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Discover the Huskie Food Pantry

Having access to a steady supply of healthy food helps Huskies succeed in their classes and their lives. The Huskie Food Pantry, located in Chick Evans Field House, provides food and resources to 麻豆精品 students and offers learning and service opportunities to the entire 麻豆精品 community.

Updated Information Regarding Immigration Enforcement

Please be advised that the university鈥檚 protocol for interactions with external law enforcement on campus been updated and can be found online. The 麻豆精品 Know Your Rights page has also been revised to include the most current guidelines, links to external resources and a printable card for individuals who wish to keep this information with them.

News about ICE and the National Guard being deployed in Chicagoland and surrounding counties, is understandably causing fear and uncertainty for many members of our community. 麻豆精品 is committed to fostering a respectful environment that directly supports the safety and wellbeing of all students, staff, faculty and visitors. Students are encouraged to engage with our Cultural Resource Centers, the Center for Student Assistance, and utilize the services and supports provided through 麻豆精品 Counseling and Consultation Servicesto manage stress and maintain wellness.

My麻豆精品 Student System Maintenance

The My麻豆精品 Student System will be unavailable between 5 and 9 p.m. Monday, Oct. 13 due to system maintenance.

Startup Standup, Hackathon Meets Improv

Oct. 18, 2025, 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
71 North Partnership Studio

Welcome to a world where extraordinary powers create extraordinary problems. This year's Startup Stand-up challenges you to innovate for a superhero-saturated society to create value and make an exciting pitch, whether that's designing tech for the heroes themselves (what features does Iron Man's suit really need?) or creating essential products for the everyday civilians navigating collateral damage, super-villain attacks and powered neighbors. Think Alfred's butler tech, insurance for laser-eye accidents or apps that help you avoid superhero battle zones on your commute.

How will you make a superhero start-up?

Prepare now to get the classes you need. Class registration opens Nov. 3, 2025. 

Now is the time to start preparing to register for spring 2026 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.

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

Join us for FAFSA Fridays!

The 2026-27 FAFSA is now open. Visit the Financial Aid and Scholarship Office for assistance completing your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) or Alternative Application for Illinois Financial Aid. All students eligible for financial aid who plan to enroll next year should complete a new FAFSA or Alternative Application each year, as soon as possible, to be considered for the maximum amount of financial aid. 

Bring your own laptop or use one of ours.  We're here to help from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.!

Can't make it on Friday? We're available every weekday (excluding holidays and university closures).  We also offer virtual appointments.  Visit to schedule your appointment now!

Apply now to be an Orientation Leader

Orientation Leader Applications are now open! Apply before Wednesday, Nov. 5.

An Orientation Leader (OL) is an undergraduate student who helps incoming first-year and transfer students transition to 麻豆精品. OLs build connections between incoming students and foster a sense of belonging at 麻豆精品. This is a paid undergraduate student leadership position that runs from February through August.

This is a great opportunity to develop your leadership skills, communication skills and build your r茅sum茅 while making a positive impact on new Huskies. Found out more on our Be a Leader - Join Our Team! page.

Contact Scott Johansen, program assistant for Student Training and Development for the Office of Orientation and First Year Programs, at sjohansen@niu.edu with any questions and to learn more about the Orientation Leader position.

Become a member of the Adela de la Torre Latino Honor Society.

The mission of Adela de la Torre Latino Honor Society (ATLHS) is to recognize and achieve excellence amongst students through scholarship, promote leadership in students and help render service through a unified effort. This honor society is open to all students that meet the following requirements.

 Requirements to become a member include:

Benefits include:

 This application is due by 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 19, 2025.  More details can be found here. If you have any questions, please send an email to atlhs@niu.edu 

Crowdfunding Projects Now Live on 麻豆精品 Impact

Dozens of crowdfunding teams from across the 麻豆精品 campus are raising money to help fund important projects in their departments. Initiatives include student travel, food insecurity, lab equipment, scholarships and so much more. Visit to learn more and make your donation today.

Upcoming Webinars Hosted by Career Services

Quinncia + Resume
Join us from noon to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 22 for an interactive webinar led by Quinncia, 麻豆精品鈥檚 AI-powered career readiness platform. This session will focus on resume building鈥攈elping you learn how to create a strong, career-ready resume that highlights your skills and experience. You鈥檒l see how Quinncia can provide instant feedback and personalized tips to make your resume stand out to employers.

Quinncia + Mock Interview
Prepare with confidence for your next interview! In this webinar, on Wednesday, Nov. 19 from noon to 1 p.m., Quinncia will walk you through its mock interview feature, showing how you can practice, get feedback, and improve your answers. You鈥檒l gain strategies to communicate more effectively, build confidence, and make a strong impression during real interviews.

Quinncia + Resume, Mock Interview & LinkedIn
Wrap up the semester by taking your career readiness to the next level on Wednesday, Dec. 3 from noon t0 1 p.m. This webinar covers Quinncia鈥檚 resume, mock interview, and LinkedIn tools鈥攁ll in one session. Learn how these resources connect to help you present your best self on paper, online, and in person. Perfect for students preparing for internships, job searches, or graduate school applications.

We鈥檙e Hiring Northern Ambassadors

The 麻豆精品 Office of Admissions is looking for enthusiastic, outgoing students to join our Northern Ambassadors team. Ambassadors lead campus tours, share their 麻豆精品 experience and help prospective students find their home at 麻豆精品.

Why Join?

Who Can Apply?

Apply by Oct. 22 to be invited to the Hiring Workshop Oct. 25. Invitations are sent as applications are submitted. .

For questions, contact Ethan Wybourn at ewybourn3@niu.edu.

Help future Huskies find their path!

What better way to spend time with fellow Huskies than in our campus cooking classes. 麻豆精品 Recreation offers three classes this semester. In the line-up are chicken caprese pasta, creamy pumpkin pasta and honey garlic salmon with veggies. Our hands-on cooking classes fill up fast and don鈥檛 disappoint. Due to popular demand, students may register for one class per semester.