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Academic Advising for all first-year and undecided students.

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Academic Advising for all first-year and undecided students.

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The Office of Accreditation, Assessment and Evaluation manages accreditation and assessment initiatives and provides support for evaluation projects.

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The Office of Accreditation, Assessment and Evaluation manages accreditation and assessment initiatives and provides support for evaluation projects.

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We follow the Mission, Vision, and Values of NIU.

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Admin and Finance Department following overall university and divisional mission

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Recognize and promote excellence in art education.

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Share ideas about pedagogy in art education.

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The Asian American Resource Center creates an inclusive environment where Asian American students cultivate a strong sense of community at NIU, and where campus and community partners collaborate to raise awareness about the rich cultural heritage of Asian Americans. The Asian American Resource Center provides student centered services, student learning opportunities, leadership development, educational/cultural programs, and student organizational advisement.

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Dining will be an integral part of your overall experience, so we want your journey to be seamless.  Our Huskie Block meal plans incorporate both residential and retail dining, providing you with variety in food options and flexibility with your busy schedule.  Within a five-minute walk, conveniently eat just about anywhere on campus.  Resident students, your meal plan is included in your room and board rate.  Upgrades and additional Dining Dollars are available for purchase any time throughout the semester.  Off-campus students, meal plans and Dining Dollars can also be purchased any time; they are billed to your student account.  Do you need accommodations for an alternate diet, allergies, or intolerances?  No worries, we have a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist on staff that is happy to help.  All this information and more can be found on our website at niu.edu/dining; it is a great resource.

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The Center for Black Studies offers Northern Illinois University and its surrounding communities an interdisciplinary understanding of the histories and cultures of African Americans and the African diaspora. Supporting students, faculty, staff and community partners, the Center for Black Studies advances cultural understanding, intellectual and leadership development, professional growth and social justice while serving as a collaborative and supportive space on campus.

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he CBS conducts research on the experiences of people of African descent and offers a minor in Black Studies. The center promotes the retention of Black students, sponsors lectures, workshops, conferences and other student-oriented activities. In addition, our staff advises and assists student organizations, hosts campus visits and develops community service/learning opportunities, including study abroad trips. The CBS plays a significant, essential and unique role in advocating for Black students at NIU, the larger DeKalb community and the university’s commitment to equity at NIU.

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Center for Innovative Teaching and Learning

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Center for Innovative Teaching and Learning

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The Center for Latino and Latin American Studies (CLLAS) serves as a home for the interdisciplinary study of the Latino experience in the United States as well as Latin America and the Caribbean. Our curricular offerings in the humanities, arts, and social sciences are enhanced by our academic and cultural programming and community outreach activities. We seek to help students develop their critical thinking, research, writing, and oral communication skills, and encourage them to consider their responsibilities to their local and global communities.

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Combining different disciplines, theory, and real-life practice is what we do in the Center for Nonprofit and NGO Studies. Through the Nonprofit and NGO Studies major, minor, and certificate we offer NIU students with all different talents, passions, and experiences the ability to learn about the nonprofit and NGO worlds and make a difference in their communities. We are supported by and collaborate with nonprofit communities both locally and regionally, and offer our students opportunities to explore diverse service organizations and find their niche in the world.

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The Center for Southeast Asian Studies at NIU is dedicated to increasing the world's knowledge and understanding of Southeast Asia's 11 countries through academic endeavor and public outreach.

Established in 1963, CSEAS grew out of one of the first Peace Corps training programs for Southeast Asia volunteers. Since 1997, CSEAS has been designated a U.S. Department of Education Title VI National Resource Center, the only such center on campus. As such, it offers funding for Foreign Language and Area Studies (FLAS) fellowships for both undergraduate and graduate students, as well as program funding for community outreach, K-16 teacher training and faculty support. CSEAS also actively partners with U.S. government departments, international entities and other organizations on academic and youth leadership training programs.

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At CSEAS you can explore Southeast Asia with award-winning faculty associates in anthropology, art history, history, languages and cultures, music and political science. You can learn one of five Southeast Asian languages taught at NIU: Burmese, Indonesian, Khmer, Tagalog and Thai. Our interdisciplinary program offers an undergraduate minor and a graduate certificate, in addition to generous Foreign Language and Area Studies fellowships and opportunities to study in-country. Expand your world by connecting with our internationally focused community of scholars and students.

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Commuter and Off-Campus Programs (formerly Military and Post-Traditional Student Services) serves those students who drive to campus everyday and live in local off-campus apartments. The office is part of the Center for Student Assistance and works closely with Military and Veteran Services.

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Student retention.

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Student retention

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The center is dedicated to providing high-quality care to the children of NIU students, NIU faculty and staff, and community members. It also offers students and faculty valuable opportunities for research and observation in child development. The CDFC is also home to the NIU Child Care Access Means Parents In School Program (CCAMPIS) and the NIU Preschool for All Expansion Program (PFAE).

