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NEIU Nest Resident Passing
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NEIU Nest Resident Passing
Leslie Lozada and Jasmine Rodriguez October 26, 2024

In the early evening of October 25, an undergraduate NEIU student passed away at the NEIUā€™s student housing, the Nest. According to an email...

Sports and Health
Student Center for Science Engagementā€™s Science Communication Project
Sana Kausar Habiya, Contributing Writer • October 25, 2024

Ā Starting Fall 2024, NEIUā€™s Student Center for Science Engagement (SCSE) initiated a new science communication project, which will continue...

NEIU Health Fair Continues Mission To Embrace Wellness
Brian Quevedo, Alumni Writer • October 25, 2024

On Sept. 24, 2024, Student Health Services (SHS) of NEIU hosted the semi-annual health fair, continuing their mission to promote wellness within...

Student Health Services hosting the Fall 2024 Student Health Fair, that brought together local organizations and health advocates.
NEIU Health Fairā€™s Kiosks Connected Students to Essential Health Resources and Fitness Opportunities
Sana Kausar Habiya and Zubia Zainab October 25, 2024

The NEIU Office of Student Health Services hosted the Fall 2024 Student Health Fair, which brought together local health advocates organizations...

Governments Gather in Colombia for COP16 Biodiversity Conference
Daniela Torres Ramirez, Contributing Writer • October 25, 2024

The COP16 is the United Nation Biodiversity conference that is going to take place in Colombia from October 21 to November 1, 2024. Governments,...

NEIUā€™s La Copa Soccer Tournament Triumphantly Celebrates 10th Year with Surprise Win
Wayne Hayer, Contributing Writer • October 25, 2024

On Thursday, Sept. 5, 2024, NEIU Campus Recreation hosted its tenth annual La Copa Soccer Tournament outside the P.E. Complex. The event followed...

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Governments Gather in Colombia for COP16 Biodiversity Conference
Daniela Torres Ramirez, Contributing Writer • October 25, 2024

The COP16 is the United Nation Biodiversity conference that is going to take place in Colombia from October 21 to November 1, 2024. Governments,...

Senior Art Exhibit Highlights
September 6, 2024

Each description was written by the students themselves. This past month, the seniors from the graphic design program were able to put up...

How Accessible is the Cafeteria Towards the Individuals with Disabilities?
How Accessible is the Cafeteria Towards the Individuals with Disabilities?
Kimberly Zavala, Contributing Writer • September 5, 2024

One of the most popular spaces at NEIU is the cafeteria which gives students a social and physical space. The accessibility of the entire cafeteria...

The reception of Pedroso Center is on the right side when you enter the Pedroso Center with two helping desks black and brown.
Exploring Accessibility in the Pedroso Center at NEIU
Aliya Khan, Contributing Writer • September 4, 2024

According to the NEIU website, the Angelina Pedroso Center for Diversity and Intercultural Affairs (APCDIA) ā€” known on campus as the Pedroso...

NEIU Nest Resident Passing
NEIU Nest Resident Passing
Leslie Lozada and Jasmine Rodriguez October 26, 2024

In the early evening of October 25, an undergraduate NEIU student passed away at the NEIUā€™s student housing, the Nest. According to an email...

NEIU Students Register to Vote
NEIU Students Register to Vote
Jasmine Rodriguez, Managing Editor and Senior Copy Editor • October 16, 2024

NEIU students took advantage of the student voter registration drive in Village Square, sponsored by NEIUā€™s chapter of the University Professionals...

President Dr. Bell Jordan In blue regalia wearing the presidential medallion. She is looking to the side holding the University Orb
Dr. Katrina Bell-Jordan Becomes 8th President of NEIU
Leslie Lozada and Dan Maurer October 11, 2024

Dr. Katrina Bell-Jordan was inaugurated as NEIUā€™s eighth president. On the lawn of the NEIUā€™s University Commons, in front of a gathering...

