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I want to thank Amy Deegan at the Center for Innovative Teaching and Learning for going above and beyond to streamline the travel reimbursement process. She put a lot of thought into making it fair, easy, and without delay. Thank

On the final day of exams, I was in need of a quick snack as my blood sugar was dropping. If I couldn’t stay focused for my test, I risked ruining my perfect 4.0 GPA. I ran up to the

Heather is such a warm person in the office. She brights the office with her smiles and knows how to comfort just about any student that walks into the office. She is a wonderful coworker who should be recognized for

As another year of teaching, learning, scholarship and service comes to a close, please know that it has been a true privilege to serve as your acting dean – and that I am honored and humbled to continue doing so

Ask Ania Tyrka why she wants to become a teacher, and she immediately smiles and points right at 10-year-old Anthony. “This little guy – my son,” said Tyrka, a “mom, homemaker and wife” who also credits 12-year-old daughter, Zosia, for

Eighty NIU students have gained a vivid understanding of the lives of people who are blind or visually disabled, thanks to a new course in the Department of Special and Early Education. SEVI 205/505: The Blindness Experience, an eight-week, 3-credit

Leah Stroobants, who is a cultural engagement specialist and a member of the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin, joined NIU students, faculty and staff in exploring the culture, traditions and contributions of the Oneida Nation. The event was sponsored by the

Quiana Jones said she and fellow members of NIU’s Public Health Advisory Committee (PHAC) had an idea about creating a campus-wide event to celebrate National Public Health Week. Months later, the program coordinator of NIU’s master’s in public health (MPH)

The Center for Innovative Teaching and Learning (CITL) congratulates Therese Clarke Arado and Susan Bowers, the 2024 winners of the Excellence in Online Teaching Award. Arado is deputy director of the Law Library and professor in the College of Law.

We are excited to host our 19th Annual Golf Outing!  Alumni and friends are invited to join us to help close the course and raise The post NIU Law to Host 19th Annual Golf Outing on June 21 appeared first

The Northern Illinois University Law Review will host its 2024 Symposium on “The Impact of ESG on the Business and Legal Environment” on Friday, April 12 The post NIU Law Review to Host Symposium on ESG on 4/12 appeared first on

NIU Law will host its 30th Annual Francis X. Riley Lecture on Professionalism on Friday, April 5 from 5-6 pm at the NIU College of Law.  The post NIU Law to Host Riley Lecture, Deans’ Wall Unveiling and PILS Auction on

The power of a determined, resilient mindset — eager to learn from failure — is an indispensable key to success in any endeavor. That was The post 2012 CEET graduate Holly Reichard is spring awards ceremony keynote appeared first on

The Huskie Hypermilers finished ninth at the Shell Eco-marathon Americas 2024, clocking in at the equivalent of 5,640 miles per gallon. The performance was good The post Huskie Hypermilers in top 10 at Shell Eco-marathon Americas appeared first on College

Jifu Tan, an associate professor of mechanical engineering in the NIU College of Engineering and Engineering Technology, has been awarded a Faculty Early Career Development The post Tan earns NSF CAREER Grant appeared first on College of Engineering and Engineering

By Grace Flannery Our NIU College of Business Executive Master in Business Administration (EMBA) program ended its semester with words of wisdom from a special The post Jocelyn Moore, ’99, MBA ’09, Shares Benefits of Embracing Diversity and a Growth

Last month’s De la Vega Innovation Lab pitch competition participants met with alumni and campus partners in a speed-networking-style event where they were able to The post Mentor Roundtables Help Students Perfect Pitches appeared first on College of Business.

In April, the NIU Department of Marketing celebrated outstanding students with an awards luncheon in Barsema Hall’s auditorium. “We have an incredible group of students The post Department of Marketing Awards Honor Incredible Efforts of Students appeared first on College

Current Timesheets Reminders REMINDER: As changes are made to departmental duties, please remember to contact HRS Payroll when the primary or secondary approvers for payroll processing in your area are changed. Payroll deadlines for June (June 3 and 17) will both

Effective May 6, 2024 the following form is now available via the new online workflow toolkit, Kuali Build. Retiree Tuition Waiver HRS aims to enhance accessibility and streamline processes by making these forms available through Kuali. Additionally, we plan to

Effective May 6, 2024 the following form is now available via the new online workflow toolkit, Kuali Build. Tuition Waiver for Survivors of Deceased Employees HRS aims to enhance accessibility and streamline processes by making these forms available through Kuali.

Human Resource Services (HRS) is pleased to announce that from May 16 to August 15, student employees and graduate assistants can be hired to work The post Hours Limits Removed for Summer Employment of Student Workers and Graduate Assistants appeared

The National Science Foundation (NSF) issued several important policy changes with the NEW Proposal & Award Policies and Procedures Guide (PAPPG) that will take effect The post Important Changes for NSF Proposals and Awards Coming May 20, 2024 appeared first

The federal government recently approved new F&A (also known as indirect cost) rates for federal sponsored programs at Northern Illinois University. Sponsored Programs (SPA) will The post New F&A Rates for NIU Sponsored Programs appeared first on Sponsored Projects Administration.

