Events

Thursday, April 21

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,...

Attention Job Seekers!

Ready to earn extra income, acquire skills for career growth, enjoy a rewarding experience and support the learning and social/emotional well-being of...

Virtual Event
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...

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...

Operating Staff Wants YOU

Deadline for nominations for membership on the Operating Staff Council Elections - NIU - Operating Staff Council

Blackboard

Thursday, April 21, 2022 from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM Location: Online from Blackboard In a world of a million screens,...

8 AM
Virtual Event
Mission in library

Congratulations on your admissions! Do you know what you need to submit to move forward? Join the Director of International Admissions to hear of your next...

9 AM
Virtual Event
Gender and Climate Justice Discussion Panel

Climate change is a threat to human well-being and planetary health, and the impacts of climate change are experienced unevenly. This panel discussion will...

9:30 AM
Virtual Event
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We’ll view and discuss four idea-generating videos that show how psychedelics provide insights into psychotherapy, the neurosciences, religion and...

9:30 AM
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Ellington's: Greek Salad, Kabobs, Rice Pilaf and Brownies

Today's Menu: Greek salad.Beef and chicken kabobs with cucumber yogurt sauce.Falafels.Hummus with pita bread.Rice pilaf with peas and carrots.Olive oil...

Navigate Tabling Event

Tabling event to inform students and spread awareness about Navigate. Our student ambassadors will be able to answer questions and help students download the...

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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Make no mistake, these films are not your average children’s fairy tales. Join us to watch these four foreign directors creatively rework classic tales with...

LinkedIn Photobooth hosted by Institutional Communications

Insititutional Communications is hosting three photobooth sessions during the month of April. Faculty, staff and students are invited and encouraged to take...

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Featuring panels from these agencies: Illinois Dept. of Human ServicesIllinois Dept. of Veterans' AffairsIllinois Dept. of CorrectionsIllinois Dept. of...

1 PM
Virtual Event
Teaching

Thursday, April 21, 2022 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM How do you know if your online course is good? More importantly,...

2 PM
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A man in a blue sweatshirt leans over a floor loom warped with red threads while holding a shuttle wrapped with alternating black and white threads in his left hand.

Join us for a viewing and discussion of the documentary, How to Jaspe, featuring K'iche' Maya weavers of two different cooperatives based in San Miguel...

Climate Solutions & What We Can Do Discussion Panel

How can NIU be part of the solution to climate change and climate justice. Speakers: Bryan Flowers (RIPS), Courtney Gallaher (EAE, CSWGS), Colin Kuehl...

3 PM
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Faculty Awards Celebration

Please make plans to join your colleagues in congratulating the newly named Board of Trustees Professors; Presidential Teaching Professors; Presidential...

Innovation Conversation - Climate justice & solutions panel

Celebrating Earth Day by hosting a climate justice & solutions panel featuring: Dr. Colin Kuehl, who teaches courses on environmental policy, international...

2022 IFC Tugs

Tugs is an annual spring competition hosted by IFC that is similar to tug of war. With over half-a-century history, NIU's version of tugs differs from...

Biological Sciences Graduate Colloquium - Dr. Heather Bergan-Roller

Dr. Heather Bergan-Roller, Assistant Professor at Northern Illinois University will give a seminar as part of her promotion to Associate Professor....

71 North Partnership Studio

Northwestern Mutual is taking up residence in the heart of campus, where the leading financial services company hopes to boost its university presence and...

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...

Podium with mic

Come learn more about the political science major and our clubs. Meet POLS faculty and students. April 21, 2022 5-7PM Mock Trial - Model U.N. - Model...

A Minute to Win It

A Minute to Win It event with multiple games that have to be done in less than 60 seconds and team competition. Hosted by John Henrik Clarke Honor Society....

Empowerment Showcase

An event for all students to showcase what talent or activity empowers them.

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...

School of Art and Design Graduate Colloquium - Virtual Lecture

Mr. James Kao, Artist, will give a lecture entitled "A Presentation of the Artisticpractice of James Kao".

Take Back the Night

Join Safe Passage and the community for a Take Back the Night event that will raise awareness for sexual assault and for survivors. A march and stories will...

Understanding Your Financial Aid Offer Notification

Join us for a walkthrough of your financial aid offer notification. This presentation will help you interpret the financial aid offer, estimate costs, and...

6 PM
Virtual Event
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...

CANCELED-Seven Ages of Man -- An Avalon String Quartet Commission

"All the world's a stage, And all the men and women merely players; They have their exits and their entrances, And one man in his time plays many parts, His...

Department of Operations Management and Information Systems Graduate Colloquium - Lecture

Mr. Nick Cepeda, Senior Marketing Insights Analyst at The Walt Disney will give a lecture entitled "The Eyes and Ears of Disney Parks Marketing Analytics".

moonlight paddle

Join us for a moonlit guided canoe paddle on the East Lagoon. Included in registration is boat rental, PFD, paddle and instruction. All ages. Each canoe can...

Thursday, April 21