Northern Illinois University

10/16/2026

Lights, camera, Huskies! 🎬 NIU will be featured on The College Tour website and Amazon Prime show in 2027, giving viewers an inside look at our vibrant campus community. Be sure to stay tuned and see why there's no place like NIU.

10/15/2026

Let's go, Huskies! We had so much fun celebrating our 119th NIU Homecoming with you!

10/14/2026

Thinking about graduate or professional school? Whether you’re researching your options, or simply curious about what’s next, this is a great opportunity to explore programs, connect with school representatives, and learn about admissions requirements at NIU’s Virtual Graduate & Professional School Fair on Thurs., Oct. 15 from 6-8 p.m.

📲 Advance RSVP required on Huskies Get Hired: go.niu.edu/8e1hlk

10/14/2026

NIU is proud to once again be named a 2026-2027 College of Distinction, marking a commitment to providing an exceptional undergraduate experience focusing on engaged students, great teaching, a vibrant campus life and successful outcomes.

Visit go.niu.edu/folh3v to learn more.

10/12/2026

was at an all-time high during this year's NIU Homecoming celebration. The week highlighted the partnerships and sense of community that bring us together, from decorated office spaces and window paintings to the Recycled Boat Race and Block Party. Thank you to everyone who helped make every corner of campus reflect what it truly means to be a Huskie.

For a full album of photos, visit go.niu.edu/homecoming-photos.

10/12/2026

Huskies are invited to join NIU Political Science on Tues., Oct. 13 from 1 to 2 p.m. as they host U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly who will reflect on her path from NIU to the halls of Congress and her career in public service. Visit go.niu.edu/ykdyb1 to learn more.

📍 NIU Holmes Student Center

Join us tomorrow for a career conversation with NIU Alumna, Congresswoman Robin Kelly ! 1PM in the HSC Capital Room.

10/12/2026

We're excited to welcome future Huskies to campus for NIU Preview Day! Be sure to stop by the sculpture in MLK Commons for a pic!📍🐾

Couldn't make it today? Check out go.niu.edu/visit and register to attend one of our signature fall events or schedule a 1:1 in-person or virtual appointment with an admissions counselor.

▶️ Oct. 16: Admitted Huskie Friday
▶️ Oct. 24: NIU at Night - Tricks, Treats & Tours
▶️ Nov. 11: NIU Preview Day

10/09/2026

Welcome H❤️ME, Huskies! 📍🐾 niu.edu/homecoming

10/07/2026

You're not going to want to miss the Huskie Homecoming Block Party: Down Home in Downtown DeKalb on Thurs., Oct. 8! 📣❤️🖤

Join us in celebrating our 119th NIU Homecoming with the March of the Huskies, pep rally, food trucks, kidzone and more!

🗓️ Oct. 8 • 5-8 p.m.
📍 Downtown DeKalb: 100-400 Lincoln Hwy
▶️ niu.edu/homecoming

10/06/2026

Help bring an NIU Homecoming inspired mural to life! The mural has been designed so that all Huskies, regardless of artistic ability, will have the opportunity to participate in its creation by painting 12-inch by 12-inch sections.

Stop by the NIU Holmes Student Center on Tues., Oct. 6 from 1-4 p.m. and Wed., Oct. 7 from 12-4 p.m. to lend your hand.

🎨 Visit go.niu.edu/ev5diu for details.