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U.S. Department of Education awards Northeastern Illinois University $1.3 million McNair grant

The U.S. Department of Education has awarded Northeastern Illinois University a five-year, $1.3 million Ronald E. McNair Postbaccalaureate Achievement Program grant. Northeastern is the recipient of one of 189 new grant awards to institutions of higher education. In total, $51.7 million in McNair grants were awarded across the country.

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Noteworthy at Northeastern: Science and celebrations

Northeastern Illinois University is thrilled to be part of a $25 million grant to study climate change. Next week is Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week, the start of Latinx Heritage Month and Alumni Weekend. Read about this and more in the latest edition of Noteworthy at Northeastern.

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Northeastern, Argonne National Laboratory and others partner in a new study on climate change

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has awarded $25 million over five years to DOE’s Argonne National Laboratory and a team of academic and community leaders, which includes Northeastern Illinois University, to advance urban climate science by studying climate change effects at local and regional scales.

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Noteworthy at Northeastern: Calling all alumni!

NEIU Weekend is right around the corner! Once again, the NEIU Alumni Association has a full schedule of events. Whether you're a current student or have already earned your degree, NEIU Weekend is a great time to connect and share your Golden Eagle pride. Read about this and more in the latest edition of Noteworthy at Northeastern.

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Noteworthy at Northeastern: Focused on equity, diversity and inclusion

Northeastern Illinois University began the academic year with exciting announcements that highlight our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. Read the latest University updates in Noteworthy at Northeastern.

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Northeastern Illinois University to host MacArthur Fellow and Pulitzer Prize finalist Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor as Presidential Lecture Series speaker, Sept. 15

“An Evening with Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor,” will take place at 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 15 in the Auditorium on the Main Campus, 3701 W. Bryn Mawr Ave.

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Noteworthy at Northeastern: Welcome, Golden Eagles!

Welcome, Golden Eagles! Fall 2022 classes begin today and Northeastern is excited to have you here. Get inspired for the semester by checking out the latest University updates in Noteworthy at Northeastern.

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COVID-19 Updates for Fall 2022

Recommendations for the University community regarding face masks, vaccinations, testing and more.

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Northeastern Illinois University appoints Christopher Childers its Executive Director of Marketing and Communications

After a nationwide search, Northeastern Illinois University has named Christopher Childers as its new Executive Director of Marketing and Communications.

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Noteworthy at Northeastern: Learn something new

At Northeastern Illinois University, there’s always something new to learn and explore. If you’re still deciding what classes you should take this term, the College of Arts and Sciences has several new courses you can consider. Read about these new offerings, upcoming events and faculty members making the news in this edition of Noteworthy at Northeastern.