Traditional grading methods typically revolve around meeting specific criteria to obtain a grade. For instance, the conventional 0-100% scale aligned with the A-F system is The post Equitable, non-traditional grading first appeared on Center for Innovative Teaching and Learning. The

NIU is proud to be partnering with Illinois public higher education institutions to offer the first Illinois Online Higher Education Symposium, bringing together thought leaders The post Call for proposals for Illinois Online Higher Education Symposium first appeared on Center

The following update was shared by Jason Rhode, associate vice provost for Teaching, Learning, and Digital Education, at the Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, and Personnel The post Supporting AI Use for Teaching and Learning first appeared on Center for Innovative

We invite you to submit an application of interest for potential inclusion in NIU’s upcoming IBHE Illinois Cooperative Work Study (ICWS) Grant Application. Though we The post IBHE Internship Grant Opportunity first appeared on Center for Nonprofit and NGO Studies.

Established in 2020 at the height of the pandemic, 40TUDE was created to respond to the needs of businesses and nonprofits that were struggling. Initially, The post Nonprofit Assistance Available first appeared on Center for Nonprofit and NGO Studies. The

Experiential learning is an engaged learning process whereby students “learn by doing” and by reflecting on the experience. The Center for Nonprofit & NGO Studies The post Experiential Philanthropy Program in the Center for Nonprofit and NGO Studies first appeared

CSEAS is Hiring! The Center for Southeast Asian Studies anticipates having 3 GA positions for the 2024-25 academic year. We are still awaiting news of

CSEAS Spring Lecture Series Nan Yamprai  Head of Music Library, Northern Illinois University “Uncovering Franco-Siamese Music Diplomacy in the Seventeenth Century” Friday, March 29, noon

Now accepting applications for three fiscal year 2024 grant and fellowship competitions! The International and Foreign Language Education (IFLE) office of the U.S. Department of

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our Virtual Faculty Book Exhibit, showcasing a diverse range of publications from Northern Illinois University (NIU) faculty members released in 2023. This exhibit celebrates the scholarly achievements of our faculty and provides

The NIU Libraries have selected Dr. Muzakki Bashori as the recipient of the 2024 Pick/Laudati Southeast Asia Fellowship. The fellow visits the NIU Libraries for two weeks, conducting research using our unique Southeast Asia collections. Dr. Bashori is a faculty

Library Weekly News 4/22/24 The post Library Weekly News 4/22 appeared first on NIU Libraries.

More With Us is an annual scholarship competition, awards are $500 each – visit their website for application and award details: More With Us Deadline to apply: June 30, 2024 This scholarship opportunity is not provided or selected by the

The Elmhurst Garden Club is offering a scholarship for current college/university students. Qualifications include: Resident of the State of Illinois College sophomores or juniors majoring in one of the following areas of study, and to students who are preparing for

In spring 2024, the University Honors Program partnered with the Alumni Association again to offer honors students the opportunity to test drive a career and The post Spring 2024 Honors Job Shadow Experience appeared first on University Honors Program.

At the end of the spring semester, students from Dr. Borre’s Honors Seminar, “You are What you Eat; You Eat What you Are: Migration and The post Spring 2024 Honors Seminar Highlight: HON 420 appeared first on University Honors Program.

The annual Conference on Undergraduate Research and Engagement (CURE), hosted by the Office of Student Engagement and Experiential Learning (OSEEL) was held on April 30, The post CURE Awards Announced appeared first on University Honors Program.

By Kendall Hampton, OERD Graduate Research Assistant At NIU, community engagement isn’t just a buzzword; it’s a fundamental ethos baked into nearly every aspect of... The post Meaningfully Messy: Understanding Community Engaged Courses appeared first on Northern Illinois University -

What does community engagement look like? For Professor of Dance Paula Frasz, it looks like designing dances that mirror her students, their experiences and the... The post Engagement Spotlight: Meet Paula Frasz, 2021 Presidential Engagement and Partnerships Professor appeared first

In 2023, NIU’s Edible Campus program broke ground on more than 100 raised beds throughout campus as well as the 5,000-square-foot Anderson Market Garden. One... The post NIU Edible Campus springs into a new growing season appeared first on Northern

University Libraries has launched a Virtual Faculty Book Exhibit, showcasing a diverse range of publications from NIU faculty members released in 2023. This exhibit celebrates... The post Virtual Faculty Book Exhibit appeared first on Academic Affairs.

The 2024 Conference on Undergraduate Research and Engagement (CURE) was a big success, featuring 172 presentations from 245 student presenters. The Office of Student Engagement and Experiential Learning hosted... The post CURE awards honor students and faculty mentors appeared first on Academic Affairs.

During commencement ceremonies this weekend, Cassie Lopez Almanza, who says she has her sights set on becoming a medical doctor, will be among the very... The post Zero debt at graduation—NIU program keeps its Rockford Promise appeared first on Academic