The NIU Alumni Association announced Monday that NIU’s beloved mascot Mission will retire in 2021, after nearly a decade of service. It was also announced that a Huskie puppy named Mission II will follow Mission to begin training as NIU’s mascot,...

DeKALB — Dozens gathered Thursday evening at the west side of Huskie Stadium to witness the unveiling of the Diesel Memorial, a sculpture donated to the university by the Diesel Memorial Project.The bronze statue, designed by sculptor Renee Bemis, is...

Owner: Junior sociology major Justice BlytheWhat is your pet's name? DieselWhat kind of animal is your pet? Great daneWhat is your pet's favorite treat? PopsiclesWhat is your pet's favorite activity? Going for car rides.Describe your pet in five words: Gentle...

Diesel, the Huskies’ former mascot, died Sunday — one day after his last game Saturday night.The husky, who retired in 2013, was 12 years old when he died. Diesel was diagnosed with lymphoma on Aug. 21 and was undergoing chemotherapy until his passing...

Since Mission arrived at NIU, the husky mascot has been training with the ROTC to prepare for events.NIU’s previous husky, Diesel, retired in November after nine years of appearances at sports games and events. The job was passed onto Mission, who was...

NIU has a new dog ready to learn old tricks.Today will likely mark the last time Diesel, NIU’s mascot, will represent the Huskies during a home game. Master Sgt. Rufus Beamon, an instructor in Huskie Battalion, said Diesel’s job will be passed to...