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NEIU Independent

Northeastern Illinois University's student-run newspaper

NEIU Independent

Northeastern Illinois University's student-run newspaper

NEIU Independent

Daniel L. Goodwin is honored in Alumni Hall.

Daniel Goodwin and the Three Year Challenge

Rut Ortiz, News Editor February 2, 2016

NEIU’s iconic ‘N’ glowed as one flanked each side of the podium centered in Alumni Hall. Faculty, staff and students gathered in anticipation of the official dedication of the College of Education....

Bryn Mawr businesses will either move or shut down because of the sale of the block.

NEIU Dreams of Bryn Mawr

Emmanuel Gonzalez, Managing Editor February 2, 2016

Amid the challenge of a state budget impasse, NEIU’s administration continues to carry out the “Decade of Dreams.” The “Decade of Dreams” is a ten-year project put together by President Sharon...

Jesse Jackson, Sr. encouraged unregistered voters to come to the stage and become registered. Ten students answered the call during his speech at Alumni Hall.

“It’s Time to March”

Mary Kroeck February 2, 2016

Rev. Jesse Jackson, Sr. spoke about the Illinois budget crisis as well as the ongoing water situation in Flint, Michigan to a packed Alumni Hall on Jan. 25. He argued that though the problems exist in...

Student Bill of Rights Passes SGA, Awaits Admin Approval

Luis Badillo, Writer February 2, 2016

By the time the 2016 fall semester rolls around, students may have their own bill of rights. Student Government Association (SGA) passed a proposed bill of rights on Jan. 19 that, if approved by the office...

Letters of Leadership: Student Advisory Council

Letters of Leadership: Student Advisory Council

February 2, 2016

To future leaders and all students at NEIU, I am delighted to be able to share a little bit about the Student Advisory Council (SAC) of the College of Business and Management. The Student Advisory...

Karen Lewis, president of the Chicago Teacher's Union and NEIU alumna, spoke about the vision of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and the meaning of social justice.

“What Does Social Justice Mean to You?”

Mary Kroeck February 2, 2016

Karen Lewis, president of the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU), was the keynote speaker at the annual celebration of the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Jan. 21. The event was sponsored by...

NEIU

NEIU to Stay Up Through Spring, Future Still Uncertain

Brett Starkopf February 2, 2016

President Hahs remains optimistic about NEIU’s near-future moving forward amid the budget crisis. The State of Illinois has lacked a budget since June 2015, putting public universities like NEIU in a...

Daniel L. Goodwin stands alongside faculty, staff and students at the landing of the President's Office.

A Golden Donor

Brett Starkopf December 1, 2015

NEIU’s college of education will be named after Daniel L. Goodwin, an alumnus of NEIU, for his philanthropic support and leadership. It is the first time in the school’s 148-year history that a college...

President Hahs at the French Club and SGA's bake sale to raise money for the French Red Cross

Prayers, Pride and Peace for Paris

Chris Starnawski December 1, 2015

Terrorists associated with ISIS killed 130 people and injured 352 in the deadliest attack in France since World War II on Nov. 13. They opened fire in the Bataclan and a restaurant and detonated two bombs...

Crews finish putting up the Grand Menorah for this year's lighting.

Winter Break Events

Robin Bridges, Mary Kroeck, and December 1, 2015

Winter break means a lot more than Christmas day and New Year’s Eve. Living around Chicago means there are many interesting and diverse events all over the city.   Kwanzaa is a pan-African...

Students discussed financial aid problems with the admissions office.

Administration Works With Students Over Financial Aid Issues

Laura Rojas, Writer December 1, 2015

The Student Government Association (SGA) and Administration Office hosted a meeting to discuss financial aid and the issues some students are facing Nov. 17. Associate Vice President of Enrollment Services...

Board of Trustees Approves Fee Increases for Fiscal Year 2017

Board of Trustees Approves Fee Increases for Fiscal Year 2017

Steven Villa, News Editor December 1, 2015

The Board of Trustees (BOT) voted to increase tuition and fees for fiscal year 2017 (FY17) at their Nov. 19 meeting. FY17 begins on July 1 of 2016 and ends on June 30 of 2017. The decision was made...

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