The Weekly Scroll of Things to Know.
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Resources to help your academic success.
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The most successful Huskies are the ones who ask for help. We offer a variety of support offices on campus to help you succeed in your studies. In addition, be sure to ask your academic advisor, professors and friends for advice and support when you need it.
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Have you completed your 2025-26 FAFSA?
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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.
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Huskies, we are here to help you succeed! 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.
Visit our Student Life website for tips for getting a head start on your career, while you’re a student at NIU.
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Register early to attend these Career Readiness Week events:
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Proposals now being accepted for 118th Homecoming grants.
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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.
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Prepare now to the get the classes you need.
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Now is the time to start preparing to register for summer and fall 2025 classes. Read the tips below and learn when to register and how to register for classes.
1. If you have not met with your advisor, do so. They are here to help you.
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- It’s important to stay on track to graduation and your advisor is here to help ensure you are heading in the right direction.
- Remote advising is available. Options for remote advising could include virtual video conferences, phone calls, NIU emails or IM chats. Schedule an advising appointment through Navigate Student by clicking Appointments and selecting the "Advising" service, or contact your academic advising office to learn more about your options.
- Come prepared to your meeting with any concerns that you have. Your advisor can help answer your questions and point you to available resources.
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2. Log in to MyNIU and Navigate Student.
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- In MyNIU, you can check your enrollment date—the date and time you are able to register for classes.
- In Navigate Student, you can see a list of important, time-sensitive To-Do items related to class registration. You can also schedule an appointment with your academic advisor through Navigate Student by click on Appointments and selecting the "Advising" service.
- In both MyNIU and Navigate Student, you can see any holds on your account that may prevent you from registering for classes. Learn more about holds on student accounts.
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Lambda Sigma Sophomore Honor Society Seeks New Members
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Lambda Sigma is specifically for second-year NIU students. We’re now accepting applications from
first-year students who have completed at least 12 semester hours (but no more than 36 semester hours) with a minimum 3.00 GPA. To be considered for membership in the 2025-2026 chapter, please complete our online application. The application opens March 25 and closes April 11.
To nominate students for Lambda Sigma or for more information, contact advisor Connie Storey at cstorey2@niu.edu.
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Presidential Commission on Race and Ethnicity accepting nominations for Deacon Davis Award
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The Presidential Commission on Race and Ethnicity (PCORE) announces its call for nominations for the 2025 Deacon Davis Awards. This award recognizes significant contributions made by students, faculty, staff, departments or organizations to the improvement in the climate and conditions for racial and ethnic groups on Northern Illinois University's campus. Learn more.
Nominations are due Monday, March 31, 2025. Submit your nomination.
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Join us at Huskie Headquarters during Huskies United.
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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
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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.
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Presidential Commissions seek student members.
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The Office of the President invites undergraduate and graduate students to serve on Presidential Commissions, advising on key campus issues. As a member, you'll share student perspectives, collaborate with faculty and staff, and build leadership and problem-solving skills that enhance your academic experience and are highly valued by employers.
Help create a more inclusive and accessible NIU—nominate yourself or a peer today!
NIU Presidential Commission Application
Explore the Presidential Advisory Groups website for more details and insights into the commissions.
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Win a $50 Amazon gift card for completing a survey!
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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!
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Register to present at CURE.
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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.
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- Monday, March 31: Crafting Connections
- Through April 30: Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Month
- Through April 30: Earth Month 2025
- Tuesday, April 1: Ellington's: Chicken Florentine, Ratatouille, Lyonnaise Potatoes, Sautéed Green Beans, Classic French Lentil Salad, Macarons and Chocolate Eclair Cake
- Tuesday, April 1: Throwback Tuesday at the Huskie Den
- Tuesday, April 1: Getting It Write: Group Writing That Works
- Tuesday, April 1: Procrastination Café
- Tuesday, April 1: Huskie Den Trivia Night
- Tuesday, April 1: MFA/BFA Actor Showcase
- Wednesday, April 2: Food Truck Wednesdays
- Wednesday, April 2: Rebuilding Democracy Lecture Series: Naomi Klein
- Wednesday, April 2: Lasers, Policies and Risk…Oh My! Facilitating Research While Following the Regulatory “Brick Road”
- Wednesday, April 2: Documentary "Plastic People"
- Wednesday, April 2: Wellness Wednesday Workshops
- Thursday, April 3: NIU Law Francis X. Riley Lecture
- Thursday, April 3: Half Price Thursday at the Huskie Den
- Thursday, April 3: Undergraduate Research Month Kickoff Event
- Thursday, April 3 through Saturday, April 5: School of Theatre and Dance presents Anon(ymous)
- Friday, April 4: NIU Cares Day of Service
- Friday, April 4: Huskie Gaming Jackbox Night
- Friday, April 4: Friday Glow Bowl at the Huskie Den
- Saturday, April 5: Earth Fest 2025
- Saturday, April 5: Dreamy Movie Matinee Series
- Thursday, April 10: Student Fulbright Workshop
- Thursday, April 10: Analyzing Mathematics Lesson Plans to Teach Mathematics in Colombian Remote Communities
- Wednesday, April 16: Wellness Fair
- Thursday, April 17: Michael Rodríguez-Muñiz, Ph.D.
- Friday, April 18: NIU History-Con 2025
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"Time management is the number one factor. I always make sure that all my schoolwork is done before I go out to hang out with my friends or my brothers. I use the Blackboard calendar to see when all of my assignments are due, and I use a planner so I know when all of my events are.."
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"I always encourage my students to think of learning as an ongoing process. No major sports figure or musician rose to be the best at what they do on the first day they started playing a sport or instrument. Learning is work, hard work. My job as an educator is to help guide students in their understanding of how to learn, so that when they graduate, they have the critical thinking and other necessary skills to continue learning and growing."
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Andrea Guzman
Associate Professor of Journalism, Department of Communication
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Join us at the Wellness Fair on April 16.
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Join us at the Wellness Fair from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, April 16 in the Holmes Student Center’s Duke Ellington Ballroom. Campus and community partners will provide attendees with interactive activities, services and information focused on “Healthy Body, Healthy Mind and Healthy Spirit.” Additional interactive wellness opportunities include free workshops featuring healthy eating, fitness tips, mental health support training and more.
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