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Commencement profile: Abria Shaw, Music Education

Congratulations to all of our fall 2024 graduates. The weekend commencement ceremonies featured this spotlight on new School of Music graduate Abria Shaw, who completed her degree in music education....

Stevens Building sculptures come full circle

For artist Boyan Marinov, the dedication of the new sculpture in front of NIU's Stevens Building was a full circle moment. The new artwork that he designed and titled "The Tribesman, The Hero and The Light" was revealed with a ribbon cutting ceremony, September 26. As...

CVPA students invited to a free tailgate before Saturday’s home football game

When the #23 NIU Huskie football team returns to action for their first game since their upset win over then fifth-ranked Notre Dame, students from the College of Visual and Performing Arts will be their special guests. CVPA students are invited to a free tailgate...

NIU to dedicate new Stevens Building sculpture Sept. 26 with ribbon cutting and cookout  

A walk around the Northern Illinois University reveals a campus filled not just with students, faculty, staff and buildings, but of artwork to take in and enjoy. Now, there is even more to look at. The final piece of the extensive renovations to the university’s...
Making the most of the first week

Making the most of the first week

The first week of class provides an opportunity for faculty to create an environment where students feel comfortable and excited to be a part of the classroom. Learn your students’ names. Create community. Be authentic and encouraging. Anna Klis These are tips NIU...

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Robbie Ellis to perform at NIU Week of Welcome

Robbie Ellis to perform at NIU Week of Welcome

Robbie Ellis is a comedy songwriter, music director for improv, comedy and musical theater, a composer and a broadcaster on Chicago’s WFMT-FM. The New Zealand native brings his musical comedy show to NIU’s Week of Welcome with a free performance for all NIU students,...

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April is Athletes for Artists Month

April is Athletes for Artists Month

As part of an ongoing collaborative effort between the NIU College of Visual and Performing Arts and NIU Athletics, April has been declared Athletes For Artists month. NIU athletes are being encouraged to attend one or more of the following events: NIU Jazz Orchestra...

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