibility every year for most types of financial assistance such as grants and loans. Be sure to use us as a resource! We'll answer your FAFSA questions and walk you through the process.
If your student is an Illinois resident but ineligible for federal aid as an undocumented or transgender student, they can apply for state assistance through the Alternative Application for Illinois Financial Aid instead of the FAFSA.
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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Awards
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We don't mean to brag, but our diversity, equity and inclusion efforts once again are gaining recognition. We're so proud of our accomplishments:
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Celebrating a Special Homecoming!
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We're hosting our 115th Homecoming celebration this week. This year's festivities include new events and activities for our entire NIU community as well as long-time traditions like Huskie football. Single-game tickets are still on sale for the Homecoming game versus Toledo Saturday, Oct. 8.
And we've started a new tradition — the sale of limited-edition "Pride with Purpose" shirts to support student scholarships and show Huskie pride.
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NIU Library Coffee Mugs
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Along with our new shirts, we're all about coffee, coffee, coffee. You can help support our University Libraries by purchasing a one-of-a-kind NIU Library mug through this online form offered by the NIU Foundation. The regular price is $25, but NIU students can purchase the mug for $15. All profits go to support the NIU Libraries' Textbook Purchase Program.
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Financial Questions?
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You're invited to join Student Financial Advising Services (SFAS) for an informative virtual presentation: "Financial Facts for Huskie Family Members." This virtual presentation will provide information about campus resources, account statements, funding opportunities and timely reminders. You have two opportunities to join us. We're hosting presentations from 6 to 6:45 p.m. Oct. 19 and from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. Oct. 22. Register now for our Oct. 19 presentation or our Oct. 22 presentation.
We're here to help you navigate your financial journey to NIU! SFAS is here to support you supporting your student. Using SFAS is an important resource to help ensure your student can strive toward graduation and be on sound financial footing after NIU.
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Student Life at NIU
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We hope you and your student have used our new Student Life website as a resource. Along with events and success tips, you'll find answers to frequently asked questions about a wide range of topics. We're here to help your student find their community, stay on track, be well and thrive.
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