The Weekly Scroll of Things to Know.
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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 search and apply for most NIU scholarships online in MyScholarships beginning Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2023. The deadline for many scholarships is January 31, 2024.
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Share your thoughts on free food services offered on campus!
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We want to hear from you! This survey is your chance to share your thoughts on how NIU addresses food insecurity on campus. Whether you're familiar with the Huskie Food Pantry or have never heard of it, your feedback is needed. This survey is voluntary, anonymous, takes about 10 minutes and the results will hopefully yield improvements to our Huskie Food Pantry. You may exit the survey at any time.
You can schedule a visit to the Huskie Food Pantry during Open Pantry Hours through Dec. 14, 2023:
- 4 to 6 p.m. Wednesday.
- 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday.
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Participate in a survey about artificial intelligence.
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Hey Huskies! Share your thoughts on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and support NIU researchers! Complete a quick 10–15 minute survey for a chance to score a $20 Amazon gift card!
Simply scan the QR code in the image or visit go.niu.edu/0afnij to participate!
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Get the classes you need. Class registration is underway.
Spring 2024 class registration is underway. 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 by click 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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Seminar Will Offer Tips and Sneak Peek at UNIV 301
Interested in learning how to set yourself up for success while at NIU and after graduation? Braven, Inc., which partners with NIU to offer the 3-credit UNIV 301: Leadership and Career Accelerator, will present “Braven’s Career Blueprint: Crafting Your Path to Success,” on Monday, November 13 at 6:30 p.m. This virtual workshop will offer valuable insights on how to find success while at NIU and beyond and a sneak peek at UNIV 301. The workshop is open to all NIU students interested in the UNIV 301 course.
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More than 600 Huskies have enrolled in UNIV 301 since it began in 2022 and spots will fill fast for the Spring 2024 semester, with the course offered Tuesdays from 5:30-7:30 p.m. and Wednesdays from 2-4 p.m. Students in the course:
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- Create a professional portfolio (including a resume, cover letter and LinkedIn profile).
- Build community on campus and in professional networks.
- Gain long-lasting support: When you complete UNIV 301, you can be paired with a mentor to support you through your academic and professional career planning.
You can RSVP HERE for the workshop and learn more about the course at niu.edu/braven.
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Recreation Center undergoing updates.
The Recreation Center is getting an upgrade! At the end of November, construction begins to remodel our locker rooms. Unfortunately, this will also come with temporary inconvenience. On Monday, Nov. 13, demolition begins in the men’s showers. The men’s locker area, bathrooms and all the women’s locker room will remain open. On Monday, Nov. 20, men’s and women’s locker rooms will close for the remainder of the project. The project is estimated to be completed by February. Please email recreation@niu.edu with any questions or concerns.
Get fit with our personal training sale. This month, buy four personal training sessions and get one free. Achieve your fitness goals with our expert trainers. Limited time offer through November. Visit go.niu.edu/personaltraining for details. Reach out to Brendan Lochbaum, assistant director of fitness, blochbaum1@niu.edu with any questions.
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Participate in a study about Asian American identity.
A researcher in the clinical psychology department at NIU, is currently conducting a 30- to 45-minute study examining how Asian American college students discussed race and racial discrimination with their parents throughout their lives. This study is also interested in college students’ feelings about their identity and their well-being. If you participate, you will respond to a series of questions about your personal experiences, well-being, and feelings about your identity, particularly in relation to race and ethnicity. In order to qualify for the study, you must identify as Asian/Asian American, be between 18 and 22 years of age, currently live in the United States, and be fluent in English. Your participation in this study may help in advancement of knowledge and science.
In addition, participants who complete the study will be entered into a drawing to win one of three $15 gift cards. If you are interested in participating, please complete the study. If you have any questions, feel free to contact the researcher at jphilip1@niu.edu.
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- Monday, Nov. 13: Sneak Peek at UNIV 301: Braven Leadership and Career Accelerator
- Monday, Nov. 13: Men's Basketball vs Illinois Tech
- Monday, Nov.13: Career Conversations: Careers Working in or with Government
- Tuesday, Nov. 14: 2023 International Recognition Reception
- Tuesday, Nov. 14: Ellington's: Fattosh, Stuffed Mushrooms, Potato Croquettes, Mujadra, Chicken Alfredo, Soup, Pita Bread and Hummus and Cheesecake
- Tuesday, Nov. 14: Rec Fitness: Small Group Training
- Tuesday, Nov. 14: Football vs Western Michigan University
- Tuesday, Nov. 14: Procrastination Café
- Tuesday, Nov. 14: NIU Opera Theatre
- Wednesday, Nov. 15: Tomorrowfest Special Dinner
- Wednesday, Nov. 15: Outdoor Adventures: Weekly Crate Climbing
- Wednesday, Nov. 15: STEM Café: Fusion Energy: A Clean Energy Source for the Future?
- Wednesday, Nov. 15: NIU Jazz Ensemble Concert
- Thursday, Nov. 16: Study Abroad Social
- Thursday, Nov. 16: Culture Fest 2023!
- Thursday, Nov. 16: Outdoor Adventures: Stand-up Paddleboard Yoga (SUPYO)
- Thursday, Nov. 16: "Havana’s Black Renaissance" - by filmmaker Juanamaría Cordones-Cook, Ph.D.
- Thursday, Nov. 16: "Decolonizing AfroLatinidades: The Field of Afro-Latinx Studies" - Treinta y tres Keynote
- Thursday, Nov. 16 through Saturday, Nov. 18: School of Theatre and Dance presents: A Midsummer Night's Dream
- Friday, Nov. 17: QueersGiving
- Friday, Nov. 17: "What is for Supper? What is a Meal?" and "Food for the Soul: Belief and Healing in Burma" Exhibition Opening Reception
- Friday, Nov. 17: Treinta y tres: Celebrating and Contesting Afro-Latinidad
- Saturday, Nov. 18: Climbing Club Bouldering Competition
- Saturday, Nov. 18: NIU Banda & Mariachi Concert
- Wednesday, Nov. 29: Third Rebel Music Conference
- Thursday, Nov. 30: "Enough on My Plate" Poetry/Short Story Night
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Join us in celebrating International Education Week.
Join the Division of International Affairs and their campus partners throughout the week of Nov. 13 through 17 to celebrate International Education Week. There are a variety of events taking place including the International Recognition Reception and an International Student Ambassador appreciation night!
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"I received the NIU Merit Scholarship for my academic and extracurricular work throughout high school. I also received a scholarship for working as an Honors Fellow for the University Honors Program. These scholarships have given me peace of mind that I can focus solely on my academic and career goals."
Madelin Richards
Nursing major
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Higher Learning Commission (HLC) Insights
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On-site visits from the Higher Learning Commission occur after the peer review team reviews the institutional report and student survey results. The team will work with NIU to create the agenda, which typically includes meetings with university leadership and board members as well as open forums with students, faculty and staff.
The HLC site visit is scheduled for March 25-26, 2024.
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How the snooze button could be sabotaging your sleep
Waking up each morning is a struggle for most of us. The urge to hit snooze on your alarm for those five extra minutes of sleep can be overpowering. But did you know that hitting the snooze button multiple times can actually make you more tired throughout the day?
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Northern Illinois University's vision is to be an engine for innovation to advance social mobility; promote personal, professional and intellectual growth; and transform the world through research, artistry, teaching and outreach. Learn more about NIU’s vision, mission and values.
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