Category Archives: Northern Illinois University

NIU Joins Council for European Studies

Posted on October 1, 2013 by briansandberg

Northern Illinois University recently joined the Council for European Studies. “Northern Illinois University has been approved for membership to the Council for European Studies (CES) Academic Consortium, an international coalition of universities, centers and other organizations dedicated to furthering the … Continue reading →

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Mediterranean World Workshop Events

Posted on September 22, 2013 by briansandberg

The Mediterranean World Workshop at Northern Illinois University participated in two events on campus this week. Members of the Mediterranean World Workshop attended a public lecture by Julia Clancy-Smith (Professor, University of Arizona) on “From Sidi BouZid to Sidi Bou … Continue reading →

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The New Norm in Dorms

Posted on July 18, 2013 by briansandberg

When considering the costs of higher education, keep in mind that educational costs should be separated from the costs of living. Students (and their parents) are increasingly demanding luxurious accommodations and student facilities that increase the cost of living on … Continue reading →

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NIU Study Abroad Program in Southern France

Posted on April 6, 2013 by briansandberg

Southern France – History and Literature in Bordeaux Register Now to Study Abroad in Southern France in Summer 2013! Earn 6 credits in History and/or French! Register at the Study Abroad Office 417 Williston Hall Northern Illinois University Registration is … Continue reading →

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Why Professors Shouldn’t be Armed

Posted on March 25, 2013 by briansandberg

Lucinda Roy, a Virginia Tech professor who met with Seung-Hui Cho prior to his shooting rampage in 2007, argues that university professors should not be armed. Roy asserts that “College professors and K-12 teachers are not law enforcement officers. It’s … Continue reading →

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Stephanie Coontz Lecture at NIU

Posted on February 26, 2013 by briansandberg

Stephanie Coontz, a leading gender historian, will be presenting at Northern Illinois University today. Coontz will offer a  seminar on “How to Talk to the Media About Your Scholarship (and Get Them to Listen).” The seminar will be held in … Continue reading →

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Job Opportunity in Northern Illinois: Historian at Rock Island

Posted on January 12, 2013 by briansandberg

The United States Army Sustainment Command at Rock Island, Illinois, is currently searching for a full-time Historian (a civilian position). Here is a link to the job description: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/334842700 Senior History majors, recent graduates, and Master’s students at Northern Illinois … Continue reading →

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Decline in Enrollments at Public Universities

Posted on January 10, 2013 by briansandberg

Student enrollments continue to decline at public universities nationwide. For several years, state universities and colleges have been grappling with declining enrollments. A new report by Reuters indicates that “Tuition will likely decline this fiscal year in a record 15 … Continue reading →

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NIU Huskies Heading to Orange Bowl

Posted on December 4, 2012 by briansandberg

The Northern Illinois University Huskies football team has won the MAC conference championship and is heading to the Orange Bowl. This is the first time that a MAC conference member has been selected for a major post-season bowl game. The … Continue reading →

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Study Abroad in Southern France – Meeting at NIU

Posted on November 18, 2012 by briansandberg

Study Abroad in Southern France in Summer 2013 Meeting on Monday, November 26 from 4-6 pm in Watson 110 Northern Illinois University is launching a Study Abroad Program in Southern France, based in Bordeaux, in Summer 2013. The program in … Continue reading →

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