Governor JB Pritzker signed a new law in June declaring Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 3, a state holiday for 2020. NIU will observe the paid holiday by closing our offices and cancelling classes on Nov. 3. This change is now reflected on
Read moreHRS Progress and Leadership Update
One of the university’s goals for 2020 was to begin work on reimagining Human Resource Services (HRS). We asked alumna Audrey Southard, a 30-year veteran in the HR field, to help us identify how to modernize processes, strengthen relationships with colleagues throughout
Read moreFlextime Procedures relevant to the 2020 Summer Work Schedule
In 2020, NIU will continue a 5-day operations schedule during the summer months. Accordingly, university departments and offices will be required to maintain full operations on a 5-day basis. During the summer months, as during the academic year, flextime arrangements will be
Read moreRelease time for open forums scheduled for feedback about HRS
To: Vice Presidents, Deans, Directors, Department Chairs, Business Managers, and Administrative Professionals From:Beth Ingram, Executive Vice President and Provost Date: February 5, 2020 RE: Release time for open forums scheduled for feedback about HRS To reimagine HRS and strengthen relationships
Read more125th Anniversary Kick-Off and Reception is scheduled for Thursday, January 30,2020
To: Vice Presidents, Deans, Directors, Department Chairs, Business Managers, and Administrative Professionals From: Beth Ingram, Executive Vice President and Provost Date: January 13, 2020 The 125th Anniversary Planning Committee has scheduled a kickoff event that will begin the celebration of NIU’s 125th
Read moreSevere Weather and University Closure Procedures
The following is an annual advisory notice for employees summarizing university procedures for severe weather and employee responsibility for attendance when significant weather conditions arise. Status of University Operations During Winter Weather Conditions Weather conditions can develop which require the university to
Read moreUniversity Holidays for 2020
With the endorsement of the University Council, President Lisa Freeman has approved the following holiday schedule for 2020: New Year’s Day (Holiday) Wednesday, January 1, 2020 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (Holiday) Monday, January 20, 2020 Memorial Day (Holiday) Monday, May 25,
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