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Students on Sunday sitting at the president's picnic. The president's picnic was an opportunity for students to meet NIU President Lisa Freeman while participating activities such as volleyball, kayaking and outdoor games. (Nyla Owens | Northern Star)

Week of Welcome ends, classes begin

By Kaitlyn Lee-Gordon, News Reporter | August 28, 2023

DeKALB – The last day of the Week of Welcome wrapped up Sunday with the annual President's Picnic. Students gathered outside of the East Lagoon and participated in games such as volleyball, bags and Kanjam, while others paddled in kayaks and canoes. Student...

Baker’s picnic kicks off year with food, music

By Mitchell Spence | August 24, 2014

NIU President Doug Baker aimed to pump up the crowd for the upcoming academic year during Sunday’s President’s Picnic by the East Lagoon.Students, families and faculty and staff enjoyed free food provided by Housing and Dining, music performances...