Events

Wednesday, August 17

Department and college faculty meetings (Fall 2022)

Department and college faculty meetings (Fall 2022)

Form I-9 Section 2 deadline for student employees with a 8/16 start date

All newly hired student employees and GAs with a start date of Aug. 16 must report to one of the following locations on Aug. 16 (or by Aug. 18 at the latest)...

New Student Move-In Fall 2022

New students move-in days are Wednesday, Aug. 17 and Thursday, Aug. 18. New residents are required to register for a move-in appointment to be allowed entry...

Week of Welcome

NIU’s Week of Welcome (WOW) is Wednesday, Aug. 17 through Sunday, Aug. 21. Expect a balance of fun and friendly events with exclusive learning experiences....

Financial Aid & Scholarship Office Hours

It is important to get your questions regarding your financial aid and scholarships answered as soon as you can! Get to know the friendly staff in the...

Northern Illinois University logo

Participate in the Week of Welcome scavenger hunt to discover services, spaces, and resources to support you at NIU and you could win a Week of Welcome...

Bowling and Pool at the Huskie Den

Kick off your on-campus Week of Welcome (WOW) experience by having some fun in the Huskie Den. This week only, you can stop by to enjoy complimentary...

Students studying

As part of your onboarding experience during WOW (Week of Welcome), we will have orientation student leaders available in the College Grind to assist you in...

Meet Victor E.!

Welcome, new Huskies - we are happy you are here! As you arrive to campus, be sure to stop by and take a selfie with NIU's very own mascot, Victor E.!

Campus Life Building Open House

The Campus Life Building houses many student service offices, all who are dedicated to providing support and opportunities for student success. Complete a...

Dissertation Defense - Adam Gregory

"Factors Contributing to College Counselors' Likelihood to Take a Client's Sexual History." Dr. Adam Carter and Dr. Peitao Zhu

12 PM
Virtual Event
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The CHANCE team are excited to welcome students to check out their space in the Campus Life Building. CHANCE supports our students in navigating the...

Cookies and Careers

NIU’s Career Services team are here for all our new and returning Huskies to help you connect your academic achievements to your classroom and career-related...

Huskie Bookstore Shopping

Get a jump on the semester by stopping by the Huskie Bookstore during Week of Welcome (WOW). Stop in and pick up your course materials, required textbooks...

Students in cafe

Join your fellow Orientation Student Leaders as they take your burning questions about what to expect during WOW (Week of Welcome), first day of classes, and...

Mentor Protégé Activity Day & Bonfire

This event will bring together all mentors and protégés under AARC’s Peer Mentor Program. Games and recreation are geared towards building a healthy...

E-Sports Open House

Week of Welcome (WOW) is all about making NIU your home away from home. Esports does just that for video gaming enthusiasts who are interested in living...

Sweet Victor E.!

Calling all new Huskies - come find Victor E.! The first 25 students who can find him at the designated location will win a NIU bucket hat!

Jump Start Your First Semester - Trivia Style

Calling all Trivia enthusiasts! Sharpen up on your general knowledge of NIU and campus life to help prepare you for your first semester at NIU. There will be...

Make and Take: Air Plants

Keep calm and plant on! Join your fellow Huskies for an evening of fun while making your own air plant to set a peaceful environment and purify the air while...

campfire

Kick off your first night on campus with a campfire at the West Lagoon (Lorusso Lagoon), located by Stevenson North. Enjoy a relaxing atmosphere with a...

Wednesday, August 17