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For centuries, important cultural materials—from books, historical documents and letters to photographs, carvings and paintings—could be stored away, only to be rediscovered at some point in the future. However, as Northern Illinois University Libraries’ Jaime Schumacher points out, many contemporary

Huskies will have the opportunity to showcase their efforts in undergraduate research and other engagement projects during the Conference on Undergraduate Research and Engagement (CURE), which takes place April 25-29, 2022. The five-day event, formerly known as Undergraduate Research and

The Board of Trustees approved the merger of the departments of Geographic and Atmospheric Sciences and Geology and Environmental Geosciences during their Dec. 7 meeting. The new unit, Department of Earth, Atmosphere and Environment, brings together 19 faculty, 50 graduate

As NIU begins another COVID-impacted semester, including an all-virtual start, the charge for College of Education faculty and staff is unmistakable. Students want to belong, Dean Laurie Elish-Piper said Jan. 13 during the spring All-College Meeting, and appreciate visible indications

Terry Borg was a high schooler in his native Livonia, Mich., when he set his compass for a lifetime in public service and international affairs. Fifty years later, his direction remains unchanged. Borg, senior director of the College of Education’s

Do merit-based financial aid programs narrow or widen equity gaps and social mobility in higher education? Xiaodan Hu, assistant professor of Higher Education and Student Affairs, has received $50,000 from the William T. Grant Foundation to explore that question. Collaborating

Dawn Brown Dawn Brown was recently recognized for her passion and ongoing commitment to being an agent for change within the physical therapy profession and higher education. Brown, who earned her bachelor’s and master’s at Northwestern University, was honored by

Liz Shaw, M.S. ’10, has become a national nutrition expert, spokesperson and social media influencer. Even after five years of social media success, referring to herself as an “influencer” is still difficult for Liz Shaw, ‘M.S. ’10. Yet, that is

Stephanie Good moved to the United States from Mexico at age 16. While learning English, she also set a goal of becoming a speech-language pathologist. Now in her first year of NIU’s master’s program, she’s on a mission to let

NIU Law Professor Marc Falkoff, who is also an attorney for Guantánamo detainees, was featured during a radio interview discussing the current state of the The post Prof. Falkoff Discusses Guantánamo Anniversary and Detainees He Represents appeared first on College

David Gallagher (’07) was selected as one of the 2021 Chicago Daily Law Bulletin & Chicago Lawyer’s 40 Under Forty Attorney. The honor recognizes the The post David Gallagher (’07) Named a 2021 CDLB 40 Under Forty Attorney appeared first

Andrew Lothson (’08) was selected as one of the 2021 Chicago Daily Law Bulletin & Chicago Lawyer’s 40 Under Forty. The honor recognizes the most talented young attorneys The post Andrew Lothson (’08) Named a 2021 CDLB 40 Under Forty Attorney appeared first

Save the date of May 6 and plan to be amazed as the College of Engineering and Engineering Technology invites the public to attend its The post Save the Date: May 6 to Explore Innovative Designs On Display at NIU

NIU’s College of Engineering and Engineering Technology (CEET) congratulates two teams that were presented with awards from the Engineering and Technology Alumni Society on Senior The post Innovation and Technology Wins on Senior Design Day appeared first on College of

NIU’s College of Engineering and Engineering Technology (CEET) is excited to announce the beginning of a formal partnership with Collins Aerospace’s Electric Power Systems division The post Collins Aerospace and CEET Embark in Formal Partnership appeared first on College of

Hometown: Elgin, IL Year: Expected graduation: 2022 Major: Accountancy Transfer from: Elgin Community College What scholarships did you receive and why did you receive them? How has the financial The post Students of NIU Business: Fatima Cruz appeared first on College of Business.

The following story on the Department of Management course “Creativity, Innovation and Entrepreneurship” as taught by Management Professor Furkan Gur appears in the Winter 2022 The post Shark-like focus on the entire gamut of business experiences in Department of Management

The following story on how marketing and operations management alumnus Orlando Bowen crossed career boundaries to become a difference maker appears in the Winter 2022 The post Cross career boundaries: Difference-maker Orlando Bowen, from NIU to pro-football player to social

Changes Made The information packet and forms packet have been updated and combined into one comprehensive packet. This packet includes detailed information about the program, including rights and responsibilities involving the claim process, along with the required forms to be

The following is an annual advisory notice for employees summarizing university procedures for severe weather and employee responsibility for attendance when significant weather conditions arise. University Operations During Winter Weather Conditions Over the winter months, weather conditions can develop which

New Form The form to request access to the HireRight application is now available. HireRight Access Request Form The post HireRight Access Request (New Form) appeared first on Human Resources Services.

Welcome to NIU Multisite Blogs. This is your first post. Edit or delete it, then start blogging! The post Hello world! appeared first on NIU Admin.

This Notice is related to the implementation of NIH Notice NOT-OD-21-073 announcing changes to the Biosketch and Other Support format pages. As of January 25, The post New NIH Biosketch and Other Support Forms as of January 25, 2022 appeared

To match industry standards in digital security, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) is transitioning to use two-factor authentication to log in to eRA Commons. The post NIH Change: Updating to Two-Factor Authentication Begins September 15 appeared first on Sponsored

On June 16, 2021, the National Science Foundation released a matrix to assist PIs in addressing disclosure requirements for proposals and awards. This matrix charts The post NSF Matrix for Required Disclosures appeared first on Sponsored Projects Administration.

Between rigorous classes, assignments and studying, new friends and social events, obligations at home, and extracurricular obligations, managing time in college can be a challenge The post New Progress Tracking Feature in Ultra Course View appeared first on Center for

If you teach an online course, there are a variety of online standards and principles that you need to be aware of and follow, all The post Ensuring Regular and Substantive Interaction in Your Online Teaching appeared first on Center

Now available for NIU students for the spring 2022 semester are new student success tips and tools that offer practical, step-by-step guidance for students on The post Student Success Tips and Tools appeared first on Center for Innovative Teaching and

By Saidouri Zomaya, Graduate Student Assistant in the Center for Nonprofit and NGO Studies New research was just published about university student volunteering. If you The post Myths and Misconceptions About University Student Volunteering appeared first on Center for Nonprofit

By Dr. Alicia Schatteman Mr. F. Emerson Andrews was an author, foundation consultant, and former president of the Foundation Center in New York according to The post The Season of Philanthropy: Jane Addams and the Philanthropic Enterprise appeared first on

By Dr. Alicia Schatteman, Director of the Center for Nonprofit and NGO Studies There are many options to work with NIU students to assist nonprofit The post Nonprofit Collaboration Opportunities with NIU Students appeared first on Center for Nonprofit and

Hi Huskies, Welcome back from break and happy new year! I hope you had a relaxing break and ready to get started this semester! Here The post January 18th, 2022 Student Organization Weekly E-Mail appeared first on Student Involvement.

Student Organization Leaders,    The Spring 2022 semester is around the corner! We are so excited start a new semester filled with student involvement. As you may The post Spring 2022 Make Up CODE Workshops appeared first on Student Involvement.

Hey Huskies, Here is your weekly e-mail with all of your student organization news. Make sure to share with your membership! Updates: Transitions for organizations The post December 3rd, 2021 Student Organization Weekly E-Mail appeared first on Student Involvement.

The history behind a Filipino Moro village at the 1904 Louisiana Purchase Exposition is the topic of the newest episode of the Center’s wide-ranging podcast The post Crossroads podcast: Filipino Moros and the selling of a narrative appeared first on

Titik Firawati (Ph.D. political science) has been awarded the 2021–22 Clark and Arlene Neher Graduate Fellowship for the Study of Southeast Asia. Firawati is the The post Two win Neher, King fellowships appeared first on Center for Southeast Asian Studies.

Kudos to winners of the 2021 best paper awards from last month’s virtual Southeast Asian Studies Student Conference. Zachary Zoet (Ph.D. candidate, geographic and atmospheric The post Winning words from student conference appeared first on Center for Southeast Asian Studies.

For centuries, important cultural materials—from books, historical documents and letters to photographs, carvings and paintings—could be stored away, only to be rediscovered at some point in the future. However, as Northern Illinois University Libraries’ Jaime Schumacher points out, many contemporary materials

We buy ebooks with licenses which allow for unlimited uses or print materials that are placed on two-hour library-use-only Reserve at the Circulation Desk. To submit a request, complete the Textbook Purchase Recommendation Form or contact Dee Anna Phares, Chair

Alissa Droog, Assistant Professor, Education & Social Sciences Librarian at NIU Libraries, recently published a review of ProQuest Dissertations & Theses Global in the Charleston Advisor. ProQuest Dissertations & Theses Global is the world’s largest multidisciplinary database for electronic theses