The Weekly Scroll of Things to Know.
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It's time to renew your FAFSA.
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is now available for the 2023-2024 academic year. Renew yours as soon as possible. The FAFSA is your application for federal financial aid such as grants, work-study and student loans. Some funds are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis, so the sooner you submit your completed FAFSA, the more likely you are to receive assistance if you are eligible.
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Apply to join the Summer 2023 Orientation Team.
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Ready to make connections with incoming students, represent NIU as a student leader, and build community and pride at NIU? Join the Orientation Team! Learn more about the position by attending an Informational Meeting on Oct. 27, Nov. 10 or Nov. 17!
Apply today by submitting your Orientation Leader Application!
Please contact Mitchell Huftalin at mhuftalin1@niu.edu with any questions.
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It's time to prepare for spring 2023 class registration.
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Now is the time to start preparing to register for spring 2023 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.
- 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.
- 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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Thinking about withdrawing from a course?
Friday, Oct. 28 is the last day for undergraduates to request a full-semester course withdrawal through advisor (Fall 2022). Students who are considering withdrawing from a course should reach out to their academic advisor as well as their financial aid counselor. Dropping a course can impact financial aid eligibility and academic course progression.
Campus Activities Board (CAB) is looking for feedback.
The Campus Activities Board wants to know what you think. All students are welcome to take a survey for feedback on past events and suggestions for future events.
NIU Recreation wants to hear your voice!
NIU Recreation wants to offer you the best nutrition and cooking programs. Take our two-minute survey.Results will be used to improve current and future nutrition programs. We appreciate your feedback.
Funding for spring 2023 undergraduate research projects available.
Applications for spring 2023 Student Engagement Fund (SEF) and Research, Engagement and Academic Diversity (READ) Grant are currently being accepted and have a due date of Monday, Oct. 31. SEF and READ support projects that consist of undergraduate students working on faculty-mentored research, community-based projects and projects focused on social justice and diversity. Student and faculty submissions are considered.
Recipients of the funds are provided financial support of up to $2,500 for research related expenses including project supplies and conference registration (for the student). Additionally, students working on the project are eligible for up to $1,200 in compensation for their work as an undergraduate research assistant.
Open to all colleges! Visit OSEEL.niu.edu for more information and to apply.
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- Through Nov. 4: Early Voting in the Holmes Student Center
- Monday, Oct. 24: Huskie Fresh: Crispy Chicken with Lemon Pasta
- Monday, Oct. 24: MPX Vaccine Clinic #2
- Monday, Oct. 24: Mindfulness and You
- Tuesday, Oct. 25: Huskie Fresh: Cooking Class — Lemon Broccoli Pasta with Crispy Chicken Breast
- Tuesday, Oct. 25: Why Vote?
- Tuesday, Oct. 25: Procrastination Café
- Tuesday, Oct. 25: Men's Soccer vs Bowling Green
- Wednesday, Oct. 26: Show Up and Show Out
- Wednesday, Oct. 26: The Power of the Latinx Vote
- Wednesday, Oct. 26: Spooky Self-Care Zone
- Thursday, Oct. 27: Halloween is the Queerest Holiday!
- Thursday, Oct. 27: Women's Soccer vs Bowling Green
- Thursday, Oct. 27: Huskie Madness
- Thursday, Oct. 27: Mindful Halloween Paint Night
- Thursday, Oct. 27: Rebuilding Democracy Lecture Series: Nikole Hannah-Jones, professor and editor of "The 1619 Project"
- Thursday, Oct. 27: Foodways and Culinary Heritage in Northern Illinois
- Friday, Oct. 28: She Kills Monsters - NIU School of Theatre and Dance
- Saturday, Oct. 29: Kishwaukee Symphony Orchestra Halloween Concert
- Monday, Oct. 31: Outdoor Adventures: Halloween Campfire
- Monday, Oct. 31: Huskie Fresh: Halloween Hash
- Tuesday, Nov. 1: Latinx Law Day
- Tuesday, Nov. 1: Outdoor Adventures: Weekly Crate Climbing
- Wednesday, Nov. 2: Eat Like a Huskie
- Wednesday, Nov. 2: Outdoor Adventures: Camping Skills Workshop Series
- Saturday, Nov. 5: Huskie Hack 2022 - Feeding our Future
- Sunday, Nov. 6: Outdoor Adventures: Standup Paddleboard Yoga Workshops
- Monday, Nov. 7: Huskie Fresh Celebrates Native Indigenous Peoples with Johnnycakes with Wojapi
- Wednesday, Nov. 9: From Analog to Digital: How Technology has Changed our View of Geography and Maps
- Thursday, Nov. 10: Plant Powered Huskies: Workshop and Cooking Activity
- Tuesday, Nov. 15: Huskie Fresh: Cooking Class - Zucchini Boats with Italian Sausage and Parmesan Cauliflower
- Thursday, Nov. 17: Professor Leisy J. Abrego: "Central Americans as Criminals and Crisis: The Legal Violence of US Foreign and Immigration Policies."
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It's time to cast your vote.
Early voting at the Holmes Student Center begins today, Oct. 24. Being an engaged citizen means staying connected and participating in local, state and national elections. HuskiesVote is a campus-wide initiative that strives to provide Northern Illinois University students with everything they need to know in order to participate in their elections.
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Register for the Sustainability Hack taking place on Nov. 5-6, 2022.
Are you passionate about food and sustainability? Bring your team and create solutions that could have a positive change in the world. Prizes will be awarded for the best solutions! Coding skills not required. Mentors will be there to provide guidance. This free event is open to all college students (includes meals, snacks and a Huskie Hack T-shirt). For questions, email us at innovation@niu.edu
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"The University Writing Center has helped me a lot throughout my first year. I had to learn a new citation style and different essay types that were difficult for me to grasp. The tutors at the center not only helped me understand these concepts, but they also gave me more confidence in my writing ability and new ways to proofread my papers."
Laci Sligar
Transfer physical education major
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It's time for Well-o-ween!
Join fellow Huskies for a ghoulish week of Halloween-themed self-care events…if you dare! Events include making a mindfulness glitter jar, attending a paint night and more.
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