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Prepare now to get the classes you need.

Summer and Fall 2023 Class Registration begins April 3. 

Now is the time to start preparing to register for summer and fall 2023 classes. Read the tips below and learn when to register and how to register for classes. 

 

1. If you have not met with your advisor, do so. They are here to help you.

• It鈥檚 important to stay on track to graduation and your advisor is here to help ensure you are heading in the right direction. 
• Remote advising is available. Options for remote advising could include virtual video conferences, phone calls, 麻豆精品 emails or IM chats. Schedule an advising appointment through by clicking Appointments and selecting the "Advising" service, or contact your academic advising office to learn more about your options. 
• Come prepared to your meeting with any concerns that you have. Your advisor can help answer your questions and point you to available resources. 

2. Log in to My麻豆精品 and Navigate Student.

• In , you can check your enrollment date鈥攖he date and time you are able to register for classes. 
• In , you can see a list of important, time-sensitive To-Do items related to class registration. You can also schedule an appointment with your academic advisor through Navigate Student by click on Appointments and selecting the "Advising" service. 
• In both My麻豆精品 and Navigate Student, you can see any holds on your account that may prevent you from registering for classes. Learn more about holds on student accounts. 

Whether living in a residence hall or an apartment, living with others requires open communication and mutual respect. Visit the Student Life website for a few tips to help improve your roommate experience and resources available to help resolve any conflict that may arise.

Have an idea for a Homecoming event? Apply for a Homecoming Grant!

Do you have an idea for a homecoming event that you would like to see on campus, or want to enhance an existing homecoming event? The Homecoming Executive Committee invites all students, faculty, staff, alumni and community members to submit formal proposals for review! Proposals will be selected, and awarded up to $500 each, based on need and available funding. The deadline for submissions is April 14, 2023.

Notices

Campus Dining would love your feedback!

We value your feedback and look forward to the opportunity to grow from it. If you鈥檙e able to take a moment to complete a brief survey regarding your most recent experience at one of our or locations, we would greatly appreciate it. Thank you in advance.

 

Undergraduate research funding available.

Are you looking to get paid to do research? The Office of Student Engagement and Experiential Learning supports a culture of undergraduate research by offering two funding opportunities: the Student Engagement Fund (SEF) and the Research, Engagement and Academic Diversity Grant (READ). Both opportunities allow students to get paid to do research with a faculty member and/or receive project supply and travel funds. This is a great opportunity to work with faculty on campus and get hands-on learning within your field of interest. For more information or to apply visit Undergraduate Research Funding. 

 

Student researchers would like your thoughts on Final Exams.

For over 80% of college students, final exams are seen as the biggest stressor for negatively affecting their mental health, wellbeing and grades. proposes the idea of harmless final exams that would not negatively affect students' grades. You'll be asked to provide your name, year in school, major and two additional questions asking those who oppose harmless final exams their reasoning for doing so and how harmless finals can benefit students at 麻豆精品. The survey should take less that five minutes to complete.

Nutrition and Dietetics Open House

Take your next step in Nutrition and Dietetics. If you want to help people make healthful food and nutrition choices, a bachelor鈥檚 degree in Nutrition, Dietetics and Wellness may be for you. Join us for an in-person open house on Thursday, April 13, between 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Wirtz Hall, Room 308A. Learn more at go.niu.edu/nutrition-dietetics or contact Matt Stark, program coordinator, at mstark2@niu.edu.

 

Open forums scheduled for Assistant Vice Provost for Assessment and Accreditation candidates.

The campus community has the opportunity to participate in a series of in-person openforums where they can meet and ask questions of the finalists for the position of Assistant Vice Provost for Assessment and Accreditation at Northern Illinois University. A Teams link is provided for those unable to attend in-person. Each session will last 60 minutes and all participants, virtual or in person, are encouraged to fill out an evaluation of the candidate which will be sent after each session.

 

The schedule for the forums is as follows:

• - Monday, March 20 at 2 p.m.
• - Tuesday, March 21 at 2 p.m.
• - Wednesday, March 22 at 2 p.m.
• - Friday, March 24 at 2 p.m.

The names of each finalist will be released 48-72 hours before their visit to campus. View more information about the search for the Assistant Vice Provost for Assessment and Accreditation by visiting the Provost鈥檚 Office website.

 

Open forum scheduled for Acting Dean of the College of Education candidate.

The campus community has the opportunity to participate in an where they can meet and ask questions of a candidate for the position of Acting Dean, College of Education. The Open Forum is scheduled Friday, March 24, 2023 in Altgeld Hall Room 315 from 11:00 a.m. to noon. A Zoom link is provided for those unable to attend in-person.

 

Take Me Outside 4H Club

Do you know a student in third through fifth grade in the DeKalb area who loves exploring outdoors? Illinois Master Naturalist Sarah Tobias and Christine Lagattolla are hosting a 4H Spin (special interest) Club. Take Me Outside invites children to use all their senses to explore and discover local nature. The club is offered on Tuesdays from 6 to 7 p.m. starting March 28 for six weeks. This group will meet at a different DeKalb park or forest preserve each week. Co-hosted with Kish Kids Outside, learn more and register at . 

 

B.O.G.O. and Darts at the Bar at the Huskie Den

Huskies, the Bar at the Huskie Den has an enticing new B.O.G.O offer that鈥檚 too good to pass up. Buy one item off the 鈥淪tarters鈥� menu, get one free. The 鈥淪tarters鈥� menu includes mozzarella sticks, jalape帽o poppers, 4 pcs. chicken strips and cheesy fries. Offer valid weekdays from 4 to 6 p.m. on menu items of equal or lesser value. Dining Dollars, Huskie Bucks and debit/credit accepted.

 

For those of you who enjoy a good game of darts, the bar also has a dartboard that you and your friends or colleagues can utilize for free during hours of operation. Just ask for the darts at the counter.

Upcoming Events

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Tip from a Huskie

"I have learned to set a routine. It is crucial to set routines while in college to be successful. Setting aside time for homework, meetings, social time and classes has helped me manage my life much better."

 

Cecelia Haase

Elementary education major

Deadlines

• Sunday, March 26:
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Weekly Wellness Tip

Coping Skills Workshops 

Come join the Counseling & Consultation Services team as we practice and learn skills for coping with the difficult emotions that can arise during stressful times. In this one-hour, virtual workshop, you will learn how to apply specific coping strategies and skills for dealing with life鈥檚 challenges in a healthy way. This event is qualified for Business Passport and Honors Engaged credit!

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