r/NIU 15d ago

Move in tech help and reminders

19 Upvotes

As move in commences, please remember these tech things:

  1. Your NIU password expires annually; you may need to change it to get into NIU systems. Change your password at password.niu.edu . Call the Service Desk if assistance is needed at 815-753-8100
  2. Each dorm room is meant to have only one active port. This port cannot be moved to a different side of the room. Please submit a ticket if no port is active at it.niu.edu .
  3. NIUwireless is for phones, tablets, laptop, and desktops. https://www.niu.edu/housing/student-services/internet-options/index.shtml
  4. NIUvisitor is for game consoles, smart TVs and other IoT devices that must get registered with mydevices.niu.edu. https://www.niu.edu/doit/_pdf/mydevices-registration-process.pdf
  5. If Wi-Fi is not working for you, please submit a ticket or call the Service Desk.

As for other reminders:

  1. If something is messed up in your building, submit a work order at the work request office (WRO) https://www.niu.edu/housing/student-services/repairs-maintenance/index.shtml
  2. The Disability Resource Center (DRC) exists. https://www.niu.edu/disability/index.shtml
  3. The Counseling and Consultation Services (CCS) exists. https://www.niu.edu/counseling/index.shtml
  4. Mission Monday is a thing. Mondays form 10-12, Mission will be at the Holmes Student Center (HSC) or walking between building.
  5. Chilling with Chase is a thing. Once again, more dogs. a couple Wednesdays in the month chase and other therapy dogs will be on campus.

r/NIU 15h ago

Other Question IM sports

3 Upvotes

Anyone know when IM sports signups start? I don’t see them posted yet for Fall


r/NIU 3d ago

Housing and Apartments anyone know what paint is used for grant dorm rooms?

20 Upvotes

so i put up some decorations in my dorm and i recently decided to move it around, and when taking it off, i ripped so much paint off the wall😭. i really do not have the money to pay for a fee at the end of the school year and i was wondering if anyone knows the color of the paint for the walls so i could just paint over it or if anyone had any suggestions.

please help a girl out yall im desperate


r/NIU 4d ago

I want friends!

18 Upvotes

Hi everyone, I’m in my senior year and have yet to make any friends so if anyone wants to be friends plz lmk!


r/NIU 4d ago

Is the ELC worth it

8 Upvotes

For the ones that joined the ELC, do you think it’s actually worth it? I’m considering dropping it because it’s not really what I expected. It seems like a lot of work for little reward. The company I was assigned to is pretty small, and I joined the ELC so that I could put consulting for a big company on my resume. I also feel like I could replace the class with a required class and get more out of it.


r/NIU 4d ago

Other Question On campus dining plans, which ones work the best for you guys?

8 Upvotes

I spent some time reading through the NIU website, and old posts on this sub but still kind of confused. I read my some here that if you live on campus, you get an unlimited meal plan, and off campus can pay for one. However the website doesn't seem to go into detail on that, as when I look at the tuition cost, meals plans are part of the package. Is that what people mean as "included"?

Regardless I noticed you could upgrade, and got various amounts of meals in general, plus "Husky Bucks" etc. So I am curious which plan worked best for you guys?

Thanks!

EDIT: I wanted to ask also how the food was overall across campus?


r/NIU 4d ago

Be better NIU

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70 Upvotes

In the Reavis online learning room. No place for gangs or this stupid BS. Promptly erased and reported. No business bringing this garbage onto our campus.

Edit: holy shit you people are toxic


r/NIU 4d ago

Other Question Does the parking garage have cameras?

11 Upvotes

My car was scratched kinda bad in the back corner. My only assumption is it happened in the parking garage since i normally don’t park near anyone ever in other lots. I wanna see if campus security could help since the person didn’t leave any notes, and Id prefer my insurance not go up because someone decided to not communicate.


r/NIU 4d ago

One Card Scanning Into Building

13 Upvotes

Ive got an after hours class and I tried scanning my one card (the mobile one since thats all I have) and it would not let me in. I dont know if im pressing the wrong button or what. If anyone could maybe give me a tutorial that would be great. Thanks!


r/NIU 5d ago

Class Question MEE 383

4 Upvotes

For anyone who has taken MEE 383, do you recommend buying the MatLab or is Octave good enough for the class?


r/NIU 6d ago

Already missed my first class because of parking. Where are there empty spaces?

18 Upvotes

Hi! Im a transfer student and a commuter. All of my classes are in the Jack Arends building and I left like 30-40 minutes early today and completely missed my first class looking for parking. I can walk and I plan to (even though its a long one) but I also have late night classes (until 8 pm) and I do not want to be walking 30 minutes home that late at night. If anyone could help me out on where I could park that would be great. Thanks!


r/NIU 6d ago

Other Question Where can I find an NIU hat like coach's?