A Strategic Plan in Process: Our Interview with NEIU President Dr. Katrina Bell-Jordan
A Strategic Plan in Process: Our Interview with NEIU President Dr. Katrina Bell-Jordan
Zachariah Simmons, Opinions Editor • October 6, 2024

The Independent was lucky enough to secure an interview with then Interim, now sitting NEIU President Dr. Katrina Bell-Jordan. In late July 2024,...

Peacefire
Leslie Lozada, Editor in Chief • October 25, 2024

  The start of the 2024 Inauguration of NEIU President Katrina Bell-Jordan starts with a flame. Led by retired Professor Emeritus Dan...

Art + Design Department Presents: My Post-Art School Life
Gabriel Gurrola, Campus Arts & Life Editor • October 13, 2024

Three NEIU alumni participated in a panel discussion about the art they created asĀ  students in the Art and Design Department, as well as their...

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Study Tour of Spain for Summer 2025 Announced
Marija Kraljevic, Contributing Writer • October 11, 2024

The Office of International Programs and the Department of History have collaborated in organizing a 16-day trip to southern Spain in Summer...

Senior Art Exhibit Highlights
September 6, 2024

Each description was written by the students themselves. This past month, the seniors from the graphic design program were able to put up...

Broken Wings: The Tragedy of ā€œThe Crowā€
Broken Wings: The Tragedy of ā€œThe Crowā€
Vincent Dilworth, Contributing Writer • October 25, 2024

A Grave OpportunityĀ  In the wonderful world of Hollywood, death is irrelevant and tragedy is opportunity. In the case of 1994ā€™s ā€œThe...

Earn and Van after traveling to a German-themed festival discuss their cultural differences as well as their tumultuous relationship, as the episode ends on an uneasy note.
Is ā€œAtlantaā€ the Best TV-Show of All Time?
Emilia Prebeck, Contributing Writer • October 11, 2024

Recently, I decided to give Donald Glover's TV series ā€œAtlantaā€ a much needed re-watch. During season 2 episode 4 in which Earn (played by...

Cafeteria Elevator in Student union with a out of order sign on elevator button.
NEIU: No Elevators In Use
Asher Zigle, Contributing Writer • October 11, 2024

Northeastern Illinois University (NEIU) has long prided itself on providing an inclusive and accessible learning environment for its diverse...

"Feminists and LGBTQ+ People for a Free Palestine!" banner states with the black, white, red and green colors of the Palestine flag. Several members are holding the banner, marching with several other members of the coalition.
Protest at the DNC
Leslie Lozada and Dan Maurer October 6, 2024

Throughout the week at the Democratic National Convention (DNC), there were several protests that the Independent staff covered that were representative...

Student Center for Science Engagementā€™s Science Communication Project
Sana Kausar Habiya, Contributing Writer • October 25, 2024

Ā Starting Fall 2024, NEIUā€™s Student Center for Science Engagement (SCSE) initiated a new science communication project, which will continue...

NEIU Health Fair Continues Mission To Embrace Wellness
Brian Quevedo, Alumni Writer • October 25, 2024

On Sept. 24, 2024, Student Health Services (SHS) of NEIU hosted the semi-annual health fair, continuing their mission to promote wellness within...

Student Health Services hosting the Fall 2024 Student Health Fair, that brought together local organizations and health advocates.
NEIU Health Fairā€™s Kiosks Connected Students to Essential Health Resources and Fitness Opportunities
Sana Kausar Habiya and Zubia Zainab October 25, 2024

The NEIU Office of Student Health Services hosted the Fall 2024 Student Health Fair, which brought together local health advocates organizations...

NEIUā€™s La Copa Soccer Tournament Triumphantly Celebrates 10th Year with Surprise Win
Wayne Hayer, Contributing Writer • October 25, 2024

On Thursday, Sept. 5, 2024, NEIU Campus Recreation hosted its tenth annual La Copa Soccer Tournament outside the P.E. Complex. The event followed...

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