Dear Huskie families,
As much as we hope you're enjoying your summer, we're eager to welcome your Huskie back this fall. With that in mind, we've put together some important information to help you stay connected and up to date on events.
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Fall Semester 2023
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Following are key dates and university closures for fall 2023:
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Monday, Aug 28. Classes begin.
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Monday, Sept 4. The university is closed for Labor Day.
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Wednesday, Nov 22. Thanksgiving Break begins.
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Monday, Nov 27. Classes resume.
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Saturday, Dec 9. Classes end.
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Join us for Family Weekend
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Mark your calendar and keep an eye out for more information on our Family Weekend, taking place Sept. 22-24 this fall. We'll let you know as soon as registration opens.
Plan to visit and experience NIU with your student. Expect a wide range of fun activities for family members of all ages on campus, throughout DeKalb and beyond.
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Jump-start Your Huskie's Career with UNIV 301
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It's never too early for your student to get a jump on developing their career. With course registration for fall still underway, encourage your Huskie to speak with their advisor about UNIV 301: Braven Leadership and Career Accelerator. This online, weekly three-credit elective course is taught by leadership coaches working in a variety of industries. As mentors, they provide your student with valuable feedback and insights during their time at NIU so they're better prepared for their future after graduation.
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Fall Semester Parking Permits
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Is your student returning to campus with a car? Here's what they need to know about parking permits.
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Student permits for school year 2023-2024 are now on sale. All permits are virtual and must be purchased using our online system.
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Student permits are available for the semester ($70) or year ($92). Your student also can purchase a temporary permit for daily, weekly or monthly parking.
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Permits are available for students in yellow, purple, brown and orange. Yellow permits are designated for commuter students and those living in Northern View. Purple permits are available for students living in Neptune. Brown permits are available for those living in Gilbert. Orange permits are available for those living in Grant Towers, Patterson Complex (New Hall) and Stevenson Towers. Green permits (free) are available for remote parking in Lot K (southeast of Huskie Stadium).
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Students may purchase only one permit. You can register an additional vehicle on your permit for a maximum of two vehicles.
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Permits may not be loaned, traded or sold.
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Off-campus Meal Plans
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Is your student planning to live off-campus this fall? Keep in mind we offer off-campus student meal plans. These plans combine Dining Dollars and meals to provide flexibility for off-campus and commuting students.
Your student can use meals seven days a week at any of our all-you-care-to-eat dining centers, and Dining Dollars are accepted at all Campus Dining locations across campus.
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Student Health Insurance Waiver Deadline
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Our open enrollment/waiver period for student health insurance is now open. If your student has other health insurance that meets our requirements, they can opt out or cancel our insurance during our waiver period.
The deadline to waive is Sept. 30, 2023. Please note: Your student must haver received an email stating they've been charged for student insurance for the website to work.
For our 2023-24 academic year, our NIU student health insurance plan is a PPO through Aetna. Learn more about details regarding our 2023-2024 NIU Aetna Student Health plan (PDF). Questions? Contact Health Services at 815-753-0122 or studentinsurance@niu.edu.
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