MyNIU Student System maintenance scheduled.

The MyNIU Student System will be unavailable on Monday evening, March 10th, between 5:00 PM and 9:00 PM due to system maintenance.

Proposals now being accepted for 118th Homecoming grants. 

Proposals are now being accepted for our 118th Homecoming Grant Competition.

Do you have an idea for a homecoming event that you would like to see on campus, or want to enhance an existing homecoming event? The Homecoming Executive Committee invites all students, faculty, staff, alumni and community members to submit formal proposals for review! Our 118th Homecoming celebration will take place the week of Sept. 28 through Oct. 5, 2025. The deadline to submit a grant proposal is Friday, April 4, 2025.

This spring, you have new opportunities to gain knowledge, skills and professional connections to position yourself for early career success. Career Readiness Week events are scheduled for the week of April 7-11 to boost your career preparations. More than 60 employers are scheduled to be involved.

Two of the events give you an overview of our new Huskie Career Launchpad program, which rewards you with digital badges for your accomplishments on the road to being career-ready. Visit our NIU events calendar to register and learn more about all scheduled Career Readiness Week events.

Register early to attend these events:

Tuesday, April 8: Career Success Clinic: Résumé, Cover Letter, LinkedIn Profile Reviews
Thursday, April 10: Alumni Mock Interview Day: Interview with Confidence

Join us at Huskie Headquarters during Huskies United. 

Kick-off and celebrate philanthropy with the NIU Foundation and on-campus community during Huskies United, NIU’s annual day of giving.

JOIN US IN THE OASIS IN THE HOLMES STUDENT CENTER

Special appearances, photo & video booths and more! 

Step inside our cash grab at Huskie Headquarters to snag as many dollars as possible to donate to the fund of your choice.

Have you completed your 2025-26 FAFSA?

The 2025-26 FAFSA will be is now available. Visit the Financial Aid and Scholarship Office for assistance completing your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) or Alternative Application for Illinois Financial Aid. All students eligible for financial aid who plan to enroll next year should complete a new FAFSA or Alternative Application each year, as soon as possible, to be considered for the maximum amount of financial aid. 

Join us for our '70s Dinner at Neptune.

Join us for a retro evening at Neptune's 1970s-themed dinner. Enjoy a decadent fondue bar featuring rich, velvety cheese and indulgent chocolate fondues, paired with a delightful assortment of dipping options to satisfy every craving. Savor the flavors of the '70s with a nostalgic dinner spread featuring something for everyone, including a hearty cheeseburger macaroni skillet, loaded hero sandwiches, tangy Hawaiian meatballs, a melty three-cheese grilled cheese, specialty pizzas, and a sweet finish of pineapple angel food cake.

Join us for Bumpin' it Back to the '90s Dinner at Patterson.

Join us for a '90s-themed special dinner at Patterson Hall. All meal plan holders and guests welcome.

Featured menu items include:

Survey: Help Shape our NIU Nutrition Program

We want to hear from you! Our NIU Nutrition program is looking to expand its offerings, and your input is crucial. Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts and help us create an experience that meets your interests.

go.niu.edu/nutrition-survey

Win a $50 Amazon gift card for completing a survey!

Researchers in the Psychology Department need your help with a study about young adults’ relationships with their parents! Complete a survey sharing your experiences and earn an entry into a drawing for a $50 Amazon gift card.

The more students who participate, the more gift cards we will give out, so tell your friends! Anyone age 18 to 29 can participate. Up to 20 gift cards worth $50 each are available!

Save the date: Conference on Undergraduate Research.

The Conference on Undergraduate Research and Engagement (CURE) provides NIU undergraduate students from all colleges with the opportunity to showcase their research, artistry or engagement projects they are completing or have completed. These can be part of a capstone or senior project; community engagement project or course; independent study; or funded research and artistry program through posters and exhibits for a chance to place in their respective award category. CURE is the culminating event for Undergraduate Research month and will mark NIU's 15th year of highlighting the contributions undergraduate students have had on the knowledge in interdeisciplinary fields, communities and society.

This year's event will be held in person at the Holmes Student Center  Tuesday, April 29, 2025. Presenter registration is open until March 25, 2025.

Breastmilk Feeding Awareness Level Measurement Tool 

You are invited to participate in a significant research project by Stephanie D. Uhr, Ph.D.: Examination and Validation of the Breastmilk Feeding Awareness Level Measurement Tool. Your contribution will be invaluable in quantifying previous exposure/experience of breastmilk feeding. You do not need any breastmilk feeding experience to participate.

This study began in fall 2024 with focus groups to develop the measurement tool. This second phase will collect responses on the newly created Breastmilk Feeding Awareness Level measurement tool (16 questions). An additional 17 questions will measure breastfeeding attitude. This survey is designed to be brief, taking only five to 10 minutes of your time.

Your participation in this research is entirely voluntary. You can withdraw at any point by simply stopping the online survey without any negative consequences.

If you have any questions about this study, don't hesitate to contact Professor Uhr at suhr@niu.edu or 815-753-6556.

Take the survey.