The Weekly Scroll of Things to Know.
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Stay steady with these study tips.
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Finals week, May 8 through 11, is steadily approaching and waiting to study at the last minute can pose challenges. Every Huskie needs to find strategies that work best for them. The Center for Innovative Teaching and Learning offers some quick tips to help you make the best use of your time and ace those exams. Prior to finals is also a good time to connect with your professors by scheduling an appointment to meet with them during their office hours.
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Support undergraduate research at CURE.
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The Conference on Undergraduate Research and Engagement (CURE) provides NIU Undergraduate students from all colleges with the opportunity to showcase their research, artistry or engagement projects they are completing or have completed as part of a capstone or senior project, community engagement project or course, independent study or funded research and artistry program through posters and exhibits for a chance to place in their respective award category.
This year's event will be held in person at the Holmes Student Center on Tuesday, April 18, 2023.
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Class registration is underway.
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Summer and Fall 2023 class registration is underway.
Now is the time to start preparing to register for summer and fall 2023 classes. Read the tips below and learn when to register and how to register for classes.
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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Jump start your career with UNIV 301.
Registration begins April 3. If you’re looking to get ready for your career or graduate school, consider taking UNIV 301: Braven Leadership and Career Accelerator, a 3-credit elective course taught by Leadership Coaches working in a variety of industries. As mentors, they provide you with valuable feedback and insights, so you’re better prepared for your future after NIU.
Nearly 400 Huskies have already completed UNIV 301 since it first launched in Fall 2022. Talk to your advisor and enroll for Fall 2023 via MyNIU during registration. Learn more about UNIV 301.
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Last chance to tell us how we’re doing.
As we, Campus Dining, conclude our campaign to gather valuable feedback, we’d like to give you one more opportunity to tell us how we’re doing. We’d appreciate it if you could please take a moment to complete a brief, anonymous survey regarding your most recent experience at one of our residential dining or retail dining locations. All are welcome to participate. Thank you.
Apply now to work for Campus Dining during the fall semester.
Campus Dining is hiring dining student team members. Student employees will earn $13/hour and have the chance to earn a $500 scholarship. Whether it’s placing you in the dining unit in your residence hall or at a retail location where you have previous experience, Campus Dining works with you to ensure your placement is optimal and conducive to your class schedule. Ready to start working this fall? Apply today! For more information and to apply online, visit our website. Questions? Email: diningapplications@mail.niu.edu.
NIU Recreation is hiring for summer and fall.
Looking for a summer job? NIU Recreation is hiring for several jobs starting this summer and fall.
Huskie Pup Camp Counselors run activities for campers ages 6-12. Hours: Monday-Friday, up to 25 hours a week. Lead counselor positions available. Apply on Huskies Get Hired, or email resume and cover letter to Brandon Knox at bknox@niu.edu by May 1. Find out more at an info meeting 5 p.m. Tuesday, April 18 or 5 p.m. Wednesday, April 26 at the Rec.
Fitness is hiring a Graduate Assistant, Fitness Assistants, Certified Personal Trainers, and Group Fitness Instructors. Apply on Huskies Get Hired, or email resume and cover letter to Brendan Lochbaum at blochbaum1@niu.edu.
Marketing is hiring a Graduate Assistant and undergraduate student designers. Qualified individuals should send a cover letter, resume, two references (work or academic), and digital portfolio link to Lee Ann Gustafson at lgustafson1@niu.edu.
Intramural Sports is hiring Intramural Officials for the fall semester. Email intramurals@niu.edu to apply.
For more information and job descriptions, visit the Recreation employment webpage.
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DeKalb Corn Classic registration now open.
The DeKalb Corn Classic will be held on Sept. 24, 2023. Beginning and ending in Downtown DeKalb, the route takes runners through historical neighborhoods, along the Kishwaukee River via Prairie Park, through NIU's campus and Huskie Stadium and ends in Van Buer Plaza with a post race celebration!
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- Through April 30: Asian American Heritage Month
- Through April 22: Interfraternity Council Tugs
- Monday, April 17: Open Forum for Vice Provost for Academic Affairs - Candidate 1
- Monday, April 17: Huskie Fresh Cooking Class: Southwest Chili Mac registration deadline
- Monday, April 17: Outdoor Adventures: Washington Summer Adventure Info Meeting
- Monday, April 17: Mindfulness and You
- Monday, April 17: Take Back the Night
- Tuesday, April 18: Ellington's: Spanish Meatballs, Gazpacho, Patatas Bravas, Vegan Paella, Flan and Queso de Cabra con Tomate
- Tuesday, April 18: Conference on Undergraduate Research and Engagement
- Tuesday, April 18: Open Forum for Vice Provost for Academic Affairs - Candidate 2
- Tuesday, April 18: Baseball vs Northwestern
- Tuesday, April 18: Bike Service at the Adventure Center
- Tuesday, April 18: Procrastination Café
- Tuesday, April 18: Pup Camp Counselor Info Meeting
- Wednesday, April 19: Open Forum for Vice Provost for Academic Affairs - Candidate 3
- Wednesday, April 19: Baseball vs Illinois State
- Wednesday, April 19: Huskie Pup Camp Info Meeting
- Wednesday, April 19: Outdoor Adventures: Hourly Lagoon Boat Rentals
- Wednesday, April 19: Outdoor Adventures: Weekly Crate Climbing
- Thursday, April 20: Eat what's on your landscape - Innovation Conversation with Chef Sean Sherman
- Thursday, April 20: Objects Worth Keeping
- Thursday, April 20: Student Fulbright Workshop
- Thursday, April 20 through Saturday, April 22: Big Love - NIU School of Theatre and Dance
- Friday, April 21: East Lagoon Restoration Day
- Friday, April 21: Outdoor Adventures: Camp and Cave
- Saturday, April 22: NatureFest
- Saturday, April 22: Northern Illinois Regional History Conference
- Sunday, April 23: Outdoor Adventures: Standup Paddleboard Workshops
- Monday, April 24: Huskie Fresh: Creamy Tuscan Chicken order deadline
- Saturday, April 29: Meet the Collectors: Part II
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"Attending class has been a huge benefit in my NIU learning journey, as it's given me the opportunity to engage with both my professors and my fellow students. There is an emphasis on collaboration and the experience gained by working and discussing concepts with my classmates. Class time has really supported those ideals and provided a safe space to practice collaboration."
Allyson Thompson
Transfer biological sciences and environmental studies double major
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Clear your mental clutter with this spring cleaning meditation
Spring signals growth—a clearing out of the old to make way for the new. It’s a time when many people clean and declutter their physical spaces, but it can also be a great time to clean out our mental space by eliminating the clutter that bogs down our minds.
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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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