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To educate and combine academic excellence with real-world experience.

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College of Business Department

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College of Education Dean's Office programs, events, partnerships, and more!

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We provide comprehensive mental health support to students currently enrolled at NIU. With a full range of services, presentations and programs, we focus on a variety of health and wellness topics. Our trained professionals are committed to improving your mental health as you work toward your academic and personal goals.

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To educate, empower, and support students' health and wellness decisions and actions, so that they can thrive and flourish now and in the future.

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Complete the NASPA Certified Peer Educator Training
Develop events and programs
Facilitate presentations
Engage in health and wellness conversations
Become knowledgeable on a variety of health and wellness topics.
Assist with various marketing and social media initiatives

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The Department of Anthropology’s mission is to promote an active understanding of cultural and biological diversity and to serve society by confronting local, national and global challenges. To do so, we engage in several activities central to NIU’s mission.

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The Department of History is a community of scholars committed to studying the past in all its diversity. Our award-winning faculty excels in teaching, research, and engagement. Our students are deeply involved in historical study in and out of the classroom, and our alumni use their historical studies in a wide variety of careers.

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Our innovative programs will prepare you for a bright future in the fast-paced business world. Join us to learn about leading people and projects, human resource management, entrepreneurship and social responsibility. You'll be part of a strong professional network that provides internships, scholarships and consulting experiences. With our hundreds of alumni coaches and mentors, you'll have the guidance and contacts you need to launch a successful career.

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The Northern Illinois University Department of Police and Public Safety is devoted to the relentless pursuit of excellence in service to our campus community and the broader DeKalb community. We recognize our responsibility to provide safety and security to the students, staff, faculty, and visitors on our campus, and we will continually seek to build partnerships while moving toward our goal of being a model police department.

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Our mission is to ensure meaningful and fulfilling global experiences for all members of the NIU community. We reach out to the greater NIU community to infuse global perspectives throughout NIU's teaching, research and engagement missions while supporting and maintaining the university's broader connections to the world.

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At the Division of International Affairs, we understand that it's important for your time at NIU to be both comfortable and enriching. We work to support you by promoting a global perspective on campus and providing oversight of international programs and activities. We'll make sure you have the resources and assistance you need to have a positive experience at NIU.

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To help students learn to read and write thoughtfully and critically.

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English Department offers many benefits for majors and minors as well as gen-ed students.

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We're dedicated to promoting understanding of the environment and the development of creative and effective solutions to environmental and sustainability issues. We strive to accomplish this by fostering interdisciplinary research, education and community engagement.

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Involvement in campus and community engagement, research, and teaching connected to sustainability.

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The Faculty Academy on Cultural Competency and Equity (FACCE) initiative is an opportunity for all faculty and instructors at NIU to join an engaged community of fellow educators in learning and professional development. Participants will be able to join either a monthly workshop series during the academic year or a weeklong institute during the summer, and will hear from our NIU faculty experts on how to make their classrooms and pedagogy inclusive and accessible to all current and future Huskies.

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This is a closed group for ADEI

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FLRP's Mission is to engage students in conversations, provide, and obtain information, express feelings and emotions, and exchange opinion in a non stressful environment.

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1. Cultural Events and field trips.
2. Scholarships to Study Abroad
3. Free International Trips
4. No cost

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GPSS is an online and in-person seminar series organized by faculty in Political Science for graduate students and faculty to network and learn from leading scholars around the world and at NIU.

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GPSS is an online and in-person seminar series organized by faculty in Political Science for graduate students and faculty to network and learn from leading scholars around the world and at NIU.

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More than 80 graduate degree programs across six colleges. Graduate certificates in over 65 courses of study. And one bright future. Explore our programs to see how we can shape your tomorrow.

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More than 80 graduate degree programs across six colleges. Graduate certificates in over 65 courses of study. And one bright future. Explore our programs to see how we can shape your tomorrow.

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As an integral part of the educational mission of Northern Illinois University, the Holmes Student Center is committed to providing the campus community with a gathering place that enhances student life, cultivates unity, and promotes development through a variety of cultural, educational, social and recreational programs.

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By providing NIU students with nutritious groceries, we help them focus on their education, not on where they're getting their next meal. We work to create a welcoming and inclusive environment that helps students access resources and learn about healthy food choices. We also provide students with experiential learning opportunities to help prepare them for career success. Learn more about our mission and vision.

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There's something to learn in every job, especially when paired with professional development!

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The Latino Resource Center is a unit of the Division of Academic Affairs at NIU. Better known as the LRC by students and staff, the Latino Resource Center focuses on student-centered service by developing partnerships focused on student learning while establishing an inclusive community that builds collaborative relationships across campus and the surrounding community.

