Connecting with Faculty and Staff

“Talk to your professors. Go to office hours and ask questions. Those conversations can help you find out what other students do to be successful. Building a relationship with your professor will make it easier to get help when you are struggling in a class.”

“Reach out for help. This includes fellow students, faculty, staff and student support services. I've personally gotten help from the Writing Center (as have many other faculty). Ask questions. I see that as a sign of intelligence and curiosity. Faculty are constantly seeking help from their peers at NIU and other institutions.”

“The tagline that resonates with me at NIU is: Huskies. Never. Quit. This is such an important motto that I would also translate into advice to students currently attending NIU. Meet your challenges head on and don’t quit. Don’t give up. Keep going and know that you can do it.”

“The biggest takeaway is for students to be creative thinkers and socially conscious global citizens. These are qualities that will prepare them for the world, and enable them to be relevant and prepared for any job given the fluid nature of work and career paths. There are a lot of opportunities to learn and grow at NIU. Students need to be involved and explore. Professors are always a good start, especially when you are taking their classes.”

“I’ve found that professors, advisors and staff are genuinely supportive and want to see students succeed, which has made my time here even more meaningful.”