Harambee celebration in the Recital Hall

Noteworthy at Northeastern: Black history in the making

Northeastern Illinois University has announced this year’s George Floyd Social Justice Scholarship recipients and continues its Black Heritage/History Month celebration with a presentation by entrepreneur, travel historian and Black history education speaker Tammy Gibson. Read about this and more in the latest edition of Noteworthy at Northeastern.

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Noteworthy at Northeastern: A new way to see yourself at NEIU

Northeastern Illinois University is excited to share a new 360 virtual tour, which allows prospective students to visit our campus from the comfort of their homes. As NEIU prepares to welcome students and employees back to campus on Monday, Jan. 31, all are advised to review the Return to Campus website for the latest information regarding COVID-19 protocols. Black Heritage/History Month also kicks off next week with a Harambee celebration. Read about this and more in the latest edition of Noteworthy at Northeastern.

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Noteworthy at Northeastern: Welcome, spring!

Northeastern Illinois University began its first week of Spring 2022 classes this week. Though our instruction is currently taking place remotely, we’re still dedicated to your success. Learn more in the latest edition of Noteworthy at Northeastern.

Martin Luther King, Jr. photographed by Marion S. Trikosko, 1964. LC-DIG-ppmsc-01269 Source: Library of Congress

Noteworthy at Northeastern: Honoring Dr. King

Northeastern Illinois University will honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a series of events next week, and in the coming months. Additionally, as Northeastern concludes its first Winter Session, Spring 2022 classes gear up to begin! If you’re an admitted student, it’s not too late to register for classes. Read about this and more in the latest edition of Noteworthy at Northeastern.

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COVID-19 updates for January 2022

Due to recent increases in COVID-19 cases, the spread of the omicron variant, and new guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH), Northeastern is implementing new COVID-19 health and safety measures.

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Noteworthy at Northeastern: Happy NEIU Year 2022!

The new year is all about new opportunities. Northeastern Illinois University has announced a new partnership with Dr. Martin Luther King College Preparatory and the NEIU For You scholarship is available for eligible incoming freshman and transfer students for Fall 2022! Read about all this and more in the latest edition of Noteworthy at Northeastern.

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Northeastern announces new partnership with King College Prep

CCICS has announced a new partnership with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. College Preparatory for Biology 100 beginning Spring 2021.

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Noteworthy at Northeastern: All wrapped up

Northeastern Illinois University begins December Break tomorrow. With the holiday season upon us, check out the latest books by NEIU alumni! Also, don’t forget to spread the word about the NEIU For You scholarship. Read about all this and more in the latest edition of Noteworthy at Northeastern.

A photo of three alumni authors (from left) Timothy Ryan Day, Mia P. Manansala and Lisa Torem

New books by alumni authors

What do Shakespeare, a Filipino restaurant and a rock star have in common? They are the topics of new books by Northeastern Illinois University alumni!

Photo of socially distanced students in the Pedroso Center listening to Alderman Samantha Nuget and her Chief of Staff Erika Wozniak in conversation with Jeremy Babcock on Nov. 18, 2021.

Future Teachers Power Hour connects students with educational leaders

The College of Arts and Sciences Education Program welcomed Alderman Samantha Nugent and her Chief of Staff Erika Wozniak to their Future Teachers Power Hour in November. More sessions are planned for Spring 2022.