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The Founders Memorial Library includes more than 310,000 square feet of collections, services and spaces dedicated to your success! Also on campus, the Faraday Library serves faculty and students in chemistry and physics while the Music Library supports the music department’s curriculum and performances. In total, our physical collections include more than 2.3 million volumes of books and journals, while our online and digital collections also include e-books, online journals, streaming video, databases and “the Huskie Commons,” NIU’s open access institutional repository. Our Library faculty include subject specialists who, in addition to teaching research methods, serve as resources for all levels of research, from your first research paper to your dissertation. The Founders Library is also home to a curated collection of student, faculty, and purchased art, making it not only a research destination but also a cultural destination.

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Located at the center of campus, the NIU Libraries also include several distinctive collections including:

the Donn V. Hart Southeast Asia Collection, with more than 100,000 books and objects of art
the Rare Books and Special Collections, with its extensive science fiction and fantasy literature
the Regional History Center & Archives, which includes the University Archives
unique digital collections, such as Civil War era newspapers, Lincoln materials, and 19th century pop culture from the Johannsen & LeBlanc collection.
In addition to our committed faculty and staff, the Libraries frequently partner with other departments to provide services such as the Digital Convergence Lab, the Writing Center, the Peer Assisted Learning Center, a Technology Service Desk, and of course, the popular Founders Café.

Whatever your information needs, we welcome you to the Huskie family and look forward to assisting you!

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Download and log in to the Navigate Student app to see all your important tasks in one easy-to-view list. The app can also help you locate campus resources and communicate with your advisor. Watch our Intro to Navigate Student video for an overview of its benefits and how-to-use.

Use your student Z-ID and password to log in. If you need help, contact the NIU Service Desk at 815-753-8100 or ServiceDesk@niu.edu.

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The Northern Illinois Huskies are the athletic teams that represent Northern Illinois University and are a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I and the Mid-American Conference (MAC).

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Students with disabilities are underrepresented in science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM) fields. Huskies BELONG aims to increase participants’ understanding of STEAM majors and career opportunities, as well as their belief that they can succeed in college.

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College transition program for high school student's with disabilities. This is a grant funded program through the Illinois Community College Board.

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To build community and support for pre-service science teachers.

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This group is for the Noyce Scholarship Program funded by an NSF grant.

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For over 35 years, Outdoor Adventures (OA) has provided entertaining and educational experiences to NIU students, faculty and staff, as well as services to the local community. With year-round trips and events, as well as a four-season gear rental center, we'll help you enjoy the great outdoors.

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Enjoy fun outdoor activities and events.

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NIU Recreation is the home of on-campus recreation for students, faculty, staff, and the community. Department facilities include the Recreation Center, Field House, Outdoor Rec Sports Complex,  as well as programming in Anderson Pool. Home to all your fitness, outdoor adventure, competitive sports, nutrition, and fun needs, Recreation has something for everyone. For more information, visit our website at niu.edu/recreation or MyRec.niu.edu.

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Communicating Beyond Campus
If you'd like to share information with an audience outside of campus, Institutional Communications can help. Our writers, photographers and communication specialists provide NIU's official voice in the public sphere. They produce news releases, multimedia stories, social media content and other materials. These communications enhance NIU's image and identity in the local area and beyond.

Working With External Media
In addition to sharing news with external outlets, Institutional Communications is the primary contact for journalists reporting on NIU. We also maintain an experts guide of faculty and staff with extensive knowledge in a variety of subject areas. These experts provide insights on trending topics to local, regional and national media.

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We tell the NIU story. We keep campus up to date with the latest NIU news through our communication channels. Members of the campus community use our resources to promote their events and programs. We also reach beyond campus to show the impact NIU has on the world. And as we catch the interest of prospective students, our admission and financial aid experts are ready to help them start their own NIU stories.

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We are dedicated to making a difference in your life and helping you succeed. Our departments provide opportunities for you to get involved on campus, meet people and have new experiences. You'll have a chance to develop as a leader and discover things about yourself and others. You have more determination and skill than you realize. The Division of Student Affairs, including our team in the central office, is committed to working to meet your needs so you can stay engaged in the classroom and be prepared for life.

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In the Office of Student Engagement and Experiential Learning (OSEEL), undergraduate research refers to a wide range of research activities that take place in and

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Orientation and First Year Programs

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PYLP is a leadership development program that takes Filipino secondary students (ages 15-17) and adult mentors (ages 25-35) from Mindanao on a four-week exchange to the United States. PYLP focuses on responsible citizenship, civic leadership, community development, and project management. The overarching vision of the PYLP program is to enhance participants’ knowledge, skills, leadership abilities, and confidence so that they can engage the world around them more deeply, and have impact that reverberates far beyond the four-weeks in the U.S.

