NIU News Releases

Girls 'disengage' from high school science, NIU College of Education study shows

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:12:41 -0600

High school girls are bored, disengaged and stressed in science classes when compared to boys, Northern Illinois University researchers say.

Literacy Education professor revisits subject of 1996 book for story of 'Dreams Deferred'

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:12:52 -0600

Chris Carger finally has found a happy ending, even if it's not the one she wanted.

In 1996, the professor in Northern Illinois University's Department of Literacy Education penned "Of Borders and Dreams," a narrative account of her heartfelt mission to help a young Mexican-American boy to overcome his learning disabilities and English language learner needs.

Leaders of District 428-NIU partnership issue statement on 'grade level configuration' discussion

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 10:01:16 -0600

Leaders of the educational partnership between DeKalb Community Unit School District 428 and Northern Illinois University – the collaboration includes Wright and Chesebro elementary schools as well as the new DeKalb High School opening in 2011 – have issued the following statement as members of the school board discuss new grade level configurations.

NIU Accountancy faculty sweep innovation awards

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 10:01:00 -0600

When it comes to innovations in teaching accountancy, the NIU College of Business’ Department of Accountancy cornered the market this year with a trio of professors sweeping the major honors.

School of Music choirs win grant from local foundation to bring renowned composer for three-day residency

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 10:00:40 -0600

Internationally celebrated composer Morten Lauridsen will hold a three-day residency at the Northern Illinois University School of Music next semester thanks in part to a $1,800 grant from the DeKalb County Community Foundation.

Bilingual literacy project to roar back to life with help from DeKalb County Community Foundation

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 09:59:50 -0600

As funds for literacy education professor Chris Carger’s Project ROAR dwindled over the years, its reach simultaneously shrank until the program ultimately disappeared.

Geography department will stage night of GIS demonstrations

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 09:21:25 -0600

Northern Illinois University’s Department of Geography will showcase a wide array of uses for Geographic Information Systems (GIS) – from virtual 3D tours of the university campus to an exploration of Martian valleys – as part of a celebration of Geography Awareness Week (Nov. 15-21).

Full slate of activities planned for International Education Week

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 09:21:39 -0600

A reception recognizing the Outstanding International Educator for the past year and a keynote speech by a Turkish government official headline International Education Week 2009 at Northern Illinois University.

Bicycle-loving department chair to screen documentary about 'Race Across America'

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 10:34:36 -0600

Paul Carpenter is no stranger to the highly personal challenge of pedaling a bicycle through the harshest of conditions, from scorching heat and bitter cold to severe fatigue and uncomfortable hallucinations.

School of Theatre and Dance presents Fall Dance Concert 2009

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 10:34:16 -0600

Bodies fly through the air, dance in aboriginal body paint and bang tambourines in the Northern Illinois University School of Theatre and Dance presentation of Fall Dance Concert 2009 in the Stevens Building O’Connell Theatre, held Thursday, Nov. 19, through Sunday, Nov. 22.

Public invited to open house tours of clinics at NIU's Family Health, Wellness and Literacy Center

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 10:34:02 -0600

Northern Illinois University will host an open house and offer tours of clinics from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 22, at its Family Health, Wellness and Literacy Center.

The building is the former Monsanto Corporation headquarters, located at 3100 Sycamore Road, and features more than 65,000 square feet of newly remodeled, state-of-the-art clinical space.

Nehring Gallery hosts 'Egyptian Theatre: 80 Years of History'

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 10:33:31 -0600

Nehring Gallery announces a historical exhibition celebrating the 80th anniversary of the Egyptian Theatre.

The exhibition will run through Thursday, Dec. 10, and features photographs of the interior and exterior of the theater through the years, as well as newspaper articles highlighting the opening, possible closing, saving and restoration of the building; movie and event posters; and a rarely seen collection of signed photographs of vaudeville performers.

Huskie Marching Band to present annual year-end concert Nov. 19

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 15:17:08 -0600

The Huskie Marching Band will present its annual year-end concert at the NIU Convocation Center at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19.

The terrible teens of T. rex - NIU scientists: Young tyrannosaurs did serious battle against each other

Mon, 2 Nov 2009 11:00:02 -0600

We all know adolescents get testy from time to time. Thank goodness we don't have young tyrannosaurs running around the neighborhood.

Sanchez appointed to third term as NIU trustee

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:25:31 -0600

The Illinois Senate today gave its approval of Gov. Pat Quinn’s appointment of Manuel “Manny” Sanchez to a third term on the Northern Illinois University Board of Trustees.

Heart of NIU Student Lincoln Laureate beats for causes of social justice

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 15:56:17 -0600

DeKalb, Ill. — At 21 years old, Shay Galto has done more volunteer work on issues related to social justice than most citizen advocates will do in a lifetime.

KishHealth System, NIU announce opening of primary care clinic

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 19:48:17 -0600

DeKalb, Ill. — A collaborative effort among area health care providers, philanthropists, elected officials and Northern Illinois University has created a new community resource for individuals and families who do not have access to primary medical care.