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NEIU Independent

Northeastern Illinois University's student-run newspaper

NEIU Independent

Northeastern Illinois University's student-run newspaper

NEIU Independent

President Hahs and her colleagues from across the state stressed the importance of higher education for Illinois and its troubled economy.

Illinois Public University Presidents go to Springfield

Rut Ortiz and Steven Villa November 10, 2015

President Sharon Hahs and eight other state university presidents traveled to Springfield, Illinois to discuss the effects of the budget impasse upon state-sponsored higher education with the legislative...

Letter From the President

November 10, 2015

Dear students, faculty, staff and friends, It is easy to think that when government officials determine policy — be it in Chicago, Springfield or Washington, D.C. — that there’s not much we can...

The above chart displays information on viral illnesses college students should be aware of.

Could NEIU Go Viral?

Kate Hilliard and Robin Bridges October 20, 2015

Flu season typically begins between October and December. The risk of contracting viral illnesses increases for the NEIU community in the fall, when activities shifts indoors and stress from the semester...

Police Blotter: Oct. 20

Police Blotter: Oct. 20

October 20, 2015

Sept. 24, Parking Garage: An individual was issued a traffic citation for driving with a suspended driver’s license and using an electronic device while driving. Sept. 28, Main Campus: An unknown...

Angaangaq Angakkorsuaq performs the peace fire ceremony at NEIU’s fire circle.

Celebrating The Circle

Laura Rojas, Writer October 20, 2015

NEIU hosted a peace fire ceremony conducted by Eskimo Kalaallit Shaman Angaangaq Angakkorsuaq, on Oct. 15. The fire burned with the shaman's message of peace and love for all mankind. “(The circle)...

Student Trustee Pedro Nungaray speaks to the finance committee.

Tuition Discussed at Finance Committee

Luis Badillo, Writer October 20, 2015

As Illinois struggles to fund state universities, NEIU admins ponder solutions to keep the school financially stable for the long term. Trustee Omar Duque laid out some of the political conditions the...

The ladies of Gamma Phi Omega: Jannedh Lema, Frances Dominguez, Yadira Alonzo and Brenda Bedolla at a personal branding workshop with presenter Kevin Davis.

Letters of Leadership

Brenda Bedolla October 20, 2015

Greetings all, It is our privilege and honor to share with you who the women of Gamma Phi Omega, International Sorority Incorporated, are and the work we do nationwide. Gamma Phi Omega was established...

The university awaits re-accreditation in the coming academic year.

Preparation for Reaccreditation

Pablo Medina, Editor October 6, 2015

  Every ten years, the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) — from the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools — conduct a formal evaluation of the educational policies and missions of...

Meet the Police

Meet the Police

Rut Ortiz and Robin Bridges October 6, 2015

  In this latest installment of Meet the Police, the Independent sat down with Patrol Officer Alina Ignatoff who works the night shift at NEIU. Independent: What is the craziest thing you’ve...

Police Blotter

Police Blotter

October 6, 2015

September 24, Parking Garage: A driver was issued a citation for driving with a suspending driver’s license and using an electronic device while driving. September 28, Main Campus: An unknown offender...

President Hahs speaks on the most pressing issues facing the campus.

The State of the University

Rut Ortiz and Steven Villa October 6, 2015

President Sharon Hahs spoke to an assembled NEIU community, and on the many issues facing it, at the State of The University Address on Sept. 24 2015. After being introduced by Faculty Senate Chair...

Volunteers and mentors from NEIU and UIC at The Corkery Elementary Back-to-School Kick-Off.

Letters of Leadership

Ayesha Bangee October 6, 2015

Sprouting leaders is proud to be at NEIU. We’re a volunteer-based, non-profit, organization dedicated to promoting continuous academic growth and personal development amongst some of Chicago’s most...

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