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NEIU Independent

SPARKing Research with Research Associate Adam Saleh

SPARKing Research with Research Associate Adam Saleh

Alex Dolgin, Staff Writer February 24, 2025

University of Illinois Chicago (UIC)  Research Associate II Adam Saleh presented for the Students Pursuing Action, Research, and Knowledge (SPARK) club about his experience at UIC on February 17, 2025....

Eight members of NEIU’s 2025 Jiu Jitsu Class are posing for a photographer in their traditional garments called a gis, and each of them is wearing a different colored belt that symbolizes a different level of expertise.

A Place to Grapple, Spar and Relieve Stress While Building Friendships: The BJJ Experience at NEIU

Wayne Hayer, Contributing Writer February 24, 2025

For the past 20 years, the NEIU Recreation Center’s martial arts program has been a cornerstone of student fitness. It has encouraged physical activity through engaged and structured training. Founded...

A photo of the words stigma and stigmatize that are centered on a page of an English-Spanish dictionary.

The Power of Terminology to Leverage, Transform and Escalate Health Communication

Ananth Prabhu and Unseba LNU February 24, 2025

Effective health communication plays a powerful role in ensuring clear understanding and reducing the risk of misunderstandings between healthcare providers and clients. One approach is called Person-centered...

On Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024, in BBH 325, various representatives and proposers of Green Fee projects are sitting and discussing their ideas from left to right: Tom Kalogris, Dan Van Lente, Dr. Scott W. Hagerty and Dr. Lindsay Maldonado.

Innovative and Sustainable Ideas Explored at Green Fee Committee Pre-Proposal Meeting

Brian Quevedo, Alumni Writer January 30, 2025

The Green Fee Committee (GFC) held its first pre-proposal meeting of the fall semester on Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024, to discuss suggestions and potential environmental improvements to consider. The meeting...

On the afternoon of Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024, NEIU’s Men’s Basketball team shot the ball into UChicago’s hoop at the P.E. Complex.

Basketball Game Called Early as NEIU Loses Against UChicago

Angel Nunez, Contributing Writer January 30, 2025

On Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024, NEIU Campus Recreation’s Men’s Basketball team put up a valiant effort playing against the University of Chicago, ultimately losing 53-83. The game was called early by the...

In the P.E. Complex on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024, NEIU gained control of the ball, looking to pass to a teammate.

NEIU’s Women Basketball Team Falls to Loyola in 9-29 Loss

Angel Nunez, Contributing Writer December 18, 2024

The NEIU Campus Recreation Women's Basketball team faced a tough defeat against the Loyola’s Ramblers on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024, losing 9-29 at their home court in the NEIU P.E. Complex.  The story...

Exploring Health, Science and Data: Insights From the Math & Modeling Workshop

Exploring Health, Science and Data: Insights From the Math & Modeling Workshop

Zubia Zainab and Ananth Prabhu December 2, 2024

NEIU’s Mathematics Department, Center of Health and Chicago Cancer Health Equity Collaborative (ChicagoCHEC) hosted the 24th Mathematical and Statistical Modeling of Complex Systems Workshop on Friday,...

The main entrance of the P.E Complex.

New Alarms Enhance Security and Reduce Thefts at P.E. Complex

Wayne Hayer, Contributing Writer November 27, 2024

In response to ongoing complaints about stolen items and unauthorized access, NEIU’s Campus Recreation has taken steps to enhance security by installing alarms on the doors of the P.E. Complex. The increased...

Student Center for Science Engagement’s Science Communication Project

Sana Kausar Habiya, Contributing Writer October 25, 2024

 Starting Fall 2024, NEIU’s Student Center for Science Engagement (SCSE) initiated a new science communication project, which will continue throughout the next semesters. This project aims to help students...

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 the NEIU community. The health fair covered various topics,...

Student Health Services hosting the Fall 2024 Student Health Fair, that brought together local organizations and health advocates.

NEIU Health Fair’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 to promote student well-being. The fair featured kiosks...

NEIU’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 the annual Golden Eagle 5K Run-Walk. The P.E. Complex hosted...

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