Contract negotiations may occur if NIU faculty members’ intent to unionize with the Illinois Federation of Teachers, filed Thursday, is certified.One of the first steps a newly-certified group often takes is beginning contract negotiations, said Kenzo...

Faculty members are invited to a social Thursday to celebrate the holidays and end of classes.The social will be 3-5 p.m. Thursday in the Barsema Alumni and Visitors Center. Hors d’oeuvres, wine and cheese will be provided for attendees. At 4 p.m.,...