12/5/22
Treat your body well to do your best on finals! Be sure to stay well hydrated, get quality sleep, eat nutritious food and stick to a study plan. Review final exam information and schedules to be sure you can plan accordingly. Check with your professor if you have questions about a specific class.
11/28/22
Being successful in class requires that you prepare and study. Did you know that you should be studying outside of class for two to three hours a week for every credit hour you take? Check out these tips for studying on your own or with a friend or group.
11/21/22
Can’t make office hours and need to schedule a meeting? Want clarification on a deadline, assignment, grade or reading requirement? Looking to respond to an email sent to you? Keep these tips in mind when emailing your professor: 1) be polite; 2) be clear; 3) be concise.
Read more about these tips.
11/14/22
The Founders Learning Commons in Founders Memorial Library (FML) is a one-stop shop for assistance and resources to help you succeed. You can find tutoring services, research and writing assistance, plus technology resources and support. Learn more about Founders Learning Commons resources.
11/7/22
One of the best things you can do for academic success is attend faculty office hours. Faculty set aside this time for you to connect and ask questions one-on-one. Read five tips to take advantage of office hours.
10/31/22
Early voting at the Holmes Student Center takes place until Nov. 4. Being an engaged citizen means staying connected and participating in local, state and national elections. Huskies Vote is a campus-wide initiative that strives to provide NIU students with everything they need to know in order to participate in their elections.
10/24/22
Juggling college with work, family, friends and life can get a little crazy sometimes. We all need a little help along the way. Be sure to take advantage of the resources we offer to help you keep the worry at bay. See five ways to help reduce stress.
10/17/22
Go to Class! When you go to class, you learn more. You retain more. Your professor sees you and participates in your learning. You connect with classmates. You thrive. You succeed.
10/10/22
As we head into midterms, studying can be a challenge. Every Huskie needs to find the methods and strategies that work best for them. Here are some quick tips to help you make the best use of your time and ace those exams.
10/3/22
It can be challenging to understand financial aid and manage your finances. We have many services to help you and your family interpret financial aid, complete your FAFSA, plan for expenses and more. Learn more about student financial advising.
9/26/22
College can be overwhelming even when things are going well. It’s important to take care of yourself, both physically and mentally. Explore the many resources we offer to help you stay active, feel balanced and be supported
9/19/22
Stop by the Founders Learning Commons on the first floor of Founders Memorial Library for everything you need to succeed in your studies. You'll find resources and support for academics, research and technology.
9/12/2022
Check your NIU Email regularly. You will receive important university communications in your NIU student email account. Also, watch for "The Weekly Scroll" every Monday morning for the latest campus news, information, events and ways to get involved.
9/6/2022
The Center for Student Assistance (CSA) offers a variety of valuable services, including care and support, legal assistance, military and veterans’ services, access to the Huskie Food Pantry and more.
8/29/2022
From bird watching to robotics, NIU has clubs for a wide range of interests. You can explore more than 200 student organizations on Huskie Hub.
8/22/2022
We have several important apps you can download to help be a successful Huskie:
NIU Mobile, NIU Safe, ETA SPOT (bus tracker), Navigate Student, Outlook.
Take a look at frequently asked questions to learn more.