NORTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
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The Weekly Scroll of Things to Know.
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Submit your FAFSA before April 25
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If you plan to be enrolled at NIU in 2026-27, you need to complete a FAFSA to receive a financial aid offer. A federal system update on Sunday, April 26 will delay the processing of FAFSA records submitted on or after that date, and financial aid offers for affected students may not be available until July. Submit your 2026-27 FAFSA by Saturday, April 25 at studentaid.gov to keep your aid on track. Questions? Contact the Financial Aid and Scholarship Office at finaid@niu.edu, call 815-753-1395 or visit Swen Parson Hall 245, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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How to Prep for a Career Fair
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The last career fair of the semester is this week and it provides a valuable opportunity to learn about different industries, make important professional contacts, practice your interviewing skills and gain intelligence about the job market within your major and outside of it. With a little preparation and a focus on some key details, it can be a worthwhile experience.
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Huskie Food Pantry Wants Your Input
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The Huskie Food Pantry is a resource for NIU students to use if they are in need of food. To ensure no area of campus is underrepresented, we want to help the Huskie Food Pantry obtain input, from students, about where they feel more resources may be necessary, specifically on the east side of Campus. Please help by completing this survey for our research purposes! Thank you!
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Don’t Miss the LAST Career Fair of the Semester!
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NIU Career Services’ End-of-Year Career Fair on Wednesday, April 22 is your final opportunity this semester to connect with employers offering internships, full-time, part-time, and student employment opportunities.
Open to current students, alumni, and community members, this event is your chance to build connections and explore what’s next.
Pro tip: Log into Career Fair Plus now to view attending employers, research opportunities, and create your game plan before the event. The more prepared you are, the more confident you’ll feel!
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- Make connections
- Explore opportunities
- Find jobs
- Take the next step in your career
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Don’t wait. Start exploring in Career Fair Plus today and get ready to make the most of your last chance this semester!
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UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH MONTH
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Join us for upcoming Conference on Undergraduate Research and Engagement (CURE).
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Help wrap up Undergraduate Research Month by attending the Conference on Undergraduate Research and Engagement (CURE) on Tuesday, April 28, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Duke Ellington Ballroom at the Holmes Student Center. Students from all colleges will showcase their research, artistry, creative inquiry and engagement projects. These can be part of a capstone project or senior project, faculty-mentored research, including community-engaged research, community engagement project or course, class research projects, independent studies, or funded research and artistry projects.
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Invitation to Participate in a Research Study
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You are invited to participate in a research study about how college students respond to everyday social situations, including interactions with individuals with disabilities. This study aims to better understand students’ perceptions, experiences and responses in these contexts. Participation involves completing a confidential online survey that takes approximately 10–15 minutes. Your responses are anonymous, and participation is completely voluntary. You may skip any questions or stop at any time.
If you are 18 years or older and currently enrolled as a student, you are eligible to participate. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Reach out to Professor Nahal Salimi with questions at nsalimi@niu.edu
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Class of 2026, It’s Time to Leave Your Legacy
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Seniors, graduation is coming fast. Have you made your Senior Class Gift yet?
Every contribution supports scholarships, student programs, and the NIU experience that shaped your journey. Your gift also earns you the official Class of 2026 graduation cord.
Make your mark before the big day.
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Huskie Harvest Survey — chance to win an Amazon gift card!
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Class registration is underway.
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Prepare now to get the classes you need.
Now is the time to start registering for summer and fall 2026 classes. Read the tips below and learn when to register and how to register for classes.
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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 clicking 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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- Through April 30: Earth Month
- Through April 30: Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Heritage Month
- Monday, April 20: The Victors Student-Athlete Awards Ceremony
- Monday, April 20: Whole Wellness: Yoga for Stress Relief
- Tuesday, April 21: Throwback Tuesdays at the Huskie Den
- Tuesday, April 21: Women in STEM Dr. Carla Montgomery Award Ceremony
- Tuesday, April 21: Side by Side: How Gender and Sexuality Interact
- Tuesday, April 21: President's Student Service and Leadership Awards
- Wednesday, April 22: Food Truck Wednesdays
- Wednesday, April 22: End-of-Year Career Fair for All Majors
- Wednesday, April 22: Latino Dinner
- Thursday, April 23: Arbor Day Celebration
- Thursday, April 23: Half Price Thursdays at the Huskie Den
- Thursday, April 23 through Sunday, April 26: Spring Dance Concert - presented by the NIU School of Theatre and Dance
- Friday, April 24: Gichigamiin Museum Garden Volunteer Day
- Friday, April 24: Friday Glow Bowl at the Huskie Den
- Saturday, April 25: World Tai Chi & Qigong Day
- Sunday, April 26: Project Ascension: High Altitude Balloon Launch (Mission 2.0)
- Sunday, April 26: Concert Choir and University Chorus
- Tuesday, April 28: Managing in the Union Environment
- Wednesday, April 29: Crafting Knowledge: A Showcase of BookLab Learning
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The Huskie bus system has been such an unexpected plus to my experience here at NIU. As a student who lives in a residence hall, the buses here have been such a life saver. They not only take you to and from classes, but also to restaurants nearby, downtown DeKalb, Walmart, TJ Maxx, Aldi, Ross and even the movie theater. If you miss the first bus taking you to class, you’re lucky because the next one will come in 15 minutes. The busing system here is very convenient and something incoming NIU students should consider.
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Take advantage of every opportunity the university presents to you. Open your mind and learn about everything as much as you can while earning your degree.
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