Orientation Topics

During online orientation, you'll learn about NIU’s history and culture, benefits and payroll, and other topics.

Welcome: NIU Overview

• History
• Today
• Resources

Human Resource Services Overview

• Services provided
• Required training
• Policies
• Leading Employees to Success (L.E.T.S.) Program

Payroll

• Pay day
• Direct deposit
• W-4 withholding form
• Time off
• Time reporting

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

• Services provided
• Discrimination
• Protected categories
• Employee responsibility

Insurance and Employee Benefits

• Insurance information
• Leaves/time off
• Supplemental retirement plans
• State Universities Retirement System
• Resources
• Deadlines