Since 2009, nearly 60 NIU students have traveled to Washington D.C. to participate in a program that gives them the opportunity to spend more than...

NIU strives to empower students through educational excellence. Our academic advisors are a key component, and with that in mind, the Office of the Executive...

“Everyone learns in a different way. It’s a matter of working with each student and seeing what benefits them the most. Sometimes, students just need...

A household name in Northern Illinois University’s proud history will be a central topic of a course being taught on campus this semester. NIU’s vice...

“My advisor is amazing. She has helped me a lot and made things easier to understand. I really appreciate what she’s done and I’m excited...

Janice Hamlet, associate vice provost for Faculty Mentoring and Diversity at NIU, was recently appointed to the Committee on Faculty Affairs (CFA) for the Association...

NIU Career Services‘ All-Majors Internship and Job Fair is an opportunity for students, alumni and community members to connect with employers for internships and full-time,...

The first week of class provides an opportunity for faculty to create an environment where students feel comfortable and excited to be a part of...

As generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) quickly evolves, it is important to stay informed about the latest advancements and how they impact teaching practice. A recent...

New for the 2024-25 academic year, NIU is implementing the Enriching the Design of General Education (EDGE) initiative to promote and support excellence in general...

NIU’s Office of Community College Initiatives collaborates with university and external partners to optimize your experience as a Huskie. In addition to resources and support,...

FirstGen Forward, formerly the Center for First-generation Student Success, recently announced Northern Illinois University as one of 80 new members of the FirstGen Forward Network for 2024-25....