Events

Thursday, April 14

Asian American Heritage Month

April is Asian American Heritage Month. The Asian American Resources Center and partners across campus have planned a variety of events throughout the month,...

Decorative. Color photo of coyote in snow.

For the past 10 or more years, Michael Day (professor of English and director of the First-year Composition Program) has walked along the Kishwaukee River...

Call for Candidates - Operating Staff Council

The NIU Operating Staff Council has six (6) vacancies on the Council to fill this year. All six (6) vacancies will be for three-year terms, starting July 1,...

Mind Body Bingo Card

During the month of April, complete the Mind and Body Bingo card to win prizes. Mark 5 squares in a row to win a "Bingo" and receive an NIU Rec Blender...

Northern Illinois University Women's Track and Field vs Mt. SAC Relays

Northern Illinois University Women's Track and Field vs Mt. SAC Relays https://niuhuskies.com/calendar.aspx?id=15585

Voices of Belonging Exhibit

Voices of Belonging is an interactive audio exhibit that aims to deepen our communiversity understanding of belonging and othering by exploring lived...

Mission in library

Congratulations on your admissions. Do you know what you need to submit to move forward? Join The Graduate School staff as well as the Director of...

9 AM
Virtual Event
You’ve been admitted as an International Graduate Student, now what’s next?

Thursday, April 14, 2022 from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM Congratulations on your admissions. Do you know what you need to...

Electronic Requisitions Training

The paper process for entering requisitions has changed to an electronic process for NIU business unit transactions. This training session will show you how...

9:30 AM
Virtual Event
NIU shield

This four-session class will introduce attendees to an assortment of Abe Lincoln’s friends, family members and political associates. Most pre-date his time...

P2PO Requester Training

The P2PO system used for creating, submitting and approving requisitions is fully operational. Requester training is for those individuals who will be...

9:30 AM
Virtual Event
student at job fair

Explore exciting career opportunities in the hospitality industry. Please bring a resume and references. This event is free and open to the public. Light...

Supportive Professional Staff Council

The Council meets on the second Thursday of each month from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. All SPS personnel are welcome to attend any meeting. All meetings are...

Trauma-Informed Practice Series

This new virtual training resource will focus on how trauma manifests itself in those who are racially marginalized. The three-part series will focus on...

10 AM
Virtual Event
Active Bystander Intervention Workshop for Employees

Contribute to creating a safe and respectful workplace environment where we can all thrive. Gain tools to safely address and stop workplace harassment and...

11 AM
Virtual Event
Ellington's: Caesar Salad, Chicken Marsala, Lasagna and Cheesecake Trifle

Today's Menu: Caesar salad.Chicken marsala.Cheese lasagna.Garlic mashed potatoes.Broccoli rabe with Tuscan crumbs.Garlic bread.Cheesecake trifle.Ellington's...

Japanese Shubukai Dance Concert

The dance troupe Shubukai continues the legacy of the Fujima School of Japanese classical dance (Nihon buyō), which is closely tied to kabuki dance...

Biennial NIU School of Art and Design Faculty Art Show

EXTENDED THROUGH MAY 14 (Closed during NIU Spring Break March 13-20) Shown every two years, this invitational exhibit features recent artwork and...

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Instructor: Susan Walsh Learn the value of a strategic employee engagement plan and how to set it up for success: Creating a business caseImplementing...

12 PM
Virtual Event
Using LinkedIn Every Day Workshop

The five things you should do every day to make the most of LinkedIn. To follow along in the workshop, participants should create a LinkedIn account in...

12 PM
Virtual Event
NIU shield

Many southerners have written histories of the U.S. Civil War. The results of their works were generally celebrations of the sacrifices by the soldiers in...

Innovation Conversation - The World of crypto, NFT's and the blockchain

Have you invested in crypto currency? What is an NFT and how do I make money with it? How will blockchain technology help consumers with the issue of...

3 PM
Virtual Event
 Biological Sciences Graduate Colloquium - Dr. Greg Sandland

Dr. Greg Sandland, Associate Professor from University of Wisconsin - La Crosse will give a seminar entitled TBD. This seminar is part of the Biological...

Department of Biological Sciences Graduate Colloquium - Seminar

Dr. Gregory Sandland, Professor at University of Wisconsin-La Crosse will give a seminar entitled "Assessing the Roles that Species Invasions Play in...

Huskie Food Pantry

The Huskie Food Pantry is open to all NIU students at the Chick Evans Field House. Students should bring their OneCards. Entrance into the Food Pantry is...

Songkran - Thai New Year celebration

Learn to make Thai New Year decorations, win prizes in our trivia game, and take pictures at our photobooth from 5 – 6:30 p.m. in the Lobby of the NIU Music...

CEET Diversity Ball

Enjoy music, snacks and beverages as we celebrate the many multicultural organizations that make NIU a dynamic place to live, learn and work. Open to...

Yoga students in class

Are you feeling stressed out? You are not alone! Clear your head with us as we focus on breathing, relaxation, and calming the body. This class...

Working out on a step

Who knew stepping could be so fun? We did! You will not want to miss out on this one. In this class, you will improve your cardiovascular health along...

Thai Music Concert

Officially offered as an ensemble first time in NIU since 2019, Thai music ensemble, under the direction of Prof. Chamni Sripraram, is a new addition to the...

The Way We Talk Film Screening and Q&A

Hosted by the University's National Stuttering Association - DeKalb chapter. Watch a documentary by Michael Turner about the personal and emotional aspects...

6:30 PM
Virtual Event
MFA/BFA Actor Showcase - School of Theatre and Dance

The Meisner-based, classically trained actors of the NIU School of Theatre and Dance present contemporary scenes and monologues in this free showcase. The...

NIU Jazz Orchestra

Tickets may only be obtained at: https://niumusic.universitytickets.com/ Reggie Thomas, director Viva Blue by David Bixler United by Wayne Shorter, arr....

Thursday, April 14