April 8, 2024

The Weekly Scroll of Things to Know.

Lambda Sigma Sophomore Honors society is looking for nominations. If you are currently a freshman with at least 12 semester hours (but no more than 36 semester hours) with a minimum 3.0 GPA, you may be eligible to apply.

 

To be considered for membership in our 2024-2025 chapter, please complete our application by

11:59 p.m. Friday, April 19, 2024. We’ll inform you of the status of your application by the end

of the month.

 

We hope you will carefully consider applying for Lambda Sigma membership. If you have any

questions, contact niulambdasigma@gmail.edu. For information on this national organization, visit our website.

Register to attend the Ignite Institute.

The Ignite Institute, powered by LeaderShape, is a leadership retreat for NIU students. This
four-day retreat takes place at the Stronghold Camp and Retreat Center in Oregon, Illinois, from
May 13 to 16, 2024. It’s a valuable opportunity to:

• Build skills to help you lead with passion and integrity.
• Explore your personal values in the context of your community.
• Develop your vision for creating a more equitable and caring society.

There is no cost to participate. Transportation, meals, lodging and materials will be provided.

For more information, contact studentinvolvement@niu.edu.

 

Eligibility and Registration

Participation in the Ignite Institute is free. However, if you register for the institute and do not attend, your student account will be charged $150. Registration is open until April 5 or until spots are filled.

To register, click the link below and create an account on the LeaderShape site. Once you have created an account you can finish your registration. Register today!

Class registration is open.

 

Prepare now to get the classes you need. 

Now is the time to start preparing to register for summer and fall 2024 classes. While registration opens on April 1, your registration date may vary based upon the number of credits you have earned. 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.

• 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. 

2. Log in to MyNIU and Navigate Student.

• 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. 

Move Forward Faster with UNIV 301

Fall 2024 Registration begins April 1. If you’re looking to get ready for your career or graduate school, consider taking UNIV 301: Braven Leadership and Career Accelerator, a 3-credit elective course taught by Leadership Coaches working in a variety of industries. As mentors, they provide you with valuable feedback and insights, so you’re better prepared for your future after NIU. 

 

Nearly 800 Huskies have enrolled in UNIV 301 since it first launched in Fall 2022 and the course will be offered in three sections in the fall. Talk to your advisor and enroll for Fall 2024 via MyNIU during registration.

Benefits of the course include:

• Small class size. You’ll be on a team with 5-8 other Huskies from a variety of majors.
• Completely online and once-a-week. You’ll meet with your Leadership Coach and teammates once a week online either Tuesdays from 2-4 p.m. or 5:30-7:30 p.m. or Wednesdays from 5:30-7:30 p.m.
• Career exploration and preparation. You’ll develop a professional portfolio, including strong interview skills, a competitive resume and a professional Linked In profile.
• Hands-on learning with leading companies. You’ll work with your teammates on creating solutions for real companies and real clients in Chicagoland and beyond.
• Long-lasting support. Once you complete the Braven Accelerator course you’ll be paired with a mentor who will continue to support you throughout your academic and professional career planning.

 

Learn more about UNIV 301 HERE.

Upcoming Events

Through April 30: Asian American Heritage Month

Through April 30: Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Monday, April 8 through Friday, April 12: Spring Into Wellness

Monday, April 8: Solar Eclipse Viewing and Party

Tuesday, April 9: Brain Food - Innovation Conversation

Tuesday, April 9: Ellington's: Greek Chicken, Lemon and Garlic Tofu, Quinoa Veggie Chop Salad, Vegetables and Creme Brulee

Tuesday, April 9: "That Sucked. Now What?" with author Dr. Neeta Bhushan

Tuesday, April 9: Reality Bytes Independent Student Film Festival

Tuesday, April 9: Procrastination Café

Tuesday, April 9: Why We Eat What We Eat: Processed Food and Addiction

Wednesday, April 10: Spring Food Truck Wednesday

Wednesday, April 10: "That Sucked, Now What?" A story of resiliency with Neeta Bhushan

Wednesday, April 10: Charting Your Career Path: Leveraging Career Services and UNIV 301

Wednesday, April 10: Mindfulness and You

Wednesday, April 10: Reality Bytes Independent Student Film Festival

Thursday, April 11 through Saturday, April 13: Booked and Blessed...OR BUST

Friday, April 12: World Music Fusion

Tuesday, April 16: Unite for Recovery: Bridging Healthcare Perspectives in Substance Use Disorders (SUD)

Wednesday, April 17: STEM Café: Theatrical Special Effects: Engineering Spectacle

Thursday, April 18: Student Fulbright Workshop

Saturday, April 20: 2024 Northern Illinois Regional History Conference

Monday, April 22: Eating Sustainably, Eating Well

Wednesday, April 24: Neurodiversity Celebration

Monday, April 29: What is Sustainable Design? The Ecology of the Built Environment in Historical Perspective

Friday, May 3: CISLL Year-end Retreat

Tip from a Huskie

"I definitely have benefitted from attending class regularly. One of the ways I learn best is by being in person, taking notes and asking questions to clarify things that confuse me. For me, learning can often only be successfully achieved by attending class and being in person."

 

Jocelyn Alba

Transfer communicative disorders major

Deadlines

Wednesday, April 10: Last day for undergraduates to make up a grade of Incomplete from the Fall 2023 semester

Weekly Wellness Tip

Spring Into Wellness happening April 8-12.

Spring Into Wellness is our annual week of wellness programming, scheduled this year for April 8-12, 2024. Stay tuned to this page for more events and updates!

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