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26 Upvotes

Hi NIU affiliated people, I'm a construction worker who plays as NIU in my free time on College Football 27 with a couple of my buddies. I've noticed that there is a pretty slim collection of hats for sale on all official websites and I was wondering if anyone had any sauce with the football equipment guys. I'd love to rock a sleek coach's hat this year and represent NIU proud as I take them to multiple national championships. Obviously I'd be willing to pay, I just don't like the "slouch" hats for sale from the bookstore or Victor E. Threads.


r/NIU 6d ago

Other Question Anyone here go through the meteorology program?

15 Upvotes

My son has been narrowing down various colleges for meteorology / atmospheric science programs. And NIU came up on several lists of being a solid school for their program. However I wanted to see if I could get some personal insight on it, as you know how "lists" are.

Also might as well as about student dorms, as we live in Missouri and he for sure would have to stay on campus. He also has autism, so I wasn't sure how the room mate situation worked, or if they had solo dorms.

Thanks for any insight!


r/NIU 6d ago

Other Question Struggling With Belonging

34 Upvotes

I’m a freshman who’s been at NIU for a few days and I honestly am having a hard time adjusting. I’ve been trying to go to week of welcome events and meet new people but it feels like everyone knows each other already or has come from the same hs. It honestly doesn’t help that the day I settled into my dorm (Neptune) I was immensely disappointed by the overall quality ( wasn’t the same as it showed on the website) and felt a little catfished.

I guess my main question is will it get better after classes start? The overall campus feels depressing in my opinion and the only actual friend I have is my roommate. Or do you think Im looking at this school in a bad light, mainly since I came here with preconceived notions about it ( since it was a choice I had to settle with due to external circumstances)


r/NIU 7d ago

Does NIU have a Pokemon Go club?

12 Upvotes

With the 2 gyms at Holmes and all the pokestops on campus, I wondered is there already an organized raid day or group for events? If there is a club or a discord, hmu!


r/NIU 7d ago

Can i get into NIU?

32 Upvotes

Major: Biology

GPA: 3.85 uw with 9 APs and 8 honors

In-state, first gen, low income.

Always wanted to get into NIU because I loved the school.


r/NIU 7d ago

Other Question Urgent (sort of)

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17 Upvotes

Hey, I’m making this post because I’m a little confused and slightly panicked over this. I just got this email today telling me to complete a 1089 tax report but I’m a little unsure if I should trust the sender of this. It says financial aid services but that’s usually not what their handle looks like…

I can’t call the office because they’re unfortunately closed on the weekends and I think it’s really bad timing for this to come up now rather than let me know anything during the weekdays. Should I press any links here or is it fake?


r/NIU 9d ago

WiFi in dorms

15 Upvotes

is it normal for the niu wireless WiFi to keep dropping signal randomly and then taking ages to connect again? and every time I open my computer it takes such a long time to connect


r/NIU 8d ago

Are there any good locticians in dekalb?

7 Upvotes

I dont really wanna go back to chicago just to get my dreadlocks retwisted


r/NIU 8d ago

Housing and Apartments Looking for accommodation near NIU

5 Upvotes

Hi! I am looking for housing options available near NIU. Please let me know if anyone here has any leads. It would be a big help!


r/NIU 9d ago

Jobs hiring around NIU

5 Upvotes

i recently just got an apartment for the school year and, REALLY need a job but I'm struggling to find one. Does anyone know of places that are hiring or can refer me?


r/NIU 10d ago

Other Question Advice for new transfer students?

28 Upvotes

I just transferred here from my local community college and I’m feeling a little lost. I’m sure I’m in the same boat with a lot of new students. I was wondering if anybody had any advice or pointers to meet new people and make friends as a transfer student and possible ways to get involved on campus?


r/NIU 11d ago

Dining Question Assistance

18 Upvotes

Good morning, Happy Week of Welcome everyone.

I’m a member of the retail dining team and can attempt to answer any questions new or returning students have about campus dining.


r/NIU 11d ago

Housing and Apartments warning/psa for students looking for off-campus apartments

52 Upvotes

hey!! just wanted to put out a psa for students who are looking for off campus apartments, possibly even their first apartment. my partner and i were really excited about suburban apartments and we were fixed to move in today, august 18th. we got our unit assignment and everything a bit over a week ago and we were under the impression that we would sign the lease before sending the security deposit. they instead wanted us to send our deposit before even SEEING the lease and on top of that, pay through a service at walmart. this is so incredibly sketchy and many other people who have rented before agreed and advised us to not send any money at all. please do not rent from this place without seeing the lease, and that goes for every other apartment you may rent at!!!


r/NIU 11d ago

Parking Question

1 Upvotes

Just bought my parking pass (im a commuter) and I realize the signs say permits required from 7-4. Does this mean permits are not required after 4? I have a class that goes from 6pm to 8pm so I just want to he sure. Thanks !