The Weekly Scroll of Things to Know.
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Have you taken the Higher Learning Commission Student Opinion Survey?
Last week you received a link to the student survey from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), the institutional accrediting association that is comprehensively evaluating our school this year. Input received from these surveys is important, as it helps identify both strengths and weaknesses at NIU, as viewed through the lens of our students. The survey is brief and should take less than five minutes to complete by Thursday, Jan. 25.
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It's time to file your 2024-2025 FAFSA.
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The FAFSA form is now open for aid for the 2024-25 school year (July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025). The priority deadline for returning MAP recipients (i.e., students who received MAP funds during the prior academic year and continue to meet all eligibility requirements) is February 1, 2024.
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Ellington's Restaurant opens Tuesday, Feb. 20.
Huskies! Be sure to mark your calendars: Ellington’s Restaurant reopens its doors Tuesday, Feb. 20. Each week, BADM 303 students create and prepare themed meals for you, your friends and your colleagues to enjoy. Service takes place every Tuesday through April 30 (closed March 12). Menus are posted to both our Ellington’s website and the NIU event calendar. We thank you in advance for your continued support as our students gain hands-on experience. No reservations required. Dining Dollars, Huskies Bucks and debit/credit accepted.
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Change your future while keeping more in your pocket.
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Applying for scholarships is a great way to help pay for your NIU education. Scholarships do not need to be repaid and are awarded based on a variety of factors, including academic achievement and financial need.
You can now search and apply for most NIU scholarships online in MyScholarships. The deadline for many scholarships is January 31, 2024.
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Art Express Class for Kids Ages 5-12. Fee Waived for Huskie Families.
CSA Art Express class for children ages 5- 12 has room for even more young artists this semester.
NIU School of Art students teach this popular class in the Art Building with guidance from NIU professor Shei-chau Wang starting Saturday, Feb. 3. All the materials are provided, and students learn about and make art together with kids close to their own age.
The Art Express class fee is waived for all children and grandchildren of NIU employees, NIU retirees and currently enrolled NIU students. However, registration is required for each participating child.
Register online while space is available (select “pay later”), then contact the CSA office to take advantage of our fee waiver offer.
For more information, call the NIU Community School of the Arts at 815-753-1450 or email ksherman2@niu.edu.
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Join NIU Esports, NASCAR Chicago Street Race for Rocket League Rev Up
On February 3, 2024, start your engines and head over to the NIU Esports Arena in 100 Altgeld Hall for Rocket League Rev Up! This first-of-its-kind free-entry event marks the NASCAR Chicago Street Race’s first time working with a university.
The event includes:
- Rocket League tournament: Free entry! Prizes from NASCAR Chicago Street Race for most creative team names and tournament placement. Sign up for the tournament.
- Casual Rocket League gameplay. Drop in for open play and a chance to win door prizes!
- Race the virtual Chicago Street Course on simulators provided by the NASCAR Chicago team.
- Check out NASCAR Pace Cars – Chevy Tahoe and Chevy Camaro.
- Additional giveaways and door prizes! No tournament participation is necessary to win.
The event is free to all and family friendly. Learn more at go.niu.edu/RocketLeagueRevUp.
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Celebrate Global Community Engagement Day
Join us Jan. 29 through Feb. 1 to celebrate Global Community Engagement Day. Stop by our table from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Holmes Student Center to learn how you can engage with your community, receive a free "I engage" pin and a chance to win a prize.
For more information, visit our events calendar webpage.
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- Monday, Jan. 22: Welcome Back Brunch & Makers Market
- Tuesday, Jan. 23: State of the University
- Tuesday, Jan. 23: #HowWeHeal Pledge - Film Screening and Discussion
- Tuesday, Jan. 23: Men's Basketball vs Toledo
- Thursday, Jan. 25: Open Lab @ De La Vega Innovation Lab
- Thursday, Jan. 25: Avalon String Quartet
- Friday, Jan. 26: Outdoor Adventures: Cross Country Ski Clinic
- Saturday, Jan. 27: Outdoor Adventures: Cross-Country Ski Trip
- Saturday, Jan. 27: "Unsurpassed in Quality: Vintage Food Labels — Rich in Flavor" Collector's Talk with Peter B. Olson
- Saturday, Jan. 27: Women's Basketball vs Akron
- Sunday, Jan. 28: Outdoor Adventures: Snowboard Clinics
- Saturday, Feb. 3: Outdoor Adventures: Snowboard/Ski Day Trip
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"I have a planner in which I write down all of the events and activities that will occur in a week. From there, I manage it according to priorities: school first, then work, then friends and family. I also put notes and reminders on my phone."
Isiah Bryant Camarao
Biological sciences major
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7 ways laughter can improve your mental and physical well-being
ReYou’ve likely heard the phrase “Laughter is the best medicine.” While we know this isn’t literally true, research shows that laughing does have some legitimate psychological and physiological benefits.
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