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This program is sponsored by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs at the U.S. Department of State youth exchange programs that empower young people and establish long-lasting ties between the United States and the Philippines in partnership with the Center for Southeast Asian Studies at Northern Illinois University.

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To teach and advance philosophical knowledge.

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Learn about cutting-edge philosophical work from visiting speakers funded through the graduate colloquium program.

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Provide information regarding departmental and academic happenings.

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Stay up to date with event information.

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Prevention, Education and Outreach (PEO) seeks to educate and support efforts to empower the campus, community and others to prevent violence and discrimination.

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Active bystander intervention training teaching our students how to recognize potential harm, safely intervene and how to report harm by utilizing the 3Ds of Bystander Intervention.

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To be able to schedule events.

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The Social Justice unit is in alignment and in support of the Office of Academic, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (ADEI) in leading the charge in establishing an equity-minded community that challenges and eliminates exclusionary systems and practices.

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We believe that all NIU students should have academic, financial and career plans. Student Financial Advising Services can help you (and your family members) develop a financial plan and navigate the complicated financial processes at NIU.

We supplement the services provided by The Financial Aid and Scholarship Office and the Office of the Bursar by providing comprehensive financial advising. There are many on and off-campus resources available to assist you through your NIU journey, and we can connect you with the experts when necessary. We want students to understand that the investment in their education now will lead to lifelong benefits. We provide tools related to budgeting, loan repayment and other critical real-world financial skills.

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We believe that all NIU students should have academic, financial and career plans. Student Financial Advising Services can help you (and your family members) develop a financial plan and navigate the complicated financial processes at NIU.

We supplement the services provided by The Financial Aid and Scholarship Office and the Office of the Bursar by providing comprehensive financial advising. There are many on and off-campus resources available to assist you through your NIU journey, and we can connect you with the experts when necessary. We want students to understand that the investment in their education now will lead to lifelong benefits. We provide tools related to budgeting, loan repayment and other critical real-world financial skills.

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Students' Legal Assistance offers free legal services to current NIU students.   

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Become a global citizen! Studying abroad makes you highly desirable to employers and transforms the way you see the world. Choose a program that fits your major and schedule. Our study abroad opportunities include 80 countries and range from 10 days to full academic years. Plus, we'll make your study abroad experience affordable through financial aid and scholarships.

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The TRIO Student Support services program is a college retention and degree completion program designed to promote academic success . We serve 140 students who identify as first generation, low-income/and or have a documented disability.

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-Provide one-on-one support
-Assistance with financial literacy
-Mentoring
-Graduate School Prep
-Career Planning
-Leadership Development
-Tutoring

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The Undergraduate Admissions Events, Tours & Customer Service team is committed to providing exceptional tours and events that reflect the values and culture of Northern Illinois University.

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The Undocumented Student Resource Center (USRC) was created to ensure that NIU provides our undocumented and mixed-status students with the necessary tools and resources they need to pursue their education successfully and to provide faculty and staff with information and resources better to assist undocumented and mixed-status students and their families.

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As reflected in our vision statement, NIU is a community of diverse people that provides access to a broad spectrum of students in a respectful climate. We're dedicated to intentionally addressing complex issues faced by undocumented and mixed-status students.

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The University Honors Program at Northern Illinois University provides an enriched and intentional educational experience for students of high intellectual potential who are committed to find and pursue their passion. Our philosophy and approach to learning follows a 50 year tradition of excellence and community. We are a member institution of the National Collegiate Honors Council (NCHC) and the Honors Council of the Illinois Region (HCIR).

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The Division of Research and Innovation Partnerships promotes faculty, staff and student success by facilitating and celebrating innovative research, scholarship and creative activities. The division strives to expand research and economic development, integrate research with instruction and public service and foster cross-disciplinary collaboration.

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Addressing Climate Change
Researchers in geology, meteorology and environmental studies are among the NIU experts studying such topics as Antarctic ice retreat, shifting climate patterns and climate-change adaptation strategies. Their work will inform our region, our world and generations to come.

Advancing Technology
NIU scientists are developing classroom technologies, creating new materials, building new lasers and accelerators, finding novel ways to use advanced computing, engineering cutting-edge machines and exploring the fundamental building blocks of nature. On numerous fronts, we are advancing the technologies that will shape our world.

Preparing for Shifting Demographics
Changes in migration patterns, increasing ethnic diversity and the aging of baby boomers and millennials will have broad impacts on our society, impacting everything from our labor force to community planning. NIU researchers will work to anticipate and prepare for the future.

Interpreting the World Around Us
Our world is evolving so rapidly that it's often difficult to keep up. Ever-changing technology. The information overload. New ethical dilemmas. NIU faculty will help interpret our world, from probing the psychological, ethical and sociological impacts of new technology, to exploring the state of our humanity through art, history, literature, language, poetry and politics.