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Important dates

August 20, 2003

August 25 • Fall 2003 semester/classes begin • Last day to submit completed immunization information to avoid being assessed a $25 late fee August 28 • 6:35 p.m. - NIU football vs. University of Maryland Sept. 1 • Labor Day - No Classes Sept....

NIU’s SA hopes to serve up a winner

By Shaun N. Crisler | August 20, 2003

Welcome back to another great year here at NIU! It is my honor and privilege to welcome the newcomers to NIU by inviting them to share in the wealth and diversity of what our university has to offer. To the regulars here on campus, I invite you to explore...

You missed all this

By Alice Webb | August 20, 2003

June 17 NIU will receive an 8.2 percent decrease, or about $9.1 million, in its general revenue funding for operations during fiscal year 2004. NIU’s Board of Trustees approved the fiscal 2005 budget guidelines, which includes a 5 percent pay increase...

Budget cuts hinder work

By Stephanie Gandsey and Shivangi Potdar | August 20, 2003

The battle of the budget isn’t over, but NIU’s administration is making students its top priority when it comes to the cuts. Eddie Williams, director of Finance and Facilities, said this year NIU has record enrollment and students may notice some...

Take the scenic journey

By Anne Seitzinger | August 20, 2003

Dear student, Welcome to the world of study abroad at Northern Illinois University! The NIU Study Abroad Office can make it possible for you to explore other cultures, learn a new language, experience the grandeur of ancient and contemporary art and architecture...

Future at your fingertips

By John Peters | August 20, 2003

On behalf of all the students, faculty and staff of Northern Illinois University, allow me to extend to you a warm welcome and best wishes as you begin or continue your time at NIU. Throughout history, education has been the key to helping individuals...

So, who’s this ombudsman?

By Tim Griffin | August 20, 2003

Greetings from the staff members in the Office of the Ombudsman! The NIU ombudsman is a neutral party who provides any member of the campus community with confidential and informal assistance that may help resolve concerns related to the university, especially...

Encouragement for education

By Dr. LaVerne Gyant | August 20, 2003

Greetings, On behalf of the staff here at the Center for Black Studies, we say welcome to the beginning of a new journey. The Center for Black Studies offers both interdisciplinary academic programs and cultural activities. The center offers courses relating...

The book-buying debate

By Cory Ohlendorf | August 20, 2003

Whether it involves using their phones, their computers or their feet, NIU students have a plethora of options to choose from when buying their textbooks. The most conventional approach is to make their way to the two bookstores on campus and find the...

Provost advises to go beyond the classroom

By J. Ivan Legg | August 20, 2003

I have been here for two years. For my first year and a half I lived in Stevenson North. I washed my clothes and bought food there. I parked my car next to Stevenson North, except when one of you took my place! That usually happened when it was really...

Dept. courts women

By Amy Levin | August 20, 2003

Dear students, Welcome back! As you begin your semester, we at the Women’s Studies Program invite you to stop by our office in Reavis, Room 103 and learn more about us. The Women’s Studies Program is an interdisciplinary academic program in NIU’s...

Thinning the wallet without losing cash

By Jaime Swanson | August 20, 2003

If you think your wallet is too heavy from carrying bills and change around, consolidate - rely on your NIU OneCard. One of the most popular features of the card is access to Huskie Bucks. According to the NIU OneCard Web site, Huskie Bucks are accepted...