Northern Illinois University

09/07/2026

NIU is closed today (Sept. 7) in observance of Labor Day.

09/04/2026

It's , Huskies! 🐾 Let's see your RED & BLACK ! ❤️🖤

09/04/2026

Make plans to attend STEM Fest 2026 on Sat., Sept. 19 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., right in the heart of NIU's campus.

⚡ Visit go.niu.edu/STEMFest for details.

09/03/2026

ICYMI: The Week of Welcome vibes were high as we welcomed new and returning Huskies home! 💯

09/02/2026

It's official! 🧊 Illinois has a new state hail record, measuring in at a whopping 6.6". NIU Earth, Atmosphere and Environment professor Dr. Victor Gensini was part of the committee to confirm and verify the record. Gensini said holding the hailstone feels like holding “a piece of history.”

As climate change warms temperatures, hail larger than ping-pong or golf balls becomes more frequent — worsening property damage.

09/01/2026

We can't wait to welcome Huskies home for the 119th NIU Homecoming Celebration, October 5-11, 2026! Visit niu.edu/homecoming to make your plans today!

Mark your calendars for NIU’s 119th Homecoming Celebration, happening October 5-11, 2026! Join fellow alumni, students, faculty, staff and friends for a week filled with Huskie Pride, traditions, special events and unforgettable memories.

Whether you're reconnecting with classmates, cheering on the Huskies, or experiencing Homecoming for the first time, there’s something for everyone.

🔗 Learn more and start planning your visit: https://www.niu.edu/homecoming/index.shtml

09/01/2026

A new path and your future to a J.D. starts here! Applications are now open for our new part-time JD in Naperville. Take the next step toward your legal career and join a community committed to preparing the next generation of legal professionals. Classes begin Fall 2027. Apply now at https://www.niu.edu/law/academics/part-time-jd/index.shtml.

08/31/2026

Huskies aren't going to want to miss the NIU Student Involvement Fair and Campus Meets Community Block Party on Wed., Sept. 2 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in MLK Commons!

🐾 Tag a Huskie below to remind them to stop by for freebies, fun and the opportunity to meet and connect with student leaders from campus organizations, NIU departments and community partners. Plus they can take advantage of all the great vendors at Food Truck Wednesday: go.niu.edu/foodtruck

Visit huskiehub.niu.edu to learn more about NIU student organizations.

08/28/2026

See you this weekend at DeKalb Corn Fest, Huskies! ❤️🌽🎡🎶 Visit cornfest.com for a full schedule of festival events and info.

🗓️ August 28-30
📍 Downtown DeKalb

08/26/2026

It's a great day to be a Huskie! 🐾 Tap the ❤️ to send Mission Huskie some National Dog Day love!