The Weekly Scroll of Things to Know.
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The end of the semester is a busy time as you prepare for final exams and wrap up projects, papers and presentations. Being prepared, making time for self-care and having some fun can help you stay motivated throughout the remaining days of the semester.
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Finals Late Night Breakfast
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Finals got you running on empty? Swing by for Late Night Breakfast—your go-to study break! We’re serving up your favorite breakfast bites after dark, so you can recharge and relax with friends. Join the Campus Activities Board for a night of food, music, and stress relief as we celebrate the end of the semester. Join us in the Holmes Student Center's Duke Ellington Ballroom from 9 to 11 p.m on Monday, May 5.
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Are you graduating this weekend? Join us for this celebratory event at the Holmes Student Center on Wednesday, May 7, anytime between 3 to 7 p.m. Come participate in fun activities, learn more about our commencement ceremony and connect with other graduating Huskies.
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- Capture memorable moments with our photographers ready to snap photos. Feel free to bring or wear your cap and gown!
- Decorate your grad cap.
- Check out the NIU Alumni Association for graduate cords and Class of 2025 shirts or visit the NIU bookstore for grad signs and gear.
- Share your gratitude with your favorite professor or NIU staff member and write a note of encouragement for incoming students at our notes table.
- Enjoy cake and snacks as we celebrate you!
- Stop by our know-before-you-go information table for any questions about our commencement ceremony, logistics, accessing/transferring tickets, etc. We’ll have staff available to answer questions and assist you.
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It's time to register for summer and fall classes.
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Now is the time to start preparing to register for summer and fall 2025 classes. Visit our Registration and Records website to learn when to register and how to register for classes.
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Check out UNIV 301 as you’re filling out your course schedule.
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Looking for a course that will help you prepare for your career? Enroll in UNIV 301: Braven Career and Leadership Accelerator, a three-credit-hour elective that offers flexibility, an opportunity to work with employers and practical skill-building.
In UNIV 301, you will:
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- Work closely with a leadership coach to map your unique career plan.
- Polish your résumé and LinkedIn profile while developing essential skills to confidently enter the job market.
- Collaborate on real-world projects and make connections that can lead to internships and job opportunities.
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Virtual course options for the fall 2025 semester:
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- Tuesdays, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
- Wednesdays, 3 to 5 p.m.
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Learn more about how UNIV 301 can support your career journey, and join hundreds of NIU students who have launched their careers with confidence through Braven.
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Engaged learning opportunities!
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Undergraduate and graduate students looking for alternative opportunities to earn credit hours should consider these innovative engaged learning opportunities offered through the College of Health and Human Sciences. Enroll in HLTH 473/573: Topics in Health and Innovation and earn one credit hour when you attend/reflect on innovation activities/events at NIU Office of Innovation’s 71 North Partnership Studio (or other approved campus activities). Or choose an independent study opportunity with Professor Lynn Herrmann and earn one to three credit hours to plan, promote and deliver an event/series related to health and innovation. All majors are eligible. Questions? Reach out to your academic advisor for HLTH 473/573 or email Professor Herrmann to discuss the independent study at lherrmann@niu.edu.
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Have you completed your 2025-26 FAFSA?
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The 2025-26 FAFSA will be is now available. 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.
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Presidential Commissions seeking membership nominations.
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The Office of the President invites undergraduate and graduate students to serve on Presidential Commissions, advising on key campus issues. As a member, you'll share student perspectives, collaborate with faculty and staff, and build leadership and problem-solving skills that enhance your academic experience and are highly valued by employers.
Help create a more inclusive and accessible NIU—nominate yourself or a peer today!
NIU Presidential Commission Application
Explore the Presidential Advisory Groups website for more details and insights into the commissions.
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- Monday, May 5: Finals Late Night Breakfast
- Tuesday, May 6: Throwback Tuesday at the Huskie Den
- Tuesday, May 6: Baseball vs Illinois State
- Wednesday, May 7: Class of 2025 Gradpalooza
- Wednesday, May 7: Graduating Huskies Photoshoot
- Thursday, May 8: Board of Trustees Meeting
- Thursday, May 8: Half Price Thursday at the Huskie Den
- Thursday, May 8: Military Connected Student Graduation Celebration
- Friday, May 9: Graduate Spring 2025 commencement
- Friday, May 9: Friday Glow Bowl at the Huskie Den
- Saturday, May 10: Undergraduate Spring 2025 commencement
- Saturday, May 10: CEET Challenge Coin Ceremony
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"I understand the material better when I attend class and can ask the professor or my peers questions. There have also been times when professors give extra credit just for showing up to class."
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"College is a journey. The first couple of semesters should be more about exploring and understanding what you enjoy; discovering people, ideas and cultures that you knew nothing about; and using these experiences to help affirm what you value. These experiences should help narrow down the pathway toward a degree, and hopefully ignite a passion to be a lifelong learner. By pursuing opportunities outside the classroom, you also can discover how to improve your skills and talents."
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Dan Pedersen
Director of NIU Housing and Residential Services
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Why more time in nature is crucial for your health
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We’ve all been there: reading the same sentence over and over because your brain is exhausted and can’t take in any more information. Socializing with friends or going to the movies are both helpful for breaking up that brain fog, but there might be a better option. After months of social distancing and living through the stressors of a global pandemic, getting outdoors and connecting with nature can improve both mental and physical wellness.
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