Events

Tuesday, February 21

Black Heritage Month

Join us in celebrating Black Heritage Month at NIU with a range of fun and educational events and activities throughout February. See full event calendar

CURE Registration Open for Presenters and Judges

Conference on Undergraduate Research and Engagement (CURE) Registration Information All CURE presenters must register by March 10, 2023. NIU faculty,...

Virtual Event
NIU Recreation: Mind-Body Bingo

During the month of February, complete the Mind-Body Bingo card to win prizes. Mark 5 squares in a row to win an NIU Rec Blender Bottle. Complete all...

Introductory Commercial Card Training

Required training session for cardholders, transaction approvers and proxies who wish to participate in the Commercial Card Program at NIU. Please email...

9 AM
Virtual Event
University Writing Center (UWC) Open

Free, in-person and online tutoring is available to all NIU students and staff at the University Writing Center (UWC). You can schedule appointments at least...

Cultural Models at Work Part 1: How Mental Models Influence our Efforts to be Inclusive

Tuesday, February 21, 2023 from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM Location: Microsoft TEAMS Cultural models are mental models that serve important functions to...

10 AM
Virtual Event
KNPE Career Day

KNPE Students: Looking for a job or an internship? Of course you are – and the Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education has you covered. Our first...

Teaching

Tuesday, February 21, 2023 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM Students in an online course need feedback early and often,...

11 AM
Virtual Event
Dried pasta and veggies with the word "Ellington's" written on a wood-grain background.

Today's menu has a Cajun/New Orleans theme. Enjoy: Shrimp étouffée.Vegetable étouffée.Cajun rice.Cajun roasted vegetables.Louisiana sunburst salad.New...

Faculty and Staff Pickup Basketball

Join with other NIU faculty and staff for pickup basketball over lunch, every Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday at the Recreation Center. All ages and skill...

Dissertation Defense - Tracy Ash

"DeKalb County's Historically Underrepresented Rural Students and Barriers to College." Dr. Xiaodan Hu

1 PM
Virtual Event
The Wasowicz Networking Circle – Open Lab Hours

Come to the De La Vega Innovation Lab (Barsema Hall - 204) during open lab hours to work through the design thinking process (Empathize, Define, Ideate,...

Office 365 PowerPoint Training

The session will cover topics such as: basic terminology, creating a simple presentation, using animation, and recording a presentation.

1:30 PM
Virtual Event
Asian American Studies Spring Lecture Series

"African American and Asian American Relations: Historical Snapshots of Racial Discord and Amity" Led by Stanley Arnold, PhD and Taylor Atkins, PhD Dr....

Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry Graduate Colloquium - Lecture

Dr. Frederick Stull, Professor at Western Michigan University will give lecture entitle "TBD".

Diversity Reverse Career Fair

The Diversity Reverse Career Fair is a great chance for students and diversity-focused student organizations to network with employers that are committed to...

¡Pintameee!

¡Pintameeee!🎨 Come have fun and unwind with the Latino Resource Center! Freestyle painting session. Tuesday Feb. 21; 4-6pm at the Latino Center. All...

AARC OHANA Series: International Mother Language Day

Coordinated by: Khadija Sadia, Graduate Student, and Maria Sofia, Student Leader. February 21 is International Mother Language Day. This day was recognized...

AARC OHANA Series: Manzanar: Japanese Incarceration Camp and Paper Crane Activity

Coordinated by: Zoe Bragas, AARC Peer Academic Coach, and student participants of the 2022 AARC Manzanar Trip. Educate students about Executive Order 9066...

NEDAW 2023: Mindful Cooking Class: Chicken Caprese Pasta

National Eating Disorder Awareness Week 2023 presents.... Mindful Cooking with Chicken Caprese Pasta In recognition of National Eating Disorder Awareness...

Procrastination Café

Interested in getting your work done? Come to our Procrastination Café, a focused space for you to set your own goals and complete those assignments you've...

NIU Esports: Valorant Pick Up Games

Unleash your tactical skills in our Valorant pick-up games! Join us for fast-paced action, friendly competition, and the chance to lead your team to victory....

Northern Illinois University Men's Basketball at Ohio

Northern Illinois University Men's Basketball at Ohio TV: ESPN+ Streaming Video:...

Tuesday, February 21