Staying Organized and On Track. 

Between rigorous classes, assignments and studying, new friends and social events, obligations at home, and extracurricular obligations, managing time and staying on track can be challenging. Our Huskie Academic Support Center offers Peer Academic Coaching to help you develop time management strategies. You can book an appointment online using Navigate Student or you can also get started on your own by checking out some of our additional resources.

Members of the campus community are invited to attend the open forums for Chief of Police candidates. The candidates names and resumes will be made available on Monday, Oct. 27, 2025 at the links below.

Help Manage Your Stress with Our Crash Out Course

Running on iced coffee, zero sleep and pure vibes? Yeah, we’ve all been there. Crash Out Course is for when “just pushing through” stops working. It’s about learning how to handle the stress spiral before it handles you. 11 a.m. to noon on Friday, Oct. 31; Nov. 7, 14, 21; and Dec. 5 in Holmes Student Center, Room 250 (600 Lucinda Avenue, DeKalb, IL 60115). Provided by Student Wellness and Counseling and Consultation Services (BeWell@niu.edu).

HSC Huskie Den offers opportunity to play, learn and hang out

NIU is chock full of hidden gems, including the Huskie Den Bowling and Entertainment Center, located on the lower level of the Holmes Student Center. Open to students, staff, faculty and the public, the Huskie Den offers bowling, pool and a stage for live entertainment. It’s been voted One of the Best Bowling Alleys in DeKalb County two years running (2024 & 2025) and you’re invited to come and experience it for yourself.  

October is National Exercise is Medicine on Campus (EIM-OC) Month. To celebrate, NIU’s EIM-OC team invites all students, staff and faculty to participate in the annual Walking Challenge to get everyone on our campus moving. The event takes place on Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.  at the East Lagoon. The university that walks and moves by wheelchair the most is named the winner. Let’s go, Huskies!

International Education Week Event Promotion

Each year, the Division of International Affairs celebrates International Education Week (IEW), an opportunity to recognize the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide.

International Education Week is a joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education, reflecting efforts to promote programs that prepare Americans for a global environment and attract future leaders from abroad to study, learn and exchange experiences. 

This year, International Education Week takes place the week of Nov. 17-21.

We want to feature and encourage others’ celebrations of International Education Week. If you plan on hosting an international education event between Nov. 17-21, please visit our Division of International Affairs website to have your event featured on our NIU International Education Week calendar feed. Simply follow the steps under the Submit an Event section.

Prepare now to get the classes you need. Class registration opens Nov. 3, 2025. 

Now is the time to start preparing to register for spring 2026 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.

2. Log in to MyNIU and Navigate Student.

Join us for FAFSA Fridays!

The 2026-27 FAFSA is now open. 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. 

Bring your own laptop or use one of ours.  We're here to help from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.!

Can't make it on Friday? We're available every weekday (excluding holidays and university closures).  We also offer virtual appointments.  Visit go.niu.edu/SFAS to schedule your appointment now!

Apply now to be an Orientation Leader

Orientation Leader Applications are now open! Apply before Wednesday, Nov. 5.

An Orientation Leader (OL) is an undergraduate student who helps incoming first-year and transfer students transition to NIU. OLs build connections between incoming students and foster a sense of belonging at NIU. This is a paid undergraduate student leadership position that runs from February through August.

This is a great opportunity to develop your leadership skills, communication skills and build your résumé while making a positive impact on new Huskies. Found out more on our Be a Leader - Join Our Team! page.

2026 Orientation Leader Application

Contact Scott Johansen, program assistant for Student Training and Development for the Office of Orientation and First Year Programs, at sjohansen@niu.edu with any questions and to learn more about the Orientation